BEST DEAL in Fort Worth - Upgraded Apartment Call Today Overview Maps Photos Features Description $928 Residential Rental Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 BathroomsLot: 1,116 sqft Location 3999 Centreport DrFort Worth, TX 76155USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Rental Property Locator and Apartments Finder Apartments Rent Rebate Inc(214) 230-RENT (7368)apt@apartmentsrentrebate.comhttp://www.apartmentsrentrebate.com Our recent listings Residential Rental for $ in Fort Worth, TXLarge Two Bedroom - Call NowTwo Bedrooms Available for Move InTwo Bedrooms Available for Immediate Move In-Luxury CommunityThree Bedroom Town Home with attached GARAGE! Call NOW Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby rentals 08/26/2012

Carpenter Ants-What Are They? Carpenter ants can be a problem  because of their nesting habits in Fort Worth homes.  They don't eat wood wood like termites but they remove wood to expand their nests.  They aren't as prolific as termites either since a single queen will only produce about 200 to 300 workers over a 2 year period.  The damage they inflect on a building is can be quite severe and if left unchecked could cause the structural collapse. The adult colony contains the queen, young larvae, and the workers while the satellite colony contains mature larvae, pupae, workers and the winged reproductives.  Ants will move back and forth between the two colonies and to the food source.  Ant trails can be seen across the lawn since they will follow a path of least resistance and they keep... 08/23/2012

Fort Worth, TX News Crime Down 7%: Fort Worth, TX News reports that Police Chief Halstead says Crime Down 7% so far this year. This makes it 10 years in a row of lowered crime in Fort Worth, TX News. The Chief attributes the Crime Down 7% to new tactics that help with better intelligence management, along with great relationships with neighborhood Citizen on Patrol group. Last years number of crimes reported was 43,670. This year, a total of 40,450 crimes were reported. It is great to see Crime Down 7% so far this year in Fort Worth, TX News. There is a news police and fire training center that is scheduled to open in 2014, which should help lower the crime numbers even more. Go to Crime Down 7% to see the statistics from last year to this year. The Phyllis J. Tilley Memorial Bridge: Fo... 08/20/2012

As you drive through downtown Fort Worth on I-30 you actually drive directly over (and through) the space where this imposing building once stood for less than one month in 1889. The Texas Spring Palace Fire destroyed the pride and joy of early Fort Worth residents, but only one life was claimed by the fire, that of Al Hayne, a British national working in Fort Worth who returned into the blaze several times to guide and carry people to safety. The building which was made entirely of wood and covered with various native grains and textile products inside and out burned to the ground in less than 15 minutes. 7,000 people inside all made it out alive. Later, the hero, Al Hayne died of his injuries. On June 20, 1898 as people were crowding onto the 16,000 square foot dance floor beneath the... 08/14/2012

Okay, I went on an awesome 2 hour spin through downtown Fort Worth on a Segway this morning. My guide was Vince Tennyson, proprietor of Cowtown Segway Tours. I am happy to report that I survived with nothing more than a couple of rosy cheeks from the blistering Texas sunshine, no broken bones, dislocated joints or road rash. I also am so jazzed about living in Fort Worth Texas where this activity is not only acceptable but called for. See my Segway Tour Video You can arrange a Segway tour with Vince Tennyson for your family, team, company or special event by calling him at 817-891-2346. The company's website is www.gosegway.com Another way to learn about our awesome downtown would be to accept my invitation to meet on Saturday morning, September 15th at the T&P Lofts Owner's Lounge, jus... 08/13/2012

Should I Have A Home Inspection?  Yes, Of course you should.  You should have an inspection on any home you are considering to purchase even new construction.  This is a check up on the home with trained eyes that has your best interest in mind. In Texas we have an "Option Period" which is usually for 7 to 10 days after the execution of the contract.  You pay for the option right to terminate the contract for any reason during this period with non refundable funds to the seller.  During the period is where you have all of your inspections done.  I highly urge you to hire a licensed home inspector and not Uncle Joe, who used to build houses 20 years ago.   If you check with your Realtor they will have "tried and true" inspectors they can recommend to you.  During this period, generally y... 08/12/2012

Here are 5 scenarios that could keep you from qualifying for a home. Today the mortgage rates are at historic lows and the homes are more affordable than they have been in our lifetime and probably for the next 50 years as well.  With that being said it is a time of great caution from lenders and burdensome government regulations which has created obtaining and qualifying for a home loan a frustrating and stressful part of the home buying process.  Here are 5 things not do while trying to qualifying for a home loan. What if I change jobs before the loan closes? Yes, this will have a huge affect to you obtaining a home loan.  The underwriter has approved your application based on the last 2 years of your verified employment.  A few days before closing the underwriter will repull your cre... 08/04/2012

