Joanna England

What’s Hot in Fall Fractionals? Eureka Springs Has The Views And The Queen Anne Mansion

By Joanna England | October 9, 2012 |

Fall in the Ozarks is spectacular, and if you’ve ever taken a trip to Arkansas before, you know that the views of the changing leaves can be breathtaking. So why not own a fractional vacation property in one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in Arkansas — Eureka Springs.

We consulted with David Disick, the expert behind The Fractional Consultant, about Eureka Springs, Ark. He tells us that the market there is small, but the getting is good.

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A Greener Second Home: Top US Eco Villages Perfect For Keeping Your Carbon Footprint Small

By Joanna England | September 12, 2012 | Comments Off on A Greener Second Home: Top US Eco Villages Perfect For Keeping Your Carbon Footprint Small

Does the idea of owning two homes make your greener sensibilities wilt? It shouldn’t! There are tons of great communities in outstanding locations that are perfect for the ecologically conscious second home owner. Here’s an abbreviated list of great communities and developments:

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Love Horses? You Can Own Stallion Station in Mustang, Texas

By Joanna England | September 6, 2012 | Comments Off on Love Horses? You Can Own Stallion Station in Mustang, Texas

I am an amateur equestrian (read: I haven’t been on horseback in oh, say, 8 years). However, if I had a few million dollars and plenty of time on my hands, I would jump at the chance to own horses. But if you’re more than an amateur equestrian and you’ve got a few million dollars, then you should jump at the chance to have a stallion breeding facility in none other than Mustang, Texas.

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Summer’s Almost Over, So Make The Most of Bikini Season With These Fabulous Pools

By Joanna England | September 3, 2012 | Comments Off on Summer’s Almost Over, So Make The Most of Bikini Season With These Fabulous Pools

We’ve put together a list of great pools that feel like vacation homes over on CandysDirt.com as a way to celebrate the last few days of summer. Enjoy!

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Great Getaways: Nantucket Offers Scenic Views Without The Crowds And Excellent Value

By Joanna England | August 26, 2012 |

“The sales market — this is probably the strongest season we’ve had in probably five years,” said Jennifer Shalley, research director at Windwalker Real Estate based out of Nantucket, Mass. “It’s a really, really healthy market. A lot of buyers have been waiting.”

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Houzz Haz It: American Homeowners Want Style More Than Profit

By Joanna England | July 30, 2012 | Comments Off on Houzz Haz It: American Homeowners Want Style More Than Profit

By Katherine Nannizzi of Houzz.com

Even as new and existing home sales and prices climb, homeowners are prioritizing aesthetics before profit, according to the annual Houzz & Home Survey conducted among users of the Houzz app and website. The annual survey surfaces building and remodeling trends in the U.S. and Canada.

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