Closing of a New Home on July 18, 2012 in Cross Creek Ranch Fulshear TX       I am very happy to report today that clients of mine had their closing of a new home on July 18, 2012 in Cross Creek Ranch Fulshear TX. They are wonderful folks who relocated to the Katy TX area from out of state. She works for a major energy company which transferred them to the Houston area and he is recently retired. They bought a beautiful one story home which is approximately 3,000 sq. ft. from Perry Homes. Fulshear TX where Cross Creek is physically located is right next door to the Katy TX mailing address area but in a different MLS area.   These folks could have used their relocation firm but found me on their own using web searches and the relocation company was not involved. They were a real pleasu... 07/18/2012

  Cross Creek Ranch in Fulshear TX focus neighborhood   Cross Creek Ranch in Fulshear TX focus neighborhood is located in far west and slightly west of Katy TX and Cinco Ranch. Cross Creek is a Master Planned Community being developed by Johnson Development Corporation and which has been placing families in major developments for over 30 years. The development encompasses over 3,200 acres and is locaterd in Fort Bend county. This is my third blog of my series of neighborhoods in the Katy and surrounding areas.   Builders in Cross Creek include Ashton Woods, Kickerillo, Newmark, Perry, Plantation, Trendmaker and Village builders.  There are several new homes available for sale at given point in time. If you want more information about new homes available in cross creek contact me. Cross ... 06/25/2012

  Cork and Culinary Fair in Fulshear Texas   Fulshear is only a few miles away from Katy Texas and the movement of folks coming to this area these days is west heading towards or arriving in the Fulshear and the surrounding areas. Land to build new homes zoned to Katy ISD south of Interstate I-10 is running out. That is a basic fact. If you or family wants to buy a new home in South Katy that is zoned to Katy ISD you need to stop procrastinating and take action. No I am not saying this just to get someone to buy a home. I am just warning you of the eventual outcome if you continue to sit on the sidelines.   The second annual Fulbrook Wine and Culinary Fair will be held on Saturday April 14, 2012 with the fair being held from Noon until 6:00 P.M. and a gourmet dinner at 6:30 P.M. The din... 03/03/2012

  New Home Development to Begin in Fulshear near Katy Texas Beazer Homes has teamed up with Taylor Morrison homes to develop and build homes in Fulshear Texas. The neighborhood is named Churchill Farms and will consist of approximately 570 homes when completed. Each of the two partners is taking a 50% share of development and home lots costs. The neighborhood is being built on 209 acres and is located on Highway 1463 south interstate I-10. The Western boundary of Cinco Ranch is nearby and you can already see that the site is being prepared for home building. The plans are for homes to be priced in the $180,000 to $400,000 range. The neighborhood will have a community center, pool, two acre park that includes a dog park and a playground. It is expected the first closing will be during Se... 11/26/2011

  Holiday Expo Promotes Women Owned Business in Fulshear Texas Saturday November 12, 2011 Cross Creek Ranch in Fulshear Texas which is close by to Katy Texas will hold the second annual Mommy Swagger Holiday Expo. The event will be held in the multipurpose room in Cross Creek Ranch or 6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane, Fulshear, Texas. And run from 10:00 A.M. till 5:00 P.M. The Mommy Swagger main purpose is to promote women owned local business who makes unique hand crafted items. Most of these businesses are small and need a venue such as the Expo so they can properly market their products but incur fairly low costs. The 2011 Expo will have at least 25 different vendors marketing their crafts which range from clothing to home décor. One of the booths will be providing complimentary gift wrapp... 11/11/2011

  Almost Speechless Monday September 12, 2011 in Cross Creek Ranch Fulshear Texas near Katy     Cross Creek Ranch is a Master Planned Community developed by Trendmaker that is located off of FM 1093 approximately 7 miles west of the Grand Parkway or 99. This neighborhood has a majority of the zoned to attend Katy ISD schools. I believe it is one of the more beautiful areas in west section of Houston and Fulshear is right next to where the Katy Texas mailing address ends. Cross Creek has numerous amenities and excellent homes.   If you or family would like to view homes in Cross Creek Ranch or anywhere else in Fulshear or Katy contact me and I will gladly take you on a tour of the whole area. I hope you enjoyed the pictures above of Cross Creek Ranch but the subdivision is even better in... 09/12/2011

