When Texas A&M University announced their intention of leaving the Big 12 Conference on August 31st of 2011, there were mixed reactions. Many Aggies had been anticipating the potential transfer to the Southeastern Conference and were excited and enthusiastic about the declared resolve. In this moment it was likely that many of them, blinded by their aspirations for the future competition, overlooked the fact that they would be leaving behind their history in the Big 12 and a 117 year...Continue Reading!
Are you thinking about moving? Is the daunting task of packing up your house looming over your head? Fear not! Moving doesn’t have to be something stressful. With a bit of organization and a few simple tips it can be a smooth process.
I don’t know about you, but when I think of packing up the house, the first thought that comes to my mind is the McCallister family from Home Alone running around in chaos. There are so many people...Continue Reading!
It’s been a couple of weeks since my last post and, honestly, I have been tremendously busy. There is a reason that I have titled this post “Drinking From A Fire Hose:” please allow me to explain. This has been my unofficial theme since beginning my career with Century 21 Beal in Bryan/College Station after school ended. In my first training this phrase was mentioned by our instructor, referring to the immense amount of “have to’s” that was literally spewing...Continue Reading!
What are benefits associated with home insurance and how do I go about choosing the right insurance for me? This common question seems a bit daunting from the start, however, there are certain questions you can ask yourself before choosing an insurance company to help direct you.
When you are shopping for a new home, there are many small and large decisions and details to be worked out in the process. The following information will help you walk through the basic...Continue Reading!
Raylene Lewis is one of 3 Realtors at Century 21 Beal, Inc, in College Station, Tx recognized by the National Association of Realtors as one of the TOP agents in the country. Century 21 Beal Inc, is the only real estate office in the nation with THREE 30 under 30 agents working in their office! Below is an interview with Raylene Lewis, Realtor.
Susan Hilton: Why did you decide to try a career in real estate?
Raylene Lewis: I was a elementary...Continue Reading!
Homeowners Associations (HOAs) in the Brazos Valley are neighborhoods that have set certain rules, fees and conditions for homeowners. The lack of a regulation policy is primarily due to the independence of the Homeowners Association from the state of Texas. Unlike Florida or California, Texas law has very little regulation regarding Homeowners Associations throughout the state. This is changing, however, thanks to recent bills that were passed through the Texas Legislature meant to monitor the implementation of HOAs.
It is always possible...Continue Reading!