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Now that Hurricane Harvey has left his mark on our city and the water is now receding, it’s time to go into recovery and repair mode.  The 3 main things to do first is to first contact family to ensure them of your safety and theirs, contact the insurance company and then file a claim on the FEMA website.  Contact your insurance agent/claims adjuster, they will typically approve a certain level of sheetrock removal. 4 feet is standard if there was less than 3 feet of water in the home. Cut the sheetrock with a razor blade. Put a hole in the wall and grab and pull. Remove insulation from that same area. Feel above the dampened insulation. If it is damp, go 2’ more up. Once you are sure you have all the wetness gone and are down to the studs, spray with bleach. You don’t want mold to grow. Make sure your windows are open.  10 Important things to do after a major flood: Call your mortgage company, car loan company, student loans & credit card companies. Ask them for a 3 month reprieve from payments. There should ...

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Monday August 21st 2017 will be remembered as the day everyone was in awe as they looked up into the sky as the first coast to coast total solar eclipse since Woodrow Wilson was president! It had been 99 years since America's last Pacific-to-Atlantic total solar eclipse in 1919, and 38 years since the last such eclipse occurred in the continental U.S. That was 1979, before almost half of Americans alive Monday were born. My family and I were able to hang out in our front yard to witness this spectacular event along with many of our neighbors. Some had homemade viewing devices, fashioned from cardboard and a plastic filter. Others had special viewing glasses. Witnessing the moon cover the sun was certainly was one of the most incredible things I have ever seen. I read an article online that even astronomers were stunned. "The sun disappearing in midday? The stars coming out? Truly special,'' said Steve White, the director of Fresno State University's Downing Planetarium. Now, we are all looking forward to the next one in ...

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The Woodlands Development Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Howard Hughes Corporation, announced the launch of its latest summer promotion – “Move-In Ready & Ready for School”. When homebuyers purchase a new move-in ready home in the Village of Creekside Park or May Valley in the Village of Sterling Ridge, between July 1 and August 31, 2017, they will receive up to $10,000 in incentives from participating builders. Incentives may include design center upgrades, closing costs or price reductions. For a list of participating builders, incentives and promotion details, visit TheWoodlands.com/MoveNow. Certain restrictions may apply. “We are excited to offer our new homeowners in The Woodlands up to $10,000 in builders’ incentives through the summer promotion, ‘Move-in Ready & Ready for School’. Along with the promotion, The Woodlands offers exceptional educational opportunities for students of all ages from acclaimed public schools to private institutions and higher education. When you purc...

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OH YAY, (*sarcastic cheer*) the new school year is about to start! There is no escaping it, all we can do is prepare for it. I found 5 amazing Back To School Hacks that I honestly think every parent needs to know about. These shortcuts and sanity saving hacks will benefit not just you, but the whole family! If you have other suggestions for saving time please share them with me! HACK #1SAVE TIME ON BREAKFAST: Cut down on breakfast mess by making pancakes and waffles in bulk, put them into freezer bags and store in the freezer. Now your child can grab a pancake or two, pop them into the toaster, and voila, breakfast is served. HACK #2 BREAK IN THOSE SHOES: Having new shoes is great, but the last thing you want is your child coming home with blisters! Have your kids put their shoes on while wearing thick socks. Use your hair dryer to blow dry the shoes around the tight areas. Once the new shoes have cooled, they should be stretched out and comfortable.   HACK #3 KEEP COOL Although making ...

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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 builder. Often builders have their own agents on site to answer questions, assist people who walk in, and ultimately help with a purchase. But it's important to remember that builder reps represent the builder, as they are contractually obligated to do. Your Realtor will be a trusted resources for real estate information and can help you navigate the increasingly complex home-buying process. Realtors will represent the interests of the buyer alone and not the seller Fiduciary responsibility. One of the most impor...

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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 homes sold in June compared to 7,771 a year earlier, according to the latest monthly report produced by the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR). That represents an 8.3 percent increase and marks the largest one-month sales volume in history. On a year-to-date basis, home sales remain ahead of 2016’s volume by 7.4 percent. New listings pushed inventory levels from a 3.9-months supply to 4.4 months, the highest in almost five years. "June proved to be another phenomenal month for the Houston real estate market wit...

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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. Whether online or on paper, you can jot down small, regular tasks for each weekend and not be too overwhelmed. Do what works for you and your schedule, and as long as all these things get accomplished, your home will be happy for years to come.   Air Conditioner Drain Line: This is probably one of the most important tips! To prevent water from backing up in your home, it’s important in the summer to clean the AC drain line regularly with bleach. If the drain does become clogged, use a wet/dry shop vac to re...

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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 and shorten the amount of time that it’s on the market. You need someone who isn’t emotionally connected to your home to give you the truth as to your home’s value. What’s going on in the market? A professional realtor does their research on home sales in the area, mortgage rates, community improvements etc. They do this in order to price your home correctly from the beginning of the selling process. If you’re buying a home, a realtor can help you in knowing how much to offer on your dream home. This way...

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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 Development Co., in an announcement. The Woodlands Hills will offer hiking/bike trails, fitness facilities, event space, 20 different neighborhood parks, and a 17 acre Village Park! Wondering if you need an agent if you are looking to purchase a new construction home? - An agent can give you objective professional advice and insight during all phases of the process, such as contract, construction, walkthrough, and closing. - An agent is your exclusive advocate and will help you understand your contract and obligatio...

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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 Newspaper said they will possibly be done with the water park by spring 2018. It was music to my ears when I read that the Grand Texas will be about the same size as Six Flags AstroWorld! They also stated that when the construction is finalized they plan to open a sportsplex and a factory outlet mall! How awesome is this! You can send the kids off with dad to play at Grand Texas while mom gets to enjoy a day of shopping. To read more about this article visit : Community Impact

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