tx: Builder Lease Back for Investors Email for details - 08/01/07 10:16 AM
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tx: Great Remodel at Great Price! Lowered to $172,500 - 08/01/07 10:13 AM
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tx: New AR Group! Plano Texas Real Estate Professionals - 07/31/07 09:01 PM
I would like to announce the formation of a new group I have just started on Active Rain - Plano Texas Real Estate Professionals. I am a proud resident and business owner in this wonderful Texas City and would love to have anyone interested in the City of Plano, whether you live, … (10 comments)
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tx: 10307 CaraCara Dr Austin, TX 78750 - 07/31/07 01:27 PM
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tx: Quarterly Market Report for Fosters Green - 07/30/07 08:31 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Fosters Green. So far, only 1 home been sold this year in Fosters Green.
That home sold for a whopping $497,500 at $110.78 per square ft.
With that view and those Cathedral-sized rooms, I see why no one else wanted to give up … (0 comments)
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tx: Quarterly Market Report for Crescents On The Green - 07/30/07 08:10 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Crescents On The Green. So far, 2 homes have been sold this year in Crescents On The Green.
Among those 2 homes,
The Highest Selling price of any home was only $414,000.
The Lowest Selling price of any home was $365,000.
The Highest Price … (0 comments)
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tx: Quarterly Market Report for Crescent Ridge - 07/30/07 08:00 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Crescent Ridge . So far, only 2 homes have been sold this year in Crescent Ridge .
Among those 2 homes,
The Highest Selling price of any home was only $234,900.
The Lowest Selling price of any home was $226,000.
The Highest Price per … (0 comments)
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tx: Quarterly Market Report for Covington Woods - 07/30/07 07:13 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Covington Woods. So far, 17 homes have been sold this year in Covington Woods.
Among those 17 homes,
The Highest Selling price of any home was only $159,900.
The Lowest Selling price of any home was $104,900.
The Highest Price per sq. ft. was … (0 comments)
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tx: Beachside-Coastal Community-Palacios, Texas - 07/28/07 05:36 PM
Introducing Beachside, a new, planned coastal community on the Gulf of Mexico, in historic Palacios, Texas. Centrally located approximately 112 miles South-southwest of Houston and 110 miles northeast of Corpus Christi, Beachside is a peninsula surrounded by Turtle Bay and Tres Palacios Bay. The area boasts warm year-round temperatures, beautiful sunrise … (26 comments)
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tx: NEW LISTING - BEAUTIFUL HOME FOR SALE IN SPRING, TEXAS!! AMAZING PRICE! - 07/27/07 11:01 PM
by Lance Langenhoven, Realtor, The Woodlands, TX
The Woodlands Real Estate
MLS #93442111,632 Square FeetFour BedroomsTwo and a Half BathroomsTwo StoriesTwo Car Attached GarageBeautiful four bedroom brick home in Lexington Woods, Spring, TX! Features include: four bedrooms, all bedrooms upstairs, two and a half bathrooms, master bath includes separate tub and glass walk-in … (3 comments)
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tx: I love McKinney, TX - 07/26/07 06:28 PM
Want to know about living in beautiful and desirable McKinney, TX?? Drop me a line and I will tell you all about it.
You can also see more about this unique, master planned community by going to
http://www.mckinneytexas.org
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tx: Bonaire in Cypress, TX - 07/26/07 12:51 PM
Bonaire consists of 1172 single family homes, located off of Huffmeister and 290. If you are looking for a great location, outstanding schools, over-sized lots, plenty of shopping, close proximity to schools and a Metro Park-N-Ride- then look no further! Information obtained by the Houston Association of Realtors.
