Pearland West Side Library Annex - 04/30/10 11:13 PM
Good news for the residents of Pearland's west side!

 
The Brazoria County Commissioners Court has approved an agreement with the City of Pearland to provide $16,554 as its part of the funding for a public library substation in Pearland.
This will expand library services to citizens in the western part of that city and its extraterritorial jurisdiction by providing a facility at which patrons can pick up and return library materials previously requested by Internet or at the facilty. The substation will be at Pearland's West Side Event Center, located on 2150 Countryplace Parkway.
Also to be provided by … (0 comments)

Pearland Garage Sales - 04/30/10 10:18 AM
Pearland Garage Sales  have been one of the things in Pearland that homeowners look forward to on the weekends.  The ole' saying someone's trash could be your treasure is so true! I am continually amazed of the story of how someone's garage sale purchase was turned into something truly special. Some of my favorite times with my kids when they were younger, we would get up really early and hit the garage sales.  No matter what, one or all of us one find something that we would just have to take home! Plus, I had the great honor of spending some time with my … (0 comments)

The Lion's Club Presents the 56 Annual Texas Music Festival, Village Fair and BBQ Cookoff! - 04/30/10 08:54 AM

 
 
 
The Lion's Club Presents the 56 Annual
Texas Music Festival, Village Fair and BBQ Cookoff!
 

 
When: April 30 -May 2
Where: Winter Hall Park, League City
 

 
If you've lived in the Bay Area for any amount of time, you already know about the Lion's Club Texas Music Festival, Village Fair & BBQ Cookoff.  But I wanted to blog about this great event (and even greater organization) as my family has been impacted by it.
 
Each year, the Lions Club puts on what can only be described as a mega event … (0 comments)

Your Guide To Pearland Real Estate Lingo - 04/29/10 02:14 PM

Confused by all the different real estate lingo?
I often get a lot questions from Pearland home buyers on the meaning of certain real estate terms. It can all be overwhelming for a new home buyer or even an "old pro" as the real estate market is always changing. Below is a list of common real estate terms and definitions that may help you in your search to buy a home in Pearland. This is not a definitive list but it can help you understand the Pearland real estate market better.
 

REALTOR®- a real estate broker or sales associate who … (0 comments)

Pearland Open House or No Open House? - 04/27/10 01:26 PM
Pearland Open House or No Open House?
I get questioned quite often on if clients should there be an open house or no open House?
Pearland Open houses are a bit of a confusing prospect for many home sellers. Some real estate agents swear by them, while others don't ever hold open houses. The question is: where, as a Pearland Realtor, do I stand on the open house debate?
Over there years I have tried open houses, just to see if something has changed.  But, each time I have to say No nothing has changed.  Yes, I have picked up buyers … (1 comments)

Tips for Selling Your Home in the Current Market - 04/26/10 02:03 PM
Get the Home into Perfect Showing ConditionIn such a turbulent market, there are two things a seller can do when selling a home: price the property competitively, and ensure the property is in absolutely perfect condition. The more choices the buyer has, the more critical the showing condition. Right now there are 762 homes on the market in Pearland. 74 of the 762 homes are new construction.  This means as sellers you have to prepare and be competitive.
Establish a Market TimeframeBefore placing the home on the market, clearly establish how long you will leave it for sale. Having an accurate … (0 comments)

Daily HAR MLS Listings - 04/24/10 02:56 PM
Thinking about buying a home in Pearland or surrounding areas? One service as a client of the PearlandHomeTeam, you can have your very own website with daily updates of any new or changed home listings.  This gives you the ability to see homes as they come active on the market. Daily HAR MLS listing notifications will be emailed to you with a link to your own personalized website.
Daily HAR MLS Listings website example
 
On your website you will be able to make notes for each listing. This will help you and your Pearland Realtor find your perfect home. 
There is a … (0 comments)

Sedona Lakes Subdivision - 04/24/10 01:49 PM


Sedona Lakes Subdivision
Sedona Lakes is one of the newest and hottest communities in the Pearland area!

 
 
Located in Manvel, the Sedona Lakes subdivision is two exits from FM 518 on Hwy 288 South. This community has a lot of amenities to offer!
 
With over 600 acres, the new Sedona Lakes subdivision will utimately include beautiful lakes, several parks, miles of walking trails, a resort-style recreation center with a pool and playground, all encompassed by wetlands and foliage.
 
