Dallas Fort Worth Real Estate Investor Groups - 02/27/07 10:09 PM
Here are the Real Estate Investor Groups in Dallas and Fort Worth.If you are interested in learning as much as you can about investing in real estate these are the best places to pick up good information.Hope to see you at one of the meetings.Real Estate Investor Group Meetings
The Dallas Fort Worth Real Estate Investors NetworkCheck out their web site for details and meeting times.http://dfwrein.com/
The Fort Worth Real Estate Investors Organization (REIO)Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month.http://reio-fw.com/
The best kept secret is the weekly Real Estate Investor meeting. The meetings are held every Saturday at 11:30 AM. … (1 comments)
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Aledo Bearcats - 02/27/07 09:26 PM
Aledo is a community in eastern Parker County. The town of Aledo is a few minutes south of Interstate 20. Aledo has become a favorite place for many people from the "big city" of Fort Worth to live. Homes range in price from a low of $60,000 to a high of several million dollars. Many homes are are a half acre or more. Aledo is home to Aledo High School home of the fighting Bearcats.
Go Bearcats!
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Showing Agent does't show up for showing appointment and doesn't cancel!! - 02/27/07 09:08 PM
What is the deal with agents that make an appointment to show a listing then they don't show it and they don't cancel the appointment so the home owners and the listing agent are aware the showing did not take place? I have thought it was a common courtesy to let the agent or the showing service know you need to CANCEL the appointment. It doesn't bother me as much when it is a vacant home but when it is an occupied home and the owners have had to prepare the home for the showing, it would be nice to at least be … (6 comments)
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Hell's Half Acre - 02/20/07 09:18 PM
In the early history of Fort Worth Texas one area of Downtown Fort Worth was known as Hell's Half Acre. This location was one of the most notorious high crime Red Light District. Hell's Half Acre started during the city's heyday as a stop for cowboys taking cattle to Kansas in the early 1870s. As the Half Acre became more popular the area covered more than two acres and the level of crime and violence also grew. It wasn't until a Baptist Preacher named J. Frank Norris in 1911 began to link certain businessmen with property in the Acre and he … (3 comments)
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Camp Bowie Boulevard - 02/20/07 06:04 PM
For those familiar with the Westside of Fort Worth one of the landmarks is Camp Bowie Boulevard. Camp Bowie is the famous Red Brick Road. The Boulevard starts at the intersection of 7th Street and University and continues west then become Camp Bowie West. Camp Bowie has been a favorite place for young people to go cruising for decades. In the 60's and part of the 70's Griff's was the place to meet people. That was when I was growing up. Now the place to hang out must be the Sonic Drive In. The old Ridglea Theater is another landmark on … (0 comments)
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The Cowtown Marathon - 02/20/07 05:51 PM
The Cowtown Marathon - Every year in late February the annual Cowtown Marathon is held. Thousands of people run the marathon - half marathon -the 10K or the 5K. I for one have never finished the marathon only because I did not enter. I use to be a runner but one day I quit running and haven't run since. However, I do enjoy watching the runners in the marathon. There is just something special about people that have what it takes to run the marathon. Most runners are not running against other runner but are running to prove to what ever … (0 comments)
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Sweetwater Texas Rattlesnake Roundup - 02/20/07 04:42 AM
Since 1958 Sweetwater Texas has hosted the Rattlesnake Roundup It is held during the second weekend of March at the Nolan County Fair Grounds. There is plenty of things to do and plenty of Rattlesnakes to see. If you want you can even go on a guided Rattlesnake hunt or just hang back at the fair ground a eat some rattlesnake.Hope to see you at the World's Largest Rattlesnake Hunt in Sweetwater!
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Texas Christian University - 02/19/07 07:39 PM
Texas Christian University the home of the Horn Frogs. Located in Fort Worth, Texas, TCU was founded in 1873. TCU has an enrollment of over 8800 students. TCU offers 100 undergraduate majors, 20 graduate degrees in 54 areas and 12 doctoral fields of study. TCU ranks in the top 5% of the 3,500 universities and colleges in the nation.
Stop by for a visit and see if TCU isn't a great place!
GO HORN FROGS!
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Fort Worth Botanical Gardens - 02/19/07 07:28 PM
The oldest Botanical Gardens in Texas is located in Fort Worth, The Fort Worth Botanical Gardens is located on University Drive just south of the Will Roger Center. The gardens consist of 109 acres and is home to over 2,500 species of native and exotic plants. There are 21 specialty gardens including the famous Rose Garden and the world-renowned Japanese Garden.
Visit the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens for outdoor enjoyment and relaxation.
