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March 20, 2012

San Antonio Texas Real Estate Market Update March 2012 | Cobblestone

Cobblestone San Antonio Texas Real Estate Market Report, March 2012

Cobblestone is a master planned gated community convenient to SL-1604 and located northwest of San Antonio. This neighborhood is conveniently located to golfing, shopping, entertainment, restaurants, colleges, military bases, employment centers, Medina Lake and Government Canyon State Natural Area. As you enter Cobblestone through the gate you will admire the picturesque decorative guardhouse and the mature native trees that continue throughout the neighborhood.. Adding to the appeal of Cobblestone homes are the carriage-style garage doors, and the stone, stucco or brick facades. Homeowners in Cobblestone are able to pick features and décor options that fit their style and way of life at an affordable price.

See below for the price per square foot and sales price average in Cobblestone San Antonio Texas as well as the market absorption trend for the community. It appears that there was a lot of activity over 6 months ago and then things slowed down. With the number of pending sales it seems that things are about to pick back up.


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March 20, 2012

Buy Now- Mortgage Insurance Premiums To Rise April 1, 2012

Buy Now- Mortgage Insurance Premiums to Rise April 1, 2012.

As a buyer if you have been waiting to jump into the real estate market you may want to do so now as FHA plans on raising mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) on new borrowers starting April 1, 2012. FHA plans on raising upfront mortgage insurance premiums by 0.75% and annual mortgage insurance premiums by 0.10%.

What Does This Mean to You as a Buyer?

It means you have less buying power after April 1st then you do now. Let's say you are buying a home for $200,000. Once mortgage insurance premiums are raised it will cost you $1,500 more for your upfront mortgage insurance and then $200 more every year for your ongoing mortgage insurance premiums. With the added monthly expense you will qualify for a lower loan amount.

Here is the new FHA Annual Mortgage Insurance Premium Schedule Starting April 1, 2012

Loan Term

Loan-To-Value Ratio

Mortgage Insurance Premiums Per Year

15-year

>90%

0.60%

15-year

<=90%

0.35%

30-year

>95%

1.25%

30-year

<=95%

1.20%

To figure out what your monthly mortgage insurance will be on your new loan multiply your beginning loan amount by the insurance premium above then divide that by 12.

Why is FHA raising Mortgage Insurance Premiums?

FHA plans to raise Mortgage
Insurance Premiums because they are insuring a much larger percentage of mortgages than ever before, putting them at a greater risk.

Takeaways:

-FHA will raise mortgage insurance premiums on all loans not insured prior to April 1, 2012. You have until then to get under contract on a home and get your loan secured.

-After April 1, 2012 you will have to buy a less expensive home to have the same payment as if you bought now.

-BUY NOW before the April 1, 2012 deadline!!!

 

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March 19, 2012

San Antonio Texas Real Estate Market Update FEB 2012 | Alamo Ranch

Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas Real Estate Market Report, FEB 2012

Alamo Ranch San Antoino Texas was once a working cattle ranch with cowboys working herds of cattle on the fertile land, Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas is now the largest and most unique master planned community in San Antonio. This prestigious neighborhood is located in the heart of Northwest San Antonio and has earned its position as the cities most popular neighborhood. Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas is in the award winning school district of Northside Independent Schools. Home buyers enjoy energy efficient, single-family homes that meet or exceed Energy Star standards. Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas is a beautiful development perfectly situated between golf courses, acclaimed schools, shopping and jobs. Homeowners get all of this at a great value in an ideal location.

Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas is made up of many different sections, built by different builders offering different amenities, styles and price ranges of homes. To learn more about the neighborhood of Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas click here.

See below for the price per square foot and sales price average in Alamo Ranch San Antonio Texas as well as the market absorption trend for the community.

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Hill Country Retreat

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Laura Heights

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Sonoma Ranch

Stillwater Ranch

Stone Oak

The Enclave at Westpointe Village

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March 19, 2012

Why You Want Buyer Representation When Buying a New Home

Why you want buyer representation when buying a new home.

What is Buyer Representation?

Buyer representation is when a real estate agent agrees to represent you, the buyer, in a real estate transaction. In Texas an agent is a subagent of the seller unless the buyer has signed a Buyer's Representation Agreement. Without buyer representation just the seller or the builder when buying a new home is the one represented in a real estate transaction. This means on the builder's interests are looked out for and the desired outcome is the highest price for the property. Something very important to remember when buying a new home is that the sales representative in the sales office is representing the builder not the buyer. A buyer's agent will watch out for the buyer's best interests and take care of negotiations on their behalf to get them the best value on their home purchase.

