FIESTA Oyster Bake 2011 - FIESTA San Antonio - 03/31/11 02:10 PM
FIESTA Oyster Bake 2011 - FIESTA San Antonio
It's almost here...San Antonio's 11 day party of the year...FIESTA San Antonio 2011!!
Fiesta San Antonio is being held a little earlier than usual this year...but we are ready!
There are so many great events during the FIESTA Celebration & so much fun to be had!   One of our favorite events is FIESTA Oyster Bake!  2011 will be the 95th annual FIESTA Oyster Bake...can you believe it?
What all will you find at this 2-day event?? 
AMAZING FOOD...
Of course Oysters - Baked, Fried & Raw!  100,000 oysters will be served at Oyster … (0 comments)

Alamo Heights Night 2011 - It's Party Time in '09 - FIESTA San Antonio - 03/30/11 11:19 PM
Alamo Heights Night 2011 - It's Party Time in '09 - FIESTA San Antonio
FIESTA is just around the corner...San Antonio's biggest party of the year!
For a quarter of a century, the Alamo Heights Rotary has been kicking off the week-long FIESTA celebration with an elaborate "block-party" style fundraising event...Alamo Heights Night!   While not an official FIESTA event, Alamo Heights Night has grown to to be very popular & highly respected San Antonio event, since it's start in 1987.
This fun outdoor event is usually held on the first Friday night of FIESTA San Antonio.  For many years neighbors & … (3 comments)

The Bubble Room - Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/29/11 10:07 PM
 The Bubble Room - Stone Oak & North San Antonio

You don't have to have a special occasion to enjoy a little bubbly...The Bubble Room is "San Antonio's premier Champagne & Tapas Bar" and they have your glass ready & waiting for you! So, you can "celebrate" whenever you feel like it!They offer an amazing variety of over 50 Champagnes, sparkling wines & still wines that you can order by the glass...as well as a collection of specialty beers.While enjoying your adult beverage, you can relish some of their delicious tapas. From House Made Hummus to Meatballs to a Meat & Cheese … (0 comments)

Could you have to pay back the HomeBuyer Tax Credit?? - 03/28/11 11:44 PM
Could you have to pay back the HomeBuyer Tax Credit???
Many people who currently live in San Antonio took advantage of the government issued Home Buyer Tax credits offerd on qualified home purchases in 2009 & 2010.  These tax credits of $8,000 for First-Time HomeBuyers & $6,500 for Long-Time HomeOwners (subject to certain criteria) typically do not have to be re-paid.  However, in order to avoid having to pay back your rebate, the home you purchased must remain your primary residence for 3 years.
According to the IRS, if the home ceases to be your primary residence during the first 3 years, … (1 comments)

FREE Apartment Locating - San Antonio - Alamo Heights - 03/27/11 07:35 PM
FREE Apartment Locating - San Antonio - Alamo Heights
When you begin your Apartment Search for your new apartment in the San Antonio Alamo Heights area, you have the choice of doing the work on your own or getting help from an apartment locator. 
Using an apartment locator can be benificial in many ways including saving you money, time & frustration!
In many cases, apartment locators have access to unadvertised specials & deals, such as move-in specials, reduced rent, FREE months, and Cash Back! You don't have to call or drive around from community to community to get information.  Apartment Locators can … (0 comments)

Greenhouse Mall - Outdoor Living - Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/27/11 05:36 PM
Greenhouse Mall - Outdoor Living - Stone Oak & North San Antonio
Spring is in the air...This time of year we all start spending more time outside...and many of us wish our outdoor spaces could be more inviting, more comfortable & more useable...THEY CAN!
Have you checked out Greenhouse Mall on 1604, just West of Blanco in the Stone Oak & North San Antonio area??  They offer a great selection of items to spruce up your back yard!

