Amarillo TX will have wonderful 4th of July festivities for everyone to enjoy. However, as the big day approaches, there is a rush to remind everyone that doing your own fireworks within city limits will get you a violation fine of $2,000 per occurrence. The Amarillo Police Department and the Amarillo Fire Department are planning to have a solid approach to this year’s Independence Day Celebrations while reminding everyone that the possession, sale and use of fireworks in the city are against the law. There will be extra firemen and policemen on duty for Independence Day to help monitor the evening’s events. Novelty items like noisemakers and poppers are not considered fireworks so there is no need for concern with those items. To enjoy all the events that Amarillo has to offer on Inde... 06/24/2013

Pink House Team Keller Williams Realty 806-340-7630   OWNER FINANCING AND SELLERS   Is owner financing something that sellers should consider?  There are many advantages to owner financing also called seller financing.  Let's talk about a few.   I am not an accountant but if you talk to yours you may find that selling your house and receiving a big lump sum of money may have  a bigger tax liability than if you financed and took the money over a period of time. Your banker may say that they can take the money and put it into a CD and pay you peanuts.  It is safe but not working for you. Your financial adviser may say put it in a money market and stocks.  We have all seen how that can work out. Owner financing may be the answer you are looking for.   In a seller financing transaction, you... 06/11/2013

There are great benefits to getting pre-approved for an Amarillo, TX home loan, which is different than getting pre-qualified for a home loan. There are many potential home buyers who are really sure how the whole home buying process goes and what steps should be taken. It can make things stressful for the homebuyer if they start out wrong; therefore, I have some tips and advice on what the necessary steps are for getting pre-approved for an Amarillo, TX home loan. You can also use these steps for other areas of the country. Pre-approval – There are several steps that are required for acquiring an Amarillo, TX home loan. The first step is to get pre-approved, not just pre-qualified for a home loan. Getting pre-qualified can be a waste of time in some cases because it does not guarantee ... 06/10/2013

Now that it’s June and summer is in full swing, you will find many community events in Amarillo, TX that are great for everyone. You can enjoy many of the local community events with your family and friends all month long. Amarillo, TX Community Events: Coors Cowboy Club Ranch Rodeo – Don’t miss all the cowboy fun that Amarillo has to offer at the Amarillo National Center. You can enjoy branding, wild cow milking, bronc riding, stray gathering, dancing, barbecue, shopping, picnicking, and more. Date: June 07 - June 08, 2013 Time: 07:00 PM Location: Amarillo National Center First Friday Art Walk – Come take a stroll along The Galleries at Sunset Center each Friday of every month. The outdoor sculpture garden is a must see. Dates: Every Friday Time: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Location: 3701 Plai... 06/03/2013

The City of Amarillo will be hosting summer events throughout the season. On July 17th at Thompson Park Pool at 6:30 they are hosting a talent show for kids between the ages of 4-10. Entrants must be accompanied by an adult. Entrant and one adult get in free but everyone else must pay $1.75 which are the Family Night fees. On July 9th-12th at Memorial Park Gazebo from 5:30-7:00 pm they the City of Amarillo will be hosting the Summer Science Club. This event costs $20 for ages 7-11 to participate in chemistry, science, zoology, microbiology, physics and etc. On July 23rd at 7:00-8:30 pm at Southeast Pool the City will host Safety Night. Educators from Amarillo will teach you safety information about animal, water, fire, health, an many other safety topics. It's just another step to keepi... 05/27/2013

The Amarillo Zoo is located at Thompson Park off of the Dumas Highway and NE 24th. The Amarillo Zoo offer many events and programs throughout the year for you and your family to enjoy. Hours of operation are Monday - Sunday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm and admissions are as followed: Adults 13-61 $4.00 Seniors 62+ $3.00 Children 3-12 $2.00 Children 2 and under are FREE Admission is always free on Mondays for everyone!! They are only closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day, and Martin Luther King Day They also offer concessions through the months of March - October. In February they host the Mardi Growl, which is a celebration for Mardi Gras with the Animals! In March they host the Easter Egg Citement where you can bring your child to collect eggs full of treats and goodies. In April they ... 05/23/2013