Advantages of Buyer Representation When Buying a New Home

There are many advantages of buyer representation but probably the most important one is that you will be represented. This means that someone is looking out for your best interest as the buyer not for the builder.

At San Antonio Texas New Homes For Sale we are dedicated to making the home buying process fun and easy when acting as your buyer's agent.

A Buyer's agent will show you other homes in every new development, not just the ones available in a specific new development.

A Buyer's agent is able to provide counsel and give you advice.

Since they are not representing the builder a buyer's agent is able to evaluate each home and development with no obligation to the builder.

With buyer representation your agent will discuss confidential information about the property and keep your position confidential.

They are able to share information that may enhance your negotiating power and will prepare an offer that is advantageous for you the buyer.

A buyer's agent will give the buyer reasons not to buy a property and suggest other homes that will meet your needs, even if that means new homes in other developments.

As a buyer it is important to have buyer representation because your agent will prepare and interpret a market analysis of properties with you.

Who Pays For Buyer Representation?

Another advantage to buyer representation is that as the buyer you don't have to pay for it! Buyer representation is typically paid for by the builder at closing in the form of commission. For a fun and easy new home buying experience get buyer representation from San Antonio Texas New Homes For Sale for FREE!

One question that comes up is can I get the house for less if I don't have buyer representation because they won't have to pay my agent. No! A buyer agent's commission is already taken into consideration when new homes are priced and no discounts are given for a buyer that does not have representation.

A Few Key Takeaways to Buyer Representation:

  1. The Sales Representative in a sales office at new construction works for the builder and represents them.
  2. A Buyer's Agent will give you buyer representation and have your best interest in mind.
  3. There are many advantages to having buyer representation.
  4. As a buyer you do not have to pay your buyer's agent when buying a new home.

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March 18, 2012

San Antonio Texas New Homes for Sale ..Redbird Ranch

San Antonio Texas New Homes for Sale ..Redbird Ranch

Truly a Rare Find!   The moment you drive in Redbird Ranch Community says I want to live here!!

Redbird Ranch New Homes San Antonio Texas

 

Driving into Redbird Ranch San Antonio Texas

 

Bronze Longhorns greet you at Redbird Ranch

 

On the edge of the Texas Hill Country…Incredible views !

Easy to get to shopping , great restaurants, close to SeaWorld, major employers

Starting from the $140′s

They say “ Redbird Ranch is not for everyone, just the lucky ones ”

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From finding your dream home, working with your loan officer, negotiating the contract and closing the deal, we are with you every step of the way.

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March 15, 2012

The Enclave at Westpointe Village

The Enclave at Westpointe Village

The Enclave at Westpointe Village is a gated, 55+ active adult community that offers custom homes. Located in the historic city of New Baunfels just outside of San Antonio this neighborhood is convenient to everything the city has to offer and is within walking distance to a new HEB and many other shops, salons, restaurants, an urgent care facility and more. The town of New Baunfels offers a wealth of history, entertainment, golf courses, tennis facilities and antique shopping. The Enclave at Westpointe Village is made up of 132 home sites with minimum maintenance and comfortably-sized custom homes and a state-of-the art clubhouse.

Homes in The Enclave at Westpointe Village

There are over a half dozen single-story floor plans to choose from when building a home in The Enclave at Westpointe Village. Homes in this neighborhood range from two to three bedrooms, with two to three bathrooms and are from about 1,700 square feet to over 2,600 square feet. All homes come with a two-car garage and use green product standards in construction. Prices range from $250,000 to $350,000.

Advantages of Calling The Enclave at Westpointe Village Home

Residents of The Enclave at Westpointe Village enjoy a lifestyle full of lively activity. At the center of the neighborhood is a state-of-the-art 3,489 square foot clubhouse that will house a workout facility, catering kitchen, outdoor recreational swimming pool and much more. The Enclave at Westpointe Village will also offer a wide variety of clubs centered around a range of hobbies and interests including yoga, quilting to cards and cooking classes.

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March 15, 2012

Kallison Ranch

A Little About Kallison Ranch

What was once part of a ranch used for discovering better farm and ranch methods, breeding polled Herefords, and enjoying family time together is now known as Kallison Ranch; a master planned community in the northwest of San Antonio. Residents of Kallison Ranch enjoy energy efficient homes that come with everything included, no need for pricey upgrades. Located just a short drive from 1604 Kallison Ranch is conveniently located to shopping, dining, entertainment, military bases and employment centers.

Homes in Kallison Ranch

There are about a dozen single-story and two-story floors plans to choose from in Kallison Ranch. The floor plans range from a little over 1,500 square feet to over 2,700 square feet with three to four bedrooms, and two to three bathrooms. All homes in Kallison Ranch include a two-car garage and are energy efficient saving homeowners money on their utility bills. Prices range from $160,000's to the low $200,000's.

