Archive for December, 2007

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day

Tuesday, December 11th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day:Deed - A legal instrument that conveys the title to a property from seller to buyer. Read more..

This Galveston Realtor Believes in Continuing Education

Tuesday, December 11th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

One of the first designations I received  was the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR).  When I first started in real estate here in the Galveston area, I mostly worked with buyers, ... Read more..

Realtor Certifications for Galveston Realtors

Sunday, December 9th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

I am often asked about the initials that appear behind my name on my business cards and in my ads.These initials represent professional certifications and designations that I have been ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day

Sunday, December 9th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day:Curb Appeal - A term used by real estate agents that encompasses all that a buyer sees from the street that may induce the ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate as it Relates to Houston Economy

Saturday, December 8th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

According to a November 19 article in the Houston Business Journal, Delta Associates has produced The TrendLines Report.The TrendLines forecasts an average annual job growth of 60,000 in the Houston area ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day

Saturday, December 8th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day:Counteroffer - An offer made by a buyer or seller to the other party, responding to the asking price or a subsequent adjustment to ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate – Preparing Your Home for Sale

Thursday, December 6th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Galveston Real Estate - Part 5 - Showing Your Home:When you leave your home, make cetain you leave it as if you know that there will be a showing.Fill your home ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day

Thursday, December 6th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day:Conventional Mortgage - Most popular home financing form not insured by by the FHA or guaranteed by the VA.  Available from many lenders at ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate Ideas for Selling Your Home

Tuesday, December 4th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Part 4 - Galveston Real Estate Ideas for Selling Your HomeGoing Even Farther:Take out wallpaper and paint.  Wallpaper is out of favor right now.A fresh coat of paint inside and ... Read more..

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day

Tuesday, December 4th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Galveston Real Estate Definition of the Day:Assessed Value - The established value of a property for tax-assessment purposes, which may or may not refelct market value. Read more..