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tx: New Construction! Townhomes - N. Oak Lawn - Dallas, TX 75219 - 07/24/07 05:16 PM
4520 Gilbert Avenue - Dallas, TX 75219 - North Oak LawnLocation: North Oak LawnLook no further! New Construction! Prime Oak lawn location, steps from Highland Park on quite street. State of the Art - 3 Story Townhome with all the amenities - Hand Scraped Hardwoods, Travertine Marble, Granite, Viking Stainless Steel … (0 comments)
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tx: Avery Ranch in Austin, Texas - 07/23/07 09:33 AM
http://www.buyorsellaustinhomes.com/default.asp_Q_f_E_cpg_A_pg_E_AveryRanch
Avery Ranch
Just a quick 15 minute drive Northwest of Austin Texas is beautiful Avery Ranch. A master planned community that incorporates the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country with modern architecture. Avery Ranch is located minutes from major employers like IBM, Dell, Motorola, State Farm, Seton Healthcare and other large Austin companies. Shopping … (2 comments)
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tx: Kemah Boardwalk Adds Roller Coaster-Revised with Picture of Coaster - 07/21/07 01:21 AM
The Kemah Boardwalk is about to become home to the only roller coaster on the Texas Gulf Coast, it will stand 96 feet taller than the former Texas Cyclone at Astroworld. It will have a vertical drop of 92 feet, reaching speeds over 51 miles per hour. The new coaster will hold … (3 comments)
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tx: Farmer's Market-Nassau Bay, TX - 07/21/07 01:09 AM
July through August.
Every Saturday in Nassau Bay, across from Johnson Space Center, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organic produce, ferns and flowers, locally prduced or grown herbs, plants, jams, goat's milk, dairy, baked goods and meats. Earth-friendly clothing, hand-painted organic cotton items and locally crafted jewelry. In front of Erma's Nutrition, 18045 … (0 comments)
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tx: Lakes of Savannah-Pearland, Texas - 07/21/07 12:56 AM
A Refreshing Place to call Home. Lakeview Homes Available! Come see why Lakes of Savannah's blend of education, value and convenience makes this the coolest move in the Pearland area.
Highly rated school district.
Pearlands's best value.
Master-planned convenience. Clubhouse, resort-style pool, playground, lakes, trails, and many more amenties. Conveniently located to the … (0 comments)
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tx: New Production Home Builder BUILDS GREEN - 07/19/07 10:41 PM
I'm posting this after receiving a few emails and comments wanting to know more about this builder.
Long Story short on this company, based on what I read & what I've talked to them about so far when I met with them:
Wilson Holdings is a publicly traded company who's CEO started Capital … (3 comments)
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tx: Lakewood Glen - Market Report - 07/19/07 03:26 PM
Lakewood Glen consists of 349 single family homes, located off of Grant and Louetta in Cypress, TX. If you are looking for a great location, huge lots, tall trees providing lots of shade, lakes, outstanding schools, plenty of shopping, close proximity to schools and a Metro Park-N-Ride- then look no further!
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tx: Lakes of Rosehill Market Report - 07/19/07 03:15 PM
Lakes of Rosehill consists of 401 single family homes, located off of Skinner and Huffmeister in Cypress, TX. If you are looking for a great location, huge lots, tall trees providing lots of shade, lakes, outstanding schools, plenty of shopping, close proximity to schools and a Metro Park-N-Ride- then look no further!
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tx: FASTEST GROWING SUBURBS: Some right here in Austin - 07/19/07 01:16 PM
According to Forbes Online Cedar Park, Pflugerville & Round Rock are all found on the top 100 fastest growing Suburbs since the year 2000.
Cedar Park nearly cracked the top ten at number 11 with 93% population growth rate!
The Commercial Development of the Cedar Park Town Center, Hwy 183A, and a possible … (1 comments)
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tx: Green Builder in Austin has plenty of financial backing - 07/18/07 10:31 PM
According to the Austin Business Journal, Wilson Holdings Inc. has received up to $100 million in credit to create green-building subdivisions.
RBC Centura, Franklin Bank and IBC Bank lead the credit facility and have committed $55 million.
"We appreciate the confidence that the lenders have shown in the company … (3 comments)
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tx: Colony Lakes Market Report - 07/17/07 08:42 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Colony Lakes. So far, 17 homes have been sold this year in Colony Lakes.
Among those 17 homes,
The Highest Selling price of any home was only $335,000.
The Lowest Selling price of any home was $153,000.
The Highest Price per sq. ft. was … (1 comments)
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tx: Colony Cove Market Report - 07/17/07 08:36 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Colony Cove. Colony Cove is such a beautiful neighborhood. So far, 2 homes have been sold this year in Colony Cove.
Among those 2 homes,
The Highest Selling price of any home was only $475.000.
