GALVESTON TEXAS FOR SALE

THE ISLAND THAT'S NOT

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:28:53 -0500

The beautiful Texas Coastal community of Tiki Island, is located just 35 mile from Metropolitan Houston Texas. Traveling on Interstate 45 South, you will find this hidden jewel, just before crossing the Causeway onto Galveston Island

This quaint Village reside on a tiny peninsula in Jones Bay, 5 miles West of Galveston Island in Galveston County.

Located at 29.298936, -94.914376

The homes are built around canals, leading into Galveston Bay. Keeping your vessel outside your back door is customary in this neighborhood, making for quick access to all sorts of water sports.

Fishing is the major sporting event in this community followed by cook - outs, parties with your neighbors, crabbing, skiing, boating and just plain relaxing!!!

This residential development came into existence in the late 1960's, but was not incorporated until 1982. Approximately 775 residents call the Village "Home".

The semi tropical climate makes year round outdoor living a pleasure. The climate averages 57 degrees in the winter months and 81 degrees in the summer. The area offers activities galore including, golf, theater, outdoor concerts, the beach, and of course more fine dining than should be allowed.

The prestigious University of Texas Medical Branch is just 8 short miles away. However, should you need the exemplary Texas Medical Center it is just 30 miles from this paradise.

This wonderful area still boasts some of the cheapest 'least expensive' coastal waterfront available. If you are thinking of relocating, investing or just looking for a fabulous second home...this may be just what you are looking for!! Give me a call or go to my website www.GalvestonTexasForSale.com for more information.

Hurricane Season is Here

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:48:38 -0500

As we all know Hurricane season is upon us.

With our first Hurricane "Bertha" in the Atlantic, it is a great time to review our Disaster Plans. Since living on the Texas Gulf Coast and seeing what an evacuation is like, I learned quickly that one can NEVER be over prepared.

There are many things you must think about as you enter Hurrican Season (June-November) First and foremost keeping you & your family safe at all times, this includes your pets.

Start by making a list of your Disaster Supplies:

Water - At least 1 gallon daily/person for 3-5 days

Food- At least enough for 3-7 days...Non-perishables packaged or canned foods/Juices. Special foods for elderly, infants and those with special dietary needs. Snack foods. Non-electric can opener, paper plates/plastic utensils

Blankets/Pillows/Towels, etc. Clothing- Seasonal, rain gear, sturdy shoes

First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs / Toilettries / Hygiene items / Moisture wipes / Flashlight & batteries, NOAA Radio (battery operated) Telephones fully charged with extra batteries and chargers. Cash with some small bills & crediti cards - Banks and ATMs may NOT be available for extended periods Keys toys, books and games for the kids. Tools - keep a set with you at all times, Vehicle fuel tanks filled

Important Documents in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag..including Insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Seurity Cards, passports and any other document of importance.

And of course ..don't forget your best friends!!

Pet Disaster Supply Kit: Proper Identification , including immunization records, Ample supply of food & water, medicines A pet carrier, muzzel, collar and leash. Keep a current photo.

Remember a disaster / evacuation is never a planned trip, but you can take a lot of worry, anxiety and stress out of it.....by simply BEING PREPARED!!!!!

Find out all you need to know for being prepared by going to http://www.nhc.noaa.gov

Should you be seeking a home in the Galveston Texas area, please go to my website www.GalvestonTexasForSale.com

CANAL FRONT HOME FOR SALE

Fri, 30 May 2008 12:22:18 -0500

Great Canal front home in Bayou Vista, Texas. A Small, intimate community built around 13 canals which lead out to the Bay and into the gulf of Mexico. Just minutes from Galveston Island, and only 40 minutes from Metropolitain Houston.

This 2/1 up and 1/1 guest quarters down, boasts a complete make over.

So much attention to detail, it would make the serious HGTV fan envious. Large open living space with vaulted, beamed ceiling. Great kitchen..for the cook in your family. Large kitchen island and bar. Dining room with tons of windows out to the water. Decorator ceiling fans in each room. Designer colors throughout

The breezway & landscaped yard make entertaining a snap. Fenced yard with Koi pond and fabulous follage.

This home would make a perfect fulltime or weekend Bay Home for the avid Angler. And if you love the Galveston coast..this may be your home. Asking just $227,000 ....A great buy...

For more information on this home & others..www.galvestontexasforsale.com

GALVESTON COASTAL PROPERTY SALES

Thu, 29 May 2008 13:48:22 -0500

Summer is definately here on the Texas Gulf Coast.

You can now expect temperatures in the 87 degree and above zone. Fishing, crabbing & water sports are now in full blown fast forward. Neighbors talking over the fence, barbaques flaming with the wonderful smells of dinner!! It doesn't get any better than this!!!