 
Maybe you are looking for some additional seating or need to update your current furnishings...They offer a great selection of Outdoor Furniture from Wrought Iron to … (0 comments)

SAN ANTONIO MILITARY: 1 Year Extended Deadline for HomeBuyer Tax Credit for Qualified Service Members Quickly Approaching - 03/26/11 12:44 AM
SAN ANTONIO MILITARY: 1 Year Extended Deadline for HomeBuyer Tax Credit for Qualified Service Members Quickly Approaching
You may be thinking..."HomeBuyer Tax Credit??  I thought those all expired in 2010?" 
Well, for most that is true...The $8,000 Tax Credit for First-Time Home Buyers and the $6,500 Tax Credit for Repeat Home Buyers was available for qualified home purchases with a sales contract signed on or before the 30th of April  2010 and closed by the 30th of September 2010.
However, Qualified Service Members may be eligible for a 1 year extension to get a contract signed.  In order to qualify for the 1 year extension, … (3 comments)

Closing soon on a Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio...FHA Loan Requirements are Changing in April 2011 - 03/24/11 10:02 PM
Closing soon on a Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio...FHA Loan Requirements are Changing in April 2011
With all of the changes that seem to be happening so frequently with mortgages these days, it can be hard to keep up!
Well...one more change is heading our way next month for FHA Loans.  It is not a very big change, but if you have the ability to close before the change takes affect, it will save you some money!
The Federal Housing Administration will be increasing the Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) that is charged to borrowers on a monthly basis.  The .25% … (1 comments)

The Mansions Located at TPC San Antonio - Luxury Apartment Homes in Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/23/11 05:49 PM
The Mansions Located at TPC San Antonio - Luxury Apartment Homes in Stone Oak & North San Antonio


The Mansions at TPC is a luxury Apartment Community located near TPC San Antonio in the prestigious Stone Oak & North San Antonio area. 
If you are looking for a friendly apartment community, located in a great area, with upgraded features & superb amenities...you don't want to miss The Mansions at TPC!
This apartment community was constructed in 2008 & is full of great amenities for its residents!
 
 

 
 
The community offers a resort style swimming pool … (0 comments)

2011 Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio and JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa - 03/22/11 09:04 PM

2011 Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio and JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
After 15 years at the Westin La Cantera Resort, the 2010 Valero Texas Open was moved to the fabulous new TPC San Antonio and JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in far North San Antonio.
For it's second year at TPC San Antonio, the 2011 Valero Texas Open, which will be held April 11th through April 17th, will consist of a fantastic Schedule of Events.  Yep...the same week as 2011 FIESTA San Antonio.  This is going to be a fun-filled, action-packed week here … (0 comments)

Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill at La Cantera - 03/21/11 07:56 PM
Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill at La Cantera

 "Tejas" is the spanish spelling for Texas...So, naturally when you see a restaurant named Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill, you would assume Texas cuisine.  However, the menu, decor & atmosphere you find at Z'Tejas is not only inspired by Texas, but is also influenced by other southern & western states such as  Arizona, California, Louisiana & New Mexico! 
 
The menu is bold and full delicious choices of fresh salads like the Red Chilie & Mango Steak Salad, tasty burgers and sandwiches like the Chicken Avocado Sandwich, and robust entrees like the Grilled Cilantro Pesto-Rubbed Ruby Trout!

 The restaurant … (0 comments)

Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery - Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/19/11 12:51 PM
Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery
Ever since the Bennigan's closed down at 1604 & Gold Canyon we have been hoping this location would be used for something else cool & fun! 

 
Once we found out a few months ago that they would be transforming it into a Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery, we got excited!  We didn't know much about this franchise, so we had to do a little digging online...
What did we find?
The Tilted Kilt describes itself as "a modern American, Irish, Scottish, and English sports pub".  The menu is a mix of traditional and contemporary pub … (0 comments)

San Antonio, TX Market Statistics / Housing Numbers - February 2011 - 03/18/11 11:48 PM
San Antonio, TX Market Statistics / Housing Numbers - February 2011
The San Antonio Board of REALTORS® (SABOR) recently released February 2011 real estate market statistics.   
The Good News...According to the Multiple Listing Service report, when compared to February 2011, the average sales price for single family homes showed a 5% increase to $179,305.  The median sales price also increased by 2%.  While many areas of the country are still struggling to show price appreciation, San Antonio continues to rise.  Much of this can be attributed to the city's ability to attract & retain residents with our low cost … (0 comments)

Mission Hills Apartments - Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/13/11 02:28 PM
Mission Hills Apartments - Stone Oak & North San Antonio
Mission Hills is a luxury Apartment Community located in the prestigious Stone Oak & North San Antonio area. 
Constructed in 2009, this friendly apartment community offers spectacular views of the city & hillside with its hilltop position.
*Location, Location, Location!* 
Mission Hills residents will enjoy easy access to so much!
What make Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio such a great place to live?
Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is loaded with fantastic restaurants, great shopping, art galleries, theaters & nightlife.  Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is home to many local businesses as well … (0 comments)

Marioli - Meals TO GOurmet - Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/12/11 01:47 PM
Marioli - Meals TO GOurmet
   For a while now, we had been wondering...What exactly is this little place on Tuscany Stone that we see from Stone Oak Pkwy as we drive by??  Many times as we pass by, there are people sitting out at the little bistro tables, enjoying the afternoon & some food...
 