The Lowest Selling price of any home was … (1 comments)
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tx: Chelsea Harbour Market Report - 07/17/07 08:25 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Chelsea Harbour. Chelsea Harbour is such a beautiful neighborhood that I know that anyone could easily fall in love with it. The view is excellent and with homes to match. Anyway, on to the market report. So far, 16 homes have … (2 comments)
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tx: Canyon Gate Market Report - 07/17/07 08:17 PM
The time has come once gain for another market report on the beautiful neighborhood of Canyon Gate. So far this year, a whopping 140 homes have been sold in this neighborhood!
Among these homes,
The Highest Selling price of any home was only $284,900
The Lowest Selling price of any home was $110,349
The … (1 comments)
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tx: Brightwater Market Report - 07/17/07 08:06 PM
The time has come again to send a market report in about Brightwater. So far 19 homes have been sold out in Brightwater.
Among those 19 homes,
The highest priced home was $430,000.
The lowest priced home was $205,245.
The highest price per sq ft $106.12.
The lowest price per sq ft $65.9.
The beauty of … (1 comments)
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tx: Brazos Landing Market Report - 07/17/07 07:53 PM
Here we are again with another quarterly market report on Brazos Landing. Brazos Landing is such a beautiful neighborhood that I know that anyone could easily fall in love with it. Anyway, on to the market report. So far, 6 homes have been sold this year in Brazos Landing.
Among those 6 … (1 comments)
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tx: Avalon Terrace Market Report - 07/17/07 07:39 PM
Here we are again in the second quarter for another market report on Avalon Terrace. It has been a great year so far since there have been a whopping 57 homes sold!
And out of these 57 homes,
The highest Sale price was: $1,133,000
The Lowest Sale price was: … (1 comments)
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tx: Austin Meadow Market Report - 07/17/07 07:27 PM
Here we are again for the second quarter market report on Austin Meadow. Since the beginning of this year, 8 homes have been sold in the Austin Meadow area.
The highest priced house sold in the area was $417,500.
The lowest priced house sold was $262,200.
Highest Price … (1 comments)
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tx: Parker County, Texas - 07/13/07 03:24 PM
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tx: Inspector Stager - 07/11/07 03:07 PM
I've lately had the opportunity to use this term to describe in another way what we as Professional Home Stagers do. Stagers are similar to home inspectors in how we do what we do.
A Home Inspection definition by Investor Words is An inspection of a prospective home done by a professional, … (27 comments)
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tx: Home For Sale in McKinney, Tx 75071 - 07/09/07 03:09 PM
This 3017 sq. ft. beauty sits on an elevated premium lot and features a spacious and impressive floor plan! Step into an inviting entrance with 20ft cathedral ceilings, split formals, huge kitchen with 42" cabinets and countertops galore. Other features include island, breakfast bar, work desk, breakfast nook, and custom ceramic … (0 comments)
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tx: 640 Acre-Hidden Lakes to go in League City, TX - 07/09/07 02:24 AM
Perry Homes will start developing a 640-acre Hidden Lakes project across Hwy 96 from the Lakes of South Shore Harbour. The son of Perry Builder, Bob Perry will take the advice of his dad and stay in the "middle market buyer" niche. They are hoping to attract buyers that want to … (0 comments)
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tx: Fresh Food Market at Armand Bayou Nature Center - 07/06/07 05:22 PM
Local farmers and vendors will set up every other Saturday in the parking lot near the recycling bins of the Armand Bayou Nature Center. Selling organic and organic-practice eggs, vegetables and more. They will be set up from 11a.m. to 2p.m. The Armand Bayou Nature Center is located in between Clear Lake … (0 comments)
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tx: First Winery in Galveston County - 07/06/07 05:07 PM
A Vineyard in Santa Fe, TX?
The first and only winery is open in Galveston county. Owners Raymond and Gladys Haak are native Texans, and after growing grapes as a hobby, they decided to plant grape vines on their 3 acres in Santa Fe, TX. They then built a mediterran style facility to reflect … (0 comments)
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tx: League City 13th Annual Oak Tree Festival - 07/06/07 04:37 PM
13th Annual Oak Tree Festival
The League City Historic Area celebrates the Historical District's 13th Annual Oak Tree Festival, Saturday and Sunday, September 22rd & 23th, 2007.
