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20 10, 2013

CENTURY 21 Launches New International Property Search

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00October 20th, 2013|CENTURY 21|Comments Off on CENTURY 21 Launches New International Property Search

International real estate grows in prominence and importance with every passing year. Several of our neighborhoods are attracting thriving communities of expats who live, work, and play in a world class metropolitan area. When you live in a region with an economy last measured at $442.4 billion, larger than Austria’s, South Africa’s, or the United Arab Emirate’s, you see a lot of folks from around the world coming to do business or settle down. This works in reverse as well, travel to any global metropolis from Sao Paulo to Shenzhen, and you will see Texans winning friends and influencing people. Texans in general have always welcomed opportunity no matter where in the world it comes knocking. This is why we are excited that CENTURY 21 has revamped and released an industry leading international real estate search. If you are looking to buy real estate in any one of over 71 countries where there is a CENTURY 21 System member, then let us connect you to them through our global referral network. Just want to see what’s on the market down in San Miguel Allende, Mexico? Now you can.

Here is what President and CEO of Century21 Real Estate LLC had to say about the new global real estate search portal.

“Property transactions today are occurring from country to country and continent to continent, through the development and launch of our global website, CENTURY 21 has positioned its over 102,000 sales professionals to collaborate, connect and engage buyers, sellers […]

1 10, 2013

My house is on the market! Ten Tips for staying “show ready”!

By Diane Lominac|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00October 1st, 2013|Advice|Comments Off on My house is on the market! Ten Tips for staying “show ready”!

Having your home on the market is a stressful time for even the most organized person. Keeping your home in a show-ready status at all times can be a challenge. There are many things you can do in advance to ease your stress level and make your home stand out. The amount of preparation you put into it before you list will definitely keep you ahead of the game, but what about everyday living?

Here are ten tried and true tips from some very clever sellers.

Keep a list of to-do tasks, and review it every night before bed.
Enlist the help of your kids. Make them responsible for making their beds, tidying the bathrooms, and putting away all toys and clothes.
Do you have pets? If so, vacuum and sweep daily. Also, keep the yard picked up after the pets and clean the litter box daily too.
Empty the dishwasher as soon as the dishes are clean. For those crazy days when it’s not all done and you have a last minute showing, throw the dirty dishes in the dishwasher.
Keep a couple of empty laundry baskets handy. When the call comes for a showing, dump everything you can’t find a place for in the baskets. Load up the baskets, the kids, and the pets in the car and take your messy house with you. When it’s time to return home, bring in the baskets and work from there.
If you […]

6 09, 2013

End of Summer Market Update: Montgomery County

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00September 6th, 2013|News|Comments Off on End of Summer Market Update: Montgomery County

See how the market is doing with our latest Montgomery County Residential Market Update. Click the link above to see a short video outlining the key market trends at the end of the summer. In case you are wondering, it’s been another white hot summer buying season here in Texas. Many buyers who waited have found fewer homes on the market and higher prices, despite mortgage rates creeping upwards after historic lows. If you would like a market video regarding your city or zip code, contact us and we will be glad to provide one.

15 08, 2013

David Hageman Earns National Luxury Home Designation

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00August 15th, 2013|Realty Partners|Comments Off on David Hageman Earns National Luxury Home Designation

The Woodlands, TX — David Hageman, real estate agent with Century21
Realty Partners in The Woodlands was recently awarded the Accredited Luxury Home
Specialist (ALHS) Designation from the Luxury Home Council.

The Accredited Luxury Home Specialist (ALHS) Logo is testimony to the agent’s training
and expertise in the luxury home marketplace. To display the ALHS logo and be accepted
into the Luxury Home Council, David successfully completed the Accredited Luxury Home
Specialist Course, represented a buyer or seller in at least two transactions where the
purchase price is at least twice the average sales price and David is in good standing
with the National Association of REALTORS®.

Luxury Home Council Members receive numerous benefits to assist in marketing and selling
upscale properties. Advantages of membership include access to the members only section
of LuxuryHomeCouncil.com and LuxuryHomesAndProperties.com to market luxury
listings, a subscription, to The Luxury Home Expert an online magazine, discounts on
products and services, and referral opportunities.

