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By Leslie Don Wilson, REALTOR ABR ALHS CIPS CRS GREEN GRI MCNE SFR SRE
(281-804-2291)
Luxury Condos Coming to Rice Village: The ChaucerRice Village is getting a brand new luxury condo development! The Chaucer, planned by Randall Davis Co., will be a 12-story mid-rise with only 29 residences, offering an exclusive feel. Prices will start at a cool $1.5 million and go up to a whopping $4.5 million.Construction is expected to begin in September 2023 and be completed within two years. The development will take shape at 2360 Rice Blvd., right next to Hungry's restaurant. This prime location puts residents within easy reach of Rice Village, the Medical Center, Southampton, and West University.Designed for a walkable lifestyle, The Chaucer will appeal to a variety of residents. From busy medical professionals to those looking to downsize from a large home to a lock-and-leave op...
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By Leslie Don Wilson, REALTOR ABR ALHS CIPS CRS GREEN GRI MCNE SFR SRE
(281-804-2291)
Historic Structures Are Getting New Life Houston used to favor demolition for old buildings, but a shift is happening! Historic structures are getting new life through adaptive reuse.The Astrodome may be a rodeo storage unit, but it's still standing. The River Oaks Theatre dodged demolition threats. Project Row Houses has a long history of transforming homes into art. Even more adaptive reuse projects are on the horizon: Sugar Land's historic Imperial Char House will become a mix of offices, stores, and restaurants.                    Katy is exploring ways to turn its rice dryers into an entertainment district. One rice dryer, JV Cardiff and Sons, is already being converted into a mixed-use space with a beer garden. On Harrisburg Street in Houston's East End, warehouses are being renov...
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By Adrienne Smocker
(AS Properties Management LLC)
 For the artsy or younger crowd looking to move into the Houston, Texas area, the Theater District located downtown may be perfect place for you.  Houston is one of only five cities in the U.S. that offer year-round resident companies in all major performing arts.The Theater District holds many different art festivals throughout the year along which various music festivals.  Downtown apartments here constantly attract newcomers to experience the multicultural nature in metropolitan Houston.    
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By Adrienne Smocker
(AS Properties Management LLC)
 If you're looking to move to a city in the heart of it all Houston, Texas is perfect.  Whether you are looking for a new job, starting a family, or starting a new business, the local business and real estate market is in your favor.  Currently, Houston ranks second in second in employment growth rate and fourth in nominal employment growth among the 10 most populous metro areas in the U.S.  A perfect place to move if you just graduating college or looking for a new job.  
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By Adrienne Smocker
(AS Properties Management LLC)
  Houston's economy looks to rise again this year.  Houston market pros predict a jump in the real estate market.  Its market strengths have put it into the top rankings of an upcoming national forecast.   Being involved in the real estate market I believe this will help our beloved city put its mark higher up on the nation's map and attract more tourism.  
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By Frank Schulte-Ladbeck
(Frank Schulte-Ladbeck Professional Real Estate Inspections)
I have been away on vacation, and it takes a while to get back into the groove of daily life. As I was coming back from dropping my son off at the bus stop for school this morning, I looked around to see if it was recycling today. There were neighbors with their bins out, so I fetched mine for the curb. I noticed that not many of my neighbors had placed their bins out. In fact, only about a quarter of them had done so. Houston's mayor has been pushing for more residents to take part in recycling, and it is a shame if we do not take this simple step to help out. Recycling happens every other week on the normal trash pick-up day, and they take many of the items that can be reused. Thinking about recycling caused me to remember another campaign from the mayor's office: grease disposal. Ha...
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By Frank Schulte-Ladbeck
(Frank Schulte-Ladbeck Professional Real Estate Inspections)
Bad news abounds when it comes to home sales. However much of this news is dealing with the national scene. Is there any good news for sellers in the Houston market? Actually, there is. Builders are holding off on new home construction. The inventory of homes on the market has not risen dramatically high as in other parts of the country. Realtor Associations are predicting that many buyers will be coming to the market soon, probably towards the end of the school year. Home prices are still rising, although in no great bounds, in the Houston market. So maybe you should be thinking of having your home ready for the selling season.What can you do for this preparation? Well, one perfect task for the season is pruning trees and shrubs. When top growth is slow, roots are still growing. As a h...
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By Joyce Godwin, Realtor, CRS, RE/MAX Elite Properties
(RE/MAX Elite Properties; Serving Cypress, Spring, Tomball, NW Houston)
Is the Houston area a great place to live, or what!!? Average and median single-family homesale prices are on the rise!While much of the nation wrestles with the persistent effects of the downturn of the real estate market, the Houston area continues to hold it's own when it comes to home sale and prices as of the end of 2007.  The latest Houston housing figures as compiled by the  Houston Association of Realtors reflect comparative stability, with area sales and pricing performance still outpacing that recorded in 2005.  Rob Cook, Houston Association of Realtors chairman, said, "We're encouraged by the ongoing increase in average and median home prices, which demonstrates that Houston's eal estate market has staying power through the subprime debacle and continues to offer a sound inve...
