September 17, 2008
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Susie Stell Vintage Township, Vintage Institute Director (806)771-1117 office(806) 438-6614 mobile www.VintageTownship.com
The National Association of Realtors® Discovers Investment Opportunities in Communities Like Vintage Township
Peter Katz is the Founding Executive Director of the Congress for the New Urbanism and author
HELLO EVERYBODY...JUST WANTED TO LET ALL KNOW WHERE WE ARE. WE RECENTLY STARTED OUR OWN REAL ESTATE BUSINESS IN LUBBOCK, TX. WE ARE EXCITED AS WE VENTURE OUT ON OUR OWN. WE WANT TO CONTINUE OUR WORKING RELATIONSHIPS AND COOPERATIVE SELLING WITH INDEPENDENTS AND FRANCHISES ALIKE. WE HOPE TO EXPAND OUR
IS IT JUST ME OR IS ANYONE ELSE TIRED OF THE SAME OLD NEGATIVE MEDIA TELLING US HOW BAD REAL ESTATE IS? I completely understand that it is terrible in certain places around the country. I also realize that people who had no business qualifying for a mortgage are home owners
Have you ever been on a walk in your area and traffic is so loud you can’t hear yourself think? Or have you just nearly missed an accident while crossing the street on your bike?
I remember when I lived in a college town, where everyone walks, rides and drives to
Recently, I had the pleasure of helping a woman search for a 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom home for her family of 5. When I asked them which style house the family preferred, I found that she wasn’t aware of the types of houses offered. I described to her our selection: Townhome,
As Vintage Township’s Kids Talent Show approaches, kids in the neighborhood are searching high and low for a partner, a costume and the perfect song that will best show off their natural talents. But some children - along with many of us adults - are not yet aware of these
It is just not possible to be totally upbeat all the time but for the sake of those who don't like whining I usually keep the low notes to myself. I will simply say that I don't feel quite as peppy as the title of today's blog. That doesn't mean that
In the Real Estate world people need someone who truly cares and is simply satisfied to have helped someone. That person is me it is not about money even though we all have bills, but it is about me knowing that I did everything I possibly could to get someone the
Getting to know your neighbors at a traditional new homes community entails more than just borrowing eggs or a cup of flour. It could be more than collecting their mail when they are out of town. There are times in our lives which present perfect opportunities to get acquainted with each
Our months are mixed up in Lubbock and Ransom Canyon. We had a dry April. So we have revised the diddy to "May Showers Bring June Flowers". The rain this month has been wonderful and things are really greening up.
I have shown and previewed some interesting homes this month. Homes
I have a client that I'm working on and will need a realtor in Lubbock... Help Me!!!!!Eric MartinezSenior Loan ConsultantSouthern Lending CorporationOffice 281-333-2700 ext.106Cell 832-512-6418Toll Free 1-866-614-2700Fax 281-333-2755www.southernlendingcorp.comemartinez@southernlendingcorp.com
We have had a good month here in Lubbock. The weather has thrown us a curve ball or two with a few snowflakes and a near 90 degree day but of course this is West Texas. I have been privileged to work with several buyers this month and unfortunately the best
5011 15th Street - MLS #9957764This is a great mid-century home in an established neighborhood. It has three bedrooms and two baths. There is approx. 1900 square feet of living space, not including the fantastic 20x12 sunroom. The closets are cedar lined, plenty of storage, the kitchen and family room have
When asked about Lubbock weather, you can only say Unbelievable! Snow today, 80 tomorrow, and wind, well, wind every day. Wasn't the snow pretty? Makes you want to head off to the slopes. Has anyone been to NM lately? How's the snow there?
The “For Sale By Owner” home may need improvements if the home is in poor condition. Improvements will increase the price of the sale of the home. Just keep in mind if your home is in good condition, spending a thousand dollars on improvements may not increase the sales price by
Lubbock called it quits on its Red Light Camera program at midnight last Thursday. According to the Associated Press, "Cameras were placed at 12 intersections in the city in the past year. A report in January showed an increase in rear-end collisions at intersections - both those with cameras and those
Lubbock County Sheriff David Gutierrez announced Monday that Dallas County Assistant Chief Deputy Danny Downes has joined the Administration of the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office as the Major over the Detention Branch. The major's position at the Sheriff's Office had been held since 2001 by the late Jerry Baggs who passed
Lubbock, Tech health officials recommend flu shotsIt's the sniffling, sneezing, aching, coughing, stuffy-headed, fever time of year again, and the Lubbock Health Department and the Texas Tech Student Wellness Center are reporting more cases of influenza in the last two to three weeks."Tis the season," said Tigi Ward, public health coordinator
Lubbock's outer loop project put on hold The state's transportation department has suspended studies on Lubbock's outer loop project because of the department's continued cash struggle.Cuts in federal funds to all state transportation departments, as well as the rising cost of construction materials and less state revenue, have forced the Texas
The Downtown Redevelopment Commission will unveil its plan for revitalizing the city's central business district at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Lubbock Civic Center.The 11 member commission was appointed in 2005 by the City Council to develop a strategy to revitalize downtown."At one time, downtown Lubbock was the hub for entertainment,
I have had the pleasure of showing some out-of-towners the sights of Lubbock and telling them about the real estate market here. It was more of a pleasure earlier in the month because Lubbock had some windy, sandy days and those are not pleasant. But the GOOD NEWS is that Lubbock
Below is Dr. Phil's test. (Dr. Phil scored 55; he did this test on Oprah - she got a 38.) Some folks pay a lot of money to find this stuff out!Read on, this is very interesting!Don't be OVERLY SENSITIVE!! The following is pretty accurate and it only takes 2 minutes.
1. They have a solid bulletproof customer service focused marketing system. 2. They have the patience of a saint. 3. They have the persistence of a bulldog. 4. They set goals. Short-term goals Intermediate term goals Long-term goals 5. They lead generate daily. 6. They believe in what they're selling, beyond
Yesterday I held an Open House at 10601 Vicksburg in Suncrest Villas. I had a good turn out and enjoyed visiting with Lubbock folks and showing them the features of the home.This home is a Hust home, built by Herbie Hust and marketed by Connie Hust. It is approximately 2700 sq.
