Rain, rain, go away, come again another day! That childhood rhyme has run through my head on more than one occasion this week. And it looks like we might be in for a wet weekend!
And it's Halloween weekend, too. Every year it seems like there are more and more offerings for Halloween. I've included just a few for inspiration in this week's note. Also included is another fantastic episode from the podcast and my usual market musings.
Whatever you're up to this weekend, I hope it's a great one!
-Matt
Local Happenings
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration at The Shops at Willow Bend
Bring your familia and amigos to the Dia De Los Muertos Celebration at the Shops at Willow Bend, presented by Mexican Bar Co. Nothing says celebration better than a beautiful performance of traditional ballet folklorico with a mariachi band, along with a variety of Latin vendors onsite from marigold flower crown vendor to delicious aquas frescas.
Step through our gargoyle gates and be transported to a Downtown Plano you’ve never seen before…if you dare. A free Halloween-themed festival, explore eerie experiences along 15th Street including spectacularly spooky photo ops, creepy characters, thrilling performances, and live music on the McCall Plaza stage. And new this year - a giant blackout maze in Haggard Park parking lot!
Bryan's Story From Combat Boots to Real Estate Suits
This week's podcast guest is Compass Managing Director, Bryan Pacholski. Bryan is a military veteran with an inspiring story. Now a leader in the DFW real estate industry, Bryan has a great take on living in North Texas. Another great watch or listen.
To make the top of the list, a place had to have good value, be a desirable place to live, have a strong job market and a high quality of life Can you guess where they ranked DFW?
For homeowners, it was fun while it lasted... watching home prices go up 10%+ per year. Those days might be behind us for awhile as home price growth returns to normal.
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