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  My husband is leaving for Afghanistan can I use a Power of Attorney to sign for him on the sale of our house in Bayou Vista? Yes.  A Power of Attorney (POA) is becoming common place for title companies these days, especially for our military families. Here are some of things to know about a POA...
02/08/2011
  REALTOR® Pay Plan in Galveston County Home Market I have decided to purchase my first home and am going to use a REALTOR® to help me.  How do they get paid? First I would like to thank you for your thoughtful question.  When a REALTOR® represents you in the home buying process, once the job is ...
02/08/2011
  As  buyers of our first home in Bayou Vista, Texas Galveston County , can you explain the fees charged by the title company. The ‘closing’ or final settlement and transfer of ownership for your home in Bayou Vista Texas, Galveston County will include the listed items & cost.   Please be aware t...
02/08/2011
The Balinese Room Galveston Texas The infamous Balinese Room a Galveston Legend, jetted 600 feet out into the Gulf of Mexico.  It was a very popular night club back in the 40’s and 50’s.  Some of the greatest entertainers spotlighted here. Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, ZZ Top and many othe...
02/07/2011
  Waterfront Canal Homes in Omega Bay La Marque, Galveston County Texas  Omega Bay waterfront canal home community located in La Marque, Galveston County Texas, has more to offer than just a wonderful price tag. This great community is located just off I-45 for easy access to Houston and surround...
02/05/2011
    When buying a beach front home on Galveston Island, there are a few special things you need to know.   1.  Base Elevation – One of the first things to understand when purchasing property in or around Galveston Island is the base flood elevation (BFE).  The base elevation is measured from the ...
02/04/2011
  There are only seven species of sea turtles recorded and six of those are classified as endangered.  Kemp’s Ridley is the smallest of the all the species, with a full grown adult weighing between 80 to 100 pounds.  Their top shells or caraspace are oval or heart shaped.  They inhabit warm water...
01/31/2011
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In an era where Baby Boomers are quickly approaching their 60th birthday in the face of economic instability, the banks, like the vultures they can be, have set their eyes upon a new target.  Reverse Mortgages, not a new idea, but one that is gaining popularity in the growing population of senio...
01/31/2011
  When looking to purchase a home, not all REALTORS® are alike!  Some of the things you may want to know before you hire an agent to represent you in the purchase of your next property:   Q  Knows the market One of the most important qualities of the agent you have chosen to help with the locatin...
01/30/2011
When thinking about selling your home here are a few steps to help you do this quickly! Step 1:  Decide if you really want to SELL versus putting a sign in the yard to see if you can get what you are dreaming for it.  This common mistake by sellers can put out a spark quicker than anything else....
01/29/2011