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The Realtor and the Camera - 02/18/07 11:34 AM
In the past few years Realtors have had to become photographers. Each year our office takes, edits and post hundreds if not thousands of pictures on the Internet. It seems almost everyday there is a better camera coming on the market. In our household alone we have at least 8 digital cameras. I use an Olympus I have had for 4 or 5 years. A few things I have learned in my life about digital cameras are:
You must have good batteries. I like to purchase cameras that use a AA battery. The best battery I have found are Duracell AA NiMH … (1 comments)
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The Fort Worth Nature Center - 02/17/07 04:57 PM
Give me a home where the buffalo roam. That can be the Fort Worth Nature Center located in the city limits of Northwest Fort Worth. The Fort Worth Nature Center has a little bit of everything from forests, prairies, wetlands and plenty of wildlife. Besure to plan a day to enjoy nature at it's best and bring some comfortable shoes. It is a great place to take in the fresh air and listen to the sounds of nature. For more information check the Fort Worth Nartue Center out at http://www.fwnaturecenter.org/.
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The Friday before a Monday Holiday - 02/17/07 04:46 PM
I never like to close escrow on Friday and I never put a close of escrow date in a contract for a Friday. After 24 years of selling real estate I come to find out that things can happen on Friday that can upset people. If the loan doesn't fund before Friday afternoon then it is Monday or in the case of this Friday, February 16, 2007 it will will be Tuesday before the banks are open and the funding can take place. There can also be issues with utilities not being turned on or transfered late in the week. There … (1 comments)
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The Value of Toastmasters - 02/16/07 11:45 AM
Toastmaster Comparisons
Fred Pryor Seminars (team building, mentoring, coaching skills) $179, 1 day
Hypnotist Presentation Skills training (overcoming fear of public speaking) $60, 3 audio CDs
American Mgt. Association seminar (Be more persuasive and convincing in every meeting) $1995, 3 days
Second City Television communications workshop $595, 6 hours
Zig Ziglar's Seminar (thinking on your feet, presentation skills, voice, volume, etc.) $1095, 2 days, DVD
Media Training Worldwide (Imagine yourself dazzling your audiences, every time you speak!) $1995, 2 days
Toastmasters International, (weekly opportunities for all of the above) $58 yearly
(includes local club dues of $4)
For more information and to find a Toastmasters Club near you visit … (2 comments)
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The Power of the Ugly Yellow Signs - 02/14/07 09:47 PM
Several years ago at The Main Event, I learned from Terry Hunefeld of By Referral Only about using an "Ugly Yellow Sign" to increase calls on listings. He taught me to use the handwritten sign with a toll free number to capture more calls. I used the "Ugly Yellow Signs" for several years but then for some reason stopped using them. This past weekend I decided to use the "Ugly Yellow Signs" with a different twist. I have about 10 REO properties listed for different banks. I thought what could I do to get more calls using an "Ugly Yellow Sign". I got … (1 comments)
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Lockheed Martin Second Largest Employer in Tarrant County - 02/13/07 07:05 AM
Lockheed Martin Second Largest Employer in Tarrant County. Lockheed Martin located in the west side of Fort Worth is Second Largest Employer in Tarrant County. An estimated 15,900 people work at the massive mile long plant. The plant known as Air Force Plant 4 is on a 602- acre government- owned contractor-operated aircraft manufacturing facility. The plant has been in continuous operation producing aircraft since 1942. Aircraft built at the plant include B-24, B-32.B-36, B-58, F-111, F-16, F-22 and the F-35. For Employment
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Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame - 02/12/07 09:17 PM
The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to honoring and documenting the lives of women who have distinguished themselves while exemplifying the pioneer spirit of the American West. The next time you are in Fort Worth stop by the Museum and learn more about the great women who have helped tame the west.
The museum is at 1720 Gendy Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107
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Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth, Texas - 02/12/07 08:41 PM
The Kimbell opened in 1972. The museum is widely regarded as one of the most outstanding modern public art-gallery facilities in the world. The Kimbell Art Museum's holdings range in period from antiquity to the 20th century, including masterpieces by Duccio, Fra Angelico, Mantegna, Caravaggio, El Greco, La Tour, Rubens, Velázquez, Rembrandt, Houdon, Goya, David, Monet, Cézanne, Picasso, Matisse, and Mondrian.
The Kimbell Art Museum located at 3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth.
Admission to the permanent collection is free. There is a charge for Special Exhibitions.
A trip to Fort Worth should include a visit to the Kimbell.
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Western Art in Downtown Fort Worth - 02/12/07 08:29 PM
The Sid Richardson Museum is home to a collection of Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell works. In 1942 Sid Richardson the legendary Texas oilman began collecting the works of Remington and Russell. In November of 2006 the Museum completed a year long renovation. The museum is located at 309 Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas. Admission is free.Hope to see you at the Sid Richardson Museum next time you are in Fort Worth!
