Into the Weekend with Matt

Into the Weekend is our weekly newsletter for clients and friends of the Haistings Group. We strive for fresh content weekly to help you engage with the local community and the homeownership journey. Topics include: local events, lifestyle tips, real estate insights, and on-going commentary from our team leader, Matt. Get Into the Weekend in your inbox every Friday; subscribe below.

Copy of 4-26-24 - ITW - Matt's edit

Into the Weekend we go! As always, there is plenty going on in the DFW metro area. I think the big question I’m wondering about is: what’s going on with our weather? I suppose this is just Spring in North Texas. Whether you’re staying in this weekend or heading out, I have a fantastic new podcast episode for you. Plus, this week’s not has some lifestyle tips and my market musings.

Whatever you’re up to this weekend, make it a great one!
-Matt

Local Happenings

Festival of Joy at Klyde Warren Park

The Festival of Joy is this Saturday at Klyde Warren Park in downtown Dallas. The event begins in the park, with a parade. There will be variety of cultural and educational exhibits including traditional crafts and cooking demos, yoga and meditation instruction, face painting, mehndi (henna tattoo), traditional dress-up, ethnic street food stalls, and a free vegetarian feast provided by Kalachandji’s.

Saturday, April 27th 11AM - 8PM 

Larger Than Life
 @ Topo Chico Hard Seltzer Stage & Lawn

Larger Than Life, the ultimate boyband tribute, takes over the Topo Chico Hard Seltzer Stage & Lawn. Featuring actual boyband-style singing, dancing, and that iconic pop look, Larger Than Life will take you back in time with the biggest 90s party!

Saturday, April 27th 7PM - 9PM

Our Most Recent Podcast

How Ariel Tcherno Built a Home Remodeling Company in Texas

I sat down with Ariel Tchernovsky, who shares his captivating journey from growing up in Israel to relocating his home remodeling business from LA to Dallas. Ariel reflects on his experiences navigating cultural shifts and regional differences in the business world. He also offers insightful lessons learned along the way, from building client relationships to adapting his entrepreneurial approach. Join us for an engaging conversation about resilience, adaptability, and Ariel's inspiring path to success.

The Matt Haistings Podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

Real Estate in the News

Tiger Woods' mini golf concept is now open at Grandscape inThe Colony

Popstroke, the putting course entertainment concept designed by golf legend Tiger Woods, comprises two unique 18-hole mini golf putting courses, created by Woods’ TGR Design team to offer competitive challenges for experienced golfers and amateurs alike. The courses are built entirely with synthetic turf, incorporating fairways, bunkers, and rough just as you might see on a traditional golf course.

Courtesy of Culture Map

Matt's Market Minute

Unsurprisingly, Buyer demand is affected by interest rates.  National experts think that we have weak or limited demand when rates are near 7%.  I personally think rates have normalized in the 6%-range and most buyers have come to accept that.  Time always reveals the whole story - and when rates do go down and demand goes up... prices will, too.

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