Carrollton, TX

Something pretty cool is happening in Carrollton, Texas. There is a brand new Townhouse Neighborhood that is pretty close to having it's three models ready. My guess is that by January 30, 2009... the models will be complete.

So you tell me... what does the picture below most look like ? If it wasn't for the two walkways leading up to the front, most folks have told me it looks like a North Dallas Two Story Beauty !

Well... it really IS a North Dallas Two Story Beautry... except for the fact that this is NOT a single family home, but actually THREE townhomes. Two end units and a middle unit.

All of these townhomes come with rear entry garages. Most of the time, todays townhome buyers want an "end unit." In this great new neighborhood... two out of every three homes are "end units..." which of course make them feel much less like townhomes, and much more like free-standing homes.

These luxurious homes start in the high 180's... with larger units in the $230,000 range. If you are ready to go from "Just Looking" to Let's Get Serious"... give the New Home Hotline a call at (817) 929-3400. Let's set aside a time for your very own personal tour.

If there is one thing I can appreciate it is good Cajun and Creole food. At Dodie's Seafood Cafe located in Carrollton, TX. they really know their business. The first time I walked in the door (probably four years ago) I was transported to many vacations spent in New Orleans on Bourbon Street. The wait staff is courteous and the food is authentic. So if you are wanting good food at a reasonable price but don't have time to visit The Big N.O. drop by Dodie's on Josey just north of Frankford. You will enjoy it.

"I GUAR..AN..TEE!"

Owned and operated by Jeff and Michelle Neri.

BTW- 'Oysters Dodie' is my favorite dish on the menu. The oyster is shucked, seasoned with butter, oil, herbs then placed on the grill and served piping hot. It doesn't get any better than that!

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I just left a networking event where I asked everyone to raise their hands if they have heard or believe that there is no money out there if you want to buy a home today. Ninety percent of the people raised their hands. It is simply NOT true! The media is lying to you and to me.

Sure the banks that are still in business have tightened their requirements on who they will lend to (as they should have 5 years ago):

• You actually do need a pulse
• You do need a Job
• You will need to have money to put down on the house
• You can't be up to your eyeballs in debts
• You can't buy a home that you can't afford

What a great philosophy to build off of!! The truth of the matter is that you should not be buying a home if you are in debt and don't have money to put down (this is what got this country in trouble in the first place). You should have a stable income and career before you think about buying a home. You should not be buying something you cannot afford or a home that will cause you financial hardship later (no matter how good of an investment you think it is…you can’t borrow your way to being rich). A home is supposed to be a good investment...not destroy everything you have worked so hard for.

I am not sure what the future holds (it seems everyone else does) but one thing I do know for sure is that there has not been a better time to buy a home in the past 20 years. September and October will go down in history as one the best times (in a very long time) to purchase a home.

• Interest rates are still around 6% (this is fantastic)
• Home prices have dropped because of the few buyers on the market (supply and demand)
• Builders are selling their home below cost
• Banks are giving their returned homes away
• Home sellers have to compete with the builders and banks so they have started dropping their prices.
• There are a lot of homes to choose from
• A first time home buyer or those who have not owned a home in the past 3 years gets a $7,500 tax credit

This is a perfect time for those of you who have saved, patiently waited and prepared for the perfect time to buy a home.

Please don't listen to the media...I spoke with two lenders today and they both said they have great programs available to those people who can qualify (those who have planned & saved well). These are the people who will come out on top when this storm blows over.

If this is you...congratulations you are in the perfect position. Act now--I think we are coming out of this...September and October will go down in history- be a part of that history. Call you lender or your Realtor...if you don't know of a trusted, honest, professional Lender or Realtor who will look at your situation and give you the best advice for your family then call me. I have a great network of ethical Realtors all across the country. If you’re in the Dallas Fort Worth area call me…If you’re not in my area, I will find you someone that you can trust.

I want to be a part of the solution that helps this country once again be the greatest country on God’s green Earth.

Sincerely,

Holt Barber

Ebby Halliday Realtors

c:972-795-3636

Holt@Ebby.com