REALTOR Survival Initiative - March 13 Town Hall Meeting - 03/31/11 09:35 PM

Dear Realtor,
 
On April 13, 2011 from 1:00pm-3:00pm (Central), the NAR Leadership Team will be hosting a Town Hall session to discuss our proposed new and exciting REALTOR® Party Political Survival Initiative that the NAR Board of Directors will discuss and vote on at the upcoming Midyear meeting in Washington, DC.  This initiative represents a historic and game-changing opportunity for all three levels of our organization to enhance our advocacy effectiveness.
 
Because of the far-reaching nature of this initiative, as well as its financial implications, the NAR Leadership Team decided to convene a special session of our Executive … (1 comments)

Google Teams Up With MasterCard and CitiGroup on Mobile Payment - 03/29/11 09:11 AM
Google Teams Up With MasterCard and CitiGroup on Mobile Payment        
By Ricardo Bilton
                   
Google is inching closer the debut of its mobile payment system, The Wall Street Journal reports.
 
The paper says Google is teaming up with MasterCard and Citigroup to bring its mobile payment system to consumers. Using an application available on near field communications-equipped phones, Citigroup card users will be able to use their phones to pay for purchases.
 
The move is believed to leverage Google's advertising business, giving the company greater insight into how users view targeting … (3 comments)

Preserve, Protect, Defend the Mortgage Interest Deduction - 03/28/11 09:12 AM
***This is an open letter to congress. Just copy and past it and put in your reps name and address.***
Representative Pete Olson
Cannon House Office Building, Room 312
Independence Avenue and 1st Street, SE
Washington, DC 20515-4322

Dear Representative Olson,
As both your constituent and as one of more than one million members of the National Association of REALTORS, I remain steadfast in my belief that economic recovery depends in large measure on recovery in the housing market. That recovery is by no means complete and, in fact, the market is still quite weak.

I understand that throughout … (2 comments)

Texas Legislative Liaison Update- March 25, 2011 - 03/25/11 06:53 PM

Quick hits
• Contact your local association to register for the 2011 Texas REALTORS® Hill Visits on April 12
• The Texas Association of REALTORS® is tracking 2,463 bills this session—over 40 percent of the bills that have been filed.
• Download the Texas Association of REALTORS® legislative priorities handbook
• View previous editions of the Legislative Liaison

DTPA set for hearing
SB 1353, the bill that would exempt real estate brokerage from liability under the Deceptive Trade Practices Act, is set for hearing in the Senate Business and Commerce Committee next Wednesday.
 
The committee is chaired by … (2 comments)

TRLP Class in Galveston TX - 03/25/11 03:02 PM
Today I am presenting at the 2011 TRLP, Texas Realtor Leadership Program. I believe this is one of the best educational experiences available to Texas Realtors.  Today’s class is about team building and the tools that HAR offers to it’s agents.  We are also teach about blogs, social media and the tools needed to be successful as a realtor.

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Whether you're interested in buying your first home, your next home, or just want to know more about home-ownership in general, I encourage you to check out a couple of great online resources: http://www.texasrealestate.com/ or http://www.har.com/. And for all of … (1 comments)

Who Needs A Realtor? I can Sell My Own Home! - 03/23/11 05:04 PM
Who Needs A Realtor? I can Sell My Own Home!
 
It appears that, at least for a period of time, you and I may be in the same business, finding the perfect qualified buyer and selling a beautiful home.
I have had the privilege of working with many sellers just like you—and many of those have been individuals and families that chose to sell their home without the services of a professional.
During this time, I've gained a tremendous insight into the process of selling real estate.Now, I'd like to share some of this knowledge with you to assist you … (0 comments)

Texas Realtors Applaud Lawmakers for Efforts to Eliminate Private Transfer Fees - 03/23/11 10:11 AM
AUSTIN, Texas, March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Texas Association of Realtors (TAR) today acknowledged leaders throughout the Texas Capitol for advancing a measure that would protect homeowners from hidden fees when buying and selling a home.
                                                    
The legislation, included within House Bill 8 and Senate Bill 1459, would prohibit private transfer fees on real estate.  These fees require a buyer to pay a percentage of the sales price of the home to a private entity each time the property is sold for a designated period of time, … (3 comments)

Is the AT&T - T-Mobile Deal a Good Deal for T-Mobile Customers? - 03/22/11 09:02 AM
 
Is the AT&T - T-Mobile deal a good deal for T-Mobile customers? I say NO.  Just look at the data plans for a start... T-Mobile is only $30.00 a month for 4G unlimited data which includes the “HOTSPOT”  AT&T same plan cost $45 per month (this gives you 4GB in total, combining both your smartphone data plan for $25 and the tethering feature, $20). And from what I understand, this is NOT an unlimited plan.  I say it will raise every T-Mobile customers bill and they will be going from GREAT customer service to a non existent customer service. I … (3 comments)

Pearland Texas: Road Closure Notice - 03/21/11 11:23 AM
Pearland Texas: Road Closure Notice.
 
