PEARLAND AREA EXPERTS AND RELOCATION SPECIALISTS Exclusive Buyer's Agents  More Than Just Real Estate Agents.... Real Estate Consultants Representation - NOT Sales   Lifetime Television interviewing the President of the National Association of Exclusive Buyer's Agents     TEXAS BUYER REALTY agents are Highly trained in residential home construction and negotiating on the behalf of the home buyer  Unlike traditional Real Estate Agents, we do not list properties for sale. We provide representation instead of sales. Our agents are trained in residential home construction and will point out potential problems. We NEVER pressure to buy. We look out for your best interests. We do not require a Buyer Representation Agreement. We interview our clients to make sure we can work together as a TEAM... 08/17/2010

Exclusive Buyer's Agents  More Than Just Real Estate Agents.... Real Estate Consultants Representation - NOT Sales   Lifetime Television interviewing the President of the National Association of Exclusive Buyer's Agents     TEXAS BUYER REALTY agents are Highly trained in residential home construction and negotiating on the behalf of the home buyer  Unlike traditional Real Estate Agents, we do not list properties for sale. We provide representation instead of sales. Our agents are trained in residential home construction and will point out potential problems. We NEVER pressure to buy. We look out for your best interests. We do not require a Buyer Representation Agreement. We interview our clients to make sure we can work together as a TEAM.  TEXAS BUYER REALTY LLC is part of a big change... 08/17/2010

       Sedona Lakes is located in Manvel Texas, right next to Pearland and Hwy 288      When complete, Sedona Lakes will have approximately 925 homes, a recreation center, community retail, and an on-site elementary school in the Alvin ISD.Sedona Lakes offers new homes from the low $200,000's to the $600s+. Perry Homes and Kimball Hill Homes are building on our 60' wide home sites; Perry and Plantation are building on our 70' wide home sites, and on our largest home sites at 80' wide, Perry and J. Patrick are offering spacious homes, some of which have water views to lakes, wetlands and Mustang Bayou. Models are scheduled to open in early 2009.Our recreation center and swimming pool are scheduled to open summer of 2009, and our internal fiber network allows for high speed Internet, phon... 08/16/2010

  The Pearland Little League Team is heading to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA!     I am so proud of the boys on the Pearland Little League Team!  They battled several good teams over the past few weeks and earned a spot to in the Little League World Series In Williamsport, PA!  On August 20th, the Pearland Little League will face the Midwest Region Champion in its first game in Williamsport.     If you are as proud of these boys as I am, then you will want to come out to the Pep Rally at the Pearland High School Stadium “the Rig” on Sunday, August 15th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm and show your support for this great group of kids!      Additionally, a fundraiser will be held at the Pep Rally to raise the additional funds these boys and their families will need to off-set t... 08/13/2010

Great news for Pearland Homebuyers & Sellers! Pearland Mortgage Rates have hit an all time low of 4.49%!     According to Alan Zibel of the Associated Press, mortgage rates dropped to the lowest level in decades for the sixth time in seven weeks, offering the most attractive opportunity for those who qualify to refinance or purchase a home.   Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the average rate for 30-year fixed loans this week was 4.49 percent, down from 4.54 percent last week. According to Zibel, that's the lowest since Freddie Mac began tracking rates in 1971. The average rate on the 15-year fixed loan dropped to 3.95 percent, down from 4 percent last week and the lowest on record. The last time home loan rates were lower was during the 1950s, when most mortgages lasted ju... 08/10/2010

Recreation Center and Natatorium Grand Opening Location: Recreation Center and Natatorium 4141 Bailey Road, Pearland, TX When: Saturday, August 7, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone: 281-652-1673   The Pearland Parks & Recreation Dept. cordially invites the Public to the Grand Opening of the Recreation Center & Natatorium on Saturday, August 7, 2010! Located on the corner of Bailey and Veteran’s Drive, the $21.6 million facility will provide fitness and aquatic opportunities for both the Pearland community and surrounding cities. The Recreation Center & Natatorium offers residents a high-quality facility which can be utilized for a number of health and fitness purposes. The annual membership rate is $300 a year for adults, and $150 for each additional adult. For non-residents, it's $450 for ... 08/06/2010

