Homebuilders: Avery Edwards Custom Homes Location: Appx. 2 to 3 miles from Frisco Town Square - Frisco, TX Price: $240s - $340s Description: Luxury Manor-style homes set in a master planned community. Sculpted lawns, spires, and English countryside design influences set Heather Ridge Estates from other surrounding communities.  Amenities: Private community pool, parks, playgrounds. Contact: Request Tour Heather Ridge Estates, Frisco Texas Neighborhoods 10/14/2008

Grayhawk, Frisco Texas Neighborhoods Homebuilders: Bowen Home Builders Location: Northwest Frisco at Eldorado and FM 423 Price: $190s+ Description: Close to 500 luxury homes (1,800 – 3,400 sq. ft.) make up this wooded community, surrounded by elegant landscaping and winding trails.   Amenities: 40-acre lake, bike trails, community pool, gazebos. Contact: Request Tour 10/14/2008

Homebuilders: Portrait Homes Location: Fordham Road– Plano, TX (Frisco ISD) Price: $160s to $190s Description:  New one-story, ranch-style town homes located on scenic Ridgeview Ranch Golf Course. Carriage-style garage doors, brick facades, and other unique design touches accent the Fairway Villas.   Amenities: Ridgeview Ranch Golf Course, pool, cabana Contact: Request Tour Fairway Villas, Frisco Texas Neighborhoods 10/14/2008

Fairways, Frisco Texas Neighborhoods Homebuilders: Pulte Homes Location: Off of Teel Pkwy, on Blackhawk in Frisco, TX Price: $200s - $300s Description: Luxury homes in a secluded surrounding that provide access to world class courses and parks. Brand new custom homes, featuring 4+ bedrooms, modern kitchens, and lush landscaping. Amenities: Golf courses, community pool, minutes from the Stonebriar Crossing shops. Contact: Request Tour 10/14/2008

  Homebuilders: Continental Homes, Hampton Homes, Hammonds Homes, & Silverleaf Homes - No New Construction Location: located 2 miles North of of 121 on Hillcrest Rd in Frisco, Texas Price: $200s - $300s Description: Neighborhood Assoc Fairfield Estates is a small community of only 120 homes.   Amenities: Swimming Pool, Playground, Small Community, Walking Trails, Close to Stonebriar Mall Contact: Request Tour Fairfield Estates, Frisco Texas Neighborhoods   10/14/2008

    Homebuilders: Highland Homes - Community Sold Out Location: Frisco, Texas Price: $300s Description: Luxury homes meandering around a 9 acre park adjacent to a 2.5 acre amenity center, homes up to 5 bedrooms, custom trim, stone fronts and oversized lots. 2.23% tax rate   Amenities: Water Fountain, Toddler Pool, Playground, Olympic Pool, Sundeck Lounge, Clubhouse with Kitchen & Fireplace, Basketball Courts, Trails Contact: Request Tour Eldorado Fairways, Frisco Texas Neighborhoods   10/14/2008

      Homebuilders: Landstar Homes, Drees Homes Location: Corner of Coit & Main Price: $300s - $400s Description: Community bordered by wooded creek featuring large lots. Frisco ISD. Cypress Creek Website Amenities: Swimming pool, Open Green Space, Walking Trails, Close to Stonebriar Mall & Restaurants Contact: Request Tour Cypress Creek Frisco Texas Neighborhoods   10/14/2008

    Homebuilders: Huntington Homes, Tollbrothers Price: $400s - High $500s Description: Oversized home sites along Trails Golf Course. Waterfall entry, curving streets and 246 home sites overlooking fairways. Adjacent park with playgrounds shade pavilion, walking and jogging trail.    Amenities: Community Center, Clubhouse, Swimming Pool, Playground, Trails, Golf    Contact: Request Tour   Country Club Ridge at the Trails - West Frisco   10/14/2008

I contemplated long and hard about this blog - if I really want to post it and ultimately show my vulnerability. But like all my blogs show, I am not afraid to admit that I'm a student and ardent learner of better real estate. Upon my blessings from my dear friends, they feel that this blog is honest. So, here it is: My dear friend, Jessica Bigger of Eureka, CA posted this question on another real estate forum, Sell with Soul: A Referral Agent Judged My Real Estate Ability By The Number of Listings I Have. I cannot help but to add to my two cents. Most of all, TO JESSICA: You are NOT alone. Openly to admit, if you study and track my record, I (just like Jessica) too, may not have sold as many homes as I would like. BUT this is certainly no evidence that I/ we do not know how to get the... 10/14/2008

Are you thinking about selling your home? Does this housing market sends you chills just thinking about your intentions? Selling your home is a very huge decision that affects your entire family. During this time, you and your family will definitely be inconvenienced and you probably have to put your life on hold for a while - if you are serious in selling. So what should your next few steps be? You could interview one or two real estate experts in your area. Discuss your intentions and see what each person has to offer. Each of them will bring ideas and creativity to the table. For the most parts of America and in this economy, a carefully orchestrated strategy is needed in order to produce the outcome that you want: a sale. A well-organized, systematized real estate professional has ... 10/13/2008

and looks like I needed it.  You see, I hate to wear socks, so any time I see shoes that might help me achive this goal, I buy.  My latest pair were some nice black sandals from Nordstrom's.  Can't wear socks with sandals and dressy enough for church so I was good to go.  On the way to the car, my 4, almost 5 year old states- "Daddy, why are you wearing mommy's shoes?" So, if you are in need of some lightly used, size 9 black sandals, connect with me and they are yours. 10/13/2008

