Is it possible to go through the holidays and not accumulate extra pounds and still enjoy all the goodies? Yes, the answer is Yes! When December rolled around, I asked myself that question. I really did not think I could make it through but I…

2011 is over! Let me repeat that. 2011 is over! For most people in the real estate business, 2011 was not that good. To say, good riddance and welcome 2012 is a good thing. 2012 brings with it new hope, new ideas, new goals and a chance to start…

It's cold outside! I don't want to get out of bed and go to work on a Saturday! After all, it's almost Christmas and I have a million other things to do. But that's what good REALTORS® do! Saturday and Sunday can be your most prosperous days…

Real estate sales are picking up! Finally, the cooler weather and a little rain here in the beautiful Texas Hill Country has spurred folks to get out and start their search for their new home. Our phones are ringing and prospective clients are…

Lots of people think about buying an older home and remodeling it but few ever do it. My investor recently purchased this charming home (948 Myrta) in the historical district of Kerrville and began the task of updating. First thing always is the…

Does your office have weekly sales meetings and weekly training meetings We do. I believe everyone should attend both and I encourage my agents not to miss the meetings. First of all, how will they know all the changes that take place during the…

Looking for a great home fabulous price in a small Texas town near big city convenience? If you want space, inground pool, view, easy access, and large home for you and your family, this home has it all! Braden Circle is a little off the beaten…

My friend Lynn asked "What's on the Menu? " for today. We are having Hotdogs grilled on the grill and covered with caramelized onions and sauerkraut with spicy brown mustard. A real taste treat if you like hotdogs. If you don't, try one of the…

In spite of the recession, the drought, and the nay sayers, the Texas real estate market continues to flourish. Here in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, there are buyers calling, looking and buying homes and land. Our phones are…

This weekend is National Open House Weekend Across the country, REALTORS® will hold open houses. If you are looking to buy any time soon, this is your opportunity to view hundreds of open houses. In Kerrville, we are one of 12 offices…

Years ago, when I worked for a newspaper, I would occasionally do a "Shop at Home" tabloid All my advertisers would run specials in the tab and the customers would get a bargain. The real winner though, was our small town. Local businesses would…

I worked last night until 10 pm with buyers. We found the home of their dreams and went back to the office to write the contract. We gathered all the information. Wrote the offer after discussing financing options, strategizing the amount we should…

Ours is going great guns. Things have really picked up here in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. People are calling from Florida to California inquiring about individual properties and real estate in general. People are walking through the doors…

Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 3rd I will be getting the honor to speak to sixth graders about real estate. Why would I want to do that, you ask? They are the future homebuyers in Kerrville my future clients and their parents. We, as REALTORS®…

My latest blog "Best Friends or Family Make the Worst Clients" received a lot of attention and a lot of excellent comments. This is a discussiion that affects all of us. "Will I work with family or friends? " This is a question we all have to…