ONE LANE ROAD CLOSURE – TxDOT SH35 Widening Project:  
North bound SH 35 – Knapp Road to Beltway 8
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
 
The following traffic advisory is for the TxDOT State Highway 35 (SH 35) Road Widening Project.  From 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM Wednesday, March 16, 2011, AT&T is scheduled to close one north bound lane of SH35 from Knapp Road to Beltway 8. AT&T is continuing their utility adjustments on the east side of SH 35.  

Businesses near this closure will remain … (1 comments)

AT&T Cracks Down on Unauthorized iPhone Tethering - 03/21/11 09:28 AM
Have you Jailbroken your iPhone and using it for a HOT-SPOT? If so, AT&T has just send out a mass email to it’s customer base about this. It seems AT&T wants more of your money and have found a way to get every penny they can from you.
Here, part of the e-mail that AT&T has sent out to jailbreakers, which says, basically, "sign up for our $540/year tethering plan or we'll sign you up for it ourselves:"
 
We've noticed your service plan may need updating.
Many AT&T customers use their smartphones as a broadband connection for other devices, … (8 comments)

A Call for Global Outreach - 03/18/11 12:53 PM

Dear Keller Williams Family and fellow Realtors
 
Like all of you, we have been watching and reading about the overwhelming devastation in Japan after last weeks’ earthquake and tsunami.
 
Our thoughts and prayers are now with the people of this country, whose communities have been ravaged by the horrific disaster.  We hold particularly close to our hearts those among us with family and friends who were directly affected.
 
Many organizations are making vital contributions to the rescue efforts. We share your concern that our donations are directed to organizations that are on the ground and in a … (0 comments)

REMINDER: 2011 Port Mansfield Beach Clean Up - Mar 26 - 03/17/11 05:34 PM
 
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Remember, Danny Frank is a local Pearland, TX Real Estate expert! You can see my entire blog at:  http://www.pearlandrealtyblog.com
 

 
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HOUSTON HOME SALES TAPER SLIGHTLY IN FEBRUARY - 03/16/11 11:25 AM
HOUSTON HOME SALES TAPER SLIGHTLY IN FEBRUARY AFTER AN ENTHUSIASTIC LAUNCH TO THE NEW YEAR
Strong sales among luxury homes push prices to February highs
   
HOUSTON — (March 15, 2011) — February marked a slight slowdown in the Houston real estate market following a galloping start to the new year in January when home sales rose for the first time in seven months. Despite last month's decline in sales volume, average and median home prices rose to the highest levels ever recorded for a February in Houston.
   
February sales of single-family homes dipped 2.2 percent versus one … (0 comments)

Costa and Kenny Chesney Partner for Conservation - CCA Texas - 03/16/11 08:45 AM

Kenny Chesney Designs Limited Edition
Costa Sunglasses to Benefit
Coastal Conservation Association
Kenny’s Costas to be Sold Online, at “Goin’ Coastal” Concerts
Music superstar Kenny Chesney announced today he has partnered with Costa to design his

first line of signature sunglasses.  Proceeds generated from the sale of the Kenny Chesney Limited Edition Costas will benefit ocean conservation group Coastal Conservation Association (CCA), a shared cause for both Chesney and Costa.
The Kenny Chesney Limited Edition Costas go on sale online at www.costadelmar.com beginning March 17.  The sunglasses will also be sold at each stop of Chesney’s “Goin’ Coastal” … (1 comments)

City of Pearland TX CITY COUNCIL AMENDED AGENDA 3/14/2011 - 03/14/11 05:19 PM
Page 1 of 3 – 3/14/2011


AMENDED AGENDA

Added New Business No. 3  
AGENDA – REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, MARCH 14, 2011, AT 7:30
P.M.,  IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE,
PEARLAND, TEXAS.