David Hageman joins an elite membership of top real estate agents throughout the United
States. Members must subscribe to a dedication like no others. They strive to provide
exceptional service to affluent clients through rigorous education focusing on the Luxury
Home Market and their understanding of the special demands of affluent buyers and sellers.

For more information contact David Hageman at 713-494-1402 or visit the Council website
at: LuxuryHomeCouncil.com

12 07, 2013

Just Listed: Spacious Lake Conroe Waterfront Home on 1.5 Acres

By Realty Partners|2013-07-12T15:08:44-05:00July 12th, 2013|Realty Partners|Comments Off on Just Listed: Spacious Lake Conroe Waterfront Home on 1.5 Acres

If you love the water, this is your opportunity. Just listed with CENTURY 21 Realty Partners, this waterfront home could be yours. This home was built to enjoy the lake in style and comfort. The property has over 166 feet of bulkhead and a spacious private dock with a 29 foot boat lift. Construction on this home was only completed in 2009, and was built with ample luxury and space. There are so many classy touches, take for example the travertine floors, coffered wood ceilings in the den, master bathroom walk-in shower, double vanity, a sunroom, granite countertops, cherry wood cabinetry, SS Kitchen-aid appliances, and too many more to list. In addition this home features storage everywhere, a three car garage, and a separate 1440 sq. ft. barn. Plenty of space for jetskis, boats, and all the other fun stuff that goes with living on the water.

If you would like to learn more or schedule a showing contact Patti Beaulier at 281.844.5404.

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30 05, 2013

Texas Economic Boom No Secret Even in UK

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00May 30th, 2013|News|Comments Off on Texas Economic Boom No Secret Even in UK

The most shared story on the UK website BBC News Magazine right now are the 10 reasons why so many people are moving to Texas. Apparently the good news about Texas is no secret even in Europe. Texas has 5 of the top 10 fastest growing cities in the United States by both absolute numbers and by percentage. Houston had the second largest population increase in absolute numbers according to the US Census with San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, and Forth Worth also breaking into the top 10. In terms of percentage the fastest growing city in the USA was San Marcos with a nearly 5% increase. Number 10 on the list, and the fastest growing city in the Houston area was Conroe with a 4.01% year over year population increase. In terms of new arrivals, Texas led the nation with 210,590 last year, followed by North Carolina with 60,106 and Virginia with 40,844. All this good press is no surprise to us, we’ve already been sharing lots of the good news and facts regarding Texas in general and Houston in particular. If anyone in the UK does decide to pack up and move to Houston, they would be pleased to know that Houston has an office of the British Consulate General downtown on Louisiana Street. One of the many perks of living in a world-class city. Expect to see many more families moving into our neighborhoods.

Here are the 10 reasons, check out the BBC article to find the details […]

29 05, 2013

Realogy Charitable Foundation Lends Support to Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00May 29th, 2013|Giving Back|Comments Off on Realogy Charitable Foundation Lends Support to Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts

As many of you know, on May 20 a deadly tornado (with estimated peak speeds of 210 m.p.h.) touched down in Moore, Oklahoma just south of Oklahoma City. The tornado killed 24 people, 10 of whom were children, and injured 377 others. As with the rest of the nation we are saddened by this tragedy. As residents of Texas we are not strangers to the devastation that tornadoes can bring. We are posting here a letter from Rick Davidson President and CEO of Century 21 Real Estate LLC that touches on the impact of this storm on CENTURY 21 Franchisees in Oklahoma and the communities they call home. The letter includes and appeal for charitable donations to several organizations that are working to relieve the suffering felt in Oklahoma. Please consider giving, many of these organization offer aid during natural disasters worldwide, and many of these organizations were there for us during Hurricane Ike. Thank you.

Dear CENTURY 21® System Members,

Our thoughts are with all those impacted by the tornadoes that ripped through Moore, Oklahoma. Some members of the CENTURY 21 Family incurred property damage, but all brokers, managers, and agents are safe.

