April 27, 2007

After the Baby Expo and Golf Tournament, It's Back to Business

This week, we've got quite a bit of legalese that you might want to be aware of. These are upcoming amendments and bills that will directly affect you and your family in the very near future. Please make sure that everyone you know is aware of these bills, and let's help get them passed. We've also got a some buyers and sellers tips for our readers. Finally, we'll wrap it up with news about the Katy Kid & Baby Expo and the results from the 2nd Annual Keller Williams Golf Classic benefiting Cinco Charities.

If you or anyone you know is looking to buy, sell, or lease real estate now or in the future, please have them contact me... I'd love to help out. And remember, your referral is the greatest compliment I could ever receive! I can even help with friends and family in other cities and states!

Your Grandparents Need Your Help

A New Amendment in the Texas Legislature Aims to Fix Some Oversights

On May 12, 2007, Texas voters will once again be asked to hit the polls to vote on the latest round of bills for the Texas Legislature. This time however, it's your grandparents who need you to show up en masse. House Bill SJR13 will be voted on, and unless it passes our seniors will pay the price. Read More »

Open Letter to Katy Area Parents

Katy ISD Announces it's next Superintendent

After an intense three-month search for a new superintendent, the Katy ISD Board of Trustees announced a lone finalist for the position on Thursday night. The board's selection, Alton Frailey, who is currently superintendent of the DeSoto ISD near Dallas, is an excellent fit for our district. Read More »

HB 3798 to Protect NEW Homebuyers

A New Bill in the Texas Legislature Aims to Protect NEW Homebuyers

It has long been a practice of homebuilders to offer small discounts on closing costs and/or final price in exchange for using the builders preferred lending source. Builders are now wanting to change that practice to the effect of not only offering the discounts, but actually penalizing you for NOT using their preferred lender. Read More »

Five Things That Sell a Home Today

The most important steps to take to sell your home effectively

Selling a home is not as simple as simply sticking a sign in the yard and placing a classified ad anymore. There are 5 very specific factors that will influence the sale of your home. Do you know what those are? Learn the five things that Realtors know that help them sell homes faster and for more money. Read More »

Thinking of Investing or Flipping?

Whether seasoned or new, investing is available to everyone

Buying and selling homes (flipping) and buying and holding homes (rental properties) have become the defacto standard for what defines a good investment in the Texas marketplace. There's lots of money to be made regardless of what path you take. Join our investor network, and let At Home in Katy help you make your fortune. Join Now »

Are You Facing Foreclosure?

Learn about your options for avoiding this financial mess

Have you recently fallen behind on your bills, and now the bank is threatening to foreclose? We talk with homeowners almost daily who are facing foreclosure proceedings. Whether they fell victim to a questionable ARM loan, or their financial situations has changed, the prospect of losing your home and destroying your credit can be overwhelming. You do have options!

The thing is, Banks don't want your home - they want their money. Foreclosing on homes costs banks thousands and thousands of dollars every year. Many times Banks look to limit their costs by agreeing to short sales to simply satisfy the loan. A short sale is essentially where a lender will accept less than what is owed on a home in order to avoid going through the foreclosure process.

If you would like to speak with a professional agent about your options for avoiding foreclosure, please give us a call. We may be able to help you avoid losing your home and destroying your credit. We can be reached at 281.787.0930.

2nd Annual Golf Classic Huge Success

Golf Tournament Raises $26,000 for Cinco Charities

On April 23rd, our office held it's 2nd Annual Keller Williams Golf Classic at River Ridge Golf Club. The tournament raises funds to support Cinco Charities, which in turn provides temporary housing for families with sick children utilizing our local medical facilities. This year we had over 144 golfers, over 60 sponsors, door prizes, raffle prizes, contests - but most of all, everyone had fun! Watch for a more complete write-up in a future issue!

Thanks to everyone who participated! Without you, this tournament wouldn't be possible!


This year's tournament netted $26,000 for Cinco Charities!

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It is not only my business philosophy, but also a commitment to provide you with exemplary personalized service beyond your expectations. My practice is to listen, hear and truly understand your needs; a quality of business conduct that often seems to have been forgotten in today's fast paced, highly automated society. Call me when you're ready to buy, sell or lease real estate in the Houston and surrounding areas!

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Baby Expo News!
The first annual Katy Kid and Baby Expo was this past weekend. While it wasn't the runaway hit that the Home Show was, there was a pleasant tournout of visitors despite all the shows competition. The show reportedly logged 1229 visitors over the two day affair which was a first for the Katy area. Up next for RJC Productions, the Katy Women's Show coming to The Merrell Center soon! For more information about the Katy Women's show visit www.katywomensshow.com.