The Festival will be under the shady oak trees in League Park located on Main Street by the RR Tracks. Attractions for both days include … (0 comments)
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tx: Texas State Mandolin Contest-July 21, 2007 - 07/06/07 04:22 PM
Sponsored by the Bay Area Blue Grass Association, July 21, 2007, at the Johnny Arolfo Civic Center, 300 West Walker, League City, Tx.
Grand Prize is a $10,000 Gibson Sam Bush Mandolin and entry into the Nationals at Winfield.
2nd Prize is $300.
3rd Prize is $150.
Competition starts at 6pm.
On the same evening a … (0 comments)
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tx: Why Am I The Way I AM? - 07/04/07 09:15 AM
This is a poem that my wife recieved from a friend of hers. The author is unknown.
Keep in mind that my wife works in the title business and I'm in real estate... I wonder what she's trying to tell me?
WHY AM I THE WAY I AM?
Last night as I lay … (8 comments)
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tx: Austin's losing momentum but still TOP SELLER's MARKET - 07/02/07 02:15 PM
Earlier today I posted Austin's Stats for June, in which you can see the trend...List Price UP, Sales Price UP, Price/Sqft UP, Days On Market DOWN. These are all positives, however, the number of Homes Sold is DOWN significantly. Year to date is down 5% but the month of June it … (0 comments)
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tx: Do Open Houses Work? - 06/30/07 09:09 PM
I can't give answer for any other area except for the Houston, TX area. The answer in my experience is NO! Why would a seller want the agent they hire have them wake up early on a Saturday or Sunday morning to make the house sparkle and then get kicked out … (26 comments)
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tx: Are you ready to make some money? - 06/30/07 02:17 PM
Of course you are and so am I ! ! ! When you have clients, friends, relatives, anyone moving into or out of the Houston area... Refer them to me. I will pay you a 30% Referral Fee!
The areas we service are:
Houston, TXKaty, TXSugar Land, TX (ranked 3rd Best Place to … (3 comments)
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tx: Fireworks and Rock-n- Roll at the Kemah Boardwalk - 06/27/07 10:54 PM
If you like Rock-n-Roll music check out the Kemah Boardwalk on Thursday nights, they have different bands that play well into the night. Kemah's waterfront location has become one of Houston's biggest attractions for families. On friday nights through July a huge fireworks display is held on the boardwalk, starting at 9:30pm. … (0 comments)
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tx: Cool Off This Summer At Schlitterbahn-Galveston Island, TX - 06/27/07 01:01 AM
Schlitterbahn is Galveston's first and largest waterpark, in encompasses 15 acres of a German themed Texas-sized water park. With more than 20 attractions, their is something fun for everyone. Originally opening in New Braunfels, TX, they have expanded to South Padre and now Galveston. The New Braunfels location has been voted the World's Best … (0 comments)
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tx: How to Interview a Real Estate Agent to sell your home! - 06/26/07 04:11 PM
There are hundreds of real estate agents in our area. Choosing the right one for the sale of your home can be confusing. It is especially difficult when you speak with serveral different agents, and they all seem so convincing.
There is a way to find an agent who will … (5 comments)
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tx: Another GREEN stamp for Austin - 06/26/07 08:56 AM
Last week the Department of Energy named 13 cities as "Solar America Cities". Austin has continued to be a leader, not just in the country, but in the World for it's efforts in Energy Conservation. Both in real estate & in vehicles.
Austin & the other cities have been successful implementing … (1 comments)
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tx: Highland Village Balloon Festival - 06/25/07 10:33 PM
The annual 'Lion's Club Balloon Festival' is a great Highland Village tradition. This community event is sponsored by the Highland Village Lion's Club and other area Lion's Clubs. This annual festival includes live entertainment, skydivers, arts and crafts exhibits, food vendors and a carnival. Admission to the Balloon Festival is free. … (0 comments)
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tx: Guard Against West Nile - 06/24/07 01:35 AM
With mosquito's active, and weather becoming more humid, protection against West Nile Virus is a must. Unfortunately, we are already in the mosquito season, but there are steps that can be taken to avoid getting bit by those pesty little flying insects. There are a few precautions you can take during … (0 comments)
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tx: Ballunar Liftoff-Nasa Johnson Space Center-Aug. 24-26 - 06/24/07 01:01 AM
This unique weekend of fun takes place at Nasa/Johnson Space Center on August, 24-26, 2007.
