The Back-To-School wait is almost over as the countdown winds down with classes starting this coming Monday, August 20th for the Dallas Public Schools!     School SuppliesThe school supply list for each school varies. Please contact your child’s school for its list of supplies.Recommended school supply list (PreK - Sixth Grade)Opening of school for prekindergarten studentsAs you know, our district has the responsibility of serving eligible children based on the prekindergarten guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency. In order to be eligible for enrollment in a prekindergarten class, a child must be 4 years of age on September 1 of the current school year and: unable to speak and comprehend the English language; or educationally disadvantaged; or homeless; or a dependent of:... 08/14/2018

 When’s the Best Time to Sell Your Dallas Home?Here are some do's and don'ts for deciding when to sell: DO give serious thought to when would be ideal for you. Consider your family, your lifestyle and all the other happenings in your life. DON'T base your decision to sell strictly on the season. Or your mother's advice or your neighbor's, for that matter. DO spend time to prepare your home for sale. DO consider whether your area is in a buyer's market (with more houses for sale) or a seller's market (with more buyers than houses). You'll probably sell a bit faster in a seller's market. DON'T forget to consider the buyer. Remember what attracted you to your home and figure out when's the best time to showcase that. DO talk with me, your agent, about my thoughts on the timing of your home... 08/05/2018

 We have company coming over tonight for a casual, relaxed movie night and I am serving this delicious dish among other easy finger foods.  I can recommend this fabulous recipe from Pepperidge Farm featuring their puff pastry - and, it's Kosher!         ZUCCHINI, TOMATO & MOZZARELLA TART Here's an exquisite, meatless appetizer that makes good party fare because it can beserved at room temperature.  Give it a try at your next gathering.    THAW:40 minutes PREP:20 minutes BAKE:45 minutes COOL:20 minutes SERVES:8  RECIPE INGREDIENTS     1/2 of a 17.3-ounce packagePepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet), thawed     1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 6 ounces)      3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese     1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves     2 medium green onions, c... 08/04/2018

Here are some great tips from Lowe's on how to add variety to your landscape of the edible kind.  I have to say, though, that the rabbits inmy yard already think I am growing an edible landscape! Use Garden Plants in your LandscapingLearn how to add edible plants like herbs, vegetables and fruits to your garden or landscape with these four helpful tips from Lowe's.   07/31/2018

Sometimes nothing but a pizza will do...or maybe I just need to stay away from the Food Network's online page since they always have something that I like!If you want to make it a pizza night, here are a couple of great recipes to try.  They take a bit of time, but they are worth it!    Basic Pepperoni Pizza and Four Cheese Pizza Recipe courtesy of Ree Drummond Recipe courtesy Ree Drummond Basic Pepperoni Pizza and Four Cheese Pizza Total Time: 2 hr 45 min Prep: 40 min Inactive: 1 hr 5 min Cook: 1 hr  Ingredients Pizza Dough: 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for oiling bowl 1/2 to 3/4 cup store-bought or homemade pizza sauce, recipe follows: 12 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced thin 1 cup pepperoni pieces Four Cheese ... 07/27/2018

 It is going to be a typically warm summer weekend in Dallas!   If you are looking for something to do, here are some links to help you.      Amusement / Theme Parks Ripley's Believe It Or Not Six Flags Over Texas Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park AquariumThe Dallas World AquariumCalendar of EventsEvents Calendar - Find things to do by dateEvents Toys For Tots Events Calendar - Find Things To Do Today! Museums - Dallas Art Biblical Art Frontiers of Flight George W. Bush Library at SMU John F. Kennedy - JFK / The Sixth Floor Nasher Sculpture Center Nature and Science Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture Perot Museum of Nature and Science SMU Meadows Museum Museums - Fort Worth Amon Carter Kimbell Art Modern Art National Cowgirl Science And Industry Stockyards Museum Park... 07/26/2018

 Overwhelmed with “stuff” and feel like the only solution is to rent a storage building?  Learn organization basics that can be applied to any organization project, from junk drawers, to your home office, to the garage; this How-To video from Rubbermaid is full of great ideas:     Now, you are armed with the tools to make organizing your home easy to do.  Organizing can be fun, and the time spent will reap you rewards with time saved not digging through the clutter when you need to find something! Enjoy searching for a lovely homes in and around the Dallas area Metroplex and contact your Dallas Realtor Lisa Von Domek::   07/25/2018

         There are so many things to love about the     greater Dallas Metroplex that it is difficult     to name them all.  But here are five of my     favorite things that I love about living in Dallas:  1.  Our beautiful weather and the fact that we actually enjoy four different seasons of the year.  Although our summer heat can get high, with typical temperatures staying at 100+ in August…our winter is exceptional with only occasional freezing temperatures and (maybe) a light snow fall once or twice.  But the snow doesn’t last, we are lucky to enjoy it for a day or two and then it is back to sunny skies. 2.   Our fabulous parks and lakes – Texas is abundant with them and the Dallas area has a wonderful array of lakes and parks to enjoy.  3.  Our cultural venues which include art mus... 07/23/2018