Advantages of Calling Kallison Ranch Home

Residents of Kallison Ranch are able to utilize the many community amenities including greenbelts, picnic areas and the community swimming pool. Children that live in Kallison Ranch attend the top-rated Northside Independent School District. Although subject to change students currently attend Henderson Elementary, Briscoe Middle, and William Howard Taft High School. If you are looking for a neighborhood that is conveniently located and with homes that are energy efficient with everything included then Kallison Ranch is where you will call home! Call (210)-860-1775 today for more information on Kallison Ranch.

March 12, 2012

Golf Course Homes in San Antonio

San Antonio Texas New Homes for Sale will help make your home buying process fun and easy! Here you will find all the information you need when purchasing golf course homes in San Antonio. Take a look at all the available golf course homes in San Antonio by looking below. We know of some great deals so let us save you money on your dream golf course home and contact us today!

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San Antonio Texas New Homes For Sale will be happy to help you if you are looking for golf course homes in San Antonio. There are many golf course neighborhoods in the San Antonio area and you will find that the golf course homes in San Antonio come in a variety of sizes, styles and prices. Services for working with San Antonio Texas New Homes for Sale to purchase golf course homes in San Antonio are completely Free to you. We are able to show you any golf course homes in San Antonio while making the buying process fun and easy all for free!

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March 12, 2012

Champ d’Or- A French Masterpiece in Texas

Champ d'Or is a French masterpiece located in Hickory Creek, Texas. Champ d'Or means "Fields of Gold" and this magnificent French chateau-inspired estate is selling at auction March 30, 2012. Just outside of Dallas this 48,000 estate sits on 39 acres with a 1.5 acre lake. It offers an abundance of luxurious amenities including a grand ballroom, multiple kitchens, an indoor bowling alley, and racquetball and tennis courts. There is also an adjacent 37 acre commercial parcel available.

Where: Champ d'Or is located at 1851 Turbeville Rd. Hickory Creek, TX 75065

When: There is a scheduled live auction for Champ d'Or on March 30, 2012

Price: Original building cost $46 million, currently priced at $35 million, and the reserve is $10.3 million

Luxurious Offerings:

This Texas Mansion is modeled after Vaux-le-Vicomte chateau in Paris

  • The grounds of Champ d'Or are made up of 39 acres that include a 1.5-acre lake.
  • The mansion is over 48,000square feet and includes 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths & 8 powder baths.
  • The Master suite includes a steam & exercise room, a hair salon, a 2-story Chanel style "her" closet, and an indoor lap pool.
  • The estate is perfect for entertaining boasting a gorgeous veranda that seats 450 guests, a catering kitchen, a ballroom, pool with pool house, tennis & racquetball courts, a theatre, wine & tea rooms, apartments, and commercial laundry facilities.
  • Other facilities include a 2-story mahogany library, a conservatory, elevators, and a 20+/-car garage.
  • Due to the size of this property you have the ability to add heliport landing pad, a horse barn, and much more.
  • This estate is perfectly located only 45 minutes from Downtown Dallas and 15 minutes from DFW Airport.

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March 12, 2012

Texas Hill Country .. Near Boerne Texas.. Blake Shelton and Miranda

Texas Hill Country  .. Near Boerne Texas  .. Blake Shelton and Miranda

 

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert .. Texas Hill Country  Wedding Was so under wraps , no one had known where ...other than the Texas Hill Country !!!! So I decided where could it be? 

 

Where could it be ? in Boerne, Kerrville, Fredricksburg,  Lakeway that's some of my choices

 

As you can see it was my first choice !!!!!

Boerne Texas near Don Strange Ranch

 

 

 

The Texas Hill Country near Boerne Texas is fabulous !!!   Beautiful and charming ...easy to get to from San Antonio !

The Don Strange Ranch is a great place for weddings and events ......

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert married in front of 500 family members and friends, including Reba McEntire, Martina  McBride, Dierks Bentley, the Bellamy Brothers and Lady Antebellum's Charles  Kelley. Also, music artist Cee Lo Green, Shelton's fellow  judge/mentor on the TV talent competition, The Voice .

 

 

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Whether you are moving to San Antonio, Schertz,  Cibolo or   buying you first home

 

Are you looking for a new home ?

Then you have come to the right place.

We are here to help make your home buying experience FUN and EASY.

 

From finding your dream home, working with your loan officer, negotiating the  contract and closing the deal, we are with you every step of the way.

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Texas Hill Country  .. Near Boerne Texas  .. Blake Shelton and Miranda