The destruction caused by these tornadoes has affected schools, homes, and businesses throughout the area. If you would like to help, you can make a donation through the Realogy Charitable Foundation. Your gift enables the following charities to provide assistance in response to this disaster:

American Red Cross – At the forefront at any disaster, the Red Cross is on […]

6 05, 2013

3 Tips for Getting Your Home Ready to Sell: Curb Appeal, Clearing Clutter, Cleaning Windows

By Diane Lominac|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00May 6th, 2013|Advice|Comments Off on 3 Tips for Getting Your Home Ready to Sell: Curb Appeal, Clearing Clutter, Cleaning Windows

Getting your home ready to sell can be a lot of work. I find that sellers who invest in curb appeal, clearing clutter, and cleaning windows help buyers fall in love with their house.

Curb Appeal. First impressions matter. Drive up to your home as if you were a new buyer. What do you see? Are the gutters full of debris? Is the driveway clean? Do your flower beds need some fresh mulch and a little trimming? Are there brown spots or unmanicured areas in the lawn? Now, walk to the front door. Does it need a fresh coat of paint or varnish? Is the hardware okay or does it look past its prime? Look up, are there cobwebs or nests in the corners of the porch? Remember, this is the location a buyer stands waiting for an agent to unlock the door. They have time to look around and notice these things. Make a ‘to do’ list – and get it done!

Clearing Clutter. Buyers want to imagine your house with their belongings. Clean out closets to show off how much space is available. The same goes for kitchen and bathroom cabinets. If you don’t use it every day, consider packing it up and storing it. You don’t really need 50 glasses and 30 plates right now, do you? Having less clutter and storing your excess items makes it easier to keep your home tidy and show ready!

Being organized helps you when it’s time to start […]

25 04, 2013

Houston New Home Permits Up 44% To Keep Up With Demand

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00April 25th, 2013|News|Comments Off on Houston New Home Permits Up 44% To Keep Up With Demand

If you’re looking to buy in the Houston area, expect more and more showings to look like this. House Under Construction by Charles Rondeau As reported by the Houston Business Journal, new residential construction permits in Houston are up 44% since March 2012. These figures were compiled in a report by the Greater Houston Partnership. The city issued a total of $187.3 million worth of permits just for March, compared to $130.2 million for the same month last year.

This comes as no surprise since we have had very tight inventory in nearly every Houston area market. With Houston’s economy running wide open, and continued rise as a global city, the demand for more homes and workplaces will only increase. We have witnessed multiple bid scenarios with several of our listings and we expect supply to further tighten before it increases again.

Where have you seen new construction going up? Have you seen multiple offers on a home? Please tell us in the comments!

8 04, 2013

Houston: The Next Great American City

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00April 8th, 2013|Our Communities|Comments Off on Houston: The Next Great American City

Here at CENTURY 21 Realty Partners, we always keep an eye out for what the chattering class is saying about Houston. For years, many urban planners have sneered at Houston, dismissing it as merely the center of a sprawling and anarchic metropolitan area. The suburbs, the freeways, the lack of density, the lack of zoning, the poor mass transit, Houston was deemed a backwards and tasteless city that would never amount to much. While gallons of ink has been spilled describing why Houston shouldn’t work, Houstonians have been quietly going to work, living their lives, and building a vibrant urban region. It seems that people are starting to realize what we knew all along: Houston is not just a great place to do business, Houston is a great place to live.

Coming to our intellectual defense is Joel Kotkin, Professor of Urban Development and a Fellow at Chapman University. He has recently penned and article titled, “Houston Rising—Why the Next Great American Cities Aren’t What You Think.” Kotkin’s article applauds us for many of the reasons we already know about, job

s, growth, diversity, culture, opportunity, and many more. What stood out however, was his standards by which he judges a city and his explanation as to why they grow:

“Cities grow primarily because they do what cities were designed to do in the first place: help their residents achieve their aspirations.”

What a simple yet powerful statement. A city is just a physical place where people live in […]