10/22/2008

      It has been my experience in the last ten years in as a professional real estate associate that the last 2 weeks in August and the first two weeks in September are the worst of the market.  It happens every year because schools are starting, kids are going off to college, tuition is due, books, room & board, clothes and the start of a new routine that one has to get used to all over again.  Those that are going to relocate for the new school year have by now.  It's lots of changes for the family. My wise Broker used to tell all her agents to save up for this time.  She's been in real estate for 33 years so I'd say she knows the ropes and the trends that happen every year.  She also said that any election year is difficult on the housing market.  It's the uncertainty of what will h... 09/12/2008

Have you ever had one?  A Hole in One that is?    Here's the article in the Hood County News!  There were 3 Holes in One in 1 day! But in the same foursome back to back!  The odds they say are 17 million to one according to Golf Digest.  The fifth hole is the signature hole for DeCordova Bend.  The ladies hit it from 120 yds. that day.  This hole is on all the calendars and promotion mags, etc.  Congrats to Mary Gage & Judy Goforth who aced;  then, that afternoon to Richard Bumpus who aced it from 170 yds!  Golly, gee, I knew we were all special here at DeCordova Bend Estates........I just didn't know how special! We have a rare group here.....and a beautiful golf course!  Come join in the fun!  Call and THE RUNNELS GROUP we'll show you the way to becoming one of the chosen few! 08/19/2008

 Here is a summary of the Key Provisions of The Housing Stimulus Bill that just passed and was signed by President Bush.  See how if may effect you!   National Association of REALTORS®Summary of Key Provisions of H.R. 3221 - The Housing Stimulus Bill (as of 7/30/08) H.R. 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008," passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, 2008. The bill includes the following provisions: GSE Reform - including a strong independent regulator, and permanent conforming loan limits up to the greater of $417,000 or 115% local area median home price, capped at $625,500. The effective date for reforms is immediate upon enactment, but th... 07/30/2008

This year in Real Estate has been a challenge......not that I don't like a good challenge.  The competitiveness comes out in me.  I've got to win the challenge......... For family health reasons, I moved to Granbury, Texas where my Mom and Dad live, just outside Ft. Worth where I was born and bred.   It's great to be in this part of Texas.  Granbury was somewhat new to me other than the times I cooked in the General's chili cook-off or visited the square in my shop-aholic years.  I think I forgot how hot it was & how much salt could come out of you to the point your skin feels like a piece of sandpaper and your vision is blurred by the salty sweat rolling into your eyes. I didn't know eyelids sweat.  Gosh, I can't believe it's not August yet.  It's supposed to be the really HOT month!  ... 07/22/2008

Why Now is a Smart Time to Buy Now is a great time to buy a home, say the financial gurus at the Wall Street Journal.The Journal calls it a buyers market!  Interest rates are at an all time low right now!  Seller's are reducing their homes prices to motivate buyer's to make an offer. Home prices are lower than they typically would be, priced & ready to move, priced to sell! Compare prices to renting a home & paying a mortgage, typically the price monthly of renting is the same or more as the price of paying a mortgage on a home. New constructions are ready to move, vacant & just waiting for you.  Builder's are willing to work great deals on new constructions with 2/10 home warranties guaranteeing good craftsmanship. There are a wide selection of Subdivisions with housing available & rea... 06/27/2008

Congratulations and Happy Birthday to the GFWAR on its great party and the celebration held Wednesday, June 11th.  Celebrating their 90th year in existence with balloons, bands, libations and delicious hors d'ouevres, plus local State Reps. and dignataries, made it a great event.  The National Association of Realtors is only 10 years older which shows the longevity and insight of GFWAR.  The guests of honor also included Past Presidents, Dixie McManus, Rob Renfro and Charles McMillan to name a few.  Charles McMillan will take the National Association of Realtors' President spot in 2009 only showing that once again a Texan will move to the TOP!  He's such a gracious man and a true friend to the Texas Property Owners and in 2009, the Nation's.  We look forward to his Leadership and thank ... 06/12/2008

