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The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Blogging Challenge Lubbock Tx Real Estate

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:55:21 -0800

Lubbock Tx Real Estate is alive and well. I am wanting to take time off for Christmas, but business seems to be escalating instead of slowing down. This is good and not good. I have to shop and prepare the family meal and bake some rum cakes for my vendors that expect them for Christmas, take 3 new listings and work with some buyers that must buy before the first of the year.

I am extremely Blessed and will slow down by Wednesday. I will take all three listings tomorrow and show the buyer houses on New Years eve. Wrote an offer today for a repeat client and did a spectacular Auction, Open House combination this past weekend and received three sealed bids.

December 2011 Challenge........Lubbock Tx Real Estate

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:12:02 -0800

Today m.ade an appointment for a new listing and a new buyer that has been pre approved. Also this weekend is my first ever furniture and home auction. I will report on that Monday if I survive!

Two of my previous buyers have made decisions on which house to buy, yay! And I have two new listings preparing for the new year. I love the activity. And to add to all of this the Lubbock market center of Keller Williams Realty is up over 36% from last year when all the other large companies are down anywhere from 5-30%.

Today was the Keller Williams Realty Christmas party and the food was delicious and the company fun! We all enjoyed a wonderful meal of ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, roll, and a yummy dessert!

After the meal we played games taken from the popular tv show 'A Minute to Win It' The first challenge was two teams pitted against each other where the first 20 on each team to catch a marshmellow without our hands........our team won, but I think we cheated...............don't tell anyone!

The final game was for two teams to dress one of their players with wrapping paper and tape.........wow what gorgeous outfits.........who gets your vote? They both had attitude and I'm thinking next year we might see one or both on the runway.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge Lubbock, Tx Real Estate

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:35:07 -0800

Today was a day of calling people back from this weekend, going to show properties to three different buyers and putting finishing touches on my buyers folder that I give to buyers. One of the properties made the cut and we will be writing an offer, the second buyer isn't ready yet and the third property was a win, but the listing agent forgot to change the lising to being under contract and all we can do is a back up offer.

Althought that buyer is disappointed we are going to keep on searching for something to buy. Tomorrow is our team meeting and previewing new properties that any of our Realtors have listed.

This should be a fast and furious week with listing appointments, finalizing our business plan, and out of town buyers.

Looking forward to this week and having fun with each and every client. considering each and everyone a Blessing!

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Lubbock Tx, 'Haboob'

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 21:08:45 -0800

If you live in Lubbock, Tx this will be a familiar site. Although I have lived here over 20 years I am not used to the sandstorms. I always wondered why in the old tv westerns the cowboys wore bandanas over their faces. Well after spending one spring in West Texas I figured out two things, don't wear lipstick in the spring and stay indoors. Now the 'Haboob' as this phenomena is called is the worst sandstorm I have ever seen it is a dramatic example but drives home the point that the early settlers of Lubock Tx were not sissies. I can't even imagine what the spring time must have been like without the benefit of concrete and buildings that we have today to block out all but the most notorious of sandstorms as shown in the pictures and you tube video attached.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge.........Lubbock TX Real Estate

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:44:57 -0800

Baby it's cold outside in Lubbock Tx. But the Lubbock Tx real estate market is heating up! People are interested in Real Estate which explains why my website www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com is bringing in over 10,000 hits per month. Granted not everyone is signing in, but those that do will get up to the minute listings directly from the Multiple Listing Service as they are put in by any agent in Lubbock, TX.

The website is one of many tools necessary to do business in the Real Estate market of today. According to the National Association of Realtors at least 90% of people start their home search online. It is not only important to have an online presence but to be able to give the client up to the minute information so they will come back for the most current and pertinent information available in their local market.

Signs are also another important aspect and sometimes the first impression of yourself and your company. Since I work for an agentcentric company I am able to have a sign that brands me first and calls come directly to my personal office line. Monte Pratt with Jack Pratt signs created my signs several years ago and they are not only a source of pride but another source of branding my real estate business.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Auction Listing.......Taking Sealed Bids in Lubbock Tx Real Estate

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:28:53 -0800

Next Saturday and Sunday, December 17th and 18th; I am holding an open house and auction at my listing at 4720 22nd St in Lubbock, TX.

A company based in Houston, Tx is totally decorating my listing with expensive art, rugs, and furniture and promoting my listing to over 20,000 people that are in the income level that can afford this beautiful home.

They not only send out 20,000 brochures/invitations to the 2 day event, but they are also taking sealed bids for the sale of this home.

They make their money by selling the furniture and decorations they bring to the house and do not interfere with my sales process of this home.

I am interested if anyone else has done this before and what your thoughts are regarding this process.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge, Saturday is a Fun Day

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:16:54 -0800

Lubbock Tx Real Estate is a fun place to be! Today I showed one of my clients homes to help him decide if the first home he looked at earlier in the week was the one he wanted to choose. He brought his uncle along with him to help him decide on which property might be the best fit for his lifestyle. His uncle agreed with his choice and we are working on preparing an offer!