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By Kathy Riggle, Houston Home Staging
(STAGING SMART N SOLD)
A musical about Port Arthur, Texas' Janis Joplin will be performed on Hubbard Stage at Houston Alley Theatre from January 11 through February 10, 2008.  Inspired by the book Love Janisby Laura Joplin, the play is conceived, adapted and directed by Randal Myler and recommended for mature audiences. Following the legendary rock singer's life from 1966 until her death in 1970, the play features performances of such hits as "Piece of My Heart", "Me and Bobby McGee", "Mercedes Benz" and "Ball and Chain".  Visit www.alleytheatre.org for tickets and information.www.StagingSmartNSold.com offers Houston home staging solutions to realtors and homeowners to facilitate a rapid and profitable home sale.
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By Candy Henthorne, Spring Texas Real Estate
(Results Realty)
The first Monster Jam of the year was in Houston at the Reliant Center last Saturday!  My husband, son, myself and a friend went and it was an amazing show!Houston brings some of the biggest names in the business. Saturday night some of the names and trucks were there; Dennis Anderson w/ Grave Digger, Daron Basl w/ Fiesta El Matador, David Smith w/King Krunch, Tom Meents w/Maximum Distruction, Adam Anderson w/TAZ, Jimmie Creten w/ Bounty Hunter, Scott Hartsock w/Gunslinger, John Seacock w/Batman, Christensen w/Iron Outlaw, the Air Force Truck was there- I can't remember the driver.  The Reliant Center had standing room only with over 60,000 fans.  The freestyle was wild from the very beginning and the judges were tough.  Daron Basl had a great freestyle with a score of 19 and finished i...
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By Cindy Bryant, "Houston Home Staging Pros"
(Redesign Etc. Home Staging)
The Alley Theater will present a  musical based on the life of legendary Rock and Blues singer Janis Joplin, Port Arthur, Texas' most famous daughter.  The musical follows her life from 1966 until 1970, (her death).  The play will feature her songs "Piece Of My Heart", "Me and Bobby McGee", "Mercedes Benz", and "Ball and Chain".  The performance will run from January 11-February 10 and is recommended for mature audiences.Call 713-220-5700 for ticket information. www.redesignetc.com Houston's Home Staging & Redesign Specialist taking your house from "For Sale" to "Sold".
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By Adrienne Smocker
(AS Properties Management LLC)
 I've got to admit, I love this town.  It's great to be in the heart of Harris County Texas which is a  nice mix of big city and old country lifestyle.   Being in Houston is Great.  The city is wonderful and the Job market is great.  And I really love the location.Houston, Texas is close enough to the Gulf of Mexico that I sometimes even get to make a trip south to go Boating.  Next time you're in this area, be sure to check out this great city and county.
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By Marchel Peterson, Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro
(Results Realty)
I wrote a post last Veterans Day on The Greatest Generation and a non-profit that helped soldiers visit their battleground campaigns.  One of my clients read it and sent me a response asking me to "Please remind people about the veterans that come home and have a hard time adjusting.  We are trying to make sure there are services for them when they return."  My client, Tom Mitchell is the director for a non-profit called US Vets Initiative Houston.  US Vets Houston is part of the US Vets initiative.  US Vets is the largest operator of homeless veterans programs in the country.  Started in 1993, US Vets has ten sites in 6 states; serving more than 16,000 homeless veterans.  Each year more than 1,100 veterans are finding work.  US Vets Houston provides counseling, job assistance, housing ...
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By Mike Gray
(Exit Realty)
Even with all the incentives being offered, discounts and opportunities available in the market in Houston, many buyers are still not going after homes. A couple reasons seem to stand out. One is, with all the media about the economy and pending recession, many are happy keeping their money in a jar in the back yard and waiting on safer times. Another is that people appear to be trying to time the bottom to get the very best deal available. Each day we get closer to the Fed meeting, more speculation comes up about the rates being cut and dropping again. Saying that, many people are sitting on the sidelines and hoping to get the cheapest house at the lowest rate possible. While I am all about getting a great rate and a home at the best price, I also feel that many great deals are avaiabl...
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By Jill Wente, Realtor, CRS, MCNE, CHMS
(Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | Gary Greene)
The Houston Rodeo announced its 2008 entertainment schedule today. The entertainment is sure not to disappoint as some of the biggest names in Country Music are slated to perform. The entertainers include Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Kevin Fowler, Alan Jackson, John Legend, Martina McBride, Hannah Montana, Sugarland, Rascal Flatts, John Fogerty, Toby Keith, Clay Walker, Brad Paisley, Duelo / Los Horoscopos De Durango, Miranda Lambert, Big & Rich, Fergie, Dierks Bentley, Pat Green, and Brooks & Dunn. Tickets are $16 - $300 and go on sale at 10 am on Saturday, January 12th 2008. The Hannah Montana, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Alan Jackson tickets are certain to go fast. Hannah Montana's 2007 Houston Rodeo appearance broke the attendance record and fried the sound system. So if you want a good ...