The NASA/Johnson Space Center Site hosts the location of the RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival. A must see. It is a one-of-a-kind tribute to human flight-from the beauty of mass hot air balloon ascensions to the high-tech world of … (0 comments)
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tx: The Texas Gulf Coast Best Kept Secret - 06/24/07 12:56 AM
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tx: McKinney, TX Home Available at Great Price - 06/20/07 08:41 PM
Hello all agents working with buyers wanting to move to mckinney, Tx. McKinney is a great place to live with plenty of green areas, parks, activity areas and a wonderful historic district. I have a new listing which is 3017 sq feet with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 2 living areas … (0 comments)
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tx: I GOT MEME’d WHILE I WAS DANCING IN THE RAIN!!! - 06/19/07 10:54 AM
I've been a member of Active Rain since January, just wasn't active until one Saturday in March when I decided to check this site out a little closer and became addicted in a matter of 30 minutes (if it took that long).
My commenting (dancing in the rain) on other member's … (39 comments)
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tx: Company is Coming - Everyday! - 06/18/07 09:33 PM
Imagine a day where company will be showing up on your doorstep - everyday!
I don't know about you but I wouldn't be too happy in that knowledge if I wasn't aware of my guest's arrival. If you're like me, when I host my company I want it to be an experience, … (42 comments)
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tx: What is the Austin Real Estate Market. - 06/18/07 07:07 PM
Austin Real EstateThe Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) regulates all of licensed Real Estate Agents in the state of Texas. If you have a complaint with a Texas Real Estate company, then TREC is where you'd go. I believe no one is perfect and shouldn't be held to that standard, however, … (1 comments)
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tx: Austin's Job Growth Still at Historic Low - 06/16/07 10:28 PM
The Austin-Round Rock area gained 1,500 jobs in May, keeping the local unemployment rate in check at 3.2 percent, according to the latest labor figures from the state.
Also according to one of Austin's Economic Development Groups, Opportunity Austin, in its first three years, Opportunity Austin surpassed its five-year job creation goals, … (0 comments)
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tx: May 2007 Market Stats for Cedar Park / Leander - 06/12/07 11:40 PM
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tx: Round Rock's Market Stats through May - 06/12/07 07:19 PM
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tx: Buyer's Disclosures - 06/12/07 08:22 AM
I just had a client where after taking him around to show properties we finally found one that was a good fit. After waiting over a week to get him to sign the contract to put in as an offer, I finally found out what the hold-up was...he is on … (6 comments)
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tx: Austin's May 2007 Market Stats - 06/11/07 06:06 PM
Here is the Market Stats from May 2007 from RRR MLS research.
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tx: STOLEN -- MY 2 BEST FRIENDS WERE STOLEN!!! - 06/08/07 01:54 AM
You know how when you are running errands that have to be finished by the end of the day -- there's a deadline tomorrow. You're thinking about how your day went, what calls you need to still make and getting the errands run so you can get home, change into comfortable clothes, … (53 comments)
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tx: Austin one of Dog's Friendliest! - 06/07/07 12:10 PM
Men's Health Magazine recently had an article on the top DOG Cities. I just new Austin had to be up there and it is!
I was at a house yesterday and was actually pondering how many people I saw walking in the neighborhood, then realized almost all of them had dogs.
On … (0 comments)
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tx: "Green" Neighborhoods Coming to Austin - 06/07/07 11:19 AM
Yesterday's Austin Business Journal talked about a new development going in Northeast Austin that is going to be 5 Start Green Rated to the Austin Green Energy Program.
This is close to the Agave Builders area, some very unique, green homes.
This is a new development that I haven't heard of until … (5 comments)
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tx: Austin Ice Bats Coming to Cedar Park...Finally - 06/07/07 09:50 AM
For the past few years the Austin Ice Bats, Austin area's Ice Hockey team, has been aggressively trying to move to Cedar Park. For their first few years in business they were just renting downtown, then they have been renting in North Austin off I-35, but they want a permanent fixture, … (0 comments)
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tx: 100% Financing-Know What You Are Getting Into - 06/04/07 10:51 PM
So, you want to buy a home and you have heard all of the hype about 100% financing. Sounds great! No down payment so you don't have to worry about not having a whole lot in the bank. Competitive interest rates so it doesn't raise you mortgage by a lot. We … (10 comments)
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tx: "Dare to Love" Golf Tournament hosted by Weichert Realtors Lisa Kaye & Associates - 06/04/07 01:43 AM
Join us as we tee off to help children who have been abused and neglected in Bexar County. Our First Annual Golf Classic is being held at the Silverhorn Golf Club - 1100 W. Bitters Rd., San Antonio, TX on Friday, June 8, 2007.