I typically enjoy my clients and today was no exception! Time passed very quickly listening to stories of their family and their farming backgrounds and life in the South Plains. I was reminded that the most enjoyable people are the people that can share their life stories, they enrich my life in so many ways!

This reminds me why I love working with people on their journey to better living!

As Brian Buffini says 'Life is Good'

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge Lubbock Tx Real Estate

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:59:27 -0800

Today was a busy day. My assistant is out during her week of school finals. She is very excited that she only has one more semester to become a graduate!

I closed this morning with Michael and Kami and they are the proud new owners of a beautiful home in Woodland Park, a lovely established neighborhood in Lubbock Tx.

Casey found a house that he wants to make an offer on tomorrow. I appreciate his patience and loyalty in finding just the right house he needs to make an offer on and I know with him there will be lots of fun from start to finish!

Chris and I are also going out tomorrow to make sure the house he selected yesterday is indeed the one he wants to purchase. We are going to look at 3 others that also have the criteria he is looking for. It is good to make the right decision.

A good week and happy that I have been able to help some wonderful clients realize their dream!

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge,Market Statistics Lubbock TX Real Estate November 2011

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:27:16 -0800

There are currently 1634 properties listed in the Multiple Listing Service in Lubbock Tx Real Estate. The properties range in value from $9,475 to $1,749,000. Something for every budget. If you have been sitting on the fence, now is the time to buy while interest rates are under 5%!

This morning some of my lucky buyers purchased a home and closed on it with 4% interest! 30 years without any prepayment penalty!

The Lubbock Tx Real Estate Market statistics closing out in November 2011 shows inventory has dropped by about 120 properties and market times have increased from an average of 4-6 months to an average on houses priced between $50,000 to $150,000 to 8-13 months. Homes priced above $150,000 market times remained relatively unchanged.

To make sense of this market whether buying or selling call the Lubbock Tx Real Estate experts, The Diamond Group at 806-771-HOME(4663) or visit our interactive website at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com!

Price Range	# of Active Listings	Number of Pending Contracts	Monthly Expireds and WD	Months Supply of Inventory	Monthly Solds	Number of Solds YTD	Average Sold Price YTD	% Change in Volume from 2010	Average Days on Market
Under 29,999	23	10	25	3.3	7	130	$19,431	-3.36	86
30,000 – 39,999	29	5	4	4.8	6	96	$34,422	18.06	117
40,000 – 49,999	41	11	9	8.2	5	123	$45,268	40.73	106
50,000 – 59,999	78	9	20	13.0	6	96	$54,585	-13.37	66
60,000 – 69,999	95	7	17	10.6	9	130	$64,939	-7.71	138
70,000 – 79,999	81	18	17	8.1	10	164	$75,213	-9.49	86
80,000 – 89,999	115	9	18	10.5	11	174	$84,896	-13.48	87
90,000 – 99,999	106	18	20	8.8	12	221	$94,728	3.98	60
100,000 – 119,999	210	41	36	11.1	19	374	$109,504	-14.3	113
120,000 – 139,999	152	31	28	6.6	23	303	$128,199	-10.41	81
140,000 – 159,999	108	21	12	9.0	12	221	$149,259	-0.65	89
160,000 – 179,999	97	17	15	8.8	11	168	$168,924	-1.52	118
180,000 – 199,999	91	15	18	13.0	7	123	$187,992	8.3	61
200,000 – 249,999	87	14	13	5.1	17	188	$221,252	4.32	133
250,000 – 299,999	88	14	12	8.8	10	122	$274,877	6.69	120
300,000 – 399,999	116	12	18	10.5	11	111	$342,612	7.26	132
400,000 – 499,999	59	8	11	29.5	2	43	$438,353	3.22	75
500,000 – 749,999	57	1	6	-	-	25	$586,665	32.73	-
750,000 – 999,999	15	1	3	-	-	5	$771,300	-41.95	-
1,000,000 – 1,249,999	3	0	1	-	-	0	-	-	-

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge............Lubbock, Tx Real Estate

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:20:49 -0800

Lubbock Tx Real Estate is healthy and business is brisk! I think that since July of 2011 sales in Lubbock Tx Real Estate are just getting better and better. I will be putting my November 2011 market report tomorrow to share with you on how well Real Estate is doing in Lubbock, Tx.

Interest has remained steady and under 5% which is still unbelievable to me! I hope that if you are sitting on the fence that you will call The Diamond Group and take advantage of the great prices on Lubbock, Tx Real Estate and start your journey to better living by contacting us today at 806-771-HOME(4663) or visit our interactive website for the most up to the minute listings at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com.

Remember the interest rates won't be this low forever! Call Today!

