Due to the recent freeze on foreclosures, I thought you might like to know the procedures used to foreclose on Texas homes. The most common method of foreclosure in Texas involves what is known as Non Judicial Foreclosure.  Except for certain notice provisions this type of foreclosure does not involve court action. In other-wards: Mortgage lenders don't have to go through court to foreclose on a delinquent borrower -- so there are no court documents to fudge or screw up!  This means Texas might not be in as much trouble with the Attorney General for "robo-signing" as some other states. When the deed of trust is initially signed it will usually contain a provision called a power of sale clause, which upon default allows a trustee to sell the property in order to satisfy the underlying de... 10/13/2010

Market Report for Dallas Metorplex and surrounding areas Many of you are very interested in the this market right now and how it is doing in relation to other areas. You can click on this link below to find out what areas have the most sales, the average price sold in that particular area and percentage changes.  This report is from North American Title Company. The report is for September 2010 and encompasses Single Family Residences only.  http://www.nat.com/images/email/Dallas-Sept2010-MLS.pdf  10/13/2010

 Things to Know About Pumpkins Pumpkins are low in calories and fat, packed with fiber and high in vitamin A Bright orange flesh signals rich amounts of beta-carotene A ½ cup serving of pumpkin has about half a day's vitamin A needs The carving pumpkins are not really eating pumpkins. Smaller, thinner-skinned eating varieties are grown for sweetness and flavor. You can eat carving pumpkins, but they taste more like a potato When selecting your pumpkin look for a deep, rick, uniform color-no green or light tan spots where it rested on the ground-and a healthy, stiff stem Save the seeds, roast and salt for a great snack. Pumpkin seeds have many health benefits, some of which include a good source of protein, zinc & other vitamins. They are also said to be a source of cholesterol       For... 10/07/2010

Lakeside Village in Rockwall Texas 75087 Located on the shores of Beautiful Lake Ray Hubbard just 23 miles north east of down town Dallas on Interstate highway 30 East. Enjoy stunning sunsets and the Dallas Skyline! There are approximately 450 homes here in the Village with about 50 remaining lots for development. There is a homeowners association monthly dues that pay for the use of the golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool, community center, health club, rv/boat storage and the common areas. For a plat of this community go here. For more information, pictures and aerial vi ws you can visit the community website here. Homes For Sale There are 16 homes for sale in the community. Prices range from $124,900 to $379,000.  Some of the homes have waterfront or water views. The average pr... 10/07/2010

Harbor Bay Marina Rockwall , Texas 75087 Conveniently located just 15 minutes east of Dallas with easy access from I30 Visit www.harborbay-marina.com For Directions and more information! Harbor Bay Amenities Boat Storage -350 open and covered slips that accommodate up to 30' boats Boat Launching -Protected harbor has over 900' of breakwater for safe, easy boat launching Ship's Store-Located at the dock, stocked with gas, snacks, cold drinks, ice and boating stuff Swimming-Relax and lounge at a giant crystal clear swimming pool The Fishing Spot-Enjoy the enclosed floating and fishing barge for the best fishing on the lake! A picture of Me at Harbor Bay Marina! You can also visit the sister Marina in Rowlett, Texas, The Bayview Marina.  Bayview's amenities are similar with the Crazy Horse... 10/05/2010

Below you will find the July 2010 market report for Rockwall, TX in Rockwall County. The report is for residential single family homes. All sales statistics are taken year-over-year (2009 vs. 2010) from our local MLS. If you would like to buy or sell a home in this area, please contact me. I would be glad to work with you! Click here to view Rockwall listings If you would like to view the slide show in a larger format, you can do the following: 1. Click Menu, then click View Fullscreen (in the left corner). 2. OR, click View on Slideshare (in the right corner). Rockwall TX - July 2010 - Market Report View more presentations from Valarie Littles. 09/11/2010

