Mar Bella will soon have a new neighbor with the arrival of Clear Creek Independent School District’s new 130-acre Education Village. The new campus will be the first of its kind in the state of Texas featuring an elementary, intermediate, and high school all built on the same property. The schools will share common areas including the main kitchen preparation area, mechanical plant and service yards. While the schools share the same property and some services, each campus is separated. Students will not have access to a school that is not their home campus unless organized by a teacher. Elementary School #26 will be a 105,500 square foot campus with a capacity of 900 students and open fall 2009. Intermediate school #9 will total 176,550 square feet with a capacity of 1200 students and ... 01/30/2009

  Appraisals... just how subjective are they? I had the recent pleasure of dealing with a 5 digit gap between appraisal and sales price.  My market research was thorough.  I know my market.  I know we got a bad appraisal in. We got a second appraisor to go out and give a second opinion, but what I'm really wondering is - Should appraisors be allowed to listen to national media? I'm kidding, but I feel confident that the first guy was listening to too much doom and gloom on the national level or something.  I don't think I would have had this same problem 6 months ago. Which comps does the appraisor have to use?  Which ones can they ignore?  I always thought that if foreclosures were not common in a neighborhood (less than 30% of available comparisons) that they wouldn't be included. Al... 01/25/2009

WESTOVER PARK TRASH & RECYCLING! For more information about Westover Park, visit www.MyWestoverPark.com Tuesday and Friday is trash day.Recycling pick up is on Tuesdays! Get your recycling bin from the water department at City Hall. (adjacent to the library). Paper: All types, including news-paper, magazines, cardboard, corrugated paper and packaging materials. Cans: Aluminum, tin, and steel. Metal: Aluminum foil and some scrap metal. Plastic: Marked Numbers 1 through 7, including milk, water, detergent and juice jugs; plastic soft drink bottles; and polystyrene food containers and cups. Glass: We DO NOT accept glass of any kind. Glass creates many serious safety problems during the recycling processes of delivery and sorting. Glass Recycling New Recycling Drop Off: League City is going... 01/11/2009

The City of League City was recently named one of “America’s Top-Rated Smaller Cities” for 2008/2009. The award was given by Grey House Publications. Cities are ranked by population growth, median income, unemployment rate, and crime rate. League City is one of 8 Texas cities named on the list. The list includes: Allen, Cedar Park, Flower Mound, Friendswood, Keller, Round Rock and Sugar Land. Aren't League City and Friendswood 2 of the greatest places to live???  As a Realtor working primarily in League City and Friendswood, I was excited at these results! 01/11/2009

Live Christmas Trees: AmeriWaste will pick up your live christmas tree if it is placed curbside on heavy trash pickup day (second pickup day of the week). Christmas trees can also be dropped off at the Public Works Building at 1535 Dickinson for recycling. For my neighbors in Westover Park, that's Fridays! 01/11/2009

NEW - Westover Park Toddler Playgroup Time! FRIDAYS at 10AM! If you stay at home and are looking to meet neighbors and let the kids play, please join us! We can host at our homes, meet at the park, or go to a fun destination! Please email Rachel or call 832-932-1315. We will meet on Fridays @ 10 AM. 01/10/2009

Elementary SchoolWalter Hall Elementary School (Grades Pre-K - 5)5931 MeadowsideLeague City, Texas 77573Principal: Julie FernandezPhone: 281.332.8538 Intermediate SchoolCreekside Intermediate School (Grades 5-8)4320 West Main StreetLeague City, Texas 77573Principal: Peter CaterinaPhone: 281.332.8494 High SchoolClear Springs High School (Grades 9-12)Palamino LaneLeague city, Texas 77573Principal: Gail LovePhone: 281.284.0000 Clear Creek ISDP. O. Box 799League City, Texas 77574Superintendent: Dr. John WilsonPhone: 281.332.2828 SCHOOL INFORMATION SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED... SCHOOL BOUNDARIES SUBJECT TO CHANGE. 01/10/2009

                                                         League City, TX, situated 20 miles South of Houston and 25 miles North of Galveston is growing by leaps and bounds.  If you haven't been down here lately, you should check it out.  There are a lot of new businesses that have recently come to League City, with more to come.  New Businesses & Stores: Sears Home Appliance Showroom Walgreen's Amoco Federal Credit Union Dollar Tree Lowe's Ross Dress For Less TJ Maxx Super Target Pets Mart Office Depot Michael's Home Depot Kohl's JC Penney Sports Authority Hobby Lobby Office Max Best Buy Shoe Carnvial Mattress Firm Ashley Furniture Firestone Tire Center And Numerous New Restaurants! These new stores will join the Wal-Mart Supercenter, H-E-B, and Home Depot. Most of these are located on ... 01/10/2009

League City, TX, was named one of "America's Top-Rated Smaller Cities" for 2008.  It was determined by population growth, median income, unemployment rate and crime rate.  We were one of 8 Texas cities on the list. Other Texas cities that made the list were Allen, Cedar Park, Flower Mound, Friendswood (our neighboring town), Keller, Round Rock, and Sugar Land (another Houston suburb). League City, is a great place to raise your family, with friendly neighbors, close proximity to the water, and plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy! ************************************************************************************  Cindy Bryant is the owner of Redesign Etc. Home Staging & Redesign Specialist in Houston, Staging Your House To Sell By Professional Home Stagers! Our goal is to get yo... 01/10/2009