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

December 2011 Challenge....Listing Catalog.........Lubbock TX Real Estate

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 22:48:56 -0800

Below is the December 2011 Listing Catalog for Keller Williams Realty in Lubbock, Tx. Please look through these homes and select the one you are going to buy because interest rates are so low and what better way to celebrate Christmas than to buy a new home for someone on your list! Hurry while supplies and interest rates last, you won't regret it! A great time to buy, happy recipient, and a tax write off too! Lubbock Tx Real Estate is hot, get in on the action and Call The Diamond Group today and start your journey to better living. Visit us at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com or call 806-771-HOME(4663)

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The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Lubbock Connection November 2011

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:47:12 -0800

Welcome to Lubbock Texas Real Estate home of The Diamond Group! Please read and enjoy our monthly newsletter full of Real Estate information for our market and brought to you by our preferred vendors. A special thank you to our preferred vendors who support us through out the year, we are truly appreciative of your service to our clients! Western Title Company, Service Title Company, Hometrust Mortgage, SWAT Pest Control Services, Mike Berg/Farmers Insurance, and Andy's Movers! Look at our listings and please select one for your Christmas stocking today! If these don't suit your needs call The Diamond Group today and get started on your journey to better living. You can reach us at 806-771-HOME(4663) or at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com

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The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

This Month in Real Estate December 2011

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:44:06 -0800

Home sales activity is up from last year and from last month. Rates are still very good with the national average still below 4%. Get in on this because it won't last. Jay Papasan also goes over the top reasons that people move and whether it is to upgrade, downsize, or move out of town for another job, it is our responsibility to help the sellers with their motivation and as professionals to price it right. No one wants a house to sit on the market day after day after day! And who wants to help the other houses around them sell? So hire a professional that will do more than the 3 p's of Real Estate: Put a sign in the yard, Put it in MLS, and Pray that someone will sell it! Hire the best above the rest and call The Diamond Group! We add the 5th P! We Prospect daily for a buyer for your home! Call us at 806-771-HOME(4663) or contact us at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Listing Catalog Lubbock TX Oct 2011

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:26:05 -0800

This month in Real Estate in Lubbock, TX Look at all of our listings on our online catalog. Please let us know which home you would like to see and buy today! We are available to show these homes or any homes listed in the Lubbock Multiple Listing Service. No matter which company has listed the property, The Diamond Group can represent you and help you find your dream home today! Let us be your Realtor of choice on your journey to buy or sell Real Estate in Lubbock, TX. Call us today at 806-771-HOME(4663)! www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com

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The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Market Statistics Lubbock Tx October 2011

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:18:25 -0800

The market in Lubbock Tx is pretty stable until you pass into the homes above $500,000 then we have a saturation of homes on the market and few buyers.

Look these over if you are thinking of buying or selling in the Lubbock, TX real estate market. It is a great time to buy!

Currently 1695 properties listed for sale in Lubbock Multiple Listing ranging in price from:

$9,950 to $1,749,000.

Statistics for properties: October 2011:

(DOM= Days on Market)

(APR=Asking Price Received)

ACTIVE PROPERTIES: $9,950 to $150,000: 1074 properties/ average DOM= 101

SOLD: 136/average DOM=102/94.70% of APR/10 months to absorb current inventory

ACTIVE PROPERTIES: $150,001 to $300,000: 423 properties/average DOM= 103

SOLD: 59/average DOM= 113/97.45% of APR/7 months to absorb current inventory

ACTIVE PROPERTIES: $300,001 to $500,000: 109 properties/average DOM= 109

SOLD: 11/average DOM=82/97.54% of APR/9 months to absorb current inventory

ACTIVE PROPERTIES: $500,001 to $2,000,000: 89 properties/average DOM=143

SOLD: 2/average DOM=291/built in 2008=96.27% of APR and built in 2011/100% of APR/44.5 months to absorb current inventory.

For more information visit The Diamond Group at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Market Stats Lubbock TX Sept 2011

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:29:38 -0700

Below are the Market Statistics for Lubbock TX Real Estate for September 2011. Homes under $50,000 saw an increase in sales and less market time. Homes from $50,001 through $299,999 saw an increase of market time from about 3 months to an average of 6 months. Homes from $300,000 to $500,000 saw a dramatic increase in market time from 7 months average to an averge of 10 months. Homes above $500,000 stayed virtually unchanged with average market times of 15-18 months.

The amount of homes for sale also remained relatively unchanged with 1750 homes on the market. So Lubbock Tx real estate is still very strong for buyers but sellers are not in a bad position either in most price ranges.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

September 2011 Real Estate

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:22:02 -0700

The month of September in this month in Real Estate talks about preparing your home for sale and attracting buyers to your home instead of helping the competition on the market sell their home. It is cited that most people do more while they are living in their home than they do to prepare their home for sale. There is only one opportunity for a first impression and in the first two weeks of your property being listed on the market is when the most showings typically occur. Proactively calling potential buyers will help us to boost your showings, but price and condition; and of course location will determine how quickly your home sells. Listen to Jay Papasan of Keller Williams give more detail to this month in real estate.