Here is your weekly interest rate update: Conventional 30 year Mortgage: 4.75% Credit score:740 LTV:80% Loan Amount:$200k APR: 5.25% FHA 30 year:4.375% Credit Score:640 LTV:96.5% loan amount:$200k APR:5.25% Conventional 15 year:3.875% Credit score:740 LTV:80% Loan Amount:$200k APR:4.45%   Call me today if you are thinking of refinancing or buying a home, for the best mortgage rate possible.  12/22/2010

Cross Creek Ranch TX Information Cross Creek Ranch homes are located West of Houston and South of Katy, off Farm to Market road 1093.  Cross Creek Ranch real estate features some of the finest premier homebuilders including David Weekly, Kickerillo, Perry, and Village Builders.  Cross Creek Ranch Real Estate Insight Cross Creek Ranch is an innovative community with over 3,200 acres of lakes, parks and hiking and biking trails.  Cross Creek Ranch real estate offers its residents world-class amenities including a resort-style swimming pool, wading pool and splash pad known as Lakeside Water Park.  The Commons at Cross Creek Ranch is a community gathering space with a 70- foot observation tower allowing the viewer a site unlike any other.  Cross Creek Ranch homes offer its residents a full... 11/28/2010

Getting a mortgage to buy your dream home or refinance that home is a major financial decision. When making this decision, you do not want to just go with a company on the Internet that advertises a lower rate. There is more to expect from a lender, then just an advertised rate. Here is just some of the things that separates me from my competition:  I am available 7 days a week, not just 9-5 (bank hours)  I have my own FHA and Conventional underwriter, allowing me to get answers quicker. And close your loans quicker  I am local, not a long distance lender. I am right here to help you.  Approved to do the MCC tax Credit. Ask me about this great tax credit.  Approved to do FHA,VA, USDA and conventional mortgages.  Underwriting and closing are just some of the aspects of the mortgage proce... 08/31/2010

Katy Real Estate News -Cross Creek Ranch a community with a true vision Written By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker 713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com (If you would like more information on Cross Creek Ranch or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Katy or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com) As a realtor who has sold hundreds of homes and has driven through hundreds of communities I can tell you a little secret.  Most communities lack vision.  Cross Creek Ranch is a community that truly embraces a vision for what the community will be upon its completion.  Cross Creek Ranch's interaction with the surrounding nature, the selection of top end builders to complete the community, and a truly superior layout will make th... 02/18/2010

Have you ever wondered about all the lingo that is associated with Green Homes and Energy Efficiency? Well, let me clear up a few things and give you a reference as to what different things mean. ACH- Air Changes per Hour- This is part of the Energy Star & Diamond Level testing to determine how much air leaks through the walls and ceilings (Hint: A lower number, the more efficient) AFUE- Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. A furnace's heating efficiency. Measures the heat delivered vs. the fuel used. Measures in percentages. The higher number is better. ASHRAE-American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers. This is the primary organization used in the United States for the design standards in our HVAC systems. ENERGY STAR-A joint program of the U.S. Environmen... 10/16/2009

Katy Real Estate News -Recent Sales in Cross Creek Ranch Written By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker 713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com (If you would like more information on Cross Creek Ranch or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Katy or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com) Homes in Cross Creek Ranch continue to sell briskly.  In the least three months 21 homes have sold.  Home have sold in an average of only 142 days.  A majority of homes have sold for between $250,000 and $600,000.  The average price per square foot is $100 but has ranged from the $80's to the $120's. For more information about Katy Texas, Cross Creek Ranch or the beautiful homes within the confines contact Katy realtor Tim Sojka at 713-822-215... 10/05/2009

Fulshear Property Value Update - Summer 2009 Written By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker 713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com (If you would like more information on Fulshear or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Katy or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com) In the retail business, Christmas is not only a special time of year because of Christ's birth.  Christmas is also the most profitable time of year.  In real estate, summertime is our Christmas.  More realtors make a majority of our money over the summer.  So I always find it valuable to review summertime sales by neighborhood. Between June and August, 55 homes have closed.  The average home was only on the market for 114 days and sold for $369,000 or about $103 p... 09/01/2009

