canyon tx homes: Canyon, TX End of August Events - 08/26/13 01:41 AM

There is quite a few things going these last few days of August in Canyon, TX. Canyon is always a great place to live, play and work. So, see what you might be interested in for you and your family before the month ends.
Annual Safety Day – The Canyon Independent School District will have their annual Safety Day on Friday, August 20. Every class in the district will practice their emergency drills for fire, tornados and lockdowns. All staff and students will be participating. Let your children know about Safety Day and what they can expect.
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canyon tx homes: The Importance of Homeowners Insurance – Q & A - 07/29/13 07:06 AM

Now that it’s easier to get a home loan, many consumers are looking at buying a home. With homeownership, many questions arise, especially when it comes to homeowners insurance. Therefore, I have some information about the importance of homeowners insurance and answers to some of the most common questions. When you purchase a home without a loan, homeowners insurance is completely up to you. So, before you decide to pass on such an important product, view some common questions and the important answers.
Exactly what is covered in a home insurance policy?
The basic homeowner’s insurance policy will cover damage … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Canyon, TX – Small Town Business Support - 06/17/13 10:30 AM

Canyon, TX is one of the best cities for small town business support. And just to show how much support your small business would get, I have business success story to share with you. It’s stories like this that help make the community of Canyon, TX an even better place to live when it comes to community, family and work.
The Canyon, TX store Palace Coffee Company was recently one of seven semifinalists in the Best Coffeehouse in America competition. To compete, each coffee shop had to send in information about their shops including photos and a video of their … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: How to Avoid Common Home Seller Mistakes - 05/13/13 10:39 PM

The current real estate market is hot, hot, hot in almost every market. Homes are selling much faster and for a much better price. However, there are still some home selling mistakes that can keep your home on the market longer and you may end up getting less than what you want because of those mistakes. Therefore, I have some tips on what seller mistakes to avoid and how to avoid them.
How to avoid home selling mistakes:
Don’t get stuck on a high price – Many sellers will get stuck on a price that’s just too high. Therefore, the … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Downtown Amarillo, TX Seeing Sharp Growth - 01/28/13 08:09 AM

Downtown Amarillo, TX has been seeing sharp growth over recent years. The city’s value as a whole has gone up nearly 29% in the last year, which makes Amarillo one of the most sought after cities to relocate. Overall, Amarillo’s value has grown over 167% since 2006 according to Amarillo’s assistant city manager.
One of the biggest contributing factors of the sharp growth in downtown Amarillo, TX is from the “tax increment reinvestment zone” that was created in 2006 to help fund improvements to downtown Amarillo. The boundaries of the zone include I-40, Adams Street and the railroads tracks located … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: The Top 20 Major Employers of Amarillo, TX - 01/21/13 09:54 PM

As an Amarillo, TX Realtor®, I know that a place of employment is just as important as the perfect home when you are relocating. And Amarillo has many companies to choose from; therefore, I have compiled a list of the top 20 major employers in Amarillo to give you an idea what to expect with your relocation needs.
Amarillo Texas’ Top 20 Employers:
20. Owens Corning: 433 full-time employees
Service type: Manufacturing
Contact Information: 1-800-GET-PINK
19. United Supermarkets: 466 full-time employees
Type of service: Grocery store
Contact Information: 1-877-84UNITED
18. Hastings Entertainment: 510 full-time employees
Type of service: Entertainment
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canyon tx homes: Hot Home Trends for 2013 - 01/14/13 06:23 AM

There will be quite a few things that will top the hot home trends 2013 list. Therefore, I have compiled a list and details of some of the most popular home trends to make the list this year. So, whether you are going to update your home to enjoy yourself or if you are updating to sell your home fast, check this list to see if you are choosing the most popular trends.
√ Smart Homes – In today’s time we all live with smart devices like the iPhone, Android, iPad, etc. Therefore, be on the lookout for homes that … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Finding the Right Neighborhood for Your Family - 12/24/12 03:04 AM

There’s a lot that goes into finding the right neighborhood for your family. Therefore, I have some tips that can help you decide which neighborhood will be the best for your personal needs.
Taste – Your personal taste should play a large part in the type of neighborhood you want to spend your years in. Do you want an active lifestyle neighborhood, a quiet neighborhood, a neighborhood in the city, or a neighborhood in the suburbs?
Children – If you have children, you will want to scout out local schools, parks and recreation.
Hot Areas – Look for neighborhoods that … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Retired? Can you Qualify for a Mortgage? - 12/10/12 07:12 AM
 