 
Well, curiosity got the cat!  We stopped by the other day just to pop in & grab a menu...but ended up leaving with that days Brown Bag Secial...A ready made meal for 2...Organic House Salad, Tilapia With Almonds & Lemon Rice.  It was absolutely delicious.  There … (0 comments)

Looking to buy or sell a home in Alamo Heights? You need an Alamo Heights REALTOR®. - 03/11/11 11:57 PM
Looking for a home in Alamo Heights? You need an Alamo Heights REALTOR®.
So...you are looking to sell or buy a home in the Alamo Heights area...or both?  Your first step is choosing the right Alamo Heights REALTOR®.  Having the right real estate agent means having an agent who is committed to helping you with the highest level of expertise in the local market for which you are selling in or in which you wish to live. 
And when we say local, we don't just mean an entire city...but specific communities & school districts.  Let's face it, in a city the size of San Antonio, an … (0 comments)

Six Flags Fiesta Texas San Antonio - 2011 Schedule - Open for Spring Break! - 03/09/11 11:43 PM
Six Flags Fiesta Texas San Antonio - 2011 Schedule - Open for Spring Break!
 
 
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!!
So, Spring is making it's way into town & the warm weather is coming with it...All leading the way for Summer to come!  That also means that it is time to get out to Fiesta Texas! 
 
Fiesta Texas will be open for Spring Break from March 12th - March 20th!  The park will also be open all weekends after the 20th (with a few extended weekends)!  The park will be open for the season daily starting May 25th. 

… (0 comments)

A Taste of The Northside - Fiesta San Antonio 2011 - April 13, 2011 - 03/08/11 01:59 PM
A Taste of The Northside - FIESTA San Antonio 2011 - April 13, 2011
FIESTA San Antonio is just around the corner...In fact it is coming early this year!!
One FIESTA event that you do not want to miss is A Taste of the Northside!  This event is the premier FIESTA event and it has been for the past 11 years!  
If you have never been to this event...Here is what you have been missing...and what you can expect to find at this years event...
Fantastic Food - Your favorite Northside restaurants will be providing samples of some of their best … (0 comments)

Mexico to Go - Stone Oak & North San Antonio - 03/07/11 08:28 AM
Mexico to Go - Stone Oak & North San Antonio

So...a few days ago we were dying for some really good, authentic Mexican food...But, not in the mood to get all ready, go out, wait for service, tip...all that is entailed with dinner out.  And, I was definitely not in the mood to cook (and definitely not quallified to create the good Mexican meal we were craving)! 
So, we decided to get food from Mexico to Go on Evans Road...a place that had been referred to us by a friend.
Let me tell you what...It was excellent!
Mexico to Go is Homemade Mexican Cuisine … (2 comments)

The Canyons at Stone Oak - San Antonio, TX - Community Spotlight - 03/04/11 06:17 PM
The Canyons at Stone Oak - San Antonio, TX - Community Spotlight
 The Canyons at Stone Oak - San Antonio, TX - Community Spotlight
 
The Canyons at Stone Oak is a gated community in San Antonio, TX featuring Woodside Homes ranging from just under 2400 sq.ft. to over 4000 sq.ft.  Currently,  the builder is still building new construction homes & there are also a few pre-owned homes that have come on the market.   Home prices range from the $230′s to the mid-300′s.


What makes The Canyons at Stone Oak a unique community?
 
The Canyons at Stone Oak is a secluded private community with only 148 homesites, many of which … (0 comments)

Reduced Listings - Now is the Time to Sell Your Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio! - 03/04/11 06:14 PM
Reduced Listings - Now is the Time to Sell Your Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio!
So...you have been thinking about selling your home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio & have been trying to figure out the best time to put it on the market... 
Well, that time is NOW!  As we head into Spring, the market gets exciting...buyers come out of hibernation & they are eager to see what is on the market.  You don't want them to miss your home!

Zars & Rogers REALTORS® is ready to help!   Our Proven Marketing Plan will get your home … (0 comments)