I.  CALL TO ORDER

II.  INVOCATION AND THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

III.  MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT  

1.  Events attended and upcoming events.

IV.  COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS

1.   Events attended and upcoming events.

V.  CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

1.   Events attended and … (0 comments)

MARCH - 2011 Newsletter by Danny Frank - 03/14/11 04:39 PM
MARCH - 2011 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, … (0 comments)

What is your favorite iPad or Android App? - 03/12/11 01:05 PM
What is your favorite iPad or Android App?
One of the things I love about this platform is how people share things they do and use.  I use the T-Mobile HTC MyTouch 4g Android as my phone and the iPad as my CPU when out and about.
I would like to start a blog that is ongoing and helps EVERYONE find the best apps and the ones to stay away from.  Both for real estate and just everyday apps. Talk about the ones you use everyday; from games to maps to things that help you in your business. Then tell me … (8 comments)

Spread the Word - 03/11/11 11:29 AM
                        
 
We asked you last month to spread the word to your fellow Texas REALTORS® about the importance of investing in TREPAC, and we need your help again.
 
Now's the time to act
Take one minute—make two mouse clicks—and share the urgency of TREPAC's mission with your fellow Texas REALTORS® on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, e-mail, or in person. Visit the Spread the Word page, click on a link at the bottom of the page, and you're done.
 
Don't wait till it's too late. Spread the word now.
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Whether you're interested in … (1 comments)

Texas REALTOR® LOBBY DAY on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 - 03/09/11 11:50 PM
 
REALTOR® LOBBY DAY on Tuesday, April 12, 2011
SIGN-UP DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 29, 2011
Your HAR Governmental Affairs Department invites you to join your fellow Texas REALTORS® to attend a very important event,
Texas REALTOR® Lobby Day, in Austin on Tuesday, April 12, 2011.
It will be a fun and informative day in Austin as you network with fellow REALTORS® and meet with your state lawmakers to discuss matters of concern to the real estate industry, such as:
Appraisal Reform * Eminent Domain * HOAs * Realtor Transfer Fee * Sales tax on professional services It is … (1 comments)

Make the Move - Join My Team and Grow your Business - 03/09/11 06:59 AM
 
This is some of the reasons you need to join me at Kellee Williams Realty.  Call me to join my team and join the best real estate compny ever...
 
Keller Williams Realty Climbs to Second-Largest Real Estate Franchise in United States
Goals set for worldwide expansion to add 75,000 international associates

AUSTIN, TEXAS (March 8, 2011)—Keller Williams® Realty Inc., announced today that it is now the second-largest real estate franchise in the United States based on the total number of sales professionals, surpassing Century 21, according to research conducted by REAL Trends, a leading source of analysis and … (2 comments)

Daylight Savings Time - Is It a Waist of Time & Money? - 03/08/11 09:57 AM
Tell me again why we do “Daylight Savings Time”. Really don’t understand... Everything I read shows it does not save any energy. Even Wikipedia tells us “Several studies have suggested that DST increases motor fuel consumption.[7] The 2008 DOE report found no significant increase in motor gasoline consumption due to the 2007 U.S. extension of DST.[50]”.
So why do we still do this? I have looked at over 20 sites on the web and looked at many studies and ALL of them say the same thing. That is does not save anything and it possibly uses more energy than not … (3 comments)

HOUSTON'S FIRST INCREASE IN HOME SALES IN SEVEN MONTHS - 03/07/11 06:24 PM
THE NEW YEAR USHERS IN HOUSTON'S FIRST INCREASE IN HOME SALES IN SEVEN MONTHS
All housing segments see gains in January; average price appreciates furtherHOUSTON — (February 15, 2011) — Despite the bone-chilling winter weather, Houston's housing market heated up in January, recording the first increase in property sales since June 2010. Pricing also heated up in the first month of the new year, with the average price of single-family homes reaching the highest level ever for a January in Houston.January sales of single-family homes throughout the Houston market rose 7.5 percent when compared to January 2010, according to the latest … (0 comments)

Pearland Texas Real Estate Market Trends Feb 2011 - 03/07/11 02:03 PM
Pearland Texas Real Estate Market TrendsIt is that time of the month to look back to see how the real estate market in Pearland TX did compared to the history and to look where it might be headed.In this story, I will be looking at the 2 zip code of Pearland, 77584 and 77581. For the most part, Pearland is following the history of what it has always done.Sales Absorption
First, let’s look at the market dynamics of something called sales absorption. This shows the trends of how the market is doing and where it might go.  Looking at February 2011, … (0 comments)

FEBRUARY - 2011 Housing Trends eNewsletter - 03/05/11 11:25 AM

FEBRUARY-2011 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 neighborhood information … (0 comments)