Doing the numbers on these 2 gated communities in the greater Granbury area shows about how many months inventory are on the market in those subdivisions.  In the month of May, 58 homes in deCordova Bend Estates were on the market.  In addition to those, 5 were active and in the option period, 1 was active with a kick-out clause, and 1 was active with a contingency on it.  Seven homes were pending on their way to closing.  Since January 1st on this year 27 homes in Decordova Bend Estates have sold for an average of 5.4 houses a month., so in essence, DeCordova Bend has 10.74 months worth of houses on the market.  This is the absorption rate through the month of May. Pecan Plantation has 139 homes actively on the market.  With 7 additional homes in the option period, 1 with a kick-out cl... 06/02/2008

  http://edulog-srv.granburyisd.org/edulog/webquery/?9841061115514477nav=|&nod Here is the link, just hit the link add the address and it will tell you the schools that pick up the children at that address   05/20/2008

Yeah for Fountain Village in our area and congratulations on both homes entered in the Greater FW Spring Tour of New Homes winning 1st runner-up in both their categories!  With 90 entries in 12 different community, that's really saying something about the quality of the builders we have here in Granbury!  Coldwell Banker and The Runnels Group are proud to be on the team at Fountain Village.  If you would like to take a quick tour, go to www.GranburyRealProperty.com and click on Fountain Village Homes or call 817-776-1668 and I will give you a private tour! 05/01/2008

Hey Everybody..................according to the figures from the Census Bureau, the Granbury Micropolitan are grew from 55,713 in '06 to 56,927 in '07 and that's over 100 people a month last year moving into Granbury!  It represents a 2.2% increase if you're into numbers.  A microplitan area is defined as the urban area surrounding a central cluster (Granbury) with a population between 10,000 and 50,000.  There are 560 microploitan statistical areas in the USA.  Real Estate is doing quit well here.  It's a great time to buy Granbury,Texas!  Contact your Granbury Realtor and get the scoop on all the new jobs coming into the area.  If you don't have a Realtor....call me or visit my website www.GranburyRealProperty.com and The Runnels Group can help you! 04/20/2008

Interest Rates are Down.The Dow and Nasdaq are Down.Investors fear a Recession.Foreign Markets are Down.Real Estate Prices are Down.How much longer do you think it will be before investors return to the Real Estate Market and start buying up all of the good deals?Basic Investing In Your Future 101:  Buy Low - Sell HighDon't wait too long or all of the really good deals will be gone.  The rush has already started!   01/21/2008

The following neighborhoods and subdivisions are located in Granbury, Texas:Bent Water - Homes on Lake Granbury Cove, Ranches, rolling hills, ranches, farms, horse properties, acreage, views, views, views of the Lake Granbury Cove!!!  Catalina Bay DeCordova Bend Grand Harbor Harbor Lakes Indian Harbor Mallard Point Pecan Plantation The Peninsula Shores, The Timber Cove The Village - Upscale Homes on Lake Granbury starting in $550s - Only 9 lots total, includes 9 boat slip for residents and guests, gorgeous floor plans, each home has high-altitude lake view. Waters Edge Woodcreek Oak Trail ShoresBent Water - Granbury TX Neighborhood 10/25/2007

Pecan Plantation is only one of many wonderful Granbury Neighborhoods. The subdivision is almost a city-unto itself with a very active homeowners association. Fall in love with Pecan Plantation, the area that's tucked alongside the winding Brazos River. Offering some of the best views in Granbury, this neighborhood boasts new and existing homes flanked by a large, yet peaceful Pecan Tree Grove. The delight of this area, however, is the surprising little creatures feasting on the pecans a'plenty. You will find deer, buck, wild turkey, squirrels and an array of colorful birds. In Pecan Plantation of Granbury, Texas, the baby deer are more plentiful than cats and dogs! 10/25/2007