brenda j andrew: Know Any BeeKeepers?? - 05/13/22 12:43 PM
Know Any BeeKeepers that would like to tackle this?
I had a fellow agent go out to a property in Mathis this morning, and this is what she found.  I have never seen a nest so large!  I had to share - I'm not sure what the owner is going to do.  She hasn't seen the property in a while, and her reaction to the picture was OMG!
Happy Friday Everyone!
I'm not an exterminator, or a beekeeper. 
I would love to have the honey, so if you are looking to buy or sell Real Estate in the Corpus Christi, Conroe, Woodlands, Humble Areas, Give … (9 comments)

brenda j andrew: Enjoying Island Life Hook Line and Sinker - 08/12/21 03:26 AM
Enjoying Island Life Hook Line and Sinker
This is my better half James Andrew.  He has been working non stop for the past 7 years I would say. 
He is finally taking some time and enjoying all the things our little island has to offer - and it is also for my benefit. 
He loves to fish, and he is on a mission when he does go.  Here is one trip he took recently down to the Padre Island National Seashore. 
Here is a picture of his catch!  All I can say is, it was good and tasty!
I just wanted to share a post about him … (11 comments)

brenda j andrew: August 2020 Housing Reports Corpus Christi TX - 09/15/20 07:31 AM
August 2020 Housing Reports Corpus Christi TX
 
The Corpus Christi Housing Market is doing very well. 
 
The inventory is at an all time low and the sales are at an all time high.  It is a great time to buy and sell real estate in the Coastal Bend due to interest rates being at an all time low, and more people working from home.  Corpus Christi Texas is one of the most affordable Beach Communities in the United States.  Most properties are between a few minutes to thirty minutes to the beach.  We are the home of the USS Lexington, Corpus Christi Naval Air … (8 comments)

brenda j andrew: Just Sold - Yes Just Sold Nemo Cay Townhouse in Corpus Christi - 03/31/20 11:26 AM
Just Sold - Yes Just Sold Nemo Cay Townhouse in Corpus Christi Texas.
 
My buyers are so excited about their purchase and will be living in this unit full time.  It is a great property with an amazing Pool that is heated, BBQ Area, Plus has a Playground for their grandkids.  Lots of people are moving to the area to be closer to family and enjoy Island Life!  It truly does not get much better than this, even in the Corana Virus Pandemic.  We are practicing Social Distancing, but still able to go for walks, and enjoy the Beach and Texas Sunshine.  … (9 comments)

brenda j andrew: Did you Know This about Walmart?? - 02/27/20 10:05 AM
Did you Know This about Walmart??
 
Let me start with some background for this story.  A few months ago I was visiting my Mom in Houston.  We were trying to decide what to have for breakfast when she said she could no longer find Pioneer Baking Mix for Pancakes, Waffles & Bisquits.  Since my Mom lives in Willis Texas and I live in Corpus Christi I thought she must be losing her mind.  She said she looked at Kroger, Walmart, & Sams Club.  I remember thinking, that is strange and not believing it was true. As soon as I arrived back home … (17 comments)

brenda j andrew: Waterfront Homes for Sale on N. Padre Island in Corpus Christi Update - 01/27/20 05:22 AM
Waterfront Homes for Sale 
on N. Padre Island in Corpus Christi TX
Update January 27, 2020
 
There are currently 72 Waterfront Homes for Sale on N. Padre Island as of January 27th 2020.  These homes are priced between $309,000 - $4,500,000.  
The breakdown is as follows:
$  300,000 - $  400,000 = 12
$  400,000 - $  500,000 = 15
$  500,000 - $  600,000 = 11
$  600,000 - $  700,000 = 16
$  700,000 - $  800,000 = 7
$  800,000 - $  900,000 = 3
$  900,000 - $1,000,000 = 3
$1,000,000 - $2,000,000 = 4
$4,500,000 = 1
 
There is 1 Contingent Waterfront Home for Sale on N. Padre Island as of … (7 comments)

brenda j andrew: 3013 Windswept Corpus Christi TX 3/2/2 Corner Lot $147,500 - 10/29/19 05:09 AM
3013 Windswept Corpus Christi TX 3/2/2 Corner Lot $147,500
 
Great Location, Corner Lot with Garage on the Side Street.
This 3/2/2 South Side Home for Sale in Corpus Christi features
an Open Concept Floor Plan, Ceramic Tile Floors in Kitchen & Living areas, with Laminate Wood Flooring in the Bedrooms.  The Master Bath has a Newer Vanity and Stand Alone Shower.  The Owners have maintained this home very well.  Recent updates include Double Paned Windows throughout, Roof (2015), Stainless Steel Appliances including Stove, Dishwasher & Microwave, Fresh Paint and More.
 