The Frisco Chamber of Commerce owns a beautiful building in downtown Frisco, built in 1922.  And that building could be yours.  It is listed by local agent great and City Councilman, Jeff Cheney.  This could be the perfect home for a business you want to open as Downtown Frisco really come alive. Hard to belive that Frisco, TX is now over 100 years old.  Wonder what the next 100 or 200 will bring us- what will our small City be like then? 10/13/2008

I just learned that at the Tool Time Conference held on November 7th - 9th, Bishop Godfrey of Peru will be joining us!  This guy is amazing; talk about a guy who walks the walk.  If you want more information, please contact Steve Burris at sburris@capstonecommercial.com Tool Time is held and or promoted by St. Philip's Episcopal Church- http://www.stphilipsfrisco.org/ And the place it is held- All Saints is a great venue if you have never been 10/13/2008

Staff writer Ann Marie Shambaugh of the Frisco Enterprise wrote an article titled, Cyclist Thankful for City's Hike and Bike Trail Efforts.  Her article was a discussion of the 2002 Hike and Bicycle Master Plan that was just re-worked with input from us at the FCC. The Plan has been approved by the Parks and Recreation Board.  Next it goes to Planning and Zoning and then on to the Frisco City Council for a vote.  Boy, remember that School House Rock song, I'm just  Bill, I'm only a Bill and I'm sitting here on Capitol Hill.  This Hike and Bike plan is not one to stand at the top step and shout, WE DID IT!  But it is a start in the right direction.  This plan will mainly help us with our sidewalks and our greenbelt trails, and signs saying Share the Road on a section of City streets.  Do... 10/13/2008

Downsizing in Frisco, Texas.  Luxury and excitement near Stonebriar Mall.  A gorgeous Patio Home community has just opened up, and two sparkling new models are ready for you to see. Ranging in size from 1650 sq ft... to nearly 3,000 sq ft... these pretty and oh-so-energy-efficient homes are just packed with all the custom features that so many of today's buyers are looking for. If you are a "career single" working near the Dallas North Tollway or in or near the Stonebriar Complex, the location works about as well as any we have seen. Are you more the young couple starting out ?  These three and four bedroom homes, some single stories, some two-stories, offer you just about any bedroom, living area, and architectural design combination you could ask for. Are you an "empty-nester" moving ... 10/11/2008

Downsize to Luxury !  Come take a peek at this exquisite Patio Home in Frisco, Texas near Stonebriar Mall. If you're in the market for a new home, and don't want the bother of taking care of a full-sized yard, these Frisco Patio homes may be just what you have been looking for. Ranging in size from 1,650 sq ft to almost 3,000 sq ft, these impressive and oh-so-energy-efficient homes are just packed with all the custom features that some many of today's buyers are looking for.                         If you are a career single working near the Dallas North Tollway or in or near the Stonebriar Complex, this location works about as well as any we have seen. If you are ready to go from "Just Browsing" to "Let's Get Serious..." call the Frisco/McKinney New Homes Hotline at (972) 951-4350 and ... 10/11/2008

Important New FHA Guideline on Converting your Existing Home to Rental Buyers cannot purchase a home going FHA if they are going to rent out their current property and use the lease income to offset the mortgage payment- except for the following exceptions below.  I have enclosed information from the actual mortgage letter and have highlighted the most important parts: Recently, FHA and others in the mortgage industry have observed an increasing number of homeowners who have chosen to vacate their existing principal residence and purchase a new residence.  This has been occurring as some homeowners, given the rising price of fuel, are relocating to homes nearer their employment, or are taking advantage of other home buying opportunities arising in the marketplace.  Due to FHA's concern ... 10/11/2008

Before I start my blog, I'd like to share a word of caution here. The advice that I am about to share is not conventional. I know that. However, it is tried and true based on my experience as a real estate agent who have served many newly weds and their real estate needs. If I were a newly wed and thinking about purchasing my first home, I would purchase a house based on one person's income. I would create a budget and live on that person's income. I would pay off debts or save the other person's income as much and as fast as I could. Again, I understand that this advice may work in a lower standard of living such as Texas and the mid-west. Perhaps if you are in Manhattan or California, this advice may not apply to you. I know that. Why My Unconventional Advice? When starting a new lif... 10/09/2008

Waterford Falls in Frisco, TX offers affordable single-family homes set amidst the natural greenery of Frisco. This family-friendly community offers access to public parks, youth athletics facilities, and hiking trails. Frisco Neighborhood Associations Contact Us for a Tour Tell us about your Dream Home! 10/09/2008

The Tuscany neighborhood of Frisco, TX offers retreat style homes tucked away in a family-friendly Frisco community. Like many of the neighboring subdivisions, Tuscany is a quiet community that is just minutes away from the entertainment, shopping, and dining centers of Frisco. Contact Us for a Tour Tell us about your Dream Home! 10/09/2008