What is Dare To Love? It is a … (8 comments)
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tx: KB HOME FINDING CENTER - 06/03/07 05:27 PM
Are there any realtors in texas with clients that are relocating to houston in search of a KB Home???
Don't waste your time & gas!! I am here to work for you.
The best part of it is, you won't have to split your commission!!!!
This Is Robert from kb home. I Work for YOU!!! … (0 comments)
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tx: Clean Energy Summit billed a success - 05/31/07 10:59 PM
Frankly I felt the turnout to be disappointing, but part of that I'm sure is that it's the first one.
Austin consistently tries to be a leader & innovator of green, but I felt that the advertising was subpar for this event. Anyway here is what the Austin Business Journal Reports:
Roughly 400 … (1 comments)
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tx: Uh-Ohs for Central Texas - 05/31/07 10:50 PM
Austin's been hopping, but it's only inevitable that the recent recession in the rest of the country is beginning to affect Central TX. Although there is still a ton of growth and new jobs coming in, there are signs of at least some Austinites needing to find new jobs:
Survey: Manufacturing … (0 comments)
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tx: TX Debit Cards for Child Support - 05/31/07 10:35 PM
I read this article in the Austin Business Journal and was facinated that TX has this debit card program.
It' interesting to note that technology and efficiency saved the Gov't some ching.
For those of you relocating or already here that are in need of paying child support (being that over half of … (0 comments)
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tx: Texas Roadside Assistance, get a gallon of gas - 05/31/07 10:30 PM
A lot of Texans don't know this, but if you run out of gas, (and you're registration sticker is good), then you can call the number on the back of your registration sticker and Texas Dept of Trans will drive out and get you enough gas to get to a station!
I … (1 comments)
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tx: Austin's Film Community Anxious for Bill - 05/31/07 10:26 PM
Okay, this doesn't just affect Austin, this is a Texas wide thing, but come on Austin is already the hot spot for movie makers.
According to an article in the Austin Business Journal, "The long-awaited Texas film and television industry incentive bill is one step closer to being official.
The Senate … (0 comments)
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tx: Austin's Arboretum Retirement Complex - 05/31/07 10:16 PM
Austin's Arboretum has nothing to do with TREES, well at least that's not what it's known for in Austin. The Arboretum is a hot shopping and dining area in North Austin.
Prior to the opening of places such as THE DOMAIN, this was the trendy place to shop.
Anything that goes on near … (0 comments)
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tx: LOWES in HUTTO coming...not Green built :( - 05/31/07 10:02 PM
For a few months now just as you get into the Hutto area right next to the Sonic, there has been a "COMING SOON" sign for a Lowes Home Improvement Store.
It was just released that this store will now open some time in the fall.
Lowe's says the new store … (0 comments)
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tx: New Gaming Conference in AUSTIN - 05/31/07 09:50 PM
CMP Technology is planning a two-day consumer-oriented computer game event to complement its developer conference this fall. Called "PC Game On," the event will be on Sept. 8 and 9 at the Austin Convention Center, CMP says. That's the weekend after its Austin Game Developers Conference and Game Career Seminar.
