Relocation & Newcomer

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Paige Martin: New Montrose Houston Maps, Neighborh...
15 July, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, Houston Living, Neighborhoo...
Montrose Houston Real Estate OverviewEstablished in 1911, Montrose is a vibrant neighborhood located within Houston’s Inner Loop. Because of the diversity in architectural styles as well as in terms... read more
US TV shows
14 July, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
In the week they announced the Emmy nominations, I thought it apropos (yes, it is a real word) to turn my magnifying glass onto US TV. In truth, my magnifying glass is most usually viewed th... read more
New to Houston: Must Know!
8 July, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
New to Houston, this summer?  Welcome!  Some items to get you started in feeling right at home....Do:•Always wear sunscreen.... always.  The sun is always shining bright in Houston!•Go... read more
Moving to Houston? Bring your bike!
8 July, 2014| Home Buying, Relocation & Newcomer, Houston Living
When you relocate to Houston be sure to bring your bicycle. Many inner loop Houston neighborhoods have a popular restaurant, ice house, park, or attraction that you c... read more
San Antonio and The Alamo
7 July, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
A brief history lesson ...The Texas Republic was formed in 1836 after gaining its independence from Mexico. 10 years later it was annexed within the newly formed United States as the 28th State to joi... read more
Why pay cash?
1 July, 2014| Home Buying, Home Selling, Relocation & Newcomer
We’re hearing more about cash sales in Houston, even in a market with attractive interest rates. The primary reason being that the market for homes is so competitiv... read more
Baseball - The Astros
30 June, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
I seem to be slowly working my way around the different sports and entertainment venues in Houston and recently ticked off Minute Maid Park from the list. In fact, in the space of a week I went there... read more
Top Ten Reasons!
25 June, 2014| Home Values & Recent Sales, Relocation & Newcomer,...
Love this article from TAR on top 10 reasons to love Texas real estate. Helpful to those who are relocating here. read more
Things to Do in Houston in July 2014
25 June, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
Things to Do in Houston in July 2014 Houston is heating up this month with plenty of fire...fireworks that is! There are celebrations happening all over town! This month even features something f... read more
Austin and Lake Travis
23 June, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
In true pioneer style, I headed out west this weekend ... to Austin, the capitol city of Texas. My first time there and I very much hope not my last.Suddenly you have landscape to look at, views to en... read more
Check out what made the cover of Texas Parks & Wil...
20 June, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
Great article about our 160-acre Buffalo Bayou Park and Hike and Bike Trail.  Houston is working to connect 150 miles of trails and Buffalo Bayou Park is undergoing a $58M renovation. ... read more
Just Listed in Houston Heights: 1534 Cortlandt Of...
19 June, 2014| Home Buying, Relocation & Newcomer, General
Here is that perfect Heights Bungalow everyone is looking for on one of the most sought after streets in the neighborhood. Kitchen features glass front cabinets and lots of storage with center island.... read more
Drug adverts
16 June, 2014| Relocation & Newcomer, General, Houston Living
Drug adverts here in the US are quite distressing to my quiet sensibilities. I have become more immune to them (pardon the pun) over time but they are quite unlike anything you'd get in... read more
REALTORS® Still Optimistic on Rising Appreciation
12 June, 2014| Home Selling, Relocation & Newcomer
REALTORS® expect home prices to continue to appreciate over the next year, with a median price increase expected of 4 percent over the next 12 months, according to the latest REALTORS® Confidence... read more
Resources for New Houston Residents
11 June, 2014| Home Buying, Relocation & Newcomer, Moving & Stora...
Selling your home, moving, settling in to a new home...there are so many things to remember and do. Here is a list of resources from the City of Houston to help you get settled. It includes infor... read more