kristin moran: How's the weather in San Antonio, Texas? - 11/11/11 10:14 AM
How's the weather in San Antonio, Texas?
I get this question quite frequently.  I understand it because I am always thinking of how other states weather compares to ours. Do they have snow yet? Is there ice on the ground? How can they stand to drive in that stuff, etc.
We have very finicky weather.  It's been cold in the morning and by afternoon you are peeling layers off. It takes some getting used to but it's bearable.  I alway's make sure I have a jacket in my car along with a change of shoes.  You just never know!
I definitely prefer living in … (4 comments)

kristin moran: What I learned in Real Estate this week......... - 11/04/11 04:36 PM
What I learned in Real Estate this week.............
 
I seem to bring this up every once and awhile.  It's like a reminder of what I did that week, how things turned out, what made me laugh & even sometimes, what made me cry!
 
I felt it was that time again, so, here we go!
It's hard to tell what the weather is going to do in San Antonio.  Dress for winter in the AM, by the afternoon you are peeling your layers & looking for your open toed shoes. If a buyer say's they have cash & don't need … (3 comments)

kristin moran: San Antonio Market Report ~ Average sales price October 2011 vs. October 2010 - 11/01/11 03:32 PM
San Antonio Market Report ~ Average sales price October 2011 vs. October 2010
Whenever conversations turn to Real Estate someone alway's brings up the average sales price of homes. Have you noticed that? Or, could it just be me due to my profession?
I always hear:  "What's the average sales price in San Antonio?" and "How does it compare to last year's average sale's price?"
Excellent questions! Real Estate is no different than other products, it has the same ebb and flow fueled by our good friend supply and demand.  Think it will change?  I doubt it!
Here is a comparison between October … (3 comments)

kristin moran: Days on Market Report for the San Antonio, Texas area (October, 2011) - 11/01/11 12:42 PM
Days on Market Report for the San Antonio, Texas area (October, 2011)
A common question I receive frequently is "How long are home's staying on the market?".  The answer truly depends on the price point of the home, the time of year as well as other variables.
Day's on Market (DOM) can be affected by many things, in San Antonio, Texas (Bexar County) some home's continue to have a very short time on the market if they look great and are priced right.   
Let's look at it one month at a time. For visual folks, I created a chart that help's put it into … (1 comments)

kristin moran: What I learned in Real Estate this week........... - 08/12/11 04:26 PM
I haven't done one of these types of posts in awhile.  Can't even remember what edition this is, pfft, who cares, here we go......
Buyers showed up with a pre-approval letter and a quoted interest rate of 3.78% HOLY COW, that's awesome! Listing agents will tell you way too much sometimes, all you have to do is ask! People who seem hesitant of you in the beginning grow to like you & will eventually greet you with a hug & a smile. Not all agent's look like the picture on their business card. If you are racing to eat your chicken … (8 comments)

kristin moran: New Braunfels High School Football Schedule ~ 2011 - 08/12/11 01:37 PM
New Braunfels High School Football Schedule ~ 2011
What's the absolute best part of going back to school?  The kids are out of your hair? The house is quiet? Your wallet seems fatter because you aren't paying for "summer activities" anymore?
Wrong, Wrong and WRONG! The answer is......FOOTBALL!
High School football to be more exact....and nobody does High School Football like the New Braunfels Unicorns!
They've got quite a line-up this year, some awesome players who have been hitting it hard to get in preparation for their FIRST GAME! Which is, right around the corner folks!
If you are interested in … (3 comments)

kristin moran: Just Listed! 3908 Pecan Ct ~ Cibolo, Texas ~ Scenic Hills (55+ Community) - 02/23/11 03:20 PM
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kristin moran: ANOTHER ActiveRain success story in San Antonio, Texas - 06/28/10 03:38 PM
It happened again!  I received another referral from another ActiveRain member & closed last week!! 
That makes two in one month! Thank you to an agent I know who realized that I work short sales, trusting me with her client's needs with one & referring them to me.  It was a very long 6 month road but the home sold, Bank of America cooperated with the short sale & we closed! The new buyer's are happy, the seller's are happy, the buyer's lender is happy (Hi Melissa!) the listing agent (me!) is happy, the buyer's agent is happy, the referring agent is … (41 comments)

kristin moran: Foreclosure Vs. Short Sale ~ What happens to your credit in San Antonio, Texas - 06/16/10 01:08 PM

