Want to live a life of luxury in Country Place, a 55+ Community? Well....check out this Pretty home on the Golf Course.  This home features a large kitchen with island and lots of cabinets and counter space, breakfast room overlooks the golf course, open floor plan with den and formal dining room, master bedroom also has views of the golf course, 2 secondary bedrooms and a 2 car attached garage.  Relax on the covered patio and enjoy the fantastic views of the golf course.    This beauty is priced at $154,900.    Call today for your showing.  You will love this wonderful gated community. Pam Miller 713-269-9017 12/09/2010

The Toyota Drive Event will be at the Pearland Town Center from December 9th- 12th, 2010.  Times will be: Thursday     12pm - 6 pm Fri & Sat      10am - 6 pm Sunday       11am - 6 pm Want to test drive a RAV4, Tacoma or Yaris?  This is your chance.  And each driver( must be at least 18 years old with a valid drivers license) will receive a gift!  Merry Christmas! Now, I just need to decide which one I want to drive.....or, maybe I will insist on driving each one of them. There is always something fun to do in Pearland.  Buying or Selling a home?  Call Pam Miller - Your Pearland Real Estate Specialist 713-269-9017   12/09/2010

Pearland Neighborhood Center's "Share Your Holidays Food Drive" When: Friday, December 10, 2010 Where: Pearland Neighborhood Center, 2335 Texas Ave., Pearland, TX   This time of year, its so easy to get caught up in all the shopping, preparing for guests to arrive and cooking that we sometimes forget that there are so many people in the Pearland community that are going without this holiday season.  That's why I want to encourage you to participate in the Pearland Neighborhood Center's "Share Your Holidays Food Drive." on Friday December 10th from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. I have been involved with the Pearland Neighborhood Center for many years now and the impact they have in Pearland and the surrounding communities is phenomenal! Hundreds of people pass receive assistance through the Pearl... 12/08/2010

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HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL DATE: Friday-Sunday, December 3-5, 2010 LOCATION: Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway Street TIME: See schedule of events below COST: FREE Admission, FREE on-site parking; Food, crafts and some activities available for purchase   Feel the Christmas spirit come alive as Pearland Parks and Recreation teams up with the Pearland Town Center to host the City's Annual Hometown Christmas Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony! On Friday evening, Mayor Reid & Santa Claus will light up the sky as they plug in the City's Christmas Tree at the annual Tree Lighting ceremony. A live band will perform and many activities will be on hand for the whole family, including: .30,000 pounds of snow, including a sledding hill, horse & carriage rides  and much more! On Saturday, sta... 12/02/2010

My daughter has a disorder where everything has to be immaculate. I swear you can eat off our floors. However the stove was another matter and she has been hounding me to clean it. I wanted to clean it but we lost the instructions on how to operate the self cleaning oven. I was afraid that I would burn the house down. The stove has had lots of use with many greasy spills. The other day I went on line and found instructions for a stove that kind of looked like mine but was definitely not like my model. Low and behold it did the trick and I managed to  operate my self cleaning oven. The instructions said the oven may catch on fire but not to worry, it would burn away everything and leave an ash and all would be fine. Below is a picture of my oven on fire. The flame was about 10 inches hig... 12/01/2010

  I love this time of year in Pearland! There are always so many great things to do in our community this holiday season. Below is a list of fun family activities for everyone to enjoy! Santa's Mailbox - Dec. 1 - Dec. 17 Where: Pearland Community Center, Pearland Public Library, Westside Event Center When: December 1 – December 17, 2010 It won’t be long before Santa will be delivering his special mailboxes all around Pearland. If you want to send your Christmas wishes straight to the North Pole, drop your letters off at any of three Pearland locations. No stamps needed! Just make sure to include your return address. Santa’s helpers will pick up his mail each day and deliver it to the North Pole. If you prefer, Santa can be reached via email: santaclaus@ci.pearland.tx.us. Santa's Worksh... 12/01/2010

Please come out on December 11th and celebrate the life of Josh Wilkerson at the Billy Griffin Hall in Pearland.  All proceeds raised will go to assist the Wilkerson family. 11/29/2010

Tour de Lites Bicycle Ride   Keep Pearland Beautiful will be sponsoring its 17th Annual Tour de Lites Family Bicycle Ride on Saturday, December 11. The one and a half hour evening recreational ride begins at 7 p.m. at the pavilion in Independence Park and goes through the Green Tee Subdivision to view the Christmas lights. Registration for the ride ends at 6:30 p.m. and no vehicles will be allowed into the park after 6:45p.m. There will be a hayride available on a first come, first served basis for those who cannot ride a bicycle (limit 75). The riders then return to Independence Park for hot chocolate and cookies. Registration before November 19, 2010 will guarantee that you will receive the shirt size(s) you request. All others will receive shirts on a first come first served basis. ... 11/28/2010

  Thanksgiving has to be one of my favorite holidays! I love spending time with my family and friends!  This time of year always reminds me of that I am thankful for. This Thanksgiving, I would like to wish each and everyone of you a day filled with love, laughter and thanksgiving for those in your life.  Thank you for letting me be not just your hometown realtor, but your friend.  I hope you have a great day! 11/24/2010

Here is your weekly interest rate update: Conventional 30 year Mortgage: 4.375% Credit score:740 LTV:80% Loan Amount:$200k APR: 4.875% FHA 30 year:4.25% Credit Score:680 LTV:96.5% loan amount:$200k APR:5.05% Conventional 15 year:3.75% Credit score:740 LTV:80% Loan Amount:$200k APR:4.05%   Call me today if you are thinking of refinancing or buying a home, for the best mortgage rate possible.  11/24/2010