 
Slow Glide Close Cabinets, Newer Countertops & Granite Breakfast Bar, SS Stove and Microwave recently … (10 comments)

brenda j andrew: Corpus Christi Home Under Contract in Less than 2 Weeks - 03/12/19 02:51 AM
 
Corpus Christi Home Under Contract in Less than 2 Weeks
 
1314 Harbor Lights
 
This beautifully updated 3/2/2 was only on the market for 2 weeks or less prior to receiving a contract.  This house was priced to sell at $169,900 and a lucky buyers came along quickly.  We even had a back up offer - the Corpus Christi Housing Market is Hot!!
 
 
The owners spared no expense with level 3 Granite in the Kitchen and Baths.  Stainless Steel Appliances & New Tile Flooring Make This Home "Pop."
 
 
There are 2 Bonus Rooms, a Garage, Plus a Nice Patio & Back Yard Space!  This home was … (4 comments)

brenda j andrew: Affordable Townhome for Sale in Corpus Christi Texas Only $98,000 - 11/04/18 05:05 AM
Affordable Townhome for Sale in Corpus Christi Texas
Only $98,000
 
7202 The Mansions Dr. H3 Corpus Christi TX 78414 
 
This Townhome is technically considered a 2 bedroom one bath, however, there is a Bonus Room!  This could easily been used as a 3 bedroom 1 bath.  It is located on the ever popular South Side of Corpus Christi.  The location is so convenient it is literally approximately a 15 minute drive to Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, NASCCAD, North Padre Island and much more.
Check out the Private Patio
This is so much better than renting because you can make this unit your own. The … (8 comments)

brenda j andrew: Corpus Christi Housing Report for July 2018 - 08/28/18 09:06 AM
The Corpus Christi Housing Numbers are In for July 2018
 
The Median Price is up 5.3% Compared to July 2017
with a Median Home Price of $200,000.
 
Active Listings are Down 13.9% with 1,596 active listings for sale on the market in July 2018.
 
Days on the Market are 4 Days Less than July 2017 with 63 Days on the Market,
40 Days to Close, and a Total Day on the Market of 103.
 
There is currently 5.1 Months of Inventory Compared to 6.3 Months of Inventory in July 2017.
 
Closed Sales are Up 18.9% with 358 Closed Sales in July 2018.
 
The Price Distribution for July 2018 … (6 comments)

brenda j andrew: Under Contract in 3 Days On The Market in Flour Bluff ISD - 08/26/18 05:20 PM
Under Contract in 3 Days On The Market in Flour Bluff ISD
 
 
It is "No Wonder" why this Flour Bluff ISD Home went under contract within 3 days of being listed for sale on the market.  The home was completely renovated by the sellers within the past 2 years and so many improvements have been done.  The home was priced very well, which needs to happen in order to get it sold quickly. 
 
The owners listened to my advice and priced the property to sell, now they are past the option period and waiting for the appraisal to be done, and then … (9 comments)

brenda j andrew: Looking for a Buyer who wants to Enjoy Island Life in Corpus Christi - 12/27/17 08:59 AM
I am currently looking for a Buyer who wants to Enjoy Island Life in Corpus Christi.  
There are so many homes to choose from, New Construction, Previously Built, Waterfront, Interior, Beachfront, Homes, Townhomes, Condos - the choice is yours!!
Here is one home we have Currently on the Market for Sale in Corpus Christi.  It is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, with a 2 car garage plus additional parking.  It is located close to Schlitterbahn Corpus Christi, the Padre Island National Seashore, Corpus Christi Army Depot and Naval Air Station Corpus Christi.  Although you are on the Island, you are still within 15-20 minutes … (5 comments)

brenda j andrew: Thankfulness Challenge Day 8 - 11/19/17 10:55 AM
Thankfulness Challenge Day 8
 
Thank you Debbie Reynolds for challenging us to 12 days of Thankfulness.  I am just getting in on this challenge, but it's never too late!
I am thankful for my husband of 8 years.
He is my absolute best friend.
I have never met anyone like him before.
He is able to build furniture, tables, chairs, games, sidewalks, houses,
and almost anything you can think of. 
 
