Wylie - Sachse - Murphy Special Olympics Spirit Night Visit Murphy Chick-fil-a on Friday ***** April 9th ***** 5pm - 7:30pm and tell them you support Special Olympics and Chick-fil-a will donate 15% of the total receipts placed in the "special box" to W-S-M Special Olympics! The proceeds will aid athletes' participation in the National Olympic Games in Nebraska this summer. Great Fun and Food! Drive-Thru or Dine-In Thank you for your support 04/07/2010

6 Deadly Deal Busters When Buying a Home Property Appraisal is too low Repairs required in the contract haven't been completed Sellers say they can't make the move-out date Buyers can't qualify for a large enough mortgage The buyer purchases a new car two weeks before closing The inspecor finds mold in the home's crawl space You worked hard to get the purchase contract signed but be aware of these deal busters lurking and be ready. Your agent should be able to quide you through any situation that arises.  Choose your agent carefully! 04/07/2010

9 Structural Red Flags No home is perfect. Homebuyers must understand what's normal and what's not. Most foundations have cracks, and 90 percent are normal.  The biggest problems: Foundation Cracks-those that have ridges or have lateral movement Load-bearing walls removed-look for ceiling sags or cracked walls Faulty or insufficient wiring-not easy to spot Water,water everywhere-stains may indicate prior water problems Leaky roofs-if new roof, ask what problem was and how it was fixed Ineffective windows-fogged windows or can't open and close Damp facades-look for stains on wood siding or moisture around bricks Pesky pests-look for mud tubes and sawdust Rot-wood that is not treated will look crumbly and decayed If you are required to make repairs before closing get more than one recomme... 04/07/2010

Live in Wylie Texas and are looking for a Mom's and More network? Look no more!   Moms & More is a networking group offering activities for children and their caregivers.  The group meets for playgroups and other activities during the day, evenings, and weekends.    All stay-at-home caregivers from Wylie and surrounding communities are welcome, club officials said.   For more information, visit www.wyliemomsandmore.org or email diva@wyliemomsandmore.org Call 214.682.4259 for more information on Wylie Homes for Sale, Wylie Short Sales, and Wylie Foreclosures. 04/07/2010

If you live in Wylie Texas and are getting ready for the Kindergarten Round up or just need to catch up on your immunizations.  Come on out and take advantage of:   FREE IMMUNIZATIONS Date: April 29th, 2010 Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Place: Dodd Elementary-1500 Park Blvd,- Wylie, Tx 75098-972.429.3440   Parent and/or guardian must be present Bring your child's immunization records Immunizations are for children 0 to 18 years old All recommended and required immunizations will be available   Come to this clinic to get up-to-date with the 2010/2011 school year immunization requirements. Visit Wylie ISD for more information.   Changes to Immunization Requirements -2 doses Hepatitis A are now required for Kindergarten -Tdap for 7th graders is now required, instead of Td -2 doses Varicella (chi... 04/07/2010

Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Wylie, Texas 75098 Wylie Chamber April Luncheon Sponsored By:   Date:   Tuesday, April 27, 2010 , 11:30am Location: Woodbridge Country Club7400 Country Club Dr., Wylie, 75098 Phone: (972)429-5100 Guest Speaker: Chamber President Mike Agnew will give the State of the Chamber Address TICKET PRICE: $12.00-Online Order $15.00-Phone RSVP before 4/26/2010 $20.00 at the door TO RSVP: Call the Chamber at 972-442-2804    04/06/2010

Freshening up a Home's Interior The best way to get a new look is PAINT! Try out different painting methods to get a big impact without digging deep into your pockets. Instead of a single flat coat of paint, consider using a technique called "sheen striping" to create a subtle and textural feel. Simply paint your base color using flat-sheen paint and then paint stripes using a semi-gloss paint in the same color.  All it takes is a level, a ruler, a pencil and some painter's tape. When using stripes, remember:  Vertical stripes are great for making ceilings seem taller  Horizontal stripes can make the actual room seem larger  Smaller stripes that alternate in widths create a formal look  Wider stripes provide a more casual feel for your space With just a little Do It Yourself and some cr... 04/06/2010