The Colonial Professional Golf Tournament is formally known today as the Crowne Plaza Invitational. It is held at the Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth Texas. It is also a PGA Tour non-major event with the longest running history. If you’d like to test your skills on the golf course and how you would fare in against the pros, a membership in the Colonial Country Club is definitely in order. HistoryIn 1936 Marvin Leonard established the Colonial Country Club as a means of introducing bentgrassto his local hometown. It started out with 100 members. A few years later, the Colonial Country Club made local history by hosting the 1941 U.S. Open, in which Craig Wood was declared the champion. Golf CourseIf it’s your dream to be a part of the Colonial Professional Golf Tournament you can take... 08/04/2012

The American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum offers visitors a “grounded” journey into the history of American Airlines through a wide variety of interactive exhibits designed to entertain individuals of all ages as well as a digital theater where visitors may know more about commercial aviation history by watching the film The Spirit of American. Exhibits· The Zula Patrol is a 1,500 sq. ft. exhibit area that features the museum’s colorful cast of five space patrollers. Together with these wonderful characters, visitors may enjoy learning more about space and science as well as have fun challenging their selves and competing with each other through the different multiple intelligence exercises that make up the exhibit.· The Incomparable DC3 exhibit celebrates 75 years of service of American ... 07/29/2012

In the years that it had been in business, Bass Hall had gradually succeeded in making itself known as one of the premier entertainment and art venues in downtown Fort Worth. Many of the best plays, musicals, concerts and other popular performances such as those by Fort Worth Symphony have been held in this highly acclaimed venue. Buy Your Season TicketsIf you live in or near downtown Fort Worth then it’s definitely worth buying season tickets for the regular program of performances held at Bass Hall. With your season tickets, there’s never a night that you’ll be left thirsting for the very best of art, culture, and entertainment. Whether it’s a lighthearted comedy, a romantic musical, or a fantastic concert that you are after – all of them are offered at Bass Hall. Venue RentalsYou can... 07/29/2012

  Texas Homestead Exemption Defined The Texas Homestead exemption is a place where a family or a single adult makes their home, including the land and all of the buildings.  The residential homestead, by far is the most used and can be either rural or urban. Texas Homestead Exemption is legally designed to protect the value of the homes of it's owners from property taxes, creditors, and circumstances arising from the death of the homeowners spouse.  Laws enacting such protection are found in the state statutes or constitutional provisions which exist in many other states.   Texas Homestead Exemption laws typically have three primary features: They prevent the forced sale of a home to meet the demands of creditors They provide the surviving spouse with shelter They provide an exemption ... 07/29/2012

Contract to close timeline and tips for Fort Worth home buyers Part 2 Let's recap from part 1 Contract executed, earnest money and option fee collected and all delivered to title company Inspection ordered and completed Negotiations done Contract goes hard Title work ordered, loan officer sends  borrowers file to processor Ok are you ready for the home stretch of the process. What the Mortgage Company Is Doing Your loan file is now in the hands of the processor and they will be going through the file page by page preparing the file to go the underwriter.  The processor makes sure every page of every document is in it's right place, even the blank pages from your bank statement.  If it isn't there she will be calling you to send that missing page to her.  There could be additional docume... 07/22/2012

I'll be writing a series of blogs for Fort Worth Home Buyers over the next couple of weeks.  So subscribe to our blog this will be a great stress reliever for you if you are a home buyer. It's still pretty stressful and scary but hopefully this series will help make the process more pleasant.  We'll try to take the scary away!     Ok let's get started. OPTION PERIOD You have found your home the inspections are done and the contract has gone hard.  Ok, what does a hard contract mean?  In Texas we have an option period usually 7 days after the contract is executed.  This is the soft period of the contract, meaning we are still in negotiation because you as the buyer have paid a nonrefundable fee to terminate the contract for any reason during the option period with no consequence.  Hence... 07/21/2012

Ratings Agency Rethinks View of Home Prices By Brad Finkelstein  Fitch Ratings has switched to predicting gains in new home prices for 2012 instead of modest declines, due to "overt price increases and mix issues." The average single-family new home price should improve by 4.25% and the median should rise by 4.5% in 2012. The ratings agency made the comment in its summer 2012 "The Chalk Line" report on homebuilders. Things are improving in the housing industry, but it is a moderate rise off a low point. Fitch said, "In a slowly growing economy with relatively similar distressed home sales competition, less competitive rental cost alternatives, and new home inventories at historically low levels, single-family housing starts should improve about 12%, while new home sales increase approxi... 07/17/2012