Cash Rebates on New Home Sales - Get Yours Today - 03/04/11 03:51 PM
Buy a New Home In Texas & get a CASH Rebate Paid To You at Closing  
**Be sure list me, Danny Frank with Keller Williams Realty, as your Realtor® at your very first visit with the builder, or we will not be able to claim our commission, which means we cannot offer you a rebate!**
http://www.danfrankrealty.com/New_Homes_-_Rebates/page_1867351.html
 


Hire me, Danny Frank, to represent you and you may qualify for up to a 2% Cash Rebate on any NEW HOME

 
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Whether you're interested in buying your first home, your next home, or just want to know more about home-ownership in general, … (1 comments)

The J.D. Roberson Benefit - 03/04/11 03:20 PM
 
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Whether you're interested in buying your first home, your next home, or just want to know more about home-ownership in general, I encourage you to check out a couple of great online resources: http://www.texasrealestate.com/ or http://www.har.com/. And for all of your Pearland, TX and Northern Brazoria and Galveston County real estate needs, please visit my site at: http://www.danfrankrealty.com. All of these sites offer tons of useful, real estate-related information geared specifically for Texans.
Remember, Danny Frank is a local Pearland, TX Real Estate expert! You can see my entire blog at:  http://www.pearlandrealtyblog.com
 

 
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CCA habitat Program Targets Texas Mid-coast - 03/04/11 02:43 PM

News Release
 Coastal Conservation Association
    6919 Portwest, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77024
Email: twvenker@joincca.org     Website: www.joincca.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 3, 2011                                CONTACT: Ted Venker, 1-800-201-FISH
 
CCA habitat program targets Texas mid-coast
 
Latest reefing effort brings partners together to create near-shore reef fish habitat

Coastal Conservation Association has announced plans for a $100,000 reef project off the Texas mid-coast, funded by CCA Texas, CCA National’s Building Conservation Habitat Program, Shimano and in partnership with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Artificial Reef Program. This latest step in CCA’s reefing program will bring valuable … (0 comments)

Horror Story of a Short Sale - 03/02/11 02:24 PM
Below is a horror real story of a short sale and foreclosure of a house in Pearland of which I was the listing agent.  The following is a copy of an email from the Home Owner in which I have changed the names of the bank and the Home Owner. This is why I think our banking industry is in such a mess... They don’t know which way is up or down...I called “The Bank” to ask if the dispute filed by my Real Estate Agent had been accepted. I was informed by the “The Bank” agent that the house had … (3 comments)

Let's Take the Cotton Out of Our Ears and Put in Our Mouths - 03/01/11 06:42 PM
One of the things I like the most about Active Rain is the diversity and the way you can learn from others in our field. I love to see blogs that have competing ideas, it just kind of makes me sit back and think about what is right and what is wrong.  After all, I have only been in the real estate industry for a little over 6 years. It makes me look at someone else’s opinion and weigh it’s merits and and it’s fault’s and then choose a side or maybe even offer a totally different idea.  Today I made … (3 comments)

Moving to Texas? Things to Know When You Do - 03/01/11 05:01 PM
As a new Texas resident, you have 30 days to register your vehicle and get your Texas driver's license. Before you register your vehicle, though, it must pass the state inspection process. In order, here are the three steps to follow:1. Take your vehicle to a state inspection station. You can find a list of what types of inspections are required in your county and an inspections-station locator at the Department of Public Safety Web site. When you go, make sure you take your current driver's license and proof of insurance. If your insurance policy wasn't issued in Texas, you may … (0 comments)

Texas Realtors - Save on electricity – help your clients save, too - 03/01/11 10:56 AM
Energy Plus, now offers an electricity member benefit program for Texas Association of REALTORS® members (businesses, residences, staff, as well as your clients and customers). The Energy Plus program is risk-free: no switching fees, no fixed term, and no penalty for leaving. Plus you'll get a highly competitive variable rate. When you partner with Energy Plus as your electric supplier, you'll earn cash back for your everyday electricity use while still receiving the same reliable service from your local utility company. (Not available in Austin or San Antonio.)
Bonus time! Earn cash back – 3% every year on the supply portion … (0 comments)

TEXAS HOME SALES & MEDIAN PRICES are UP - 03/01/11 08:43 AM
COLLEGE STATION (Real Estate Center) – Some 10,628 existing single-family homes were sold in Texas last month, according to the most recent Multiple Listing Services (MLS) data compiled by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University. That's a 2 percent increase over a year ago.
The median price was also up 2 percent from January 2010, at $139,100. There was a 7.3-month inventory.January 2011 MLS data for many Texas cities (current as of today) are available on the Center's website. Here is a sampling:
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Whether you're interested in buying your first home, your next home, or just want to … (2 comments)

 
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