He is an incredible chef. 
 He can make the best pies of anyone I know,
the best cookies ever,
he can cook a great burger,
make the best home made yeast rolls,
and not complain at all if he has to … (2 comments)

brenda j andrew: Real Life in Groton Ct. Active Rain Photo Contest - 10/17/17 04:52 AM
Real Life In Groton CT  - Active Rain Photo Contest
I am accepting the challenge of a real life photo contest
that Active Rain is putting on
for the Month of October 2017.
 
 
This photo is for the Travel/Places Category & 
not one that I am using for a listing.
It is just a real life photo I took while we were on vacation
visiting our son in Groton Ct.  
 
There are several beautiful beaches in this area
and this particular picture was taken just off of one of them.  
The house had so much beauty
with all of the vibrant colors,
the water and boats, … (28 comments)

brenda j andrew: 5 Things New Construction Home Buyers Need to Know - 07/29/17 08:32 AM
5 Things New Construction Home Buyers Need to Know
 
Are you thinking of building a New Construction Home??? 
If so, there are a few things you need to know.  
Here is a list of 5 things
New Construction Home Buyers Need to Know
when building a home from a builder.
 
1.  Make sure you have someone representing you who is familiar with local builders, new construction contracts, fees to be paid by seller, and a basic understanding of building in the area.  If the builder does not want you to have representation, then RUN!!!
 
2.  Research the builder you are going to use.  Ask friends, family … (3 comments)

brenda j andrew: Corpus Christi Texas Housing Report May 2017 - 06/19/17 09:19 AM
Corpus Christi Texas Housing Report May 2017
 
The Corpus Christi Housing Market in May 2017
is still fairly good
according to the recent report
published by the Corpus Christi Association of Realtors compared to May 2016.
 
The Median Home Price is $185,000
which is down 2.6% Compared to May 2016.
 
The Active Listings are up 23.2% with 1,790 in May 2017.
 
The Number of Closed Sales is up 2.2% with 380 Closings in May 2017.
 
Days on the Market Are 112
with 74 Days on the Market and 38 Days To Close.
This is 9 days less than May 2016. 
 
There is currently 6 Month Of Inventory
Compared … (2 comments)

brenda j andrew: Sometimes............Life is a Breeze....Carnival Breeze - 04/17/17 04:34 AM
Sometimes...............Life is a Breeze...Carnival Breeze
 
Sometimes you just have to get away.  
That is what we did last week on the Carnival Breeze.  
It was a fun trip we got to take with 8 other people,
and we only knew two of them before the trip started.  
There were new friendships made,
old ones rekindled, and a really great and relaxing time.  
 
 
Our favorite Ports of Call are Jamaica, Grand Cayman, & Cozumel.  
We love the beaches at the Grand Cayman and Jamaica, &
love the shopping in Cozumel and people watching at Fat Tuesdays.
 
We got to snorkel in the Grand Cayman and … (14 comments)

brenda j andrew: One of the Most Beautiful Places in the World - 05/06/16 02:47 AM
One of the Most Beautiful Places in the World 
 
I am going to try to start sharing some of the most beautiful places in the world I have had the opportunity to visit.  I am starting my series with Maui.  We were blessed last year by a client who owns a condo on the beach there.  Maui is one of the most beautiful places in the world.  You will see rainbows daily here.  There are so many places to visit when you are on this Island.  We saw most of them during our 10 day stay there. There is a black sand … (14 comments)

brenda j andrew: Safe Reveal Party………………………. - 04/22/16 12:59 AM
Safe Reveal Party......................
 
I am sure you are wondering What is a Safe Reveal Party???  
Well, a few weeks ago I posted a question asking what is the coolest thing you have ever found in a property.  I got some really amazing answers and loved reading each one of them.  At the time, we had just purchased our very own first commercial property.  Inside this property was an old safe about 4 feet tall and about 3 feet wide possibly from the late 1800's or early 1900's.  
 
Well..........................................
 
We finally found a locksmith who could get it opened and my husband and I had … (11 comments)

brenda j andrew: Great Buy on a Waterfront Property in Corpus Christi - 06/24/15 01:40 AM
Great Buy on a Waterfront Property in Corpus Christi
 
Are you looking for a great buy for a waterfront property in Corpus Christi??  Check out this 3 bedroom 2 bath, 2 car garage waterfront townhome.  This property is 4 sides brick construction with 2x6 walls, a tiled roof and priced below $120 per sq.ft.  This is a Great Buy!
 
Priced at $239,900
 
For more pictures of this property click on the link below:
 
15349 Cruiser Unit B
This property also has 2 living and 2 dining areas.  There is tile flooring throughout for easy cleaning.  Seller just purchased a new stainless steel stove.  The canal this … (7 comments)

 
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