Who here has a Twitter account? - 09/29/09 11:22 AM
Who here has a Twitter account?  How often do you check who is following you?  You might be surprised and a bit disgusted to see some of the folks who latch on to you.  I don't know if it is a computer driving this or an individual, but once a week I find a rather- "shady account" following me.  My note to you, check your Twitter followers from time to time and you may have to remove a few.
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Frisco Cares Golf Classic - 09/29/09 11:20 AM
Frisco Cares Golf Classic, October 8th. Frisco Cares Children's Clinic was created in 2005 to address the growing healthcare needs of uninsured children in Frisco and surrounding communities. Frisco Cares is a low-cost health clinic for uninsured children, 18 and younger, living in or attending school in Frisco, Celina, Prosper, or Little Elm.
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Home Upgrades - 09/29/09 11:19 AM
Julie and I have a home that has hit the 10-year mark. As many of you know, for whatever reason, homes begin to have issues and start to look a bit dated around that time. A few weeks back I solicited feedback from local realtors around what updates provide the most impact for resale purposes. While many of the changes we'd be looking to make wouldn't be done solely for resale, we always like to consider what would give us the best return as one never knows what may happen in the future.  Brian White of Coldwell Banker says, "Most people are … (2 comments)

This is getting ridiculous. - 09/29/09 11:17 AM
This is getting ridiculous.  In the past 2 weeks, two of the appraisals we received back for loan transactions we are working on fell short of the estimated value.  Please read about what this HVCC law has done to the loan process and consider signing the petition on that site.  Your home value might be next.
Hope next week goes better with this system.  Just having the hardest time with this new law- are you also?
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The below article I wrote and wanted to share with you: - 09/29/09 11:16 AM
The city of Frisco has been following a Hike & Bike Master Plan that was developed in 2002. In 2007, the Frisco Cycling Club (FCC) heard that the Master Plan was being amended and that there was a possibility that designated roadways might be eliminated.  This was a major concern for members of the Frisco Cycling Club.
While researching the Master Plan, members of the Frisco Cycling Club found that the bike lanes provided in the plan were not cohesive or destination oriented. They did not allow for the establishment of logical bike routes of 5 mile, 10 mile etc. throughout … (0 comments)

Here is my buddy Ned Overend - 09/26/09 11:07 AM
Here is my buddy Ned Overend (and Weekly Reader) after he took 4th place in the Single Speed World Championships held in Durango, CO last week.  1000 folks from around the World raced in this crazy event.  Still find it odd all the strange get up's these riders will wear.  Ned stands with Jackie Phelan (on left), an icon in the sport of mountain biking.Here is my buddy Ned Overend (and Weekly Reader) after he took 4th place in the Single Speed World Championships held in Durango, CO last week.  1000 folks from around the World raced in this crazy event.  … (1 comments)

Where Do I Sign? - 09/15/09 02:57 PM
I am a member of a trade group called National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB).  It is an association, like every industry has, that helps to keep the playing field correct and competitive in this market, at least that is my explanation for them.  Recently, laws changed on how appraisals can be ordered for residential home loans.  Something called the Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC) was introduced a bit ago- just a horrible idea and plan.  And it is costing homeowners Billions.  This link takes you to a page that has more detail and a petition provided by the NAMB, … (1 comments)

Who was this Paul Harris Guy? - 09/15/09 02:52 PM
How about the founder of Rotary in Chicago, IL on February 23, 1905.      Mr. Harris was a young attorney, new to the area and anxious to connect and become more involved with the community. He, along with three other men, founded the Rotary Club of Chicago in 1905. The first meetings of the new group rotated between the offices of the four founders - thus the name Rotary and the wheel logo. When the membership grew too large for their offices, the meetings moved to a restaurant, very much like Randy's Steakhouse where my Frisco Sunrise Club meets at today. The organization … (1 comments)

You Made My Day! - 09/15/09 02:46 PM
2 weeks ago I shared that I was joining some friends and set to participate in the Austin bicycle ride that is promoted by Lance Armstrong's Foundation.  I have made my goal for sponsorship and wanted to thank you all who participated and took the time to donate.  Thanks so much!
Sure- you can add to it but maybe enter the ride for yourselve!  Love to see more bike riders in the world
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Wish 100 Bike Rally - 09/12/09 09:08 PM
Notes from an e-mail for an event around the corner:  Wish 100 Bike Rally to be held in Plano, Texas on Saturday, October 3rd, I would like to invite you and the other members of the Frisco Cycling Club to be a part of history by participating in this inaugural rally benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas.  The mission of the Make-A-Wish Foundation is to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.  Wish 100 is planned to be a fun day of exercise, good food, and camaraderie for … (1 comments)

Speaking of Homes - 09/01/09 11:25 AM
Over the next few Weeks I want to chat a bit about what you should or should not do to your home.  With Julie and I watching a fair amount of TV while feeding the twins- we find ourselves on the design channels mostly.  One theme we see on the shows that help you sell is that after the stager helps get the home ready for the market- the sellers want to stay.  The experts all agree that most homeowners during uncertain economic times will choose to stay in their home and remodel vs selling.  So what projects should you do … (3 comments)

House for sale - 09/01/09 11:23 AM
In 2003 I was able to handle the mortgage financing for my sister and brother in law as they bought a larger home in Dallas so they could have more room for the boys.  This place is awesome and only a few blocks away from Richardson Bike Mart's Coit store location.  But with their boys off to and out of collage, time for these empty nesters to downsize.  Wait till you see the back yard and the study- just a great house and well off the main streets but so close to every thing.  Now, when they sell I wonder if … (0 comments)

I did it again - 09/01/09 11:22 AM
I took on more than I should and need a bit of help.  Many of you know that Julie and I meet at the 1st Lance Armstrong event called Ride for the Roses down in Austin TX.  So, when my buddy asked me to join him this year to ride it- I quickly said yes.  Then remembered that I now have 4 kids and planning a weekend away on my own could be a tough sell but Julie was all for it.  Hopefully you might open this link and send me $5 towards my fundraising goal.  Or, join us on the … (1 comments)

 

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