Michael Ibarra's (realtor70) Blog

Will BRAC Redefine San Antonio Real Estate? Military construction projects promise to reshape San Antonio real estate, revitalize communities and create local well-paying jobs. Despite widespread federal budget cuts, the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission (BRAC) projects will not be ...

Two Story in Green Spring Valley Overview Maps Photos Features Description $160,543 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 2024 sqftLot: 0.14 acre(s) Location 3706 Colter RdSan Antonio, TX 78247USA To get updates on open home dates and other property ev...

Best Places to Eat in San Antonio   San Antonio is an amazing city full of historic sites, lively entertainment and beautiful places.  Add in a dash of culture, a heap of flair, and a pound of talent and San Antonio reveals itself as the home of some of the most amazing cuisine in the country.  F...

UTSA Finally Becoming a Major School in Texas The University of Texas at San Antonio may seem to be business as usual, but this quiet giant has a thing or two up its sleeve.  With 134 undergraduate and graduate programs and over 29,000 students, UTSA is now turning heads and making people take no...

Great One Story In Bella Vista Overview Maps Photos Features Description Neighborhood $150,000 Single Family HomeFor Sale Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1580 sqft Location 13715 Tramonto HillSan Antonio, TX 78253USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, pleas...

The Home Buying Process in Texas If you are thinking about buying a home in Texas, there are some steps that can help make the process run smoothly, and it's important to understand how the buying process works before you proceed. Find a Real Estate Agent The first thing you will probably want to...

What You Need to Know About FHA Loan Reform So you've finally made the decision to purchase a home and you're ready to look at financing options?  Chances are, you may want to look at an FHA Loan and if you are looking into this option some recent changes and legislation may affect how you secure...

Getting a Loan: Advantages of Using a Mortgage Broker vs. Your Local Bank When it is time to obtain a mortgage loan for a home purchase, it is really a good idea to take your time and assess all of your options.   Banks and mortgage brokers will offer you a variety of products and options from wh...

What You Need to Know About Foreclosures in Texas   The number of foreclosures in Texas is up and according to new RealtyTrac data, 1 in every 861 housing units received a foreclosure filing in May 2010, bringing the total of foreclosed homes in Texas to over 79,000 units.  The hardest hit areas ...

 The San Antonio River Walk Brings It - Fun, Sun and Everything In Between With the recent expansion of the San Antonio River Walk, there is even more to see, do and enjoy than ever before.  From restaurants to historical sites and beautiful unique lodging options to awesome nightlife choices, th...