Ok- I admit it.  I waited until too late to decide to decorate my home for Thanksgiving and lots of people are headed to my house for Thanksgiving lunch.  I love to decorate!  So, last week I went to Hobby Lobby and bought a lot of the things they had left for 80% off!  I got some plates, napkins, floral items for the tables and even bought some of the new LED flameless, scented candles!  These candles are great.  They are on a 4 hour timer and will come on at the same time each evening and turn themselves off after 4 hours.  (the candles aren't Thanksgiving items - you can use them year round) I also stopped by Ross and Marshalls and picked up a few items there.  If you are a little slow this year, like me, be sure to stop by Walgreens too.  They have some really cute Thanksgiving item... 11/19/2010

On November 5, 2010,  The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) announced that it has reduced interest rates on mortgage loans offered through its Texas First Time Homebuyer Program to historically low levels, further opening the door to safe and responsible homeownership for qualifying low to moderate income Texans. In a press release, TDHCA stated that that the interest rates on these 30-year, fixed rate mortgage loans have been set at either 4.20 percent or 4.95 percent, depending on which of two types of loans the borrower selects. Rates had previously been set at 4.99 percent or 5.74 percent, respectively. The assisted rate of 4.95 percent is available with funds for down payment and closing cost assistance, helping families overcome what are often the biggest ... 11/17/2010

Here is your weekly interest rate update: Conventional 30 year Mortgage: 4.25% Credit score:740 LTV:80% Loan Amount:$200k APR: 4.875% FHA 30 year:4.25% Credit Score:680 LTV:96.5% loan amount:$200k APR:5.05% Conventional 15 year:3.5% Credit score:740 LTV:80% Loan Amount:$200k APR:3.95%   Call me today if you are thinking of refinancing or buying a home, for the best mortgage rate possible.  11/17/2010

When: November 27, 2010 Where: The Pearland Neighborhood Center 2335 N. Texas Ave., Pearland, TX 77581 Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm The Way Bible Fellowship Church is having a Community Garage Sale on November 27 at the Pearland Neighborhood Center Parking lot. It will be from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM!  The church is taking donations and are asking you to spread the word and let’s see how many people we can bless with this event.  The church can make arrangements for donated items to be picked up. Items can be dropped off at Pearland Neighborhood Center but must be specified as donated towards the Community Garage Sale. If you know of anyone who would like to volunteer that will be greatly appreciated as well. We will need people to help load and unload, sort and sell items. Thank you for your ... 11/16/2010

Just when we thought that home interest rates couldn't get any lower - they have! Fannie Mae reported on November 5, 2010 is new interest rates. They are as follows:               15 Year FRM -2.970%             30 Year FRM - 3.670%             FHA/VA (30 Year) - 4.36%   Many people in Pearland have already taken advantage of these historic low home interest rates.  In fact, there have been 271 homes sold since 8/10/2010 in Pearland! These Pearland homes have ranged from $50,000 t0 $610,000.  This is GREAT news for the Pearland housing market!  Where other communities have seen their housing market stalled - Pearland's have thrived!   I currently have several beautiful houses for sale! Take a look a some of my top listings:       1108 Lake Shore Drive in Pearland just came on the marke... 11/15/2010

      Kid Fish Fest - Presented by Pearland Parks and Recreation & Bass Pro Shops Date: Saturday, November 13 Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm Location: Pearland Bass Pro Shops, 1000 Bass Pro Drive (Corner of Hwy 288 & Beltway 8) Ages: 3-16 years Cost: FREE ADMISSION   Come get caught fishin'! Kid Fish Fest is an outreach program designed to educate and provide hands-on fishing experiences. Kid Fish Fest provides kids the opportunity to participate in and learn about fishing, conservation and respect for the environment. The Bass Pro Shops' pond is generously stocked prior to fishing in order to increase children's odds of a memorable fishing experience. Fishing poles and bait are provided while supplies last or bring your own! Volunteers will also be on hand to assist participants.Children with ... 11/12/2010

11/11/2010

  Come out and celebrate Texas Recycles Day with Keep Pearland Beautiful on Saturday, November 13, 2010 from 9am to 1pm at the City of Pearland’s Stella Roberts Recycling Center, located at 5800 Magnolia. Volunteers will be on hand to give away special gifts and collect recyclables. On November 13, 2010 only, The Recycling Center will be accepting tires from the citizens of Pearland. No Businesses Please or Municipalities! Tires on rims, foam filled or solid tires will not be accepted. Limit 8 tires per household; additional tires will be $5.00 each. Proof of residency required; please bring a City of Pearland Water bill. Remember, the Recycling Center also accepts used eye glasses. Please bring you used glasses or old hearing aids on November 13th, to benefit the Pearland Lions Club e... 11/11/2010

Time: Thursday, November 11 · 11:00am – 5:00pm Location: Pearland Furniture 1013 North Main Street, Pearland, TX Logan Griffiths, son of Jim and Teri Griffiths, and brother to Jamie and Megan, was in a serious motorcycle accident on Friday, Nov. 5th, 2010 in Pearland. The doctors at Children’s Memorial Hermann used their skillful hands and saved Logan’s life early Saturday morning. Logan has undergone several surgeries including major repair to his liver. He has received over 60 pints of blood and will likely need more blood for the upcoming surgeries. The orthopedic surgeries will be scheduled once the trauma doctors have completed their procedures. Logan is 18 years old and graduated from Glenda Dawson High School in 2010 (Pearland). His employer is Columns, Inc. (Pearland). Blood Dr... 11/10/2010