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By Kathy Riggle, Houston Home Staging
(STAGING SMART N SOLD)
Houston residents are needed to volunteer for the Park-to-Park Fun Run which benefits Hermann Park. As many as 200 volunteers are needed Feb 22-23 for race set up, registration, course management, and refreshments.The five mile run starts at Minute Maid Park and finishes at Hermann Park.  A two mile walk, kid's fun run, and wheelchair race are also planned.  Call 713-524-5876, ext 333 for more information.www.StagingSmartNSold provides Houston home staging solutions to help a house sell quicker and for more profit.  The owner is also an active volunteer in the Houston Bay Area community.
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By Kathy Riggle, Houston Home Staging
(STAGING SMART N SOLD)
The Houston Bay Area American Red Cross needs volunteer drivers to provide area residents door-to-door transportation to medical appointments.  This would involve nonemergency medical transportation utilizing Red Cross minivans, which are covered by Red Cross insurance.Local Bay Area transportation service is provided from 9 am. to 3 pm. on five days a week.  Drivers are asked to commit to a specific shift for between two and four hours each week.  Call Volunteer Houston Bay Area at 281-282-6035 or visit www.volunteerhouston.org for more information.www.StagingSmartNSold.com offers Houston home staging to realtors and homeowners which promotes a rapid and profitable house sale.  The owner has been a volunteer in the Houston Bay Area community for years. 
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By Kathy Riggle, Houston Home Staging
(STAGING SMART N SOLD)
The Arts Alliance Center of Clear Lake is seeking volunteers.  It offers year round programs including exhibitions, classes, and live performances for all ages.Reception volunteers greet guests, answer phones, and complete administrative tasks.  Curatorial assistants help to plan the exhibition calendar, develop exhibits, create announcements, work receptions, do research and special projects.  Help is needed also in fundraising research and public relations.  The center also needs an individual to coordinate the arts organization calendar.  Call 281-335-7777.www.StagingSmartNSold.com provides Houston home staging solutions to realtors and homeowners that promote a rapid and profitable house sale. The owner has been a volunteer for Family Outreach of Clear Lake for years.
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By Robyn Jones
(Robyn Jones Homes)
Check out this wonderful home my buyer bought off of highway 6!! A gorgeous mediteranean home with great arches and tile throughout! A wonderful Fannie Mae, REO! Bank owned and ready to be lived in! The home was in perfect shape, had wonderful wood laminate floors, palm trees and great landscaping!                          
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By Kathy Riggle, Houston Home Staging
(STAGING SMART N SOLD)
Beginning January 15th until April 30th, artist Sam Coronado will present an exhibition of prints highlighting the contributions of Mexican-American mothers, fathers, and grandparents during World War II. Coronado has taught art and lectured on Chicano art in numerous museums, art schools, and universities throughout the United States since 1986. He now serves as an associate professor at Austin Community College in Austin, TX. The exhibition will be held in Atrium I, Level II on the UH-Clear Lake campus.  Admission is free and open to the public during university hours. For more information, call 281-283-3446 or visit www.uhcl.edu/culturalarts and click on "art Exhibitions".www.StagingSmartNSold.comoffers home staging solutions to sell your Clear Lake house quicker and for more profit....
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By Johnny Schiro
(Icon Real Estate)
What if you could buy a brand new home in a growing community, lease the home immediately for more than your monthly note, and have instant equity of 10% or more? Does that sound like a solid investment? These opportunities abound in Suburban Houston, where home values and rental rates continue to climb. Nationwide homebuilders are suffering from slowing markets outside Texas, so they're offering incredible incentives to unload inventory homes. Typical inventory homes can be acquired for 10-15% below list price, yet homes built-to-suit are still selling for at or near list price. All of this in a market where commercial and residential development is as strong as ever. Take this example: In the popular Spring area of North Houston, a major homebuilder is offering homes starting in the ...
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By Kathy Riggle, Houston Home Staging
(STAGING SMART N SOLD)
University of Houston-Clear Lake's Small Business Development Institute has a Jan. 15th deadline for small business owners to apply to be a spring semester project.  Business students will offer free advice to help the small business grow.  Applicants must have been in business at least six months, be located within a 40 minute drive from UHCL, and be willing to meet with students.  The business must be financially sound and owners must disclose financial information and other business data. Call 281-283-3122 for more information.www.StagingSmartNSold.com partners with realtors and homesellers to offer Houston home staging that will  facilitate rapid and profitable sales.
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