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tx: Meeting Adjourned! - 05/30/07 10:41 AM
The big news in Austin today is the state legislature has officially adjourned for the session. Our state lawmakers (luckily) only meet once every two years, so that means you can probably hold on to your wallets for a little while longer. If you're moving to TX here is a list … (0 comments)
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tx: Why Having Another Agent Show You Is a No No - 05/29/07 08:42 AM
It has occurred to me recently that some consumers do not know why they should not have another Real Estate Agent show them homes. There seem to be many different reasons why consumers do this, I will discuss a few:
My Real Estate Agent is too busyI just drove by the homeI don't … (18 comments)
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tx: When is it good to pay discount points? - 05/28/07 07:25 PM
As rates slowly rise with inflation, buyers will be looking for more options to purchase the home they want. While there are other products, one of the simplest and safest options is paying points. Discount points are fees paid to the lender at closing to permanently pay down the interest rate … (6 comments)
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tx: San Antonio 2007 Market Reports - 05/28/07 02:30 PM
The 2007 real estate market report for San Antonio from the Texas Real Estate Center is now available on my website. The report covers census data, employment and unemployment, major industries, business climate, education, transportation and infrastructure issues, growth patterns and much more. Click here or on the link below to … (2 comments)
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tx: All business aside for a minute, take some time to honor our American Hero's - 05/26/07 10:39 AM
We all are guilty of getting so wrapped up in our work and family life that we tend to take for granit the how lucky we are here in the USA to be able to live our lifes free. We go through our everyday lifes and sometimes fail to remember those … (1 comments)
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tx: Austin's still growing NOT DUE To SPECULATION - 05/24/07 01:00 PM
I've written a few times on the dangers of Investment Speculation. It's like a friend of mind said about his experience investing in the Stock Market, "No thanks, I prefer Craps or Blackjack."
The Stock Market like all investing avenues is about education. There are plenty of stocks that go up & … (1 comments)
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tx: Will You Handle the Whole Transaction For Me? - 05/24/07 12:44 PM
I'm betting from the Headline, you thought this was a Client asking an Agent the question. Unfortunately, you'd be wrong. This is actually a question that was posed to me recently by a Listing Agent, when I was representing a buyer for their listing.
This house had been on the market for … (8 comments)
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tx: League City, TX- Real Estate Market Snapshot - 05/20/07 02:50 AM
League City, TX -Real Estate Market Snapshot
updated Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Listing Type Number Median Price Price Change
from April
Homes for Sale (MLS) - 889- $209,000- -0.2%
New Homes- 552- $263,900- 0.0%
Real Estate Classifieds - 552- $192,500- 0.0%
Foreclosures - 70- $145,642 -0.0%
League City, TX School Districts … (0 comments)
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tx: Parents Workshop for Financial Education - 05/17/07 06:33 PM
Ever wondered how in the world your kids were going to learn how to be responsible with money? Are you curious about creating a powerful financial future with them? Do you wish you had the tools to build good money habits when you were young?
Well parents, this is the workshop … (6 comments)
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tx: TEXAS! IMPORTANT MORTGAGE LEGISLATIVE ITEM NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION! - 05/15/07 12:19 PM
IMPORTANT LEGISLATIVE ITEM NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION!
Has one of your buyers ever got stuck with a higher mortgage rate, because they had to use the builder's Mortgage Company?
There is legislation in the Texas House of Representatives that would prohibit sellers (builders) from making incentives contingent upon using any specific service provider. Builders … (2 comments)
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tx: Georgia Flooring Outlet Came to Austin because of GROWTH - 05/14/07 10:15 PM
Floor & Décor Outlets of America opened the doors of its new 48,000-square-foot store at 4501 W. Braker Lane on Friday.
According to an Article in the Austin Business Journal, Floor & Décor chose the Austin market because it continues to be one of the highest-growth markets in the country with … (0 comments)
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tx: House for Sale in Cypress, TX - 05/14/07 03:28 PM
4/2.5/2 in Cypress, TX. 4017 SQ-FT. Currently listed at 236,900. AGENTS_ $1500 BTSA for contract by 5/31/07. SELL THIS HOUSE! Unique home, great for entertaining. Backs up to green belt with walking trails. Both formals, gallery, study, and gameroom. No other home like it in Cypress, TX. For more information go … (0 comments)
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tx: House for Sale in Cypress, TX - 05/14/07 03:24 PM
4/3.5/3 in Cypress, TX. 3063 SQ-FT. Ready for a quick move? This house is ready to move quickly. Rare 3 car garage. Excellent neighborhood. Close to shopping, and Park and ride. For more information go to www.amandamccumber.com. Address: 14318 Rosehill Estates Lane. … (0 comments)
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tx: Designing to Sell Secret - A Staging Consultation - 05/11/07 10:35 AM
OK, here they are!!! The stars of HGTV's hit show - Design to Sell! -
You know the drill, they start the show off with a Real Estate Professional (not the seller's agent though an independent third party) walking through the homeowner's house, the owners are "next door at a … (17 comments)
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tx: Discover Problems Before You Buy....or Sell - 05/11/07 08:20 AM
DISCOVER PROBLEMS BEFORE YOU BUY……or SELL
A professional assessment by a home inspector will uncover any problems and alert you to any necessary repairs and updates.