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Lubbock, Tx Market Statistics August 2011

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:20:51 -0700

Houses priced between $49,999 to $399,000 have an average 6 month supply of inventory in the Lubbock, TX Real Estate Market.

There are 1509 homes in this category and 275 sold in August.

Houses priced between $400,000 to $699,000 have an average 11 month supply of inventory in the Lubbock, TX Real Estate Market.

There are 119 homes in this category and 12 sold in August.

Houses priced $700,000 and higher have an average of 12 months supply of inventory in the Lubbock, Tx Real Estate Market.

There are 36 homes in this category and 1 sold in August.

As a seller it is important to price your home correctly in the beginning to be one of the few homes that sells and not one of the homes that helps the competition sell.

To list your home today, call on The Diamond Group and be one of the few selling every month!

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Lubbock Tx Events Sept 2011

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:05:54 -0700

SHARKS

Jun 17 - Nov 15 2011

SHARKS will be shown at the OMNI Theater from June 17th through Fall 2011. The OMNI Theater brings SHARKS to life in grand fashion, offering a unique experience from each of its 186 stadium-style seats with images projected onto the huge, five-story tall giant domed screen and its 18,000 watt of pure digital surround sound.

Presented by Jean-Michel Cousteau, SHARKS is a breathtaking new OMNI Theater film experience that offers audiences an astonishing up-close encounter with the Lions and Tigers of the Ocean. Come face-to-face with a multitude of shark species, including the Great White, Hammerhead, and Wale Shark. Witness them as they really are: not wicked man-eating creatures, but wild, fascinating and endangered animals that have been in existence since a million years before the dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Join the expert team of ocean explorers that brought you OCEAN WONDERLAND and DOLPHINS & WALES on this unique-round-the-globe expedition documenting the life of the ultimate predator.

www.sciencespectrum.org

Science Spectrum & Omni Theater
2579 South Loop 289
(between University and Indiana Avenues)
Lubbock, TX

Taking Aim: Unforgettable Rock ’n’ Roll Photographs Selected by Graham Nash

Jun 28 - Sep 11 2011

The Buddy Holly Center presents a new exhibition, Taking Aim: Unforgettable Rock ’n’ Roll Photographs Selected by Graham Nash. This dynamic exhibition, organized by Experience Music Project/Science Fiction Museum (EMP/SFM), showcases some of the most memorable photography in the history of popular music: iconic performance shots of Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Nirvana will be displayed alongside portraits of Johnny Cash and Bo Diddley, as well as intimate shots of Elvis Presley, John Lennon and Yoko Ono.

The exhibition will be on display at the Buddy Holly Center from June 28 - September 11, 2011.

For more information, call the Buddy Holly Center at 806.775.3086 or visit the website below.

www.buddyhollycenter.org

Buddy Holly Center
1801 Crickets Avenue
Lubbock, TX

Water the Source Exhibit

Jul 1 - Sep 30 2011

Exhibit will articulate: water cycle, geological/archaeological evidence of water flow, Yellowhouse Draw, changes, impact on life, impact on land, water conservation! For more information about this event and all events during our 75th anniversary celebration, please call 806.742.1116

www.museum.ttu.edu

Lubbock Lake Landmark
2401 Landmark Drive
Lubbock, TX 79415

Buddy Holly Summer Showcase 2011 - John Sprott

September 1st 2011

The Summer Showcase experience is an entertaining and innovative environment, where patrons can enjoy original and unique Texas made music. Performances are every Thursday evening from 5:30-7:30pm in the Buddy Holly Meadows Courtyard. Concert series begins June 2nd - September 2nd.

Cash bar and beverages available to purchase. No outside beverages or food allowed. All ages welcome!

Join us Thursday, September 1st at 5:30pm with John Sprott - Rock & Roll.

www.buddyhollycenter.org

Buddy Holly Center
1801 Crickets Avenue
Lubbock, TX

Pint Night

September 1st 2011

Pint Night Thursday, September 1, All-Day! Fox and Hound 4210 82nd Street Come to the best spot in town on Thursdays. $2 Pints all night; domestics and imports available. Get there early because this place gets packed!

www.foxandhound.com

A Tribute to Prince, Aerosmith, and Journey

September 2nd 2011

Rock out with Dustin Garrett, Toby Caldwell, Ryan Garza, Jason Fellers, Amber Pennington and introducting Jaden Terry and Alyssa Beyer as they pay tribute to three of the greatest Rock artists of all time! From Funk and R&B, to Hard Rock and Blues-Rock to Jazz Fusion and Progressive Rock there’s nothing the Lubbock Texas Rhythm Machine can’t do. Don’t miss this opportunity to Rock Out this summer as the Cactus Theater salutes three of America’s most beloved Rock artists.