Real Estate SHOULD be in full swing. Buyers, sellers and Agents viewing all those new listings and offers aplenty. BUT ..... Where is everyone??? Interest rates are down, prices are sliding down, inventory is down..AND SO ARE SALES!!!

Typically these are the busiest months in the year for Coastal Property sales.

April has started out slow. APRIL 2007 161 CLOSED -VERSUS- APRIL 2008 108 CLOSED (These numbers reflect only the solds in the Galveston MLS) www.galvestontexasforsale.com

Investing in Real Estate

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 12:53:55 -0500

Texas is dominating the list for

BEST REAL ESTATE INVESTING

Check out the 'RECON' Newsletter for April 4, 2008

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Recongnizing Mortgage Fraud

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 12:10:39 -0500

The article "Recognizing Mortgage Fraud" in the March/April issue of Title News magazine (Volume 87, Number 2, pages 16-21) gives some great tips on how to spot the "red flags" to prevent a disaster from happening, some of which are included below:

Recognizing Mortgage Fraud

Real estate and mortgage fraud stories are all over the news. Learn some of the red flags to prevent a disaster from happening.

Mortgage fraud is being declared by many as real estate's white-collar epidemic. This type of fraud is quite complex and difficult to spot, which then makes it even more difficult to police. Artificially inflated homes that are either difficult or impossible to refinance or sell, lead to an increase in foreclosures. That in turn leads to deteriorating neighborhoods and an increased hardship for the people living in those communities and our industry as a whole.

According to the FBI Web site, the top ten states experiencing mortgage fraud in 2006 were California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Utah and TEXAS

There are two main types of mortgage fraud: Fraud for Property and Fraud for Profit.

Fraud for Property makes up approximately 20% of all fraud cases while Fraud for Profit makes up the remaining 80%.

Let's take a look at some of the different types of Fraud for Property schemes:

Occupancy Fraud- Buyer/Borrower or Mortgage Broker leads the lender to believe the buyer will occupy the property in order to obtain a lower interest rate.

Silent Second Mortgage- In this scenario, the buyer borrows the down payment from the seller but it is not disclosed to the lender. After closing, the buyer will make two payments, one to the mortgage company and one to the seller. The lender lends the money believing that the borrower used his own money for the down payment.

Disappearing Second Mortgage- The buyer supposedly borrows the down payment from the seller by means of a second mortgage. What the lender doesn't know is that the mortgage is not real and usually disappears after closing. The scheme is usually used for borrowers who require 100 percent financing but can't quality for it otherwise so the sales price is increased.

These are a few samples of Fraud for Profit:

Property Flip- This one you may be familiar with. Here's how it works. A buyer pays a low price for property, and then resells it quickly for a much higher price. It is not illegal to make a profit but it is illegal if an appraisal has been inflated to distort the value or if it is sold to an unsuspecting buyer and involves false information or statements. In many cases, funds derived from the second closing are used for the purchase in the first closing. The "flipper" seldom takes title or receives a 1099 for any profit made.

Two sets of settlement statements- One settlement statement is given to the seller showing the sales price he/she agreed upon while a second statement is sent to the lender showing a much higher sales price so the buyer can obtain a higher mortgage.

Fraudulent Qualifications- Real estate agents and/or mortgage brokers misrepresent the borrower's (aka "straw buyer's") ability to qualify for a loan by fabricating employment history, income verification, credit records or bank statement balances.

These are just a few examples of schemes being perpetuated at this time. The FBI considers industry insiders to include real estate professionals, appraisers, title companies, settlement agents and mortgage professionals and even if you are unaware that fraud is occurring in the mortgage part of your transaction you can still be held liable by a judge strictly based on your industry knowledge and licensing

One of the best and most prevalent examples of fraud is when the purchase agreement is presented to the seller, accepted, and then the price is later changed to fit the mortgage requirements. Say the original offer was accepted at $192,000.00 then the loan officer calls and says the sales price needs to be increased to $200,000.00 with $8,000.00 in seller concessions. The sales price is now inflated but where has the value increased. Why was the home worth $192,000.00 earlier and now suddenly it is worth $200,000.00? This scenario is still happening all too often. It is a creative way to allow the purchaser to get the closing costs paid in the mortgage amount, but the sales price can only be one amount. The sales price should be the amount reflected on the HUD-1 and it should be the same amount that the property transfer tax and the commission are based on.

According to federal law, the HUD-1 statement must contain accurate figures of all the debits and credits in a transaction.