If you haven't been to the Yankee Candle Shop in the Pearland Towne Center, you will want to add this to the list of stores you would like to check out.  I admit it.  I am a Yankee Candle fan!   They have candles of every size and fragrance and I have never left there empty handed.  The people who work in the store are so nice and they don't mind if you smell every candle in the shop......I know that is true because I usually stay for a long time trying to make up my mind.  No matter what mood you are in, there is a candle to match.  Visit them today.  I'll see you there.   08/05/2010

New this Fall:  Pearland Parks and Recreation After-School Program! Parks and Recreation is thrilled to announce the offering of an exciting After-School Program designed to enrich middle school student's activity after regular school hours. The program begins August 23, 2010 and follows the Pearland ISD calendar and operates from school dismissal to 6:30pm. Transportation is provided for students from Alexander, Sam Jamison, Leon Sablatura and Rogers Middle Schools to Bailey Campus at 4917 Bailey Rd. in Pearland. Fees are based per student at $175 per month. Students are provided with a healthy snack, an opportunity to complete homework, a variety of fun and dynamic activities, arts and crafts, and indoor and outdoor recreational play. The After-School program will also partner with P... 08/05/2010

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Blood Drive WHEN: August 11, 2010 TIME: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm WHERE: Pearland Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot   Each day hundreds of people in our area rely on the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to receive the blood they need to survive.  Interestingly, sixty percent of the U.S. population is eligible to donate, however only 5 percent do so. However, individuals can help maintain a strong blood supply by choosing to Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter. Please show your support and schedule your donation today. You can help save lives! Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will host an upcoming blood drive with Pearland Chamber Of Commerce on August 11, 2010 from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM in the Commerce Center parking lot. Commit for Life donors will r... 08/04/2010

08/02/2010

If you haven't had a chance to visit the Hobby Lobby in Pearland, you really need to take some time to visit this fantastic store.  If you like to decorate or watch the home decorating shows on TV, then Hobby Lobby is for you.   Read the decorating magazines and pick out the things you think you could never afford and head to Hobby Lobby.  You are in for a nice surprise!  Great prices and so much fantastic merchandise.  I'll probably see you there! It is the simple touches that will make your house feel special.  08/02/2010

  If you have yet to attend one of the great Pearland Parks and Recreation's Summer Concert Series concerts, then you have missed out on a wonderful & fun family event!  But don't worry - you still have one more chance to enjoy a concert in the park! Come out and relax to the tunes of a live Caribbean band this Friday at Southdown Park! The splash pad and playground are available for the kids. A food vendor wil also be onsite selling delicious treats. Or bring your own! Just remember, glass containers are prohibited. Many people bring blankets or lawn chairs to sit on so don't forget yours!  Bring your kids and make a family evening of this great and free community event!  For more information, visit the Pearland Parks and Recreation website. 07/29/2010

WHEN: Friday, August 13, 2010 WHERE: Hilton Americas Houston   On Friday, August 13, 2010, the Pearland Neighborhood Center (PNC) will be hosting its annual gala to raise money for the center. The Pearland Neighborhood Center is a non-profit very close to my heart.  I have been active in fundraising for the PNC for several years now.  In 2008, I was honored to be named Queen of the Pearland Neighborhood Center - what an awarding experience!   If you are not already aware of what exactly the center does - let me tell you.  The Pearland Neighborhood Center is Pearland’s only multi-service facility. Established in 1987, its mission statement is “to provide a foundation of effective services and responsive programs to facilitate the development of individuals and families”. Prior to 1987, ... 07/29/2010