Business Card Exchange Wylie, Texas 75098    The Business Card Exchange is tomorrow morning, 4/7/2010, at 8am. The sponsor for this week is Ballard School of the Performing Arts. The Business Card Exchange offers everyone who attends an opportunity to network and promote their business.  The Business Card exchange is held at Woodbridge Country Club.  The address is 7400 Country Club Dr, in Wylie.  The phone number is 972-429-5100. Hope to see you there!!! 04/06/2010

The fall football season is just around the corner and it is time to start to plan to purchase season tickets for the 1st Wylie East Raider Varsity Football season. Seasons tickets will go on sale June 21-25 at the WISD Stadium AD's office. The office will be opened from 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and then from 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.  The price for five home games is $50 dollars for section 400, and $35 dollars for section 300 & 500. For questions call Joe Pearce at 972-429-2406. Hope to see everyone at the games! 04/06/2010

  Friday, April 16, 2010 Woodbridge Golf Club   12 p.m. registration & lunch 1 p.m. shotgun start   Sponsorships are available!   Sign up online for registration and/or sponsorship http://www.wyliechamber.org/ for more information, call the chamber at 972.442.2804   Call me today for a list of Wylie Homes for sale, Short Sales, and Foreclsoures! 04/06/2010

Wylie ISD is holding Kindergarten Roundup at all elementary campuses Thursday, April 29, 4-7 p.m.    The district offers full-day Kindergarten to students who are five years old, on or before September 1, 2010.  Parents attending the orientation will complete registration packets.  Students must be registered at the campus for which they are zoned.   For questions, contact the campus principal or visit WYLIE ISD *Note-Those students zoned to attend Watkins Elementary opening in August 2010 should register at the campus they are zoned for currently. On a personal note...My son is just finishing up his Kindergarten year and we had the best teacher ever!  Thank you Mrs. Patterson!!!! Call 214.682.4259 if I can help you with any real estate needs in Wylie Texas. Don't forget to check out W... 04/06/2010

Treat Your Taste Buds & Help Fill Up the Wylie Texas Food Pantry 16th Annual Taste of Wylie   Monday, April 19th 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.   First Baptist Church Events Center 200 N. Ballard Street, Wylie Texas  The Taste of Wylie is sponsored by the Christian Care Center. At the Taste of Wylie, individuals will get to sample food from numerous local restaurants. Along with the variety of food, Taste of Wylie features a silent and live auction of great items and gift packages. Tickets: Adults $10 ($12 at door) Seniors $8 Children 6 and up $6 Under 5 - FREE   *available at American National Bank (Sachse & Wylie) Chase Bank, Inwood National Bank, Texans Credit Union, and View Point Bank Call 214.682.4259 for all your Real Estate needs in Wylie along with Community Events! 04/05/2010

  Wylie residents recycling efforts will soon be subject to closer inspection and grading!  Community Waste Disposal customers may soon notice a man going through their recycling carts.   The waste collection company has put a "recycling rewards challenge" as motivation to its customers to be more careful about the things they put in their recycling carts.   To prevent and educate residents a CWD recycling inspector will visit the carts the day before collection and place one of three tags on the cart. Green tag - Fantastic job and compliant with the recycling program Yellow tag - not too bad, but some items that should have been in the trash  Red tag - large amount of non-complying materials in cart   Those receiving green tags will have their names entered into a drawing for free pri... 04/05/2010

Remember this: "God did not promise skies always blue, Flower-strewn pathways, all our lives through. God did not promise sun without rain, Joy without sorrow, peace without pain, Bur God does promise strength for the day, Rest for the labor, light for the way, Grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing kindness AND undying love ! HAPPY EASTER! 04/03/2010