Below you will find the June 2010 market report for Rockwall, TX in Rockwall County. The report is for residential single family homes. All sales statistics are taken year-over-year (2009 vs. 2010) from our local MLS. If you would like to buy or sell a home in this area, please contact me. I would be glad to work with you! Click here to view Rockwall listings If you would like to view the slide show in a larger format, you can do the following: 1. Click Menu, then click View Fullscreen (in the left corner). 2. OR, click View on Slideshare (in the right corner). Rockwall TX - June 2010 - Market Report View more presentations from Valarie Littles. 09/11/2010

Below you will find the May 2010 market report for Rockwall, TX in Rockwall County. The report is for residential single family homes. All sales statistics are taken year-over-year (2009 vs. 2010) from our local MLS. If you would like to buy or sell a home in this area, please contact me. I would be glad to work with you! Click here to view Rockwall listings If you would like to view the slide show in a larger format, you can do the following: 1. Click Menu, then click View Fullscreen (in the left corner). 2. OR, click View on Slideshare (in the right corner). Rockwall - May 2010 Market Report View more presentations from Valarie Littles. 09/11/2010

Shenaniganz won the Neighbors Choice Award contest in two categories.  "Best Place to Entertain the Family" Bowling, Lazertag, GoKartz Speedway are just a few of the fun activities offered. "Best Place To Watch A Game and Grab a Beer" enjoy adult only entertainment with over 40 HD televisions and quality food in Rozie's Sports Bars & Grill or Z Lounge. Check it out for yourself, I am certain you will enjoy it.  My family sure does.  Explore the website for special promotions that will save you money. Check out the link  www.shenaniganz.com SHENANIGANZ 1290 E. Interstate 30 Rockwall, TX 75087 (972) 772-1133  www.TREShomes4U.com or www.RowlettRealEstateAgent.com DToliver@TREShomes4U.com Cell: 469-644-4602   06/25/2010

This subject has a special meaning to me right now.  I just watched the family of a friend/co-worker mourn the lost of their 24 year old son due to an accidental drowning on Memorial Day weekend.  I wonder if a little extra training could have saved his life?  Perhaps those of us surviving should take every precaution we are aware of to perserve life.  Please take boater safety seriously.  While the summer is just beginning, let's start off our leisure time being smart, safe, and prepared.   The U.S. Coast Guard is offering a boater safety class for ages 13 and older.  Come learn what to do in case of a boater emergency.  The class will be from 9 am tp 5 pm, July 24th at  Rockwall Parks and Recreation Center (972) 771-7740 108 E. Washington St, Rockwall, TX 75087.    www.TREShomes4U.com... 06/18/2010

Rockwall TX - Market Report - April 2010 The median price of homes sold went up to $188,588 in April from $180,000 in March. The median price of homes for sale remained unchanged at $214,900 from March to April. Homes sold went down to 37 in April compared to 49 in March. There are about 6.9 months of inventory currently for sale. Click here to view last month's market report If you would like to buy or sell a home in this area, please contact me. I would be glad to work with you! Click here to view Rockwall Listings If you would like to view the slide show in a larger format, you can do the following: 1. Click Menu, then click View Fullscreen (in the left corner). 2. OR, click View on Slideshare (in the right corner).   Rockwall TX - April 2010 - Market Report View more presentations f... 05/11/2010

Buffalo creek country club is a great place to live and call home in rockwall texas.  this area is home to many beautiful homes and has wonderful views of lake ray hubbard.  If you are thinking about moving to rockwall then you really need to look at Buffalo creek country club as a possible destination.      04/25/2010

Homes For Lease in Rockwall, Texas Starting at $1350. Located in Master-planned Communities with schools, hike & bike trails and amenity centers. Close to I-30 and Rockwall Harbor. MeLisa Minter | Minter Real Estate Services | 469-766-7379 I-30, Kaufman, TX Homes for Lease in Rockwall. Furnished 3BR/2+1BA Single Family House $1,350/month Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Sq Footage 1,800 Parking 2 dedicated Pet Policy Cats, Small dogs (< 25lbs) Deposit $1,350 DESCRIPTION Homes for Lease in Rockwall Starting at $1350. 3 and 4 Bedrooms, from 1700 sqft. Most of these homes are located in Master-planned communities, with schools, hike & bike trails, amenity centers and pools. Close to I-30, Rockwall Harbor and shopping. see additional photos below RENTAL FEATURES - Air conditioning - C... 04/19/2010