Many potential buyers that are retired wonder if they would qualify for a mortgage. Well the good news is yes, you can still qualify for a mortgage loan even if you are retired. Thanks to the Fair Housing Act of 1968, no matter how old you are, your age will not be a factor in your mortgage loan approval.
Mortgage lenders will look at your retirement income to determine whether you will be approved for a loan or not. You will just need to provide them with proof of continuance for at least three years. And if you get … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: The New Rock Garden Trail in Amarillo’s Palo Duro Canyon State Park - 12/03/12 10:54 AM
The new rock garden trail in Amarillo’s Palo Duro Canyon State Park is now ready for visitors. And since Amarillo, TX is having such a mild winter, it’s the perfect time to get immersed in the canyon’s natural beauty. You will find some of the most amazing plants and wildlife in the areas of these spectacular red cliffs.
The trails were created by a large group of volunteers made up of mountain bikers and trail runners who have a personal interest in the trails and their maintenance. The trials took six months and over 1,500 hours of hard work to complete. … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Center City Electric Light Parade in Amarillo, TX - 11/19/12 08:55 AM


The 17th annual Center City Electric Light Parade will be in Amarillo, TX on November 30th, starting at 6pm. The event is sponsored by Xcel Energy this year. So, if you want to start your Christmas season off right, bring the whole family for the Nutcracker themed parade.
The Lone Star Ballet will have a very special float to promote their upcoming performances of the “The Nutcracker”, which will be held at the Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium. And all floats will compete for cash prizes that are donated by Golden Spread Electric Co-Op. There will also be $350 for … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Amarillo TX World Championship Ranch Rodeo - 11/05/12 09:41 PM

The Working Ranch Cowboys Association’s World Championship Ranch Rodeo will be in Amarillo this week on November 8, 2012.  Based in Amarillo, this rodeo will celebrate its 17th anniversary with several teams competing and trying to win.  There will be 24 teams from all over the country, three of which are from the Texas Panhandle.
This year’s defending champions include T4 and Wilson Cattle from Hereford and Canyon, Crutch Ranch from Borger and High Card Ranch from Amarillo, TX.  Teams will be wild cow milking, which is much more dangerous than milking cows on the ranch.  Cowpokes will have to … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: September Fun in Amarillo, TX - 09/17/12 04:58 AM
Now that fall is fast approaching, it’s a wonderful time of year to get out and enjoy many of the fun things to see and do in Amarillo, TX this September.  Events include the Tri-State Fair & Rodeo, AMOA-Amarillo Museum of Art and the new Pioneer Town.  See all the details for each event below.
Amarillo, TX September 2012 Events:
Tri-State Fair & Rodeo – This event is the Texas Panhandles biggest annual event.  The Tri-State Fair & Rodeo has been around annually since the 1920s.  The event is packed full of concerts, rides, special shows and events and of … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Amarillo’s Top Must See Destinations - 08/06/12 11:26 AM
When you want fun destinations come visit Amarillo TX, which has several must see destinations that many people around the nation still don’t know about.  The ‘real’ Texas feel is still here.  Therefore, I am listing a few of Amarillo’s top destinations you may want to check out.  And, all these unique destinations are extremely affordable for the whole family.

 
Amarillo’s Top Destinations
Cadillac Ranch – An upper class of roadside attractions have been raised along Route 66 west of Amarillo, TX.  This roadside attraction has been seen in calendars, photos, post cards and more over the years.  So, … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Affordable Home Makeover Ideas - 07/30/12 07:41 AM
It’s common for homeowners to look for home makeover ideas when they need a nice change in their lives.  Therefore, I have some affordable home makeover ideas that can help you transform your home into a space you will be proud to share with family and friends.
Organizing techniques are a proven way to create a calming effect for the home.  And, one of the easiest things you can do for your home is change the atmosphere. Therefore, planning your home makeover based on the five senses is an affordable way to transform any setting.  


 
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canyon tx homes: Amarillo TX VA Opens Recovery & Therapy Center - 07/16/12 10:57 AM
The Amarillo, TX VA opens a recovery and therapy center.  The center was recently dedicated to add to the center’s campus of programs for veterans and their families.  New programs will include single, couples, and family therapy services for veterans who are coming back from the war or from overseas conflict and are experiencing stress disorders.  
The new center will also have programs that will help post traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, marriage counseling and suicide prevention.  This is a much needed service since the VA has seen a 35% increase in veterans who need help with mental health issues … (0 comments)

canyon tx homes: Getting Around the City of Amarillo, TX Just Got Easier - 06/18/12 05:51 AM
Getting around the City of Amarillo, TX just got a little easier.  As of early June, commuters will see several city transit improvements.  Many of the improvements will enhance the estimated departure times, bus routes and bus stop locations.  There will now be 8 additional bus stop locations. And, there will be a noticeable difference to stops along Routes 7 & 8.
Route 7 has seven new stops in the areas of Coffee Memorial, Care Circle, the Atmos Call Center, Canyon Estate and more stops at Ellwood Park.  Route 8 will have even more changes with a new stop at Wallace … (0 comments)

 
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