Tickets: $17.50
To purchase, call 806.762.3233
Showtime: 7:30pm

www.cactustheater.com

Cactus Theater
1812 Buddy Holly Avenue
Lubbock, TX 79401

First Friday Art Trail

September 2nd 2011

Get your monthly dose of art!

Join us at our regular art venues, plus a few guest galleries, on September 2 for the monthly First Friday Art Trail from 6-9pm, showcasing art and artists downtown and throughout Lubbock. Check out the locations, which are continually updated in the weeks before each FFAT, to see what there is to look forward to!

Catch a trolley or bus at many of the locations or pick up a FFAT map at any of the venues to see the art that can be found throughout our community each month during this event.

FFAT is sponsored in part by a City of Lubbock Cultural Grant as recommended by Civic Lubbock, Inc. and the Texas Commission on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, Helen Jones Foundation and The CH Foundation.

First Friday Art Trail trolleys run continuously in downtown Lubbock during FFAT hours. The trolleys are free, and you will find a trolleyteer on each trolley who is a treasure trove of information about FFAT and the arts in Lubbock and who will help you navigate FFAT with ease!

www.ffat.org

Harvest Shindig

September 2nd 2011

The Bridge of Lubbock will host its second annual Harvest Shindig fundraiser from 6-9 pm at the American Wind Power Center.�The Bridge is a ministry for kids in East Lubbock.

The Harvest Shindig is a family affair with an all you can eat barbecue buffet, photo booth, arts and crafts, checkers, a bounce house and a silent homemade pie auction. The evening will also include a performance by six-time Grammy nominated artist, Stefani Montiel

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 11 and youger.

To purchase tickets, call 806.687.0772 or visit the Bridge of Lubbock 11am to 4pm Monday through Friday.

American Wind Power Center
1701 Canyon Lake Drive
Lubbock, TX

Buddy! The Buddy Holly Story

September 2-3 2011

The Buddy Holly Story - A mainstay of the Lubbock Moonlight Musicals repertoire for the past two years... but this year it is staged at the Lubbock High School Auditorium, Buddy's high school! Conceived by Laurie Mansfield and co-written by Alan Janes and Rob Bettinson with music direction by John Banister and additional stage direction by Gerald Dolter.

Groups of 10 receive $2 off per ticket! Call select-a-Seat at 806.770.2000 or you can go to the main box office at the Civic Center to purchase tickets.

Lubbock High Auditorium
2004 19th Street

Show begins at 8pm

www.lubbockmoonlightmusicals.org

Always Patsy Cline

September 3rd 2011

"Always, Patsy Cline" is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically in a plane crash in 1963. The show is based on a true story about Cline’s (Amber Pennington) friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger (Jane Prince Jones), who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in 1961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death. The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Seger, which were consistently signed "Love Always, Patsy Cline"

Don’t miss your chance to experience Amber Pennington’s beautiful rendition of Patsy Cline and Jane Prince Jones’ uncanny comical wit of Louise in this fabulously produced production. Get your tickets now!

Tickets $17.50
To Purchase call 806.762.3233
Showtime 7:30pm

www.cactustheater.com

Cactus Theater
1812 Buddy Holly Avenue
Lubbock, TX 79401

Lubbock Walk for Lupus 2011

September 3rd 2011

’Walk for Lupus Now’ is the signature event of the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. In more than 70 cities and towns across America thousands of people walk to make a difference. It is estimated that 1.5 million Americans, and 119,000 Texans have a form of lupus.

Join us in giving hope to people affected by lupus!

Where: Buddy Holly Recreation Area -2525 N. University Ave
When: Saturday, September 3rd from 9am to 1pm
Registration begins at 9am and walk starts at 10am

For more information call 1.866.205.2369 or visit the website below.

lubbocklupuswalk2011.kintera.org

Texas Tech vs. Texas State

September 3rd 2011

Come support the kick off of the 2011 season with your Red Raiders! Cheer them on in the Jones AT&T Stadium as they battle against Texas State. This will be the start to another exciting season of Texas Tech football! For more information, visit www.texastech.com

www.texastech.com

Buddy's 75th Birthday Bash

September 7th 2011

The Buddy Holly Center is hosting an all day event celebrating Buddy's 75th Birthday!

