tyler real estate: Tyler, Texas Holiday Happenings - 11/15/11 06:50 PM
The Junior League of Tyler presents Mistletoe & Magic - White Christmas from Nov. 16th-19th at Harvey Hall Convention Center.  
This is an annual event that features a collection of specialty stores and shops.  Vendors come from coast to coast to offer some of the best items for holiday shopping.
General admission is $8 per day.  Tickets can also be purchased for the Preview Party on Wednesday evening and brunches featuring style shows and preview shopping.
Mistletoe & Magic times are: Nov 17 & 18, 12-9pm; Nov 19, 9:30am-5pm.  Harvey Hall is located at 2000 W. Front St, Tyler, TX. … (0 comments)

tyler real estate: HOLIDAY HAPPENS IN THE ROSE CAPITAL OF TEXAS - 11/14/11 10:01 PM
With so many events planned between now and Christmas, I thought that I would share them with you on a daily basis.
Santa Land is a Christmas drive-thru park located off of Interstate 20W at Exit 557.  The exact address is:  11455 I-20W, Tyler, TX 75706-4842.  
For $20 per car or $30 per commercial van, you & your family/friends can experience the sights and sounds of Christmas and over 20 million lights.  Also for $10 per person, you can ride on Santa's trailer through the park.
Santa Land welcomes everyone from November 1-January 4, 2012 (6-10:30pm).  
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tyler real estate: NEW HUD Listing in Flint, TX - 11/02/11 04:51 AM

 
Become the owner of this new 3/2/2 in Flint, TX near Lake Palestine.  Only $120,000. It offers 1868 sq ft and was built in 2004.  Also qualifies for HUD's $100 down payment.  Contact Tanya Redic for more details at (903) 484-4109 or Tanya@SoldByTanyaRedic.com.
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tyler real estate: $100 Down Payment is Back! - 11/02/11 02:32 AM
The timing is perfect for those looking to get into a home during the Holidays for little out of pocket!  
HUD's $100 down payment initiative is back in Texas.  Those purchasing a HUD Home with FHA financing, can pay only $100 down instead of the usual 3.5%.  
There is a catch.  The purchase price must be at least the asking price.  
Imagine being able to get into this HUD Home for $100 but that is if your closing costs are no more than 3% of the sales price.  HUD will pay up to 3% of closing costs and … (1 comments)

tyler real estate: Maybe It's Time to Become a Landlord - 11/02/11 02:15 AM
It just might be that time.  If you need to sell your home and the buyers aren't coming, consider renting out your home so that you can make that move.
In some markets, home prices continue to decline so it isn't a good time to sell unless you have been in your home long enough to have equity.  Unfortunately, too many homeowners are "under water".
Homeowners who decide to become landlords and rent out their property must make sure that the rent will cover the carrying costs.  Having to pay each month to cover a shortage can be expected but generating … (2 comments)

tyler real estate: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SMITH COUNTY RESTORE - 10/09/11 01:05 PM
Is your home in need of a facelift?  Are you needing to purchase painting supplies at a disccount?  
Habitat for Humanity of Smith County has partnered up with Sherwin-Williams Paint Store to offer paint & paint supplies at a discount.
 

 
A gallon of paint can be purchased for $9.99 as well as paint brushes, paint rollers and other accessories.  You can also purchase light fixtures, cabinet doors & drawers and interior/exterior doors at a 40-50% discount for a limited time.
The Habitat for Humanity of Smith County ReStore is located at 822 W. Front St. Tyler, TX … (1 comments)

tyler real estate: 17.09 Acres in Chapel Hill ISD - 08/12/11 02:26 AM
17.09 acres + old homeplace = $85,000 bargain.
Secluded acres available in Chapel Hill ISD. Many possibilities and priced right. Property currently has cattle on it and an old homeplace that hasn't been occupied for years.  
Directions:  At Hwy 31 & Loop intersection, head East on Hwy 31 for about 15 miles to left on CR 246. Property will be on your right.  Gate must remain locked due to cattle on land.
 
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