Pearland home on ALMOST 1 ACRE!! Cozy 3 bedroom home with large family room with french doors and cathedral ceiling! Breakfast room has bay window bench storage! Lots of storage space with walk-in closets. This Pearland Property has large patio cover that is perfect for entertaining. Take a look at this home TODAY! Priced at $99,900   Call Maggie McFarland with RE/MAX One today! Pearland Real Estate agent! 281-412-2022 Direct to Maggie McFarland 281-997-0707 Office Click HERE Search all MLS listings at PearlandHomeTeam.com 09/30/2009

For years I have giving this talk before church groups, Rotary Clubs, book signings and the like.  The title is "What's Important Is Who Plays the Part of Arthur Fonzarelli."  And the story is even one that's featured in my book Bill Cherry's Galveston Memories. It's an important lesson that I learned by observing the character and actions of my friend of more than fifty years, Victor J. Damiani. More often than not, the talk brings a standing ovation, not because I do a particularly good job of telling it, but because the story of Victor and what we learned from him is so poignant. Today is Victor's birthday.  It's number 71.  And he's still teaching us by his own example how God expects us to live our lives.   BILL CHERRY, REALTORS DALLAS-HIGHLAND PARK 214 503-8563 WEB 09/11/2009

This fabulous 2 story Meritage Home home sits on large corner home site with gorgeous lake view. Home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, formals,study, game room with wet bar,media room, 3 car attached garage, front covered balcony porch and a back covered balcony and patio.Upgrades include granite countertops, cherry cabinets stainless steel built-in appliances, ceramic tile, cast stone fireplace, upgraded lighting throughout, 100% brick and much more. A must see! Available now. Full Details http://servingsugarlandtx.com/listing/mlsid/113/propertyid/73068664/ 08/27/2009

Today I am going to examine the Pearland real estate market up close and personal.  I am gong to drill down to the last 6 months of information about Pearland. I am going to start at the first week of February 2009 and move all the way through to July 19, 2009 a week at a time to find out just how Pearland and the real estate market is doing.  My goal is to help you understand how the real estate market is doing and why is a great time to buy a home. So, the 1st week of Feb. 2 2009, Pearland had 27 homes sold with an average price of $184,900 which is above the $183K running average price.  Then the next week, Feb. 9, we had 25 homes sold with an average price of $157,500... Wow.  And that was way below the average.  Then the week of Feb. 16, the real estate market jumped back with a ni... 07/25/2009

Okay Pearland residents I hope you make it out to Friday Night Flics in the Park this Friday July 24, 2009. The movie being shown will be at Pearland's Independence Park located on Liberty Drive. The Featured movie will be Hotel for Dogs (Rated PG). The movie will start around 8pm. Bring your family, friends, blankets, hot dogs and cokes. This will be a great Pearland night as long as it does not rain! Hope to see you at the Pearland Flick!  Maggie McFarland RE/MAX One 281-412-2022 Click Here For More Pearland Information 07/23/2009

Moving Checklist Moving involves numerous different tasks. A checklist can help you remember what needs to be done. A good list can also help make moving less stressful. One Month Before Moving • Submit a US Postal Service change of address form. • Submit an IRS change of address form. • Make arrangements with moving company truck rental agency. • Make any necessary travel arrangements with airlines, buses, car rental agencies and hotels. • Transfer or cancel memberships (church, clubs, civic organizations). • Obtain (or locate for mailing) medical and dental records, x-rays and prescription histories. Ask your doctor and dentist for referrals. Transfer prescriptions. • Open a checking account in your new city. • Research your new city's rules and regulations affecting your business, p... 07/14/2009

Luxury and elegance await you in this stunning one-story Meritage Inventory Home. In this open design, the family room flows into the breakfast area and kitchen. Kitchen with island, granite countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, 42' cherry cabinets. Master suite has ample space for sitting area with bay window. Master bath with tub, glass in enclosed walk in shower and dual sinks. 5 ft extension on the garage and porch adds to the appeal of this home. Full Details http://servingsugarlandtx.com/listing/mlsid/113/propertyid/7460794/ 07/07/2009

JUL-2009 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general. The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau and Realtor.org reports, videos, key market indicators and real estate sales statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more. Please click here to view the JUL-2009 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewslette... 07/06/2009

I worked in the morning on the Fourth of July, and took some photos while traveling between clients. I admit I am not much of a landscape photographer, what interests me are people, or evidence of people and what they do. Here are a few . . . . ©2009 Sara Goss All rights reservedSARA GOSS, REALTOR®HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real EstateSearch Listings: www.har.com/saragossServing home buyers and home sellers in the Houston Bay Area of Texas. 07/05/2009

All homeowners have one thing in common – home improvement and maintenance projects. Whether something breaks, becomes outdated, or you’re ready for a change, certain projects are just a part of owning a house. Should I stay or should I go? So what makes for a successful home-improvement project? The answer depends on your intentions. Are you making a change because you plan on living in the house for a while? Are you upgrading so you can sell soon? Your plans should affect your priorities and make certain improvements more appealing. Where to start? Whether you’re staying for a while or selling soon, structural and mechanical improvements should come first. Plumbing and electrical systems should be sound before you go for a hot tub and modern appliances. What good are new wood floors i... 06/28/2009

Do you have a son or daughter in the city of Pearland, Texas who would like to begin babysitting but you would like them to get some training specific to the job? Even if they have experience taking care of younger siblings or have prior babysitting experience for family, friends and neighbors, this course offered by the Pearland Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will increase their babysitting skills.BLAST! (Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training) is a training program available to potential babysitters, ages 11 to 14 years or so, and parents considering hiring a babysitter. Participants who take this interactive course online will receive training in pediatric first aid, household safety and the fundamentals of childcare. Because this exciting course is taken online, the basics of baby... 06/22/2009