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The benefits of a preapproval (not prequalification) for a home loan in Amarillo TX      A lot of consumers are not educated enough on how they should go about buying a home. This can be extremely stressful or enjoyable depending on how you choose to go about the home buying process for homes in Amarillo TX and the  surrounding areas. You must take the steps necessary to educate yourself on your buying power, take some time to think about your lifestyle choices, and the initial investment. This article will cover all of these.     Education     There are many steps to getting a home loan in Amarillo TX, this is one and it begins with getting pre-approved for your home loan. Take note that we didn't say anything about getting pre-qualified because in today's mortgage industry it is meani... 05/22/2013

  The Pamela Madore Group. Pink House Team Keller Williams Realty 7304 SW 34th Amarillo, TX 79121 806-316-7993   The answer is that you have to be wicked competitors on pricing to essentially put the other listings in your area "out of business".  Go to our website and complete the "what is my home worth section" and then we will show you how to put everyone else out of business!   05/21/2013

Amarillo Parks in the summer time offer many events. Southwest pool on June 27th hosts Pirate night for a little family fun in the sun! Plenty of fun and games with a full concession at your disposal. Time of this event is from 7:00-8:30. Cost $1.75 which is the regular price for family night hours during the summer. On September 28th in the Dick Bivins Stadium from 8-10 am, bring your football star to the Punt Pass and Kick tournament where they can test their skills for awards in this competition. Ages 6-15 may enter and they divide the competition into different age brackets to keep it fair. It is free to register!! Do you like to race? If so, sign up for the Mayor's half marathon/5 mile/ 2 mile races on September 21, 2013. Pick up your packet from City Hall on September 20 and Regis... 05/21/2013

The Amarillo City Parks offer many events throughout the summertime to occupy you and your family's time with fun and laughter. Starlight Theater Every Tuesday night the Starlight theater performs. You can enjoy different performances from local artists for free. A few examples are as followed: June 4th the Windy City will perform Classic Rock and Country Music, June 11th Buster Bledsoe Band will perform Country, June 18th Agave Posse will perform Country, and June 25th The Barefoot Movement will perform Folk and Bluegrass and so on and so on. These concerts will take place on Tuesday evening from 7:00-9:00 at Sam Houston Park and admission in FREE! Skyhoundz Another event the Amarillo Park has during the summertime is the Skyhoundz championship during the muttfest. On May 19, 2013 at M... 05/21/2013

If you are looking to purchase a home or refinance using your Amarillo VA Loan benefits, the rate you can obtain is a huge factor in determining which lender you choose as well as what your payment will be.   The market can be volatile, and Amarillo TX VA Loan Rates can change daily, and can even fluctuate during the course of a day.   So why does this happen, and what determines the interest rates you can get?   All mortgages are backed by bonds, securities that are traded on the open market like stocks. Bonds are the investment instruments that backs mortgage, including VA Loan products. Mortgage bonds are also called mortgage backed securities.   Mortgage backed securities can go up and down just like the stock market, therefore influencing all mortgage rates including Amarillo TX VA... 05/20/2013

There are many activities at John Stiff Park for summertime fun that will keep you and your family occupied. At John Stiff Park in Amarillo off of South Bell, they have the Amarillo National Tennis Center, the skate park, many baseball fields, sand volleyball, Southwest Pool and many picnic areas with playgrounds throughout the rest of the park. If you love tennis then you should definitely check out the Amarillo National Tennis Center. Court fees are $1.50 before 5:30 pm and $2.00 after 5:30 pm which includes 90 minutes of play time. If you want an extra court it costs $2.00 more. Seniors (50 plus years) can play for $1.00 Monday through Friday between the times of 9am-3pm. Hours of operation are as followed: Monday-Thursday 9am-10pm, Friday 9am-6pm, and Saturdays vary depending on the... 05/20/2013

2216 WOODSIDE DR Beautiful in Westcliff Amarillo    Great property in Westcliff!2216 WOODSIDE DR. Beautiful home in Westcliff with so much to offer. Great floor plan for entertaining, gourmet kitchen, huge master suite with very large bedroom, bath and closet. Finished basement, beautiful finishes like Spanish tile and hardwoods, granite, and much more. This home is also located on a large corner lot in Westcliff just a stones throw from the Woodlands. Contact us to schedule your private showing of this great home! 806 654 3842 dirk@caprockrealty.com You will love all the natural light and open feel of 2216 WOODSIDE DR. Take a look at the pics and also the details are listed below!  Property details.         List Price 279,000 New Construction No  Zone 0100 - NW Amarillo in City Limits... 05/17/2013