Stop running all over the town looking for Rockwall County Foreclosure Deals.  Here is an Interactive Map of Rockwall County High-End Foreclosures.   Neighborhoods that are available include:  Wimbledon, High Point Ranch, High Point Estates, Buffalo Creek, Falcon Point, etc. I can show you any listing and submit an offer to the banks on your behalf.  Don't Miss out on a Good Deal! View More Rockwall Foreclosures at www.homesmint2be.com 04/18/2010

It's no wonder that NAR says that, "90% of all buyers used the internet to search." We have seen this first hand, and especially over the last few months. When people relocate to other states, it's a long distance move. These people usually start by researching the city on the Internet. More times than not, they find one of our 1,100+ relocation websites. If they're serious, they'll request help in a possible home purchase. Due to a very large demand, we need a Buyer's Agent in Rockwall that is able to assist these prospective home buyers. These families and individuals are wanting assistance from a Realtor, and if you would like to get in contact with them, we need to talk soon. Time is of the essence, and we only need 1 Realtor to be able to contact these people. We NEVER send people ... 04/15/2010

Rockwall TX - Market Report - March 2010 * The median price of homes sold went down to $180,000 in March vs. $196,250 in Feb. * The median price of homes for sale was also lower at $214,900 in March compared to $224,150 in Feb. * More homes sold in March, 49 homes sold vs. 24 in Feb.   The current tax credit runs out on April 30th! If you are looking to buy or sell in this market, contact me today!   04/06/2010

Rockwall-based Shoe Bank provides help, hope for Haiti Rockwall Newspaper reports: By Dawn Redig. NeighborsGo.com.  When Rockwall resident Mike Barringer founded The Shoe Bank in 1989, his nonprofit's mission was a simple one - to provide shoes for a few hundred homeless men in downtown Dallas. Twenty years later, Barringer still works from his home office, single-handedly managing The Shoe Bank's daily operations. But his efforts provide relief for more than 20,000 needy people across the globe each year - most of them children. So my thoughts are if you have shoes that dont fit, are out of style, almost worn out, your kids have tons of shoes that are small or they dont work... TAKE THEM TO THE SHOE BANK! What a great way and inexspensive way to help others!!! Thanks Rockwall and surro... 03/05/2010

The attached February market report for Rockwall is a year over year comparison of 2009 to 2010. * The median price for houses sold was $196,250. * The average days on market for homes sold was 98 days. * The average days on market for homes for sale was 108 days. * 24 houses sold vs. a total of 432 houses for sale. List price vs. sold price - This statistic indicates what a person may feel that their house is worth, vs. what it actually sells for. The median price for homes for sale was $224,150. However, the median price that homes actually sold for was $196,250. That's a discrepancy of $27,900. This calculation indicates that homes sold for almost $28k less than what the home owner may have wanted it to sell for. This is an important statistic to keep in mind if you are looking to se... 03/04/2010

There are so many blogs to read, so much great information to obtain. What blog to read or not to read. There are so many great bloggers on here and yet there is not enough time in the day to sit and read all the great, helpful information others make time to write for US! So if you have any blog that you think is wonderful, worth the time to read, that is very helpful or anything you may view as a must read..... please pass it along!!! I love to read blogs but not the ones that have no substance or information that I can use to help others or myself. Thanks all!!!Happy Blogging~ Ara Hunt   03/02/2010

The attached market report for Rockwall is a year over year comparison 2008 to 2009. * The median price for houses sold went up from $181,700 in November to $205,000 in December. * The average days on market for homes sold went up from 88 days in November to 103 days in December. * The average days on market for homes for sale went up from 136 days in November to 143 days in December. * The number of houses sold was down from 48 in November to 41 homes sold in December. List price vs. sold price - This statistic indicates what a person may think that their house is worth, vs. what it actually sells for. In December 2009, the median price for homes for sale was $234,250. However, the median price that homes actually sold for was $205,000. That's a discrepancy of $29,250. This calculation... 01/20/2010