Foreclosure Vs. Short Sale ~ What happens to your credit in San Antonio, Texas
I originally wrote this post in March of 2009 & found it relevant today so I thought I would bring it back to life!
Homeowners looking to stop foreclosure have opportunities.  One of these opportunities is a short sale.  One of the primary reasons to explore a short sale is to save your credit.  In most cases if this is possible, it is something one certainly should pursue.  Let's look at the facts:
Credit History-
Foreclosure:  Stays on your credit report for 10 years or more & remains a part of public … (2 comments)

kristin moran: ActiveRain success story - From blogging straight to the BANK! - 06/14/10 08:54 PM
About a month ago I received a call from my (now) favorite Houston Real Estate agent, Greg Nino, having only met him online on ActiveRain.com through reading his blogs & commenting I was excited when he said to me.....
"I just sold my clients home in Houston, they are moving to San Antonio & want to buy a new one, can you help them?" 
Well, we all know how I answered his question right?  I said "Heck, yea!" because I was happy to help his client's, appreciated the referral & well, that's how we talk in Texas. 
So, that was a month ago, FAST … (12 comments)

kristin moran: Just Listed! 8202 Stagwood Hill ~ San Antonio, Texas ~ Bridgewood Subdivision - 05/20/10 02:46 PM
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kristin moran: Santa Maria At Alamo Ranch ~ San Antonio, Texas ~ TriStone Homes - 03/27/10 05:18 PM
Santa Maria At Alamo Ranch ~ San Antonio, Texas ~ TriStone Homes
Affordable, professionally built homes is what you will find in the quaint community of Santa Maria At Alamo Ranch, featuring exceptional architectural designs with an impressive list of included features you can't go wrong with.  Just outside 1604 at Hwy 151, there's a bundle of new shops around the area, restaurants galore & let's not forget minutes from Sea World as well as Lackland AFB. 
Santa Maria At Alamo Ranch is a TriStone Home community within the NSISD shool district and with it's elementary & middle schools within walking distance in the neighborhood!
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kristin moran: Just listed ~ 4327 Griffin Park, 1563 Sq ft for $129K ~ Westover Elms ~ San Antonio, Texas - 03/22/10 01:08 PM
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kristin moran: Just listed ~ 144 Kipper ~ Falcon Ridge ~ $235,000 4/3 ~ Corner Lot! ~ - 03/09/10 07:07 PM
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kristin moran: I've said it before, you know i'm gonna say it again....choosing a lender in San Antonio, Texas - 02/01/10 11:20 PM
I've said it before, you know i'm gonna say it again....choosing a lender in San Antonio, Texas
I had the unfortunate experience today of getting yelled at by a buyer who chose their own lender.  I'm not proud of it, i'm by no means happy BUT, I can honestly say, I didn't do anything wrong...
I'm not saying you have to use the lender I refer to you by any means, but PLEASE do not yell at me when your lender fails you.  I will honestly say to you "I'm sorry!"  Do you expect more?  Why?
I work with lenders everyday.  I … (8 comments)

kristin moran: Just listed ~ 14510 Sacred ~ Rose Meadows ~ $165,000 4/3 ~ SHORT SALE! ~ - 01/29/10 07:09 PM
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kristin moran: What I learned in Real Estate this week..... - 01/29/10 01:08 PM
Each week in Real Estate brings something new.  Learning something new helps me keep on top of what's going on in my profession & helps me learn from my experiences. 
So, what did I learn this week in Real Estate?  Quite a few things I feel like sharing!
There are lenders out there that don't work on commission & don't have a sense of urgency when it comes to processing your loan. Working with family to purchase a home can be challenging but it keeps you on your toes & let's you get to know your family members better! If you approach a task head on … (7 comments)

kristin moran: A LIVE testimonial from a new home buyer! ~ San Antonio Real Estate ~ Arlene Kimble - 10/26/09 08:01 PM
A LIVE testimonial from a new home buyer! ~ San Antonio Real Estate ~ Arlene Kimble
I'm completely addicted to live testimonials now.  I think they provide viewers with so much more than something in writing. 
It's candid, it's live, it's fun!  Agree?  Live testimonials aren't ALWAYS a piece of cake though...In order to get a live testimonial, you have to be prepared!  You MUST:
#1.  Have a closing that your clients can attest to! 
#1.  Remember your video camera!
#2.  Remember to ask for the live testimonial (sometimes the toughest if you forget!!)
#3.  Get them to agree to do it!!!
Without further … (15 comments)

kristin moran: A LIVE testimonial from a new home buyer! ~ San Antonio Real Estate - 09/30/09 07:26 PM
A LIVE testimonial from a new home buyer! ~ San Antonio Real Estate
This is the second home Royce has purchased from me.  He knows what he likes & makes quick decisions.  He knows a good deal when he sees one & doesn't let them get away from him! 
Royce is a civilian contractor in Afganistan working a couple of months out of the year there then comes back. Recently while in Afganistan Royce contacted me saying "I found a home that I love!", I showed it to his dad who reported back to him, we wrote up an offer the next … (7 comments)

kristin moran: Schertz, Texas Hotel ~ The Fairfield Inn & Suites - 09/17/09 05:40 PM
Schertz, Texas Hotel ~ The Fairfield Inn & Suites
Coming to San Antonio?  Need a place to stay on the North East side?  Look no further than the The Fairfield Inn & Suites in Schertz, Texas at the corner of 3009 & 35.

If you want spacious rooms with remote-controlled Cable TV, all the amenities of home (& some you don't even have at home!) including a business library, heated pool & whirlpool, complimentary breakfast and 24 hour fax and copy service, look no further than The Fairfield Inn & Suites. 
Close to everything San Antonio, Texas has to offer, … (2 comments)

 
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