texas: Texas Exports - 02/16/09 09:20 AM
The Lone Star State is the nation's top exporter for the seventh year in a row, according to a new U.S. Department of Commerce report.
Governor Rick Perry commented on the top ranking, attributing the state's success on the exporting front to predictable business regulations and low taxes.
Perry's office released the data that helped Texas secure the top spot; namely the state's 14 percent increase in exports in 2008 over 2007.
Last year, Texas exports totaled $192.14 billion, approximately $23.92 billion more than in 2007.
Among manufactured products, the state's leading export category is chemical manufactures. Other top manufactured exports … (8 comments)

texas: Hunter's Creek-Melissa, TX - 12/17/08 04:56 AM

I have just moved to this great, little community in Melissa Texas. I wanted to post this so everyone could see the terrific values that are available just a few miles north of McKinney.
Realtors, if you sell in the area, please stop in for a visit. I would love to get to meet you and also show you this great community!

For more information please contact Lara O'Keefe at 972.838.9156 or visit Hunter's Creek.
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texas: Top 10 Reasons to Move to Melissa, Tx - 12/16/08 12:14 PM
Top 10 Reasons to Move to Melissa:
1. Location - only 7 miles north of McKinney. Close to many major highways.
2. Value - you can buy so much more home for your money! The same homes would cost $30,000 more in McKinney and get more expensive as you get closer to Dallas.
3. Schools - "Exemplary" in nearly every category & highest test scores in Collin County.
4. America's Builder - DR Horton Homes has been in business for 30 years. A public company based in Dalllas/Ft Worth who will be there for years to come.
5. Small Town Charm … (0 comments)

texas: DFW: A Singular Sensation - 09/05/08 09:17 AM

NEW YORK (Forbes) - When it comes to living single, Dallas-Fort Worth is tops in Texas. At least, that's what Forbes says.
For its seventh annual "Best Cities for Singles" report, the magazine looked at 40 of the largest urbanized areas in the country and judged them on culture, nightlife, job growth, the cost of living alone, online dating, the number of other singles and, of course, their cool quotients.
The Metroplex ranked ninth and was the only Texas city in the top ten.
Landing at first was Atlanta.
 
For more information please contact Lara O'Keefe at 972.838.9156 or visit … (4 comments)

texas: McKinney Greens Community-McKinney, TX - 09/05/08 05:39 AM
There's a hidden gem of a community in McKinney, Texas called McKinney Greens.  It's a beautiful community that feeds to highly rated McKinney ISD.  Here's the best news of all:  If you are considering moving soon, now is the perfect time to buy a new home in the area.
I stumbled across McKinney Greens some time ago, and I was immediately impressed.  The community is surrounded by The Golf Club at McKinney and is located just east of US Highway 75.  Two builders are active in the community at this time:  D.R. Horton and Highland Homes.  Highland, however, is closing out … (0 comments)

texas: Crape Myrtle Trails-McKinney, TX - 09/05/08 05:14 AM
I have a beautiful and scenic drive to work every day!
I drive a convertible and really get to enjoy all of the brilliant colors of the Crape Myrtle Trails in McKinney.
The colors range from deep red, bright white, soft lavender, exotic purple, and delicate pink.
Much like the Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC and the Roses of Tyler, the Crape Myrtle Trails is a project adopted by the city in 2006 to make McKinney a beautiful tourist destination.
These exotic looking trees flower from May to September and are very drought tolerant.
So far McKinney boasts more than … (0 comments)

texas: Big D's Big Job Growth - 08/30/08 04:03 AM

DALLAS (Dallas Morning News) - Three Texas cities were among the strongest job markets in the country over the past year, according to preliminary data released Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Between July 2007 and July 2008, the Dallas-Fort Worth area added 68,000 nonfarm jobs, growing 2.3 percent - the highest growth rate among the nation's 12 largest metropolitan areas.
Right behind DFW were Houston and San Antonio. Both cities posted job growth of 2.2 percent.
Meanwhile, the nation as a whole lost 174,000 jobs, not seasonally adjusted, during the 12-month period.

For more information please contact Lara … (4 comments)

texas: The Golf Club at McKinney-McKinney, Tx - 08/27/08 08:04 AM

The Golf Club at McKinney is a Lyndy Lindsey designed course that opened for play in 2002.  From the back tees the course plays to 6,851 yards.  This 18-hole course features Tiff eagle bermuda greens, bermuda fairways, tees and rough areas. This traditional layout offers a rural escape from the active community surrounding it.  With four sets of tees, the par 72 course offers a challenge for golfers of all skill levels. This facility is strategically located just east of the intersection of Central Expressway and Hwy 121 in McKinney, Texas.

