Susan Hilton College Station Real Estate
Realtor & Vice President of Sales of Bryan College Station Real Estate
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Archive for May, 2010
Summer Home Sales Examined
May 13th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
The good news is, 2010 is off to a positive start according to sales data for Bryan/College Station after this quarter. After the rough year that was 2009, this year’s numbers are garnering an optimistic view for remaining months. The refreshing numbers are due in part to beginning economic recovery and an increased confidence in the market. Of course, a huge contributing factor is the Homebuyer’s Tax Credit, which provided tax incentives for those intending to purchase a home.
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Don’t Miss this Immaculate Home!
May 12th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
Dreaming of Golf Course views in stunning Pebble Creek? You owe it to yourself to check out 1009 Muirfield Village. This exceptional, custom-built home is where true beauty meets functionality. This home was built to last with amazing energy efficiency upgrades, including 6″ stud interior walls. The flowing floorplan of this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath includes dual living areas that share a fireplace, extensive hardwood floors, enormous bedrooms, and a cook’s dream island kitchen.
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New High School for College Station I.S.D.
May 11th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
The city of College Station and College Station I.S.D. have been in the talking, planning, and finally the implementing stages of the newest addition to the C.S.I.S.D. system. Plans for a new high school, which have been underway for approximately a year, are nearly complete. Announcements have been made during bond updates that construction is set to begin sometime this summer, and as early as May.
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Home Wiring Projects
May 10th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
Spring is the time when most homeowners begin thinking about cleaning, do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, and remodeling. Most of us here in Bryan/College Station would like to take care of these projects before it gets too hot to think. But before you rush into anything, consider checking with professionals before you tackle a home wiring project. Mistakes can be costly, or even deadly. 
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Is it Time for an Upgrade?
May 8th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
You’ve had the appliances in your kitchen forever. For the most part, they are in pretty good shape and serve their purpose. Why worry about budgeting for an upgrade?
Homeowners often forget the impact inefficient appliance have on their power bills. For instance, replacing a refrigerator made before 1993 with a new, Energy Star-rated model could reduce your yearly electricity costs by $65-$100. And with the hot, Brazos Valley summer quickly approaching, what better time to take a look at your air conditioning unit? Additionally, rebates are currently being offered by the federal stimulus bill to provide further incentive for replacing old appliances with energy-efficient alternatives.
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