  Some days there is plenty of time to cook a great meal...but most days there's not - right?  Here's a quick and tasty meal for anyone on the go (or not) from the great recipe files at Daisy Brand.    CHICKEN FAJITAS Prep Time: 15 MINUTESTime to Table: 15 MINUTES Serves: 6Ingredients  2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cups frozen onion and bell pepper stir-fry mix 12 6-inch soft flour tortillas 1/2 cup Daisy Sour Cream DirectionsMix the cumin, chili powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, cornstarch and salt in medium bowl. Add the chicken strips; toss until coated. Heat the oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-h... 07/20/2018

The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  June, as with prior months, reflected a much needed increase in that inventory:      New construction homes had a slight increase in their available inventory from 2017:        And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes:        And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:       Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!       07/20/2018

Into every day a little laughter goes a long way...enjoy these jokes and have a few laughs today!  And a big Thank You to Reader's Digest for their wonderful collection of jokes to share... Q: What do chemists' dogs do with their bones?A: They barium! Q: What did the cat say when the mouse got away?A: You've got to be kitten me! Q: Why don't cats play poker in the jungle?A: There are too many cheetahs.                           07/17/2018

 Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter.This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whetheryou’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.     Please click on this link to view the Housing Trends July 2018 Newsletter http://lisavondomek.housingtrendsenewsletter.com   National housing indicators Existing home sales (May) 5.44 millions units* Existing home median price (May) $264,800 Housing Starts (May) 1.350 millions units* New home sales (April) 0.662 millions units* *Seasonally adjusted annual rate. Source: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. National economic indicators Home ownership 4th Quarter 2017 64.2% 1st Quarter 2018 64.2... 07/16/2018

The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  June, as with prior months, reflected a much needed increase in that inventory:      New construction homes had a slight increase in their available inventory from 2017:        And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes:        And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:       Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!       07/15/2018

 Here is a delicious recipe forFriday Night Entertainingor just a treat for yourselffrom those great folks atthe Food Network:           Charleston Cheese DipRecipe courtesy of Trisha Yearwood   Charleston Cheese DipTotal Time:25 minPrep:10 minCook:15 minYield:10 servingsLevel:EasyIngredients1/2 cup mayonnaiseOne 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese2 green onions, finely chopped1 dash cayenne pepper8 butter crackers, crushed, such as Ritz8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbledCorn chips, crackers or bagel chips, for servingDirectionsPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F.In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, green onions and cayenne pepper. Transfer the mixture to a shallow b... 07/13/2018

 It's just all about clouds today in Dallas...I hope you enjoy these pictures that I captured while out for a stroll.And, "The Cloud", an 1820 poem written by Percy Blysshe Shelley  The Cloud I bring fresh showers for the thirsting flowers,From the seas and the streams;I bear light shade for the leaves when laidIn their noon-day dreams.From my wings are shaken the dews that wakenThe sweet birds every one,When rocked to rest on their mother's breast,As she dances about the sun.I wield the flail of the lashing hail,And whiten the green plains under,And then again I dissolve it in rain,And laugh as I pass in thunder.    07/08/2018

Here is a delicious and cool summer recipe for the hot summer days or special occasions.  From the folks at Daisy Brand - here is their recipe for quick, easy, and tasty Apple Waldorf Salad:           Prep Time: 10 MINUTES       Time to Table: 10 MINUTES        Serves: 4 (3/4 CUP PER SERVING)Ingredients  1 Granny Smith apple 1 Red Delicious apple 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup raisins 1 tablespoon chopped pecans 1 dash cinnamon 1 dash nutmeg 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise 1/4 cup Daisy Sour Cream Directions Chop unpeeled apples and sprinkle with lemon juice. Add all other ingredients together with apples in a bowl and combine gently. *Optional: Refrigerate for several hours to combine flavors if desired. 07/07/2018

Are you in charge of the kids during Summer vacation, or planning a family reunion or company event this Summer?  For a fun venue that offers something for everyone...how about Six Flags?Get everyone together for a good scream - the park is open and ready for you to enjoy a fun time Monday through Sunday.  But be sure to contact the park the morning of the day you are going to visit, because their hours are subject to change.Six Flags Over Texas has great rates for groups. As your planning partner — they say that "we'll take care of the details so you can have the fun!"For more things to do in Dallas and the surrounding area, visit my website - your Dallas Realtor of choice, Lisa Von Domek!    07/06/2018

 It is going to be a gorgeous week for theFourth of July celebrations in the Dallas, TXarea and the weather will be clear with only a slight possibility of rain...but it will be hot!Find all of the4th of July celebrations by clicking here. Whether you are going to enjoy thefireworks today, tomorrow or onWednesday I wish you and yours afabulous day, bountiful blessings andgreat fireworks to celebrateour Nation’s great holiday. Have a safe celebration and a wonderful week!  For information on the Dallas housing market, click here! 07/02/2018

The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  May reflected a much needed increase in that inventory:     New construction homes had a slight decrease in their available inventory from 2017:       And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes...although May was basically consistent with 2017:       And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:       Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!       07/01/2018

How to Install a Programmable Thermostat Do you want to know how to install a programmable thermostat in your home?  Here is an easy to follow “how-to” video to learn how to save energy and money on your heating and cooling bills simply by replacing your existing thermostat with a programmable thermostat.  Watch this instructional video from The Home Depot.     Ready to find your new "Dream Home"?  Visit my website to search listings at www.LisaSellsTexas.com.  Or use this simple search tool and start right now!  06/28/2018