The Golf Shop: The golf shop offers the best in men's and women's … (8 comments)

texas: McKinney Texas-Unique By Nature - 08/26/08 09:50 AM
McKinney, Texas is close to Dallas, but so different from it.
Located just 30 miles north of Dallas, McKinney's rolling hills, tree-lined neighborhoods, historic downtown and beautiful parks give the city a quaint, small town feel. It's quite different from the DFW Metroplex's urban sprawl.
The friendly charm and comfortable pace makes for a great place to live and raise a family. In fact McKinney, with a population of approximately 119,000 people, is one of the fastest-growing cities in America.
Spend Some Time in McKinney Visitors with an eye for history will enjoy touring the City's historic neighborhoods, with beautifully restored … (10 comments)

texas: McKinney Texas-Dining Out - 08/26/08 08:58 AM
 
For more information please contact Lara O'Keefe at 972.838.9156 or visit Hunter's Creek.
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texas: Best Places to Live-McKinney Texas #14! - 08/23/08 04:35 AM
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texas: McKinney, Tx-New Home-816 Setting Sun - 08/17/08 10:35 AM

816 Setting Sun
2 story, 2796 sq ft
4 bedrooms(2 down), 3 baths
gameroom, media room
Located in the rolling hills of McKinney Greens, this new home has an impressive cathedral entry and formal dining room! It also offers granite countertops, undermount sink, ceramic tile in the entry, kitchen, breakfast, bathrooms, and utility room. We offer a 1 year membership at the private Golf Club at McKinney. It includes an 18 hole course, 3 pools, club house grill, and work out facility!
List $231,990
Discount $211,990
For more information please visit McKinney Greens or contact Lara O'Keefe 972.529.5562.
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texas: McKinney,Tx-New Home-2916 Golfview - 08/17/08 09:57 AM
$3,000 Realtor Bonus!
2916 Golfview
1 story, 2045 sq ft
3 bedrooms, study, 2 baths
Covered patio with golf course view!
Located in the rolling hills of McKinney Greens. This home offers granite countertops, undermount sink, 42" ash custom cabinets, ceramic tile in the extended entry, kitchen, breakfast, utility, and all baths. This home is a must see! We include a 1 year membership at the private Golf Club at McKinney with 18 hole course, 3 swimming pools, club house grill, and work out facility.
List $217,990
Discount $197,990
For more information please visit McKinney Greens or contact Lara O'Keefe 972.529.5562.
 
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texas: McKinney, Beat the Heat, Golden Retriever Misting System - 08/13/08 02:38 PM
How to beat the heat in McKinney, Texas!
Texas summers can feel like it's as hot as the surface of  the sun!
We have found a way to combat this oppressive heat! A highly specialized, personal misting system.



 
Our two Golden Retrievers, Bailey and Baxter, are so glad that we built them their very own swimming pool!
Once a week, we take time away from Real Estate to beat the heat.
It starts the moment we turn on the outside speakers. Their excitement starts to build. Once they see the bathing suits, the barking to go … (14 comments)

texas: SOLD-New McKinney Tx Home-809 Setting Sun - 08/09/08 12:03 PM
$3,000 Realtor Bonus

809 Setting Sun
1 story, 2045 sq ft
3 bedrooms, study, 2 baths
This great new home offers an open floor plan with the kitchen at the heart of the home. Ceramic tile in the entry, kitchen/breakfast, bathrooms, and utility. This home is in the golf course community of McKinney Greens. We offer a free one year membership at the Golf Club at McKinney. This includes 18 holes of golf, 3 swimming pools, a workout facility, and a club house grill!
***If the buyers use DHI Mortgage & Title-we contribute $5,000 towards closing costs & pre-paids***
Listed $207,990
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texas: Holy Guacamole! - 08/09/08 11:00 AM

A long honored Texas tradition is margaritas, chips and guacamole on the patio!
My favorite Mexican Restaurant is Cantina Laredo! They will actually bring out the ingredients for the guacamole and make it for you table side. The service is always excellent and very personable. Cantina offers all of the best tequilas for the perfect margarita.    
 
Cantina Laredo is committed to giving you the true taste of authentic Mexican cooking by using only the best ingredients and preparing everything fresh. By preparing only the freshest fish, grilling only Certified Angus Beef steaks and hand rolling every enchilada, they know that you … (8 comments)

texas: Great Deal! McKinney Texas New Home-813 Setting Sun - 08/07/08 07:03 AM

813 Setting Sun
2 story, 3140 sq ft
4 bedrooms, study, 2.5 baths
huge gameroom, cathedral entry & formal dining

This beautiful new DR Horton home is nestled in the rolling hills of McKinney Greens in McKinney Texas. We offer a free one year membership at the Golf Club at McKinney. Where you can enjoy 18 holes of golf, 3 swimming pools, a workout facility, tennis courts, and a club house grill! This home offers 42" ash custom cabinets, ceramic tile floors in the entry, kitchen/breakfast, all bathrooms, and utility room!
***If the buyers use DHI Mortgage & Title-we contribute … (4 comments)

 
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