Treasure Hollow Day Camp Space Odyssey   June 14-18, 2010 Wylie United Methodist Church 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.   Registration: Thursday, March 25 at 7:00 p.m. Wylie United Methodist Church 1401 Country Club Road - Wylie   Or Mail Registration To: Treasure Hollow Day Camp 420 Ashland Dr. Wylie, Tx 75098   Cost: $50 for Registered Girl Scouts $62 for Non-Registered Girl Scouts   Registration Deadline April 15 The cost includes day camp t-shirt, patch, cookout, program supplies and FUN!   For More Information Call: Dawn Goff 972.442.0592 Debbie Brown 972.442.3772   *Registration Forms and Financial Assistance Forms Available at Registration. Check out the website for more information on Girl Scouts Northeast Texas http://www.gsnetx.org/ check out WylieHomes4.com for information on Wylie T... 04/01/2010

Presented by: WCPAAA In Support of the Wylie Police Department The mission of the Wylie citizens Police Academy Alumni Association is to promote and enhance the relationship between the Wylie Police Department and the community through continued law enforcement education and support of the department's efforts.   Date: May 8, 2010  Event Schedule 6:30 to 8:30 am - Late registration 8:00 am - 1 mile family fun walk begins 8:30 am - 5K run begins 8:30 am  - 10K run begins 10:30 am - Awards & Festival   Further details at www.wyliecpaa.org   Registration Fee: $20 - Adults - Until April 23 $25 - Adults - April 24 - Race Day $15 - Children 6-12 Years Free - Children under 5 $55 - Family Pack (2 adults/2 kids)   Packet Pickup: T-shirts included First Baptist Church, 2000 North Ballard Street... 04/01/2010

3/31/10 UPDATE - Road Construction of FM 1378 (Country Club Drive) More construction from FM 544 to Brown Street about to beginThe Wylie City Council recently approved a contract to proceed with the reconstruction of FM 1378 (Country Club Drive) from FM 544 to Brown Street.  This is the route directly surrounding the new Municipal Complex.  The construction is scheduled to take just under 12 months to complete. This section of roadway has already been re-aligned to the west of the existing roadway.  The new construction includes a 75 foot bridge over Muddy Creek.  Extensive work to the railroad crossing and a re-alignment of the FM 544 intersection will improve traffic flow.   Traffic delays should be expected in this area because TXDOT will also be working on FM 544 near the FM 1378 in... 03/31/2010

Wylie Chamber of Commerce 25th Annual Golf Classic at Woodbridge Golf Club Wylie, Texas 75098 Golf is around the corner! Team of Four is $340.00~Individual player is $100.00   New this year is the Throw & Putt Contest Team of Four is $120.00 Individual player is: $35.00    Great sponsorships available to promote your business. You may sign-up online at www.wyliechamber.org or call the office at 972-442-2804 If you need more information or directions you can call our Wylie RE/MAX By The Lakes Office.  Woodbridge Country Club is one of my favorite places to show homes.  There are 7 community pools, jogging trails, golf course and a fantastic clubhouse with a restaurant.  Complete with an elementary school in the subdivision!   03/31/2010

Easter Egg Hunt Saturday April 3rd, 11am to 4pm     Join the Lions, Tigers, Leopards and more for a full day of fun! Egg Hunt begins at noon (separate hunt for kids 5 and under) Games, Prizes, Face Painting, Crafts, Concession, and More!   Big Cats get Eggs and Treats at 3:00 pm Proceeds will benefit the 43 animals in care. Requested Donation: $12 per adult and $9 per child (3-12 yrs)   3430 Skyview Drive, Wylie Tx 972.442.6888 Insyncexotics.com For more information on Wylie, Sachse, Murphy Events or Real Estate call 214.6824259. 03/31/2010

   Wylie, Murphy, and Sachse boys in kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to attend Cub Scout Day Camp June 7th through the 10th at Bob Woodruff Park in Plano. There are morning and evening sessions available.  This year's theme is "CSI" or Cub Scout Investigations.  For information and costs, contact Stevens at 972.442.6963 or tardam@aol.com or visit the web site .  Registration runs through early May.  The day camp is for those boys residing in Wylie and Plano ISDs. Check out Bob Woodruff Park in Plano For more information on Wylie, Sachse, or Murphy Real Estate give me a call 214.682.4259.   03/31/2010