If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1 the appraisal process—historically a standard part of a home purchase—is receiving more attention than ever. That’s because some sellers are finding out the hard way that a Continue Reading
Finding A New Home For Your Next Stage of Life
Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right? For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical.1 A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a tiny apartment. That same space, to a growing family, would feel stifling. For empty nesters, a large Continue Reading
Can I Buy or Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?
Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods. This has led some sellers to question the need for an agent. After all, why spend money on a listing agent when it seems that you can stick a For Sale Continue Reading
Market Update – Spring 2021
While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When COVID-related shutdowns began in March, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to respond to the shift. Record-low interest rates caused some lenders to call a halt to new underwriting, and homeowners debated whether or not to put their houses on the Continue Reading
Preparing For The Next Big Storm
Your home is one of your largest investments, and one of your top priorities should be to protect it from the damages of a hurricane. Now is the time to plan preparations for your home. Here is a list of 9 things to prepare when the next big storm is on its way: Before a storm is in the Gulf review your insurance policy. Even if you have not flooded before it is a good idea to get flood Continue Reading
Happy 4th of July !!!
Due to COVID-19 precautions, the 4th of July celebrations this year will be unlike those in the past, and the City of Friendswood is no exception. 125 Years of Celebrations Friendswood has celebrated with a parade for 125 years and holds the distinction of hosting the longest consecutive 4th of July parades in the country. After the parade, the celebration continues with activities Continue Reading
Buying or Selling Real Estate During COVID
Summer is usually the best time to buy or sell your home. However, with the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases, many people are questioning whether this is the right time to jump into the real estate market. Here are some good tips for Sellers and Buyers to safely maneuver in today’s market. Due to low inventory, it is a currently a Seller’s market. It is more important than ever for your agent Continue Reading
Moving With Pets
MOVING WITH PETS by Bunny Bennett - Designated Moving With Pets Specialist Scouting the New Community Before you decide on a new property be sure that it has all of the basic necessities and amenities your pet will need. Ask you real estate agent to provide you with a list of nearby veterinarians, dog parks, groomers, day care, boarding facilities, and pet Continue Reading
Creating Your Cat’s Dream Home
CREATING YOUR CAT'S DREAM HOME by Bunny Bennett** Congratulations, you have found your dream home and, as you prepare to move, you realize that the home might not have a great area for your beloved family cat. In this blog, you will find some great ideas for turning your dream home into your kitty’s dream home. Your feline companions require a litter box, food, water, and the Continue Reading
Reflections on Apollo 11
As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, I reflect back to that day when I was a mere 7 years old. I remember knowing that it was a really big deal at the time. My older teenage sister had a "Moon Walk Party", and we all sat around our black & white console TV and watched with awe and wonder as the first stepped on to the moon. As I look back now as an Continue Reading
