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Picnic Spots to Tent Sites: The Best Outdoor Escapes Near Houston

By Jasmine Rockwell|2025-10-28T13:09:42-05:00October 15th, 2025|Advice, Our Communities, Realty Partners|

Whether you’re craving a quiet afternoon under the trees or a weekend under the stars, the Houston area is surrounded by parks and campgrounds that make escaping the city a breeze. From family-friendly green spaces with splash pads and BBQ pits to lakeside campsites with hiking trails and fishing docks, there’s something for everyone just a short drive from H-Town. Here’s your guide to some of the best picnic spots, tent sites, and outdoor getaways near Houston; perfect for day trips, weekend retreats, and memory-making moments

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From Shingles to Savings: What Your Roof Means for Insurance Rates

By Jasmine Rockwell|2025-10-28T13:24:09-05:00August 15th, 2025|Advice, CENTURY 21, News, Our Communities|

When you think about your home’s roof, you probably picture shingles, gutters, and the occasional leak after a heavy Houston downpour. But did you know that your roof plays a major role in your homeowners insurance costs and coverage options? Whether you are a current homeowner or in the market to buy, understanding this connection can save you thousands of dollars and a lot of headaches.

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The Real Value of Working with a Local Agent

By Jasmine Rockwell|2025-10-28T13:22:55-05:00August 1st, 2025|Advice, CENTURY 21, Listings, Our Communities, Realty Partners, Uncategorized|

When it comes to buying or selling a home, many people ask the same question: “Do I really need a local real estate agent?” With all the websites, apps, and nationwide companies out there, it’s easy to believe you can manage everything with a few clicks. But here’s the truth; working with a local agent, someone who lives in and understands your market, gives you a major advantage. In Houston’s diverse real estate scene, local knowledge isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. So what exactly does a local real estate agent bring to the table? A whole lot more than you might expect.

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Flash Floods in West Texas and Why Preparedness Matters in Houston

By Jasmine Rockwell|2025-10-28T13:22:11-05:00July 15th, 2025|Advice, News, Our Communities|

Our hearts go out to the families affected by the catastrophic flash flooding in West Texas during early July. More than 119 lives were tragically lost, including 27 young campers and counselors at Camp Mystic near Hunt. The Guadalupe River surged between 22 and 26 feet in less than an hour, sweeping away cabins, cars, and cherished memories. Reports describe heart-wrenching scenes: bunk beds submerged in mud, personal belongings scattered, and heroic rescue efforts involving helicopters, boats, and drones. These heartbreaking moments remind us just how quickly nature can change everything and how important it is to be prepared, even when we feel far removed from the storm..

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Top 4th of July Events in Houston for 2025

By Jasmine Rockwell|2025-10-28T13:21:09-05:00July 3rd, 2025|Events, Our Communities|

Houston knows how to light up the sky, and the streets, when it comes to celebrating Independence Day. Whether you’re all about live music, fireworks, family fun, or waterfront views, there’s a 4th of July event with your name on it! Here’s your go-to guide for the top 4th of July events in and around Houston in 2025.

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Moving to Houston: What You Need to Know

By Jasmine Rockwell|2025-10-28T13:20:39-05:00July 1st, 2025|CENTURY 21, Realty Partners|

If Houston’s on your radar, you’re not alone. From booming job opportunities to vibrant neighborhoods and endless entertainment, Houston is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, and for good reason. Whether you’re relocating from across the state or the other side of the country, here are a few key things to know before making H-Town your hometown.

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CENTURY 21 Realty Partners 2015 Awards Gala

By Shawn Owens|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00March 26th, 2015|Events, Realty Partners|

What a great event at CENTURY 21 Realty Partners. The 2015 Awards Gala was held at April Sound Country Club on April 24th. It was a cocktail event to acknowledge the award winning efforts of our offices in 2014. The chef prepared a wonderful meal and we all enjoyed mingling with our guests and fellow agents. The main highlight of the evening was the number of Quality Service awards that the management team presented to the agents. Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you for introducing us to all of your guests. We are looking forward to a stupendous 2015 and hope that you are all winners again next year!

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Foreign Home Buyers Add $11 billion To Texas Economy

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00September 11th, 2014|News|

It’s common knowledge that everyone wants to buy their own little piece of Texas right now, particularly international homebuyers. Just take a look at the 2014 Texas International Homebuyers Report released this month by the Texas Association of REALTORS®. Take a looks at some of the highlights below. We have already seen international buyers making significant impacts throughout the Houston Area housing market, this trend is very likely continue into the future.

Texas constituted 12% ($11.06 billion) of international home sales in the United States between March 2013 to March 2014. This is a 3% increase from the previous period and the highest level in the past five years.
Texas ranked third in the U.S. for total number of international home sales by state, after Florida and California.
More than half of all international home buyers in Texas originate from Latin America or the Caribbean.
By a significant margin, the majority of U.S. home purchases by Mexican buyers are in Texas, with 65% of purchases occurring in the Lone Star State.

If you are an international buyer who is interested in Texas real estate don’t hesitate to contact us. We have Certified International Property Specialists (CIPS) who are specifically trained on how to handle transactions with international aspects.

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2013 Record Year for Houston Area Home Sales

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00January 26th, 2014|News|

It is no secret that Houston’s economy just keeps pumping, throughout the region both transplants and locals are discovering that buying a home makes sense. Understandably, housing supply has been extremely tight throughout the year. All this growth has driven single-family home sales in the Houston area to the lowest recorded inventory levels. Ever. According to the latest Houston Association of Realtors monthly report, single-family home sales hit a record 73,232 closings in 2013, up an astounding 17.4% over 2012 (itself a very active year). Here’s a look at some statistical highlights from 2013:

The Houston Area recorded 86,000 new jobs created, plenty of those new workers seem to have bought houses.
The Houston Area median home price was $180,000 in 2013, up 9.4% over the previous year.
The Houston Area average home price was a record-setting $265,017, up 10.3% from the previous average of $240,326 a year ago.
Single-family home inventory hit a record low of 2.6 months, meaning that’s how long it would take for the Houston Area to sell every home listed given the current rate of sales. That’s less than the 3.7 months from 2012 and 5.8 months from 2011. A more “balanced” or “typical” market would usually hover around 6 months. This is absolutely a seller’s market.
Total volume of home sales jumped 30.2% to $20.89 billion dollars.

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Texas Economic Boom No Secret Even in UK

By Realty Partners|2017-03-13T15:54:53-05:00May 30th, 2013|News|

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 […]

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