Sedona Lakes also offers a phenomonal recreation center for its residents.  This resort-style recreation center features … (1 comments)

Benefits of Home Ownership in Pearland - 04/21/10 08:43 PM
Benefits of Home Ownership in PearlandCredit: Owning a home helps you establish financial credibility.
Independence:
Owning your own home provides you with independence and more privacy than renting. You are free to paint walls, plant flowers, keep pets and anything else within deed restrictions and legal bounds.
Investment : As you make more payments and own more of your home, you add to its investment value. Most improvements you make will also add to its value.
Pride: A home reflects its owner's values and lifestyle. Owning a home in Pearland can provide you with a source of pride, enjoyment and … (0 comments)

Beautiful West Oaks Home for Sale in Pearland, Texas! - 04/15/10 09:20 PM

 
6710 Keithwood
Pearland, Texas
 

 
 
 
 

 
Beautiful 3-4 bedroom home for sale in the desirable West Oaks subdivision!
 
Built in 2001, this house has an amazing floor plan with an open concept perfect for entertaining and a growing family. This Pearland house has a ton of upgrades!  Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the living areas and dining room makes this home show well!  A beautiful gas fireplace located in the corner of the living room is perfect for relaxing! Look at the archways - high ceilings and art niches make this house stand … (5 comments)

Silverlake Subdivision Pearland, Texas - 04/13/10 08:19 AM
Silverlake Subdivision Pearland, Texas

When many people think of Pearland, they think of the beautiful, master planned community of Silverlake.  The Silverlake Subdivision in Pearland, Texas began development in the 1990s on the west side of the city.  Just minutes from Hwy 288, Silverlake is home to many residents who commute downtown or to the Texas Medical Center.

 
Silverlake boasts of a many fabulous amenities including a large man-made lake in which the community is centered around.
 
Beautiful houses land several community parks line the lake. The subdivision's park and recreational areas are PERFECT for exercise, family … (2 comments)

Pearland Texas Housing Trends - 04/11/10 04:07 PM

APRIL-2010 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter 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 whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.
The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau and Realtor.org reports, videos, key market indicators and real estate sales statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local … (0 comments)

Pearland Housing Market Still Strong - 04/06/10 03:11 PM
 

 Pearland Housing Market
The other day I was reading an article, "Economic Armegeddon Weighs on Area Property Sales,"put out by the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR).  It stated that property sales in February fell "a whopping 26 percent compared to the same period last year."  The article also stated that the sales of foreclosed properties, which usually sell well below market value, made up 28 percent of all sales and dragged down both average and median prices. 
Furthermore, the article grimly forcated that we would see more of the same in March with pending sales and active listings way … (1 comments)

Pearland Neighborhood Center Presents Casino Royale! - 04/02/10 07:25 AM
Pearland Neighborhood Center Presents Casino Royale!

WHEN: May 7, 2010
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall
 
Looking for an evening of fun?  Then come to the Pearland Neighborhood Center Casino Royale on May 7th!  There will be live music, dinner and a casino!  This year's kings and queens canidates are:
Queens
Laura Austin - Frost Bank
Gwen Douglas - AMS
Felicia Kyle - Pearland City Council
Kings
Kevin Cole - Pearland City Council
Greg Rincon - Rincon Law Firm
Ed Slaback - Moody Bank
 
Please come out and support these candidates and the Pearland Neighborhood Center!
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Pearland Chamber of Commerce Business Expo & Taste of the Town! - 04/01/10 09:32 AM

Join me today at the Pearland Chamber of Commerce Business Expo at the Knights of Columbus Hall from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm! Re/Max One will have a booth and we are giving away a lot of great items! come check us out!

 
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Pearland Paws in the Park This Past Weekend - 04/01/10 07:40 AM
This past weekend, Pearland Parks and Recreation hosted its Annual Pearlnd Paws in the Park.  It was a BLAST!  One of the many reasons why I love Pearland is the great community events we have!  There were so many people from our community there and we all had a great time!
Pearland Paws in the Park kicked things off on Saturday morning with the HEB Plus! Pet and Owner Fun Run followed by the national “Dock Diving” competition presented by Meadowlake Pet Resort. This were two neat events to watch! Check out Parks and Recreation's website for some great photos!

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