How can you protect yourself? Below is a list of red flags that you need to be aware of:

Your customer doesn't have a driver's license or good form of identification
The earnest money check is made payable by someone other than the buyer
You receive a copy of the appraisal and the estimate of value is substantially higher than the sales price or seems in excess of value for the neighborhood.
The amount of the loan commitment is higher than the purchase price
A seller and buyer agree on a sales price, but the buyer's lender later asks that the contract be rewritten at a higher price to show the seller benefiting from a price differential.
Buyer offers more than the seller's asking price subject to a seller carry back. A separate addendum not referenced in the purchase agreement states the seller will release the second mortgage upon closing.
A buyer offers more than the asking price contingent upon the seller writing a check at closing that's made payable to a third party for renovations or decorating costs.
You perform a market analysis for a potential listing and discover that the property was involved in several recent sales and with large and unexplained value increases.
Property has been for sale for months without an offer and suddenly a buyer wants to make an offer at or above the listing price with no contingencies.
A lender closing official asks your client to sign blank documents.
Buyer's down payment is from a third party

REMEMBER If you feel uncomfortable about your transaction in any way.....

YOU ARE PROBALBY CORRECT!!

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Galveston MLS Texas Market Report

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 10:13:39 -0500

Galveston MLS sold Report / February 2007 COMPARED to February 2008

Sales Closed for 2007 # Closed Sales Closed for 2008 # Closed

January $19,157,290 96 January $11,271,284 57

February $21,646,250 99 February $11,271,284 100

Totals $40,803,540 195 Totals $32,036,721 157

PLEASE NOTE: These numbers include ONLY the homes listed in the Galveston MLS

Can I come In?

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:51:30 -0500

Hey everybody....

I am fairly new to AR and just decided to take a look around and this looks like a good place for me to land. I live and work in Galveston County and specialize in Texas Gulf Coast property. I live on the water myself and love it. Selling it is even more fun!! I am looking forward to learning alot from you all and hope I can drop some pearls of wisdom along the way.

This is a picture I took of my husband while we were out fishing not to long ago in Galveston Bay.

Thanks for looking...Deb

THOUGHTS FOR THE SOUL

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:20:38 -0500

I was given this by a friend and I keep it out in a frame so I can read it everyday. It has brought me much peace and patience throughout the years...Hope you all enjoy!

The author is Anonymous

Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person that you meet.

To make ALL of your friends feel that there is something special within them.

To look at the sunny side of life and make your optimism come true. To think only the best.

To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.

To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.

To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every person you meet a smile. To give so much to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.

To be too large for worry, too noble for anger and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

Pictures taken by Deb

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BAYOU VISTA TEXAS...A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 21:39:40 -0500

BAYOU VISTA TEXAS is a small incorporated village built around 12 dredged canals, with access to Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. This quaint village is located just off Interstate 45 South, 35 miles from Houston Texas and 9 miles northwest of Galveston Island. Population is around 1700 and boasts its own police & fire departments and local government.

Living in Bayou Vista gives one the best of all worlds. Surrounded by all the interesting things that Coastal living can bring. Fishing, crabbing, swimming, boating, beaches and coastal wild life.

There is always something going on..Fishing tournaments, boat parades, community dinner club nights, Garden club and so much more.

No one is a stranger in this great community. Neighbors watching out for each other and always there when someone is in need.

Evenings in Bayou Vista, brings many of the neighbors out to visit and discuss the local news and of course sharing of fishing stories. Some true and some...well...there is always the big one that got away.

All of the homes are built with high elvation according to the quidelines of FEMA. Each home having ample space for a boat house, lift and deck.

The mild climate makes enjoying the outdoors an everday event, with the natives coming by for a bite to eat!!

It is sometimes hard to believe this small, close nit community could be so close to such a large metropolitan area such as Houston, but it is. And I am so glad to have found it. The people, the water, the wild life...all that makes up such a great place to live.

Let me recommend you take a closer look at all that Bayou Vista Texas has to offer. www.galvestontexasforsale.com

No one will ever get out alive!!!!

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:44:46 -0500

No one will ever get out of this world alive. Resolve therefore to maintain a reasonable sense of VALUES.

Take care of yourself. Good health is everyone's major source of WEALTH. Without it, HAPPINESS is almost impossible!

Resolve to be Cheerful & Helpful People will repay you in kind.

Avoid angry, abrasive persons. They are generally vengeful. Avoid Zealots. They are generally Humorless!!

Resolve to listen more & to talk less.

No one ever learns anything by talking.

Be chary of giving advise. Wise men don't need it & Fools won't heed it!

Resolve to be tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving & tolerant of the weak & the wrong. Sometime in life you will have been all of these.