Big Humphrey's Pizza and Italian Restaurant 5627 Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77581 (281) 485-0392   If you live in Pearland, then I'm sure you have heard of Big Humphrey's Pizza!  My family loves this restaurant! Not only do they have outstanding pizza and pasta but their down-home welcoming atmosphere makes you feel like a member of the family.     This past weekend, my family & I went to Big Humphrey's for good dinner and as always, we were not disappointed!  One of the many reasons we love to go to to Big Humphrey's is that it is kid-friendly!  Big Humphrey's has a great menu feature that allows children to "create their own pizza."    This has got to be the reason why my son Jayden loves coming to Big Humphrey's!    The server brings out a pizza pie shell, sauce and all a variety of p... 07/27/2010

JULY 2010 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general. The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau and Realtor.org reports, videos, key market indicators and real estate sales statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more. Please click here to view the JULY 2010 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsle... 07/25/2010

My good friend Donald Narcisse is being inducted into the Candian Football Hall of Fame.  This is over due for a man that was the face of the Saskatchewan Roughriders for over 10 years.  Here is just a short list of the highlights of his career: Had 1000 recieving yards a year for 7yrs.  1989-1995 1419 receiving yards in 1989 When he retired he was #1 all time in career receptions, 3rd in receiving yards He has the most games in Professional Football with at least one reception Played from 1989-1999 with one Team, Saskatchewan Roughriders Won the Grey Cup in 1989 Started the "Catch for Kids" program with SaskEnergy.  Voted the #7 best Roughrider of all Time July 31st, 2010 will be Don Narcisse day in Saskatchewan His friends have called him "Hall of Fame" for years.  This induction is o... 07/23/2010

If you are looking for a Senior Community in the Pearland Area, you owe it to yourself to check out Country Place.  Country Place is a 55+ Active Community.  Country Place has an olympic size swimming pool, tennis courts, a picnic area by the lake and a Carriage House with lots of planned activies.  This is a gated neighborhood with a guard 24/7.  It's a great place to call home. 07/22/2010

Grand Opening Location: Recreation Center and Natatorium 4141 Bailey Road, Pearland, TX When: Saturday, August 7, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone: 281-652-1673   The Pearland Parks & Recreation Dept. cordially invites the Public to the Grand Opening of the Recreation Center & Natatorium! Located on the corner of Bailey and Veteran’s Drive, the $21.6 million facility will provide fitness and aquatic opportunities for both the Pearland community and surrounding cities. The Recreation Center & Natatorium offers residents a high-quality facility which can be utilized for a number of health and fitness purposes. The annual membership rate is $300 a year for adults, and $150 for each additional adult. For non-residents, it's $450 for adults. For seniors 60 and older, the annual membership rate ... 07/22/2010

Due to the recent rain we received, we are experiencing one of nature's cruelest jokes: the mosquito!  I don't know about you, but out of every bug, I loathe the mosquito the most!  I thought a blog about how to combat these pesky creatures were just the way to start off the week!  While it will be impossible to get rid of every mosquito, these tips will help ensure that you take proactive measures to gain the upper hand!   First, remove every source of standing water you can find around your home. This includes water sitting in old tires, in flowerpot saucers, in tin cans, children's pools, in barrels or in birdbaths, which should be cleaned thoroughly once a week. Also make sure rain gutters are cleaned out so that a blockage doesn't allow standing water to form.  Some also suggest t... 07/21/2010

A recent article, "America's Best Cities for Singles" on yahoo.com ranked the Top 10 U.S. cities for single adults to live. Citing Houston's sheer energy, its relentless Texas pride, and above all, its refusal to take itself totally seriously, lends it no small appeal, Houston, Texas was ranked # 8 for single adults to live. The article also mentioned the area's well-endowed museums, highly regarded performing arts scene, and abundant nightlife!   So how does that make Pearland a great place for single adults to live?   First, owning a home in Pearland offers an affordable and stylish alternative for single adults.  Renting in the Houston metropolitan area can get very pricey. Yet Pearland home ownership can offer affordable housing in a great area!   Second, owning a home in Pearland,... 07/19/2010