10am-4pm Children's make and take activities
11am Screening of The Real Buddy Holly Story
1:30pm Live Feed of Buddy receiving his star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame generously provided by KCBD Newschannel 11
3pm Guided Tour of The Buddy Holly Gallery
4:30pm Birthday Bash Reception with cake and punch
5:30-8:30pm Musical performances by Jack Neal and Friends, Mike Pritchard and Mark Wallney, and Prophets of Rockabilly with J.P. McDermott

Admission to the Buddy Holly Center will be FREE from 10am-8:30pm

For more information, visit the website below or call 806.775.3566

www.buddyhollycenter.org

Buddy Holly Center
1801 Crickets Avenue
Lubbock, TX

Wednesday Night Jam

September 7th 2011

All Styles welcome including jazz, pop, rock, funk, R&B, country, blues, and folk! Singers bring charts or know your keys! Come support live music! No cover. Concessions and beer will be available; 8pm - 11pm

For details call the Cactus Theater box office at 806.762.3233

www.cactustheater.com

National Cowboy Symposium

September 8-11 2011

Join us for the 23rd Anniversary of the National Cowboy Symposium. There will be cook-offs, music and fun for everyone.
This event will be held at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
For more information, visit www.cowboy.org

A Tribute to Prince, Aerosmith, and Journey

September 9th 2011

Tickets: $17.50
To purchase, call 806.762.3233
Showtime: 7:30pm

www.cactustheater.com

Cactus Theater
1812 Buddy Holly Avenue
Lubbock, TX 79401

Always Patsy Cline

September 10th 2011

Tickets $17.50
To Purchase call 806.762.3233
Showtime 7:30pm

www.cactustheater.com

Cactus Theater
1812 Buddy Holly Avenue
Lubbock, TX 79401

Living Proof with Beth Moore

September 10th 2011

Living Proof with Beth Moore comes to United Spirit Arena. Beth will be accompanied by Travis Cottrell and the praise team musicians.
Beth Moore’s life-transforming Bible study challenges and inspires women of every age, everywhere. Joining Beth at this weekend event is acclaimed worship leader Travis Cottrell and the Praise Team.
Bring your friends and we’ll see you at Living Proof Live. This will be a fun-filled Bible study, teaching, and worship experience to enrich your mind, soul, and spirit!
Learn more and register for the event at www.lifeway.com/livingproof.
All seats are $65 general admission
United Spirit Arena, Texas Tech University

Lubbock Area Square Round Dance Federation; DANCE

September 10th 2011

Lubbock Area Square Round Dance Federation (LASRDF) DANCE is on Saturday, September 10th from 7:15pm to 10pm.
Host Club: Tuesday Rounds
Caller and Cuer: Jerry Stover, Lynn/Dionicia Myers

Location: LASRDF Building - 2305 120th Street

Request Rounds: 7:15pm
Grand March: 7:45pm

Invite friends and family to enjoy some great entertainment.
Square dance lessons for beginners will begin in the near future.
For more information contact Linda Wood, President of LASRDF, at 806.543.1750.

Ready Aim CURE

September 10th 2011

The CURE Cancer Foundation invites you to be a part of Texas Tech’s Largest Water Balloon Fight to support and fund the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center cancer research lab.

$25 ENTRY: Water Balloons, Dunk Booth, Balloon Launcher, Live Country Music: TBA, Free Food & T-Shirt, Drinks 21+

For more information and to register, visit the website below.�

Lone Star Ampitheater
602 E. 19th Street

www.ccancer.org

The Maize at At’l Do Farms

September 10th 2011

Fall is here and the Simpson family has created a new labyrinth that will challenge any maize goer! Come test your skills in the 12 acre cornfield full of twists and turns. This year’s design is a tribute to Buddy Holly. The Maize will give visitors the chance to see this startling creation and is also the perfect place to come pick your pumpkins for fall with a Hayride to Pumpkin Hollow. Addition to the maize, you will also find roasted corn, campfires, BBQ, a rock wall, Corn Cannon, Cow Train, Hayrides, concessions and tent area.

Maize Schedule:

Tuesday - Friday: 8am-3pm (Schools by reservation)
Tuesday - Thursday: 5pm - 9pm (Groups by reservation)
Friday: 5pm-9pm (General Admission)
Saturday: 10am - 9pm (General Admission)
Sunday: 2pm - 9pm (General Admission)

Closed on Mondays, but open Halloween - Monday, October, 31st from 5-9pm.

Maize Admission $8
Non-Maize Admission $4
Age 4 and under are FREE

Hayride to Pumpkin Hollow - $5 Friday-Sunday evenings (from dark to close)

For more information visit the website below. To make reservations call James and Patti Simpson at 806.763.5594 or 806.787.4241.

Directions:
From 4th and Frankford: Go 7 miles North on Frankford to FM 1294
Turn left on FM 1294 and go 3/4 of a mile.
From I-27: Take Shallowater Exit. Go 6.5 miles West on FM 1294
From Shallowater: Go 2 miles East on FM 1294

www.themaize.com

8th Annual South Plains Balloon Roundup

September 10-11 2011

Southwest Regional Hot Air Balloon Club is hosting a hot air balloon launch free to the public Saturday, September 10th and Sunday, September 11th.
10 to 15 hot air ballons will launch at sunrise. Come out early and get close to the balloons before they launch!