$149 total move in special today!!! Look and Lease Only! OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescription $660 Residential Rental Main Features 2 Bedrooms2 BathroomsLot: 975 sqft Location 5801 Bridge StreetFort Worth, TX 76112USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Rental Property Locator and Apartments Finder Apartments Rent Rebate Inc(214) 230-RENT (7368)apt@apartmentsrentrebate.comhttp://www.apartmentsrentrebate.com   Our recent listings Brand new flooring, and new management!Newly renovated apartments!! All black appliancesNifty! Lifestyle, Location And LuxuryLucky you! Luxury, livability and mobility!LUXURY LAKESIDE LIVING WITHOUT PAYING EXTRA! Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby rentals 07/15/2012

Gated Community, Available Now, Garden Tub, Spacious, Water Included Overview Maps Photos Features Description $685 Residential Rental Main Features 1 Bedroom1 BathroomLot: 665 sqft Location 3301 River Park DrFort Worth, TX 76116USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Rental Property Locator and Apartments Finder Apartments Rent Rebate Inc(214) 230-RENT (7368)apt@apartmentsrentrebate.comhttp://www.apartmentsrentrebate.com Our recent listings Internet Ready, Now Available, Spacious, Gated Community, WD Hook UpsLease Now, Near Schools, Water Included, Call for Rent CriteriaEXACTLY What Your Looking For ~~ INCLUDES W/D~~~We are Close to Hallmark Park and Walk-in closet Fitness centerYou'll enjoy our meticulously manicured land... 07/12/2012

 No.A rumor about a 3.8% federal tax on all home sales has again hit the in-boxes of Texas consumers and real estate agents. So, is there such a tax for all home sales? No.The facts are that individuals with incomes over $200,000 a year ($250,000 for married couples) will be subject to a 3.8% tax on profits of more than $250,000 ($500,000 for couples) from the sale of a primary residence. So, a husband and wife who make more than $250,000 a year and sell their home for a $510,000 profit would pay $380. Lucy A. Puniwai REALTOR® (214)783-6416 - Cell/TEXT (682)224-8050 - Fax   puniwai@fathomrealty.com http://www.fathomdallas.com/agents/6440-Lucy-Puniwai   In God we Trust 07/11/2012

Eight Common Home Improvement Mistakes Made By Homeowners   Remodeling your home can be exciting and rewarding, and it can cut the cost of the improvement drastically if you are planning to do the work yourself. There are mistakes that are commonly made by those people trying to enjoy the rewards and the money savings that come with doing home improvement by themselves. Take the time to read through the following article to learn what eight mistakes are most commonly made, so you know what mistakes to avoid.     Not writing your plans down on paper is one of the most common mistakes. You can"t walk through a room in your house, get an idea, head to the improvement store and begin working. You must take the time to write down what you want to do, what it will require and the amount of ti... 07/10/2012

BUT I DO!! Selling real estate is not rocket science, but like every other endeavor in life daily practice improves performance. I have been practicing the art of real estate sales every single day since 2006. 200 transactions have come through my office, and they have included just about every issue that can arise in a real estate deal. Estate issues, survey encroachments, black mold, short sales, scheduled foreclosures, pool leaks... you name it! Most real estate transactions go smoothly, and quite often I am pleased to say that a pro-active approach based upon years of experience has enabled me to steer my clients away from common pitfalls. I received a nice review the other day from some clients who were referred to me by a Realtor in Plano, TX. They were purchasing a home near thei... 07/07/2012

My husband and I had the pleasure of attending a Thursday night wedding at the beautiful Diamond Oaks Country Club in Fort Worth Texas.   You know you're getting used to the Texas summer when it's 98 in the shade and you think it's not too bad!  The setting at Diamond Oaks Country Club is gorgeous.  Majestic oaks, lush greens and fairways and a beautiful bride to set the tone.  And the tone of the wedding was vintage Southern charm meets church worship service.  It was so simple but so detail-specific. The bride even had satin buttons from her mother and grandmother's dress sewn into the dress she designed.   My wedding 10 years ago was also held at a country club and I was pleasantly reminded of my own special day.  Although, fortunately for the bride and groom, a drunk driver didn't h... 06/29/2012