Archive for the 'Buying Real Estate' Category
College Station smartest city in Texas!
November 29th, 2011 categories: Buying Real Estate, Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Market Trends, Selling Real Estate, Texas A&M University, The Realtor's Life
As an Aggie Realtor who works with clients all over the US, I constantly hear Aggie jokes, but who is laughing now? We always talk about how we live in a bubble here in College Station, but did you know that bubble was filled with the smartest people in Texas? The City of College Station is ranked by The Business Journals as the brainiest city in Texas among those with populations between 50,000 and 100,000. Some 28 percent of College Station residents hold a bachelor’s degree and another 28.23 percent have a graduate or professional degree. A lot of this has to do with Texas A&M faculty as well as so many Aggies staying here after graduation! The Business Journals ranked 483 mid-sized U.S. cities using 2009 U.S. Census Data. The rankings were based on the percentage of population with each level of educational attainment. Not only were we #1 in Texas, but College Station ranked No. 31 nationally. So, next time someone makes an Aggie joke, make sure and let them know that they are actually making fun of the smartest city in all of Texas!| Discussion: Your Comments Please »
Aggieland let’s help keep our neighbors warm this winter!
November 22nd, 2011 categories: Buying Real Estate, Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Selling Real Estate, The Realtor's Life
The saying that Bryan/College Station is in a bubble is pretty true to an extent. While the rest of the country has high unemployment rates, lower retail sales, and a housing crunch, Bryan/College Station is an area that trends better than a majority of the country! I have sold more homes this year than I did last year, so I know that we aren't hurting too bad in B/CS! Unfortunately a lot of times we don't realize that there are those in our community who don't know where their next warm meal will come from, where they will sleep, or if their children will be warm enough this winter! We don't see it a lot, but it does exist more than you could even imagine! This year, my kids and I decided that we would like to help those who are less fortunate than the majority of us in Bryan/College Station. We have started a coat/blanket drive in Castlegate with the donations going to the Twin City Mission! What started as a small project has taken flight. My daughter and I printed out about 100 fliers and asked a few of her friends to help us pass them out in our subdivision! ...| Discussion: Your Comments Please »
Saving Energy with Nansulate
November 21st, 2011 categories: Buying Real Estate, Home Improvement & Design, Real Estate News
I found a great Home Improvement Idea that won't break the bank!! Your first question when you read the title is probably; "What is Nansulate® ?" Here is the simple definition from the manufacturer...."Nansulate® Crystal is a patented, one-of-a-kind, clear thermal insulation coating for concrete or clay tile roofs, slate roofs and asphalt or wood shingle sloped roofs that lowers your energy bill and keeps your roof looking beautiful and new." I ran across this website while looking for a roofing product to seal roofs that have a small hole or something simple. This is what I found. At approx. $85/gal, the initial cost is a little hard to swallow, but the end benefit is reported to be great! Zoom in on the shingle....can you see the difference? It seals all the granules and makes the roof able to withstand high winds and hard rain. The manufacture states that the average energy savings after 3 years is 46%. Click here for the case study. We are in Central Texas, Brazos Valley, College Station/Bryan. What affect would it have here? I found a case study in Dallas!!!! It is a totally Green product that falls in line with Aggie values and what everyone should be thinking...| Discussion: Your Comments Please »
Castlegate II opening in South College Station
November 15th, 2011 categories: Buying Real Estate, Community Events, Home Improvement & Design, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Market Trends, Real Estate News, Selling Real Estate, The Realtor's Life
When I am out there showing properties in Bryan/College Station, I hear tons of rumors and ideas about growth in our community. Lately there have been many rumors about what is going on towards the back of Castlegate in south College Station. Since I sell a lot of homes in south College Station as well as living there myself, I wanted to get the real scoop so I could be knowledgeable when my clients ask me about what is going on in Castlegate. I went straight to the horses' mouths, and interviewed Wallace and Dusty Phillips of Castlegate Communities to find out more about the new development! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv3O_dxvRp4[/youtube] For more information about Castlegate and any home in Bryan/College Station, give me, Farrah Spears, a call at 979-229-0919. Farrah Spears 979-229-0919| Discussion: 1 Comment »
Aggieland Boot Campaign Has Begun
November 14th, 2011 categories: Buying Real Estate, Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Market Trends, Selling Real Estate, Texas A&M University
It is here, Aggieland! The Boot Campaign Starts today! I do it with my boots on, and you should too! Starting today, stop by the Century 21, Beal office located at 404 H University Drive East, show your student ID and pick up your free "I do it with my boots on" maroon t-shirt to be worn at the game Saturday, November 19th! What better way to support our troops past and present, than to wear your maroon "I do it with my boots on" t-shirt to the game! Hope to see you there! For all your real estate needs, Call Farrah B Spears at 979-229-0919 [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jWiLQxdMNg[/youtube]| Discussion: 1 Comment »
Record Mortgage Rate….WOW!!!
October 6th, 2011 categories: Buying Real Estate, Real Estate News
Do you want to miss out on a great opportunity to actually save money? Mortgage Interest Rates are at a record low and refinancing your home could save you millions of pennies!! Now is a GREAT time to buy a new home also!! Buying Real Estate is the largest most expensive investment most people have in their lifetime. Why are some buyers and borrowers on the fence? The main reason is that buyers and borrowers don't think they qualify. Do you know if you qualify for a mortgage or for re-financing? Here at Century 21 Beal, Inc. in College Station, Tx., also know as Aggieland, we have an in-house lender that is ready and willing to help any and all buyers and borrowers looking to re-finance! Century 21 Mortgage has provided Bryan/College Station with a wonderful representative, Gwen Fay, to provide top notch service to all who apply for financing! Don't be left in the dark not knowing if you qualify for that new home or if you qualify for saving hundreds of $$$ every month from refinancing your current home. Don't miss this great opportunity to save money from refinancing or by having the ability to get a higher priced...| Discussion: Your Comments Please »