The event will take Place at Patterson Park in Wolfforth.
East US HWY 62/82 (Brownfield Hwy)

For more information, contact Donna Walker at walkers@nts-online.net

Apple Butter Festival

September 10-11 2011

On September 10th & 11th, Apple Country Orchards and Metropolitan Lubbock Rotary Club will host the 16th Annual Apple Butter Festival, from 10am-5pm. The festival offers a fun-filled weekend for the whole family.

The festival features activities and entertainment for all ages. Live bluegrass, country and gospel music will be offered both days. Performers include Paul Davidson, Joe Gillis, Kim Townsend and more.

Children will enjoy the petting zoo and miniature horses, lots of children’s crafts and activities and face painting. Children and adults can relax and enjoy hayrides through the apple trees, a visit with Johnny Appleseed, a Space Slide for the kids, craft booths in the orchard and lots of apple picking.

A benefit BBQ lunch with beverage will be offered all day for $5. Fresh apple turnovers and Bluebell ice cream are $2.

All these events and more will take place at Apple Country Orchards, located 4 miles east of Idalou on Highway 62/82, just 15 minutes from Lubbock. Admission is only $3 per person, and children under 6 can enter for free.

All proceeds from festival activities benefit the South Plains Food Bank Rotary Apple Orchard, Meals on Wheels, and other charities. Festival sponsors include United Supermarkets, Mayfield Paper Co, Blue Bell, River Smith, Mt Blanco Sales and Goodart Candy.

Come join the fun! For information and entertainment schedule please call 806.781.1753 or 806.892.2961.

www.applecountryorchards.com

Apple Country at Hi-Plains Orchards
12206 E. Highway 62
Idalou, TX 79329

Community Wide Family Event in Remembrance of September 11

September 11th 2011

September 11, 2011 marks the 10-year anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country. These attacks shook our country yet in the same breath illuminated the heroic sacrifice of our first responders. Trinity Church is hosting a service in the United Spirit Arena to remember those fallen during the attacks and to celebrate and honor the heroic first responders in the Lubbock Community. Additional thanks will go to our entire Medical community and all Branches of our Military personnel. This service will celebrate those men and women who go to work every day with the attitude of service and sacrifice. Join us as we honor our local first responders at 10am in the United Spirit Arena.

Also, Trinity Church will host a Community Wide Family Event to honor and bring awareness to our first responders. This event will take place on our Main Campus from 5:30-8pm. The evening will include local bands, inflatables, games, food and demonstrations from our first responders.

Trinity Church
7002 Canton Ave

United Spirit Arena
1701 Indiana Ave

For more information, please call 806.792.3363 or visit the website below.

www.trinitytoday.com

Sunday Night Jam

September 11th 2011

"The original" Sunday Night Jam will be held at Texas Cafe & Bar at 10:00pm. Admission is free. There is only one Sunday Night Jam, and it happens every Sunday at Texas Cafe. Hosted by Sean Frankhauser, Jesse Ballew, and Eric Holmes. Bring your guitar and be a star. Every week more and more acts show up, so get there early and enjoy some of the best music Lubbock has to offer. For more information, call 806.792.8544.

www.texascafeandbar.net

The Maize at At’l Do Farms

September 11th 2011

Maize Schedule:

Closed on Mondays, but open Halloween - Monday, October, 31st from 5-9pm.

Maize Admission $8
Non-Maize Admission $4
Age 4 and under are FREE

Hayride to Pumpkin Hollow - $5 Friday-Sunday evenings (from dark to close)

For more information visit the website below. To make reservations call James and Patti Simpson at 806.763.5594 or 806.787.4241.

www.themaize.com

Sprott and Ballew

September 12th 2011

John Sprott and Jesse Ballew will perform at 10:00pm at Lone Star Oyster Bar, 34th and Flint Avenue. They will be playing your favorite songs all night with great food and cheap drink specials! For more information, call 806.796.0101.

Fall Chamber Concert

September 13th 2011

Sinfonietta Orchestra

Gran Partita Mozart
Symphony No. 39 Haydn

The Lubbock Symphony Orchestra opens its season with an opportunity to experience music in an intimate way. With a small sinfonietta orchestra composed of only thirty-five musicians performing in a smaller venue than traditional symphony concerts, you will feel surrounded by the music in a personal way that only chamber concerts can promise. You’ll also be delighted by decadent hors d’oeuvres and fine wine served in an intimate gathering prior to the concert.

The concert will be held at the Legacy - 1500 14th St.
Begins at 7:30pm

For more information call 806.762.1688

www.lubbocksymphony.org

John Sprott

September 13th 2011

John Sprott Tuesday, September 13, 8:30pm to 11:30pm at Crickets Music for young & young at heart. Acoustical guitar & vocals, R & B - Rock - 70's & 80's & more, takes requests.

