realtor: Soffit Vents for Zero-Lot-Line Homes in Bryan, Texas. - 04/23/08 04:15 AM
Several weeks ago, during a routine home inspection of a new home in Bryan, Texas, the inspector told my first time home buyer client that the left side of the soffit did not have vent holes, like were present on the right hand side.  It became an issue of concern to my buyer...why were the vents missing from the solid, Hardi plank soffit?
One of the builder’s architect  is a friend of mine, so I sent him a message asking about the missing ventilation holes.  He sent me the following reply, “I'm glad you have a prospect for our house! The houses … (6 comments)

realtor: City of College Station Real Estate for Sale - 02/22/08 04:31 AM
Today’s Home Buyers in College Station, Texas, who are perusing the real estate and homes for sale, can expect to find a diverse offering. There are many great homes on the market at this time. The current inventory ranges from one bedroom one bathroom condos to luxury homes in south College Station, with list prices in excess of 1.2 million dollars.  Whether you are looking for an economical first time home, a time-saving condo or townhome, upscale housing, or luxury living, there is a choice for you.  In our market, prepare to find single family starter homes in the $100k plus … (4 comments)

realtor: The City of Bryan Homebuyer Assistance Program - 02/21/08 08:49 AM
The words were music to our ears, “Yes, we still have some money we can use for them, since they contacted me earlier.” This is what Mary Lou said while speaking with her on behalf of my clients recently.  She was favorable towards working with them since they were within the guidelines for the program. Here is what the City says about this beneficial program, “The City of Bryan Community Development may provide eligible persons up to $7500 in funds for down payment and closing cost assistance for eligible home ...”               (City of Bryan Home Buyer Assistance).The cool thing is that … (5 comments)

realtor: International Investors eyeing College Station Texas Real Estate - 02/19/08 07:29 AM
The e-mail notifying me that he signed my guest book arrived on Monday.  He had visited my website some hours earlier.  In responding to his e-mail, it was apparent that the location was unusual.  It said “...@mail.ru.”  A quick Google search reveal that ".ru" is Russian internet provider. A reason that “Russia” caught my attention, is that I sold a home to a first time home buyer from Russia, who had a charming accent.  In the e-mail response back to him, I casually asked if he were using a Russian provider.  He responded back that he would like to know “more … (1 comments)

realtor: College Station Texas Home Buyers Benefit from New Property Surveys - 11/15/07 09:14 AM
When home buying clients in Bryan / College Station, Texas ask me whether or not they should get a new survey, I give them their options. They can utilize the seller’s old survey, typically saving $460.00 plus tax, or they can get a new one.  THE  PRO’s:   for reusing the old survey.  It saves time–sometimes surveyors are backed up about a week or more here in Bryan, Texas, and it saves money–these days, $460.00 will fill the gas tank about nine times, right?THE CON’s: If the seller’s surveyor made a mistake, there is very little recourse for the buyers since they … (11 comments)

realtor: What To Say In Place of...I TOLD You So! - 11/14/07 08:46 AM
My client figured that the lender’s inspection of the home for sale which he was purchasing near College Station, Texas was adequate.  He was going through the Brazos Valley Affordable Housing Corporation (BVAHC) a couple of years ago. The consultant  was quite helpful to my buyer, and showed him the best option to finance his home purchase.  (It was fun to interact with that consultant, for he has an active sense of humor–once, when an email I sent him was inexplicably delayed for six hours, he asked me if I was using the Pony Express to deliver my emails.  We had … (8 comments)

realtor: Double Ceremony–Closed and Wedded: First Time Home Buyers in Bryan, Texas! - 11/08/07 08:44 AM
"Nathan was an excellent agent and a complete professional. However, he also made the effort to remind us of the fact that shopping for a home is less about business & money and more about finding a great home for my fiancee and I to start our new marriage."  -D.H. This kind testimonial came from an engaged couple who were first time home buyers. They had been referred to me by a friend in the real estate business.  Through the process, I got to know them on a personal level.  In fact, one time, the bride-to-be was kind enough to bring … (6 comments)

realtor: Homes for Sale in College Station, Texas Are Safer Because... - 11/07/07 02:42 AM
Last night was the last evening of our College Station, Texas Citizens’ Police Academy. It is essentially an extended tour (ten Tuesday nights) of the Police Department.  Different officers form the presentation team, with a first and second session each evening.  It was a very interesting experience. Our graduation will be next Tuesday evening in College Station. Peace officers, as a group, have fascinated me for a long time.  Most of them are great assets to our communities. They are men and women under authority. Looking at the uniformed Sargent M. and his casually dressed, gun and badge toting associate, Officer … (5 comments)

 
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Nathan Cook

College Station, TX

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