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The answer is YES! A new construction home has a lot of advantages, but many buyers make the false assumption that they can save money by not using their own Realtor when purchasing a new home. But this is not true. You may not know this but the commission for your Realtor is legally part of the purchase price. If you are not using your own Realtor, the builder simply receives an extra 3% from your purchase.   Basically, it’s free for you to use a Realtor.  Yes I said FREE! Builder sales reps represent the ...

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Housing inventory reaches highest level in nearly five years Temperatures weren’t the only thing soaring in June, as home prices and sales volume reached new heights, keeping 2017 on track to be a record year for Houston real estate. The greatest sales gains took place among homes priced from $750,000 and above (categorized as the luxury market), followed by homes in the $150,000 to $249,999 range. June was the eighth straight month that the luxury segment enjoyed rising sales. A total of 8,414 single-family...

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As a home owner it can be intimidating to think about all the various tasks that come with keeping up with your home maintenance. The good news is that you can do the majority of it on your own without much experience. YouTube and Google can certainly help you out if you are a first time home buyer. If you really get stuck, call your local handyman to help you out. In order to maximize your efficiency and actually get all of these tasks done, you might want to create a home maintenance calendar for yourself. Whet...

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Whether you are planning to buy or sell a home it can certainly be quite a journey. Hiring a professional and experienced realtor to help guide you to your ultimate goal is extremely important. Here are some of the many reasons you honestly NEED a real estate “PROFESSIONAL” and not just your mothers, neighbors, nephews, son who has little real estate experience: What is the home you’re buying/selling really worth? It is important for your home to be priced correctly from the start to attract the right buyers ...

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Are you looking for a new construction home in The Woodlands or Conroe area? Well great news! The Woodlands Hills is coming to the Conroe/Willis area in early 2018! This 2,000 acre community is going to be located about 13 miles north of The Woodlands. "Located in close proximity to The Woodlands, The Woodlands Hills will feature gently rolling terrain for its natural amenities and acres of green space, as well as for its convenience to The Woodlands," said Tim Welbes, co-president of The Woodlands Developm...

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HAVE YOU HEARD?! I'm sure many of us who drive up and down I-45 north can see the amount of people lined up to get on the rides at Wet 'n' Wild Splash Town. The full parking lot definitely is a sign that Houstonians LOVE water parks. Well great news! We are getting another! The Grand Texas Theme Park is finally moving forward with the construction of the new water park, which is located near the intersection of Hwy. 59 and Hwy. 242 just north of Kingwood. An article I read from the Community Impact News...

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Low oil prices continued to be a problem for economies throughout the world in the first and second quarter of 2016. Overall, the Woodlands' growth in the second quarter slowed, but showed progress nonetheless. The good news is that growth is continuing thanks to its diverse industries. This cool down is not unexpected – many economists had already predicted this near the end of 2015. The historic lows on oil and gas prices were expected to impact the Greater Houston Area economy as a whole. Indeed, ener...

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Looking for the best place to call home in the Greater Houston area? Do you want to live in an area that’s close to plenty of employment opportunities, has a great quality of life, a low cost of living, and safe and beautiful neighborhoods? Look no further than the Woodlands. With dozens of awards and accolades and a years-long reputation for being one of the top master-planned communities in Texas, the Woodlands could be just what you're looking for. Here are the top 5 reasons why you’d want to mak...

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The recent downturn notwithstanding, the city of Houston continues to grow, with new plans and developments in the works. Some have already broken ground, while others are nearing completion or have just been completed. Some of the most notable projects over the past year include the METRORail Expansion, which connected residents to even more parts of the Inner Loop's major districts faster. And who can forget the incredible renovations that transformed Buffalo Bayou Park last fall. There were more than 25 planned...

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Moving somewhere new for a job can prove to be challenging.  The thought of packing, sorting, and giving your life an overhaul can be daunting. But relocating offers a fresh perspective and plenty of opportunities for growth. As the saying goes, “new can be better” may prove to be true. And with a few handy tricks outlined below, anyone can make the transition as smooth as possible. Ask for help with relocation Sometimes, relocation packages are not offered by the company. This should not dissuade you from ne...

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