DO NOT equate money with success. There are many successful moneymakers who are miserable failures as human beings.

WHAT COUNTS MOST ABOUT SUCCESS IS HOW A PERSON ACHIEVES IT

Aging in Place

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 11:19:12 -0500

The topic of Aging in place suggests a lot of things to a lot of people. As we grow older and the need to downsize becomes apparent for the reasons of Health, Socialization, Safety, Financial, Close Proximity to our Support Systems, or any other reason. It becomes very stressful and overwhelming. Leaving our homes, neighborhoods and friends interrupts the process of Aging In Place.

Understanding the needs of our mature loved ones, and knowing when the time has come to downsize can be confusing, heart breaking and stressful. Relocation stress can cloud the decision making process and lead to hurried and misinformed choices. If you or a loved one finds themselves at this cross road, help is on the way.

A large portion of my Real Estate porfolio is offering special services to the Mature Adult, and their families. My background as an RN who has spent many years in the Senior Sector, has given me the tools for this VERY SPECIAL group.

For more extensive information please go to my web site www.galvestontexasforsale.com and click on LifeReady

I didn't get old on purpose; it just happened. If you're lucky, it could happen to you."

Andy Rooney,
Journalist, 88

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Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:36:34 -0600

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NAR's CENTENNIAL

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:08:54 -0600

As most of us already know 2008 is NAR's Centennial...Imagine 100 years of Realtors serving unselfishly the members of our Communities. I too am very proud to be part of this fabulous group of Professionals. Coming into the profession after practicing as a Registered Nurse for many years, I realize it is not much different. As Realtors, we are often working day & night to take care of others, making sure that their real estate needs are taken care of. We place our own needs and wants aside so we can serve others. My hat is off to all of you out there who have joined the rank and file of wonderful Realtors across this country, holding up the standards and ethics that have made this Profession what it is.

Let us continue to stand together, respect each other and our values. To hold each other up in hard times and rejoice together when times are good. To realize that we are TRULY Blessed and giving of ourselves is what we have choosen. CHEERS TO ALL MY FELLOW REALTORS!!!!!

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2008 STINGAREE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:21:21 -0600

COMING TO CRYSTAL BEACH April 18-20, 2008 THE STINGAREE MUSIC FESTIVAL...This great Music festival features a combination of known national artists and some of the new and up coming talents. This festival takes place on Bolivar Peninsula on the fabulous TEXAS GULF COAST

List of confirmed Artists:

Terry Allen, Bonnie Bishop, Hayes Carll, The Dedringers,

Justin Townes Earle, The John Evans Band, Raye Wylie Hubbard,

Will Kimbrough, Scott Miller, Travis Linville, Ian McFeron,

Gurf Mortix, Scott Nolan, Mando Saenz, Darrell Scott,

The Sideshow Tramps, The Stone Coyotes, Graham Wilkinson....AND MORE!!!!

If you are looking for fun, food and great entertainment with a back drop of the wonderful Texas Coast...You will want to check this out!!! For more information go to www.StingareeMusicFestival.com and if you need some help finding a great place to stay on the beach..check out my website www.galvestontexasforsale.com or give me a call @ 832-671-0998

Hope to see y'all there!!!

West Galveston Bay

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 17:10:02 -0600

Let's take an aerial veiw of WEST GALVESTON BAY....so much water, so many fish.....so little time!!!!

http://www.texmaps.com/aerials/04south-galveston-bay/index.html

If you want to find out more about WEST GALVESTON BAY and ALL of GALVESTON COUNTY, go to www.galvestontexasforsale.com

ADORABLE CANAL FRONT IN BAYOU VISTA, TEXAS

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:07:48 -0600

ADORABLE 2/2/1 CANAL FRONT HOME

IN BAYOU VISTA, TEXAS ....A SMALL FISHING VILLAGE JUST MINUTES FROM GALVESTON ISLAND. ENJOY THIS HOME AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE MINUTES FROM THE GULF OF MEXICO www.bayouvista.com

FISHING ABOUNDS IN THIS COMMUNITY WITH 1300 HOMESITES AND IT'S OWN INCORPORATED CITY...VERY QUAINT!! YOU WILL LOVE LIVING HERE AND THIS HOME IS PRICED TO SELL @ $166,000

FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUT MY WEB SITE www.galvestontexasforsale.com OR FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME @ 832-671-0998

CHEAPEST WATERFRONT IN THE COUNTRY

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:30:09 -0600

One of my client's shared with me the desire to live on the coast, but believed it was out of reach....We closed her dream home on our beautiful Texas Gulf Coast yesterday!!!! There is still affordable coastal property and IT IS IN YOUR REACH!!!