In Amarillo we have 2 main race tracks to enjoy for watching races or racing your own personal vehicle. The Amarillo Drag way is a race track that has been around or many years and is located off of the Claude Highway. Here at this race track you can race your own car with other cars in your class. You can enter it just for fun or you can enter competitions for cash prizes. Some of the rules are as followed: No glass bottles of any kind 10 mph speed limit in pits and return road Golf carts and 4 wheelers for car support only no joy riding Children under 14 years old not allowed in staging lanes Alcohol consumption by participating drivers is strictly prohibited Children under the age of 16 are not allowed to operate any motorized vehicle Cars Must follow IHRA safety rules. 2 drivers of ... 05/16/2013

Pink House TeamKeller Williams Realty806-340-7630 FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER Just because you are a first time homebuyer does not mean you automatically have low credit scores.  Just because you have medical collections does not mean that you have low credit scores.  Just because you made some bad choices years ago does not mean you have low credit scores. Many of the people that I help get into homes don't really believe that they can get a mortgage.  They may be discouraged because they applied for something and got turned down.  Or maybe someone told them that it was really hard to get a mortgage so they never try.    One of my specialties is mortgages and financing.   If you are a first-time homebuyer (or even if you have purchased  before) and aren't sure what to do, my job is to help yo... 05/16/2013

There are many restaurants to choose from in Amarillo. Amarillo is the 14th biggest city in the state of Texas, so there are many to choose from for all citizens and visitors. Of course there is the Big Texan which is famous for their free 72 ounce steak if eaten with in one hour. This is a large establishment that offers entertainment and a dining experience you will not forget. They also have a gift shop inside that you can purchase souvenirs. Other steak restaurants in Amarillo include, Outback, Hoffbraus, stockyards, and many more. If you are wanting to enjoy fine dining in Amarillo check out OHMS café downtown. They are pricey but the food is exquisite. They have menu items like Sesame Crusted Oysters with Spicy Miso Vinaigrette, Grilled Beef Filet with Poblano Cream Sauce & Red Ch... 05/15/2013

Homes for Sale in Southwest Amarillo   In this Picture: The Clock Tower Circle Drive in the Colonies    As of today there are 351 homes for sale in Southwest Amarillo ranging from $28,000 to $2,750,000. Southwest Amarillo is by far the most widely desired area in Amarillo. Small pockets of other nice areas exist in Amarillo, however Southwest Amarillo offers the most consistency in layout, best shopping, most restaurants, parks and other conveniences.   Here is a list of how many homes in what price ranges are available in some popular Southwest Amarillo Neighborhoods   Map of Southwest Amarillo and some Popular Newer Neighborhoods (New Construction -20 Years Old) Neighborhood           # of Homes for Sale                     Range Colonies -                 33 Homes for Sale           ... 05/15/2013

  For over 22 years, we have been Amarillo TX VA Loans specialists! We will teach you how to qualify for your VA home loan benefits in this article.     1:  Verify eligibility through your Certificate of eligibility (COE).     Obtaining a VA loan is easy. The first step is to verify your eligibility. You must order your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) through the VA which will also confirm the amount of your eligibility. If you were honorably discharged, or are currently active duty or reserves, then you are eligible.     Ordering your COE: The easiest way is that your lender can help you get your COE fast, usually the same day you request it. You can also order your certificate of eligibility through the VA either by mail or online. If you are an honorably discharged Vet, you will nee... 05/14/2013

There are a few places in Amarillo to play Mini golf. One place that offers family fun is Sports World off of I-27. They have 18 hole mini golf, mile long go cart track, arcade, and batting cages. You can also have a birthday party there where no child would be bored. There is something for everyone. The beautifully landscaped golf course is an experience that is full of fun and sites to see. There are caves, waterfalls and little rivers through out. It costs $6.50 for adults and $4.50 for children five and under. Finished golfing, well it is time to hit the race track. You can ride double or single in one of their cars. Single go cart ride is $5.50 and double go cart ride is $6.50. There is also a kiddie tract that cost $4.50 a ride. You must be 10 years old and 54 inches to drive sing... 05/13/2013