There's no question about it: nationwide foreclosures are up, particularly in Nevada, California, Arizona, Michigan, Florida and Colorado. Although we can be grateful that the Lone Star State is not currently near the top of this list, there are Texans facing foreclosure. No one buys a home with the intention of falling behind on payments and facing foreclosure proceedings, yet it happens. Even when the nationwide picture is much rosier than it is today, some homeowners find themselves in this unenviable position. Here are a few tips to avoid this scenario, and what to do if it occurs. Don't set yourself up for failure There are two main ways to lessen the likelihood of foreclosure before you're even in the house. First, don't put yourself in a situation where you won't be able to affo... 06/14/2009

Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you're in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.Please click on this link to view the JUN-2009 Housing Trends eNewsletter:http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com?Newsletter_ID=227&Period_ID=174The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.org reports and other sources.It also includes press releases with charts and videos, key market indicators and real estate sales and price statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, ... 06/12/2009

Pearland EMS OFFERS BABY-SITTER TRAINING CLASSES Pearland EMS is offering three sessions of BLAST! (Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training) classes this summer.  The 8-hour session is $20 per person. Session 1 - Saturday,   June 20 & June 27Session 2 - Sunday, July 19 & July 26Session 3 - Saturday,   Aug. 1 & Aug. 8 All classes will be held at the Public Works Training Room, located at 3501 E. Orange St. in Pearland from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Participants are required to sign up and pay prior to the first day of their desired session date, to ensure a spot. To sign up or for questions, call Raquel at 281-652-1956 BLAST! provides:.   Important training for potential babysitters and parents considering hiring a babysitter. Ideal for children ages 11 to 14 or parent/guardian(s) looking to hire a... 06/09/2009

Great time for Pearland First Time Homeowners. News from Maggie McFarland RE/MAX One in Pearland Texas. Below is information from National Association of Realtors. For more information contract Maggie McFarland at 281-412-2022First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit for Closing Will Move Market ... "A true housing recovery depends on buyers returning to the market and reducing inventory," said National Association of Realtors® President Charles McMillan, a broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Dallas-Fort Worth. ... Magge McFarland RE/MAX One 281-412-2022 More Pearland Real Estate Information Visit TheHomeSourceOnline 06/08/2009

THINKING ABOUT BUYING YOUR FIRST Pearland Home?   You've probably wondered many times if you can afford to buy a home. Did you know that continuing to make rental payments may be more expensive in the long-run? When you make rental payments, the money is gone forever. When you make mortgage payments, however, you build equity in your home. The longer you own your own home, the larger your equity becomes. Your home may also appreciate in value, usually at a rate faster than the rate of inflation. In addition, property taxes and mortgage interest paid on your personal residence are usually 100% tax deductible. There are numerous advantages to owning a home. Here are some things to consider when buying your first home. Obtain Your Credit Report   Get a copy of your credit report from the ... 06/08/2009

Looking at the Pearland TX real estate market snapshots, I see wee had a slight downturn in property values for the months of May.  But I also see we sold more real estate in Pearland TX last month than we have since Aug 2008.  So with that being said, I still feel buying real estate in Pearland is a smart buy.  Pearland real estate is still on the increase in value... We are still have a higher sales price than we had 2 years ago. As you can see from this next chart, the total number of home under contract is on a very steep incline and has surpassed pre-Ike numbers... This is just another key indicator of how strong real estate is in the Pearland TX area.  The Pearland area has more house under contract at the end of May 2009 than it has had in the past 2 years. Now I want to look at ... 06/08/2009

Pearland Home Staging Tip of the Week from Maggie McFarland of RE/MAX One.  Pearland Realtor with over 15 years of experience. The first thing you want to do is stand out at the street.  This is your buyer's first thing they see and the first impression of your home. Spend some time and make lots of notes.  When you are finished take your time and get the exterior ready for potential home buyers! Can you see the front door?  Is the front door clean? Can you see all of the windows?  Is the lawn well maintained and green?  Are flower beds free of weeds and bushes nicely trimmed?  Does the home need paint?  Is the roof clean? Is there wood trim on the house that needs to be replaced? These are all questions you need to ask yourself. Remember you want the buyer to want to come inside the ho... 06/07/2009

Pearland Real Estate mortgage rate information from Maggie McFarland - RE/MAX One -Pearland Realtor. Freddie Mac Reports Increased Mortgage Rates For Second Week ... Move.com Trends real estate blog covers topics such as home ownership, neighborhoods, home technologies, and celebrity homes. Mortgage Rates Climb in Response to Recent Rise in Bond Yields ... "30-year fixed-rate mortgage rates caught up to the recent rise in long-term bond yields this week to reach a 25-week high," said Frank Nothaft, Freddie Mac vice president and chief economist." And the slowdown in the housing market has ... Loan Programs for Pearland Home Buyers 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage The 30-year fixed is one of the most popular loans. Many people like the fixed interest rate and lower monthly payments. But since... 06/07/2009

Pearland Real Estate information from Maggie McFarland - RE/MAX One. Pearland Texas full time Realtor. For the latest Pearland Real Estate information visit TheHomeSourceOnline.comPEDC Touts Pearland's Success and Opportunity at Annual Broker Day ... Green construction and progress were the themes of the Pearland Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) annual Broker/Developer Day Event. Area real estate professionals and community leaders toured the city by bus to see first-hand why ... Maggie McFarland RE/MAX One 281-412-2022 http://www.TheHomeSourceOnline.com email Maggie at pearlandhometeam.com 06/07/2009