If you are not sure how to go about finding an inspector or what he or she should be reviewing, ask your qualified, … (3 comments)
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tx: Glen Cove, Little Elm Texas 75068 ~ Home Sales News - 05/10/07 12:08 PM
Glen Cove, Little Elm Texas 75068 ~ Home Sales News
The Glen Cove neighborhood of Little Elm Texas is a residential community of homes with a great variety of pricing and home styles.
Little Elm is conveinently located in Denton County and on the Northwest Corner of Frisco Texas and along the shores of Lake Lewisville. Glen … (1 comments)
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tx: Job Growth spurs continued Real Estate Growth - 05/10/07 12:03 AM
A few years ago Austin put together a Committee with the sole purpose of adding jobs and therefore revenue to the Austin Area. I have written other posts on some of their successes in the past, and now another one has popped up.
The new Jewelry Channel is locating to Round Rock. … (0 comments)
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tx: Jewelry Channel lands in Round Rock, 700 jobs planned over 5 years - 05/09/07 11:56 PM
The Jewelry Channel, a 24/7 nationally broadcast direct-sales channel that debuted Wednesday, has established itself in Round Rock where it expects to create 700 jobs within five years.
The channel has established a corporate office and live studio in 30,000 square feet of space, and has plans to eventually expand … (0 comments)
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tx: Apartments on the rise in Austin! - 05/09/07 11:49 PM
I've been so busy trying to assist a couple of investors looking to buy or build some apartment buildings I overlooked this article that came out on April 18 in the Austin Business Journal...Better late than never.
With occupancy more than 90 percent and rents around 90 cents a-square-foot, Austin is … (0 comments)
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tx: KYLE's New HEB proving to be good for growth - 05/09/07 11:31 PM
According to an Article in the Austin Business Journal titled: Build it and they will come: Kyle HEB attracts slew of other businesses, Kyle's first full service grocery store, a 150,000 square foot HEB Plus, is set to open on June 9 and it's bringing a host of other businesses with … (0 comments)
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tx: Austin ranked 6th best GREEN city - 05/09/07 11:05 PM
Austin's city government is one of the best at making use of renewable energy, according to SustainLane.com, a San Francisco business geared to promoting green living to people, businesses and government.
Austin is ranked sixth on a list of the 10 U.S. cities that use renewables such as solar, … (0 comments)
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tx: U.S. Census: Austin among top 20 fastest growing regions - 05/09/07 10:53 PM
The population of the Austin metropolitan region grew at one of the fastest rates in the country over the last six years, according to recently released data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
The Austin-Round Rock metropolitan statistical area expanded its population 21 percent between April 2000 and July 2006 … (0 comments)
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tx: State Economist says Austin is good market for Real Estate - 05/09/07 10:47 PM
According to a recent article in the Austin Business Journal,
If you're dealing in residential real estate in Austin? You're better off than you would be elsewhere around the country, according to a state economist.
Texas continues to buck the trend of declining home sales that's sweeping the nation, aided … (0 comments)
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tx: Inc magazine says Austin is a HOTSPOT for Businesses! - 05/09/07 06:38 PM
There's yet another affirmation of what most people in Austin already know -- this town is a great place to do business.
Austin ranked 16th among big cities on Inc. magazine's 2007 list of "Business Boomtowns," rising 10 spots from its No. 26 ranking last year. The city hit hard … (0 comments)
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tx: New Internet Services Coming to Austin - 05/09/07 06:29 PM
WildBlue Communications & Alpheus Communications have both announced that they are expanding to Austin. WilddBlue is a Satellite based provider & Alpheus's service is a fiber optic network base that is expanding it's wireless realm.
WildBlue Communications Inc. has launched its high-speed Internet service in Austin through its new satellite, … (0 comments)
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tx: Wireless Internet Access in AUSTIN - 05/09/07 06:17 PM
Austin already has hotspots with internet access and now it is expanding to East Austin.
The area is getting free outdoor Internet access thanks to the city of Austin's Wireless Mesh program. The city, in partnership with Cisco Systems, provides free wireless outdoor Internet connections throughout various parts of Austin. … (0 comments)
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