Starting in January the College of the Mainland will be having an evening real estate academy at it's North County Learning Center in League City January 20th.  New classes will begin every two weeks.  Classes are from 6pm to 10pm, Monday through Thursday.  For more information please call 281-332-1800. ********************************************************************************** Cindy Bryant is the owner of Redesign Etc. Home Staging & Redesign Specialist in Houston, Staging Your House To Sell By Professional Home Stagers! Our goal is to get your home sold for top dollar in the most cost effective way! Contact Cindy today for a Home Staging Consultation.  Please visit our website for more information. Areas Served:  Houston, River Oaks, Tanglewood, Bellaire, Piney Point, Mid-Town,... 01/10/2009

New Builder Coming to Westover Park Builders & Homes For Sale There have been many home builders in Westover Park, including Perry Homes, DR Horton Homes, Emerald Homes, Taylor Woodrow Homes, Newmark Homes, and Ryland Homes. If you have particular questions about a builder, please call me. It is very important to use a realtor when buying a new home. The people working in the model homes have a job - it is to sell homes at the highest possible price. The newest builder coming to Westover Park is J. Patrick Homes... They will be building a $300k product.  I look forward to finding out how they will fit into our great community!   --UPDATE-- This builder never came to Westover Park.  They must have been intimidated by our stature? 01/10/2009

View my picture of Westover Park in League City, TX.  This image is copyrighted by Dempsey Photos, not for use by other agents!  Sorry! 01/10/2009

As for League City, TX We're still fighting the negativity in the National Media.  It is important to constantly educate everyone about just how local real estate is.  2008 Was my best year in Real Estate. And 2009 is looking even better.  People are still buying and selling.  There is a balance of factors that the market dynamics correct.  If prices decline or level off, it is natural that more people will buy. Many people listening to the National media are waiting to list.  This is one of the main reasons that inventory is down slightly.  This is not a bad thing!  It will only help prices go up.  The best thing in the media that everyone can agree to be positive is the amazing interest rates. Now is the time to buy to capture a historic interest rate!!! Now is also the time to sell b... 01/09/2009

The Houston Clear Lake Bridge Club will be offering lessons early in January for beginners and experienced Bridge players.  It is a members-run group that promotes the game of bridge in a location off Bay Area Boulevard.  For more information, call Dave Glandorf at 281-488-6318 or email drglandorf@sbcglobal.net www.StagingSmartNSold.com offers Clear Lake home staging expertise designed to promote a rapid and profitable house sale for area Realtors and homeowners. 12/16/2008

The League City Recreation Center hosts Senior activities on Tuesday and Thursdays from 9 am until 3 pm.  Mornings feature tap dancing, line dancing, and jazzercise.  Lunch is at noon, and bridge is at 1 pm.  For reservations and information, call 281-554-1183. www.StagingSmartNSold.com provides League City home staging expertise designed to promote a rapid and profitable house to area homeowners and Realtors.   12/16/2008

Member agencies of Volunteer Houston Bay Area are needing donations of sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, gloves, pillows and blankets to be distributed to needy adults and children.  Some of the items will be shared with seniors at various area senior centers.  The need is increased this year due to Hurricane Ike's devastation in the area.  Contact Volunteer Houston Bay Area at 281-2282-6035 or visit www.volunteerhouston.org for more information. www.StagingSmartNSold.com offers Houston home staging solutions for a rapid and profitable house sale to area Realtors and homeowners.  The owner is also a volunteer in the Houston Bay Area. 11/30/2008

South Shore Harbour Resort will be hosting a Holiday Fashion Style Show Luncheon at the Country Club on December 3, 2008.  The Style Show will feature beautiful holiday fashions from local boutiques.  This is a fun event and everyone is urged to buy their tickets before this event sells out.  For more information contact Arden Stone 281-332-3881. ***********************************************************************************  Cindy Bryant is the owner of Redesign Etc. Home Staging & Redesign Specialist in Houston, Staging Your House To Sell By Professional Home Stagers! Our goal is to get your home sold for top dollar in the most cost effective way! Contact Cindy today for a Home Staging Consultation.  Please visit our website for more information. Areas Served:  Houston, River Oaks... 11/29/2008

The South Shore Harbour Women's Club will be presenting their 6th Annual Nutcracker Market, Thursday, December 4. The shopping will beging at 10:00am untill 2:00pm. A buffet will be served at noon for $21 pp.  The Chamber Choir performs at 11:15am.  Door prizes and drawings will be held. For reservations please call SSH Country Club, 281-334-0521.  SSH Country Club is located in the gates off of South Shore Blvd in League City, TX.  ********************************************************************************** Cindy Bryant is the owner of Redesign Etc. Home Staging & Redesign Specialist in Houston, Staging Your House To Sell By Professional Home Stagers! Our goal is to get your home sold for top dollar in the most cost effective way! Contact Cindy today for a Home Staging Consultati... 11/29/2008

The League City Historic Home Tour will be from 10 am until 5 pm on Saturday, December 13th, and include six historic sites.  Tickets are available at the West Bay Common School, 210 N. Kansas, Nana's Attic 501 E Main, and Park Avenue Show Place at 447 S Highway 3. www.StagingSmartNSold.com  provides League City home staging expertise designed to promote a rapid and profitable house sale to area Realtors and homeowners. 11/22/2008

Whiskerville Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit animal welfare organization that is recruiting volunteers to provide a temporary home for a rescued dog or cat until a permanent home can be found.  Assistance is also needed in clerical support, animal transportation, pet supplies, financial contributions, and public education.  Call Volunteer Houston Bay Area at 281-282-6034 or visit www.volunteerhouston.orgfor more information. www.StagingSmartNSold.com provides Houston home staging solutions for a quick and profitable house sale for area Realtors and homeowners.  The owner is also a long time volunteer in the Houston Bay Area. 11/19/2008