Katy Real Estate News - Essence House Café Comes to Cross Creek Ranch Written By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker 713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com (If you would like more information on Cross Creek Ranch or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Katy or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com) Essence House Café, one of the most respected and best-reviewed restaurants in the Houston area has opened up a second location inside of the Visitors Center at Cross Creek Ranch. This is a real coupe for Cross Creek Ranch and for the owners of Essence House Café.  Cross Creek Ranch is one of the fasted growing Master Planned Communities in the area a real plus for Essence House Café.  Also, Essence House Café will add incredible ... 07/02/2009

Katy Real Estate News - Cross Creek Ranch has a strong start Written By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker 713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com (If you would like more information on Cross Creek Ranch or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Katy or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com) Cross Creek Ranch is just beginning to spread it's wings as a master planned community.  However, early indications point to a strong future.  Due to a great location and proximity to great amenities and fantastic schools sales in Cross Creek Ranch continue to be brisk.  The incoming medical facilities within a few miles from the neighborhood will mean more high paying jobs near by.  This can only boast home values long term. To date 40 ho... 06/24/2009

Here of some photos on a great new neighborhood Now Open!Whispering OaksSign view from FM 359 Gate view of Entry Two Great Builders; Beaver Custom Homes & Belle Terre Estate HomesHouses starting from $786,0001-acre Lots starting from $136,0001.8% Tax RateNO MUD TAXTo view avaiable listings CLICK HERE 04/08/2009

Fulshear - Property Value Update - 2008 vs. 2007 By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker, Fulshear Expert  713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com Property values in Fulshear continue to be strong.  Fulshear is truly a thing of beauty the lucky residents of the community.  This community boasts some fantastic and beautiful neighborhoods like Cross Creek Ranch, Weston Lakes and Fulbrook.  In 2007 - 113 homes sold for an average of $364,000.  Days on the market, a key economic indicator was at 97 (from the home on the market to contract).  The average price per square foot was around $108 dollars (this of course varied by neighborhood). In 2008 - 111 homes sold for an average of $371,000.  This type of increase speaks to the strong continued vision the community. ... 03/03/2009

Katy Real Estate News - Great Weston Lakes Resource By Weston Lakes Realtor®  - Tim Sojka (If you would like more information on Weston Lakes or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Katy, Fulshear or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com) Weston Lakes residents know that the community is one of the most prestigious in West Houston.  However they may not know how many great resources there are in Weston Lakes. Weston Lakes now features a great new website http://www.westonlakes.net/ If you would like to buy or sell a home in Weston Lakes, feel free to give us a call.  We are still Weston Lake's biggest fans. For more information about Katy or Fulshear Texas or the beautiful homes within the confines contact realtor Tim Sojka at 713-822-2152. To shop fo... 02/04/2009

Katy Real Estate News - Cross Creek Ranch By Katy Realtor, Tim Sojka (If you would like more information on Cross Creek Ranch or to arrange a tour call Tim at 713-822-2152 or shop for a Fulshear, Katy or West Houston home online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com)  Many people draw great pride from their heritage.  Some trace their family line back generations to more fully understand themselves.  Not coincidently, many communities take great pride in their past history and celebrate the events that bond their citizens together.   Few people know that Houston was once a secondary city to Galveston.  Many Houston businessmen felt held captive by high Galveston shipping rates.  These visionaries got together and worked to have the Houston shipping channel deepened.  This was a move to bypass th... 01/21/2009

Fulshear Real Estate News - The Simple Elegance of Fulbrook  The Simple elegance of Fulbrook - Fulshear Texas  The inviting peace of the country in a luxury setting. By Realtor - Tim Sojka (shop for a home in Fulshear online at www.Search-Katy-Homes.com)  Fulbrook is a very special subdivision located just west of Katy and Houston in the small charming community of Fulshear.  Homes range in price from around $300,000 to well over a million (depending on location and amenities). Each home is located on an acre plus and many feature water views and wooded vistas.  Most homes are custom built and each home in individual in scope.  This beautiful upscale community works hard to keep it luxurious country feel.  For instance there are lighting restrictions (they want the community to be dark ... 08/26/2008