If you have a desire, a dream to live on the Texas Gulf Coast...Your time has come. Interest rates are as low as ever...

FOLLOW ME AND I WILL SHOW YOU HOW TO LIVE YOUR DREAM........ www.galvestontexasforsale.com

ESCAPES! SECOND HOME EXPO

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 12:08:11 -0600

The second home market is growing like never before. Whether you are interested in the beach, the Texas Hill country or the mountains...You will find it here. Two day Expo of dream homes from Austin to Australia. See properties from the Texas Gulf coast to South Padre Island. Vacation homes, second homes, retirement homes.

COMING TO HOUSTON TEXAS ....THE FIRST OF IT'S KIND IN THE UNITED STATES !!!

http://www.escapesexpo.com/home.asp

If you have interest in the Gulf Coast....Please go to my website www.galvestontexasforsale.com to start your search......

Questions when Purchasing Coastal Property ???

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:45:06 -0600

A few of the questions you should jot down to ask your Realtor when buying Coastal Waterfront: What flood zone is the home located in? V-Zone or A-Zone? These would be the zones noted on insurance rate maps. Both of these zones are high risk zones, however V-Zone is the area of greatest risk. What is the base flood elevation? In elevated homes the ground floor usually lies below the base flood elevation. The second floor is elevated on piers. Base flood elevation is the highest level at which a flood is likely to occur. Federal, State county & city regulations restrict use and construction on any ground floor. Be sure to discuss your new Coastal home with your Insurance Agent to see just what your premiums will be. Your insurance agent will come and take pictures, these will be submitted to write your policy. For more information you can go to www.FEMA.com. Please don't forget to check out my website!!!! www.galvestontexasforsale.com

Peace

Fishing in Galveston Bay

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 13:10:17 -0600

Here is the catch of the day!!! Redfish caught in Galveston Bay on artificials. Catch the Galveston fishing report at my website www.galvestontexasforsale.com

Galveston Waterfront

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:57:36 -0600

WATER, WATER, WATERFRONT.... Are you looking for some waterfront property? Have you always wanted that beachfront or canalfront home? No time like the present!! Let your Galveston waterfront home shopping begin here. There is so much more to purchasing on the water than in a Mainland community. Understanding FEMA Requirements, Flood Zones, Elevations, Insurance and the list goes on..... There is nothing like keeping your boat in your own boat house, in your own back yard. Being in the Gulf of Mexico in minutes. Catching Flounder, Trout, Redfish, a mixed bag!!!

When you have decided to move to a coastal community be certain to locate a Realtor that is well versed in Waterfront buying. Not all Realtors are alike. Buying waterfront from an agent with no waterfront experience or knowledge is as smart as getting brain surgery from a podiatrist.

If you are in the market for some Galveston property or just more information on buying in our area..Please check out my website www.galvestontexasforsale.com

Simple Tips to help Sell your Home

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:53:12 -0600

Start with curb appeal...If you can't get Mr & Mrs Buyer in the door you can't sell your home. Make the outside of your home look inviting...Make it so people can't wait to get inside. Buyers believe if the outside isn't neat and clean..the inside won't be either. Whether that is true or not. Repair, clean and paint your front door. Add a new welcome mat, and a welcome wreath. Perhaps some potted flowers & plants at the entry. Prune dead limbs from trees and cut back any winter over growth. Clean windows and repair screens if needed. Clean lawn furnitue. Mow and edge lawn and driveway. Keep it that way until sold. Get rid of all that old junk in the garage and in the yard. Check all your windows, doors and locks to be certain they are working smoothly. A little WD-40 does wonders. If you have a pool...Be sure it is 'Crystal Clear' Remember...Less is more!!!

For more great ideas & tips to prepare your home for sale..go to my web site www.galvestontexasforsale.com

Ready, Set, Stage

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 10:33:42 -0600

We see it on TV, we read about it in magazines...Staging, Staging , Staging!!! It just seems like too much work and takes too much time. But, guess what it REALLY works. Before you place your home on the market for sell...Make sure you are really ready to sell!! The way you think aout your home, all the good times all the memories stay with you, but it is time to let go and move on. It is not your home any more...it is now a product. You want YOUR product to stand out in the crowd...you want Mr. & Mrs. Buyer to see that your product is the best. Detail your home like you would a car you are trying to sell. Staging is NOT decorating. Decorating means you are personalizing your space for your needs. Staging is DEPERSONALIZING !! Remember.. you are selling your house, not your things. Clutter Eats Equity!!!

For more great information and to see Galveston Texas Real Estate For sale....go to my web site www.galvestontexasforsale.com