Rick Irving
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Benbrook - 02/11/07 10:20 AM
Benbrook Texas is a community southwest of Fort Worth Texas. Benbrook is located near the intersection of Hwy. 377 and Interstate 20. Benbrook is home to Lake Benbrook, a lake built by the Corps of Engineers on the Clear Fork of the Trinity River. Living in Benbrook offers the feeling of a small town but has all the conveniences of Fort Worth. With many parks and several golf courses it is a great place to play as well as live.Only minutes away from major shopping and hospitals.
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Ridglea Hills - 02/11/07 09:47 AM
Ridglea Hills is an addition of couse located in some "hills". The "hills" are not really much to talk about and are not hills as most folks would think of. However, in Fort Worth we call them "hills". The area is several miles West of Downtown Fort Worth just South of Camp Bowie. Most of the homes in the area were built in the 1950's. The area has 2 small lakes with homes built around them and nice mature trees. The neighborhood is a nice place to walk but walking is limited to the street since there are no sidewalks. The … (0 comments)
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Rivercrest - 02/11/07 09:36 AM
Rivercrest is an area surrounding the Rivercrest Country Club in West Fort Worth. The area is located on a Bluff overlooking the Trinity River. Just a few miles from downtown Fort Worth and North of Camp Bowie Blvd. There are many homes in the Million Dollar range in this area. The streets are lined with lovely trees and the sidewalks are a favorite place for residents to walk and enjoy the beautiful golf course. … (0 comments)
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Arlington Heights in Fort Worth - 02/11/07 08:45 AM
Arlington Heights is located in West Fort Worth. It is a few miles west of Downtown. The eastern edge of Arlington Height is along Montgomery Street when the Cultural District and the Will Rogers Complex is located. Some of Arlington Heights is located on what was once Camp Bowie. Camp Bowie was an U.S. Army Training Camp during World War I. Some of the interesting sites in Arlington Heights are Arlington Heights High School and HEB's Central Market. Many of the homes in the Arlington Heights area were built between 1920 and 1950. Most are single story with many of those … (0 comments)
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Email vs. Telephone - What do your buyers and sellers perfer? - 02/10/07 03:10 PM
Communication with buyers and sellers. Most of the buyers and sellers we work with like to communicate by email. Only a few like to communicate by phone. I always ask which method of communication they would prefer us to use. Most of them want to use email. There are a few companies in the area that have a firewall that does not allow the MLS listing emails thru so I ask for an alternate email to send the MLS listings. If it is a couple I am working with I will send all email to both if I have both email … (3 comments)
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Turning Point Dallas - 02/05/07 11:31 PM
Day one of the Turning Point is History. Brian said there was some new material and some things have been added. He talked about the Packer's Sweep and the fundamentals. That is what I am always trying to work on, mastering the fundamentals. Tomorrow is the breakout for Brokers and Owners. I always am reluctant to attend the breakout session because I feel like I might miss some good stuff in the regular session. But then I always come away from the breakout session with some good stuff. The entire two days is filled with good stuff! Brian and Beverly have … (0 comments)
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Five Star Dining Experience in a Gas Station! - 02/03/07 10:12 PM
When you are ready for a great dining experience the Chef Point Cafe is the place to eat. Located in a gas station in Watauga, Texas, the food is superb. The restaurant is owned by Franson Nwaeze and his wife Paula Merrell. Once you try Chef Point Cafe you will want to make the visit often. Their story is amazing and the food is out of this world. The menu includes everything from Cheeseburgers to Lamb. My favorite is the Stuffed New York Strip. Check out their menu and you will be as intrigued as I was. If you plan on … (1 comments)
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Texas is as Close as I've Been - 02/03/07 10:48 AM
There is a country song with words that say "I may never get to heaven but Texas is as close as I've been." I was born in Fort Worth and I have been in Texas all of my life except for 4 years while serving in the Army. More people are calling Texas home. Some of the reasons for calling Texas home could include, but not limited to the fact, we have No State Income Tax. Aside from having no state income tax what makes Texas a great place to live and especially Fort Worth is the climate, a lot of … (0 comments)
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The Barnett Shale Impact on Tarrant County - 02/03/07 10:30 AM
I read an article this week that over 8800 people are working in Barnett Shale Gas Production related jobs. The economic impact on North Texas continues to grow each day. This impact can now be felt in many local neighborhoods with signing bonuses for leasing mineral rights for residential lots starting at $200 and many lots receiving $500 or more, plus receiving up to 28% royalties on future gas production. They tell me drilling rigs are commanding more than $20,000 a day for drilling services. Devon Energy alone accounts for upwards of 6 billion dollars a year going into our economy. Wow! What an … (0 comments)
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