
New Listing - 26414 CR 137 - 2.5 Million
Please take a look at my colleague's new listing. Gerald and Christina Gronauer Liesure and Ranch Living at its' Finest! 249 acres, 2 stocked ponds, one large lake, resort style pool, fire pit, outdoor kitchen with commercial grade ice maker and fountain make this ranch a luxurious retreat. The two story home provides the perfect lodging for family weekend getaways. Electric gate entrance, oak tree lined entrance winds through two stocked fishing ponds and hay fields. Move i

2016 March Market Update
KEEPING TRACK OF THE GREATER HOUSTON HOUSING MARKET Sugar Land, Richmond, Katy, Memorial, and more March 2016 Market Update April 30th Deadline to file for Homestead Exemption Link to Ft. Bend County Homestead Exemption Form Link to Harris County Homestead Exemption Form Interesting Market Articles Johnson Development breaks ground on Jordan Ranch(location is west of Katy) Top Seven Spots to live 2020 and Beyond (Hint: Fort Bend County is in the list) Featured Area Statistics
Pre-Qualification vs Pre-Approval
Whenever I am beginning to work with a new client, especially first-timer home buyers, the question we always must answer is "Are you Pre-Qualified or Pre-Approved? This terminology can take different forms with each lender but generally this is the way to distinguish between being approved in 15 minutes over the phone vs. having to send in several documents. Take a look at the difference here from my preferred lender Kevin Hollister at HomeBridge Financial Services. https:/
What is a "Resale Certificate"?
When buying single family homes in communities with a Home Owners Assocation (HOA), oftentimes the HOA will require a "Resale Certificate". You may also find similar requests from a town or city. Basically, a resale certificate is the opportunity for the communities to record the sale and require certain standards for the property be enforced (typically a $150-$250). In addition, it gives the purchaser of the property all the information and disclosures in regards to deed r

The difference between an agent and a Realtor
What is the difference between a Real Estate Agent and a Realtor. On the surface, and the every day perception is that they are one in the same. However, there is a distinct difference. While a Real Estate Agent has been licensed by the state they practice in, the Realtor is a special designation given out to those agents that join the National Association of Realtors. This association provides benefits to agents in regards to promoting the industry, technology, and other p