Susan Hilton College Station Real Estate
Realtor & Vice President of Sales of Bryan College Station Real Estate
Read my blog below
Archive for October, 2011
Compare Century 21 Beal to Other Real Estate Companies in Bryan College Station
October 24th, 2011 Categories: Market Trends, Real Estate
Last week I sent out the Market Action Report for Bryan College Station real estate and posted a blog and I had several people email back asking how Century 21 Beal compared to the market.
Just couldn’t respond with just a text message or something boring – I had to create a GREAT VISUAL to show how Century 21 Beal is #1 in the market AGAIN! Just click on the links for all the info.
- September 2011 – How Century 21 Beal BEAT the Real Estate Market
- YTD 2011 – Century 21 Beal is #1
- Here is the report just in case you missed the Market Action Report for Jan – Sept 2011 in Bryan College Station
- Century 21 Beal Compared to Other Real Estate Offices
| Discussion: No Comments »
Chinese Drywall in YOUR HOME in Bryan College Station?
October 20th, 2011 Categories: Home Improvement & Design, Investment Real Estate, Neighborhoods
Carol Rakowitz arranged for Steve Jolly from Texas Professional Inspections to talk with the agents of Century 21 Beal about Chinese Drywall. Most people have no idea that his could be an issue in their homes nor do they know how much it could affect their home and health.
Chinese Drywall came into the country during around 2001 through 2007 due to the shortage of building materials after hurricanes. The drywall came from China. It has been outlawed BUT many experts believe it is still coming into the country through Mexico and is NOT labeled as Chinese drywall.
Chinese Drywall emits a sulfur gas. The gas CAN (but not always) emit a noxious odor. This fume/gas corrodes copper and other metals which will damage electrical wiring, plumbing, appliances, electronics in the home, air conditioning PLUS what it does to your body and the bodies of your pets.
So, what do you do if you think you might have Chinese Drywall or if you want to make sure you aren’t purchasing a home with Chinese Drywall? First – get an inspection from someone who has experience with Chinese drywall. Then ask LOTS of questions! Has the owner ever noticed a sulfur smell? Have the appliances been replaced? Have they had any corrosion issues with their electrical systems?
If you find YOUR home has Chinese drywall I suggest you contact Foreman and Associates to discuss possible abatement remedies and get an evaluation. I am not affiliated with Foreman and Associates and have not used them but they are one of the only sources I have found to be providing information and ideas at this time for our area.
Many homes with Chinese drywall must be stripped down to the slab, roof and studs to be remedied so this is an issue to take very seriously.
Susan Hilton
| Discussion: No Comments »
Bryan College Station Foreclosures Available!
October 14th, 2011 Categories: Foreclosures, Investment Real Estate
FORECLOSURES in Brazos County!!! Looking for a foreclosure home in the Bryan, College Station, Hearne, Marquez, Hearne or Navasota area? Click on this link which will take you to my REALTOR.com profile page. Click on LISTINGS and you will see the latest available information of properties that are currently available. If you want to be notified when we are GETTING a new foreclosure home send me a note! All foreclosure properties we put on the market are available to everyone but many sell right away!
Currently there are properties available in Bryan, College Station, Hearne and Marquez but MANY more are coming in othere areas such as Medias, Navasota, Caldwell and beyond.
Call me if you are looking for properties in
- South College Station
- Southwood Valley
- Rural areas with acreage
- Edelweiss Gartens
- Under $30,000
| Discussion: No Comments »
September 2011 Market Action Report for Bryan College Station Real Estate
October 12th, 2011 Categories: Market Trends
September 2011 Market Action Report for Bryan College Station Real Estate
Above is a link to the actual pdf with the September 2011 Market Action Report for Bryan College Station Real Estate.
In order to serve my clients better, I study the market. My Market Action Report takes a monthly look at the market statistically, and then also provides a narration as to what the numbers mean. The link below will take you to a look at Brazos County showing a great snapshot of the overall market.
I think you will find the report interesting and the trends informative. But please remember, the “market” is actually made up of multiple sub-markets in both area and price. If you would like a detailed look at your situation, please feel free to give me a call. I am here for all your real estate questions and needs
| Discussion: No Comments »
Bryan College Station lend a face find a cure!
October 12th, 2011 Categories: Community Events, Family, The Realtor's Life
Every 3 minutes, a woman in the US learns she has breast cancer. This effects all of us as we all have women we love. As you are more than likely aware, October is breast cancer awareness month, and the perfect time to get the word out to every woman you love that they need to perform a monthly breast self exam as well as schedule a mammogram every year after age 40. There are numerous events and shows of support going on this month. Earlier this month, was the Surviving and Thriving luncheon in B/CS, and many professional athletes have been donning pink to spread the word!
My friend and Mary Kay Sales Director, Ashley Virnau, told me about something she and Mary Kay are doing to raise funds to go towards breast cancer research via the Mary Kay Ash Foundation. It’s simple, all you do is lend your face, receive a complimentary facial, and a donation will be made to the Mary Kay Ash Foundation! Also, for every Party held within Ashley’s unit, they will donate $20 to the Mary Kay Ash foundation! This is a win/win as you get to have an amazing facial while supporting something that will one way or another effect us all!
To book your facial, call Ashley Virnau at 979-220-7281
For all your real estate needs, call Farrah Spears at 979-229-0919
Farrah Spears
Realtor, Century 21 Beal
979-229-0919
farrahs@century21bcs.com
| Discussion: No Comments »