Cricket’s Grill & Draft House
2412 Broadway Lubbock, TX 79401

Live Music Wednesdays

September 14th 2011

Blue Light Live Wednesday, September 14, 9:00pm til 2:00am at The Blue Light on Buddy Holly Ave. Drink specials include $2 pitchers of beer, $2 Jager and $2 wells all night long! Come out and enjoy some of the best live music and get over the hump day!

Fiestas Patrias 2011

September 15-18 2011

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Market Stats Lubbock, TX Sept 2011

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:14:04 -0700

This month in Lubbock Real Estate. The top listing agency again in Lubbock Tx is Keller Williams Realty! We are 26.5% ahead of the market whereas all the other companies in town are in the negative ranging from negative 6% to a negative 44.5%. The biggest difference...............MINDSET............If you think you can and if you think you can't you are always right. So congratulations to the Keller Williams Market Center in Lubbock, TX you are indeed painting the town red. Please look through our listing catalog for September 2011 and when you find the home you are looking for call on The Diamond Group to guide you through the buying process from start to finish. If you need to list your home The Diamond Group can sell your home with superior marketing. For all your needs visit our website at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com.

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The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Lubbock Tx homes 4 Sale

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 20:50:01 -0700

If you are looking for property in the Lubbock, Tx market, now is a good time to buy. There are 1767 homes to choose from and interest rates are at an all time low and I do mean the lowest in 56 years!

Start by visiting our web site at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com. When you sign in with your own password you can save listings that interest you, set up listing alerts for the Lubbock, Tx Multiple Listing Service to alert you when just the right home comes on the market. You can connect with lenders, inspectors, pest control services, and many other Diamond Group vendors.

Also sign into our Market Insider and get informatin about schools, neighborhoods, crime rates, values, median income, home values, compare neighborhoods too.

Have you ever wanted to know what percentage of homes in a neighborhood were rentals and what percentage were owner occupied, well now visit my website and you can find out.

Come to www.lubbockhomes4sale.com

If you forget your password, the system will send it to you.

Happy House Hunting

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Affordable Homes in Lubbock, Tx

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 21:31:02 -0700

There are currently 1767 Homes available for sale in the Lubbock Tx Multiple Listing Service as of September 4, 2011. The homes are priced from a low of $8900 to a high of $2,400,000.

Between August 1 through August 31,2011 261 homes were sold and closed. This is about 15% of the inventory and with the same number being listed as sold each month, it would take many months to deplete this inventory.

The median sales price in August 2011 was $121,000. Home prices are very affordable in Lubbock, Tx and there are many properties to choose from.

Buyers take note, run to your lender now and get pre-qualified to purchase your home! Don't get left behind with houses being more affordable now than in the past 10 Years. And did I mention that interest rates have been between 3.25% to 4.25 %.

IF NOT NOW, ASK YOURSELF WHEN??????????

Start your search today at www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com and sign up for listing alerts. Don't miss that home you have been waiting for, because yiur agent didn't follow up soon enough.

If you need help to find us just call we are always at 806-771_HOME(4663)

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

Multiple Offers in Lubbock, Tx

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:20:29 -0700

I recently listed a property that was clean, priced well, and the seller's were very motivated. Now all sellers believe thy are motivated, but when a property is priced to sell and not to sit on the market day after day after day, that is the motivated buyer.

Lubbock Tx real estate is no different than other markets in that a well priced home in good condition....not a short sale....not a foreclosure can still get multiple offers. Yes we have over 1700 properties on the market and sales have dropped over 22%, but my listings are still selling and with multiple offers

Back to this darling home at 3404 Justice, (www.lubbocktxhomes4sale.com); I listed it on Friday of last week and by Saturday there were 4 offers on the house! Did I mention that it was a For Sale By Owner and they had had it on the market over 2 months for just $3000 more than I listed the property.

The offers were all very good and for more than list price, the seller told me I don't understand why they are offering more and I told him his great pricing had caused a bidding war and it ended with him getting the amount of money he wanted to get in the first place and what he told me next was so touching, tell my realtor I said 'bless her little heart'

Yes there is a method to my madness, get the buyer and the seller what they want; especially my seller or my buyer.... Bless their little hearts too!

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com

www.ringthediamonds.com

WHEN THEY START GOING UP!

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:13:46 -0700

When do I know that interest rates have hit bottom? The same time you know the market has hit bottom

WHEN THEY START GOING UP!

I got an email from a consumer the other day and they asked me to cut the hype and asked 'Are interest rates really that good' Let me put this into perspective, My dad had a ranching loan in 1956 at about 6%, 1978 interest rates were between 18-21%, and in the hot markets of the late 90's early 2000's we saw 7-9%. So what do you think of 3.25% for 15 years and 4.25% for 30! YES THEY ARE GREAT!!!

The Diamond Group of Keller Williams Realty

'A Cut Above The Rest'

4747 S. Loop 289 Suite 110

Lubbock, Texas 79424

806.771.HOME (4663)

thediamondgroup@kw.com