Frank Bailey, ABR, GRI

I had the pleasure on this fathers day to play the Resort course, one of two incredible courses at La Cantera. Green fees were discounted because of aeration of the greens, and I must say, Thank you.

This is a beautiful manicured course and a profession facility from the parking lot to the 18th green. We played from the "tips" where the pro's played the Valero open where I also had the pleasure of seeing Zach Johnson win in May 2009.

Standing on the various tees and you can see fantastic views of the hill country and Fiesta Texas. It really is a breath taking scenario.

as you can see from the picture the they really used all of the layout, a well designed course. This facility is located in the Northwestern side of San Antonio, near intersection 10 and Loop 1604 about 15 miles from the downtown central business district and the Riverwalk. It situated in the same area as Six Flags Fiest Texas and the Shops of La Cantera. I can really be a great weekend getaway for you and the family.

If you love the area and decide to move their the median prices of the homes in that area are below. The main subdivisions are the affordable Crown Ridge to the higher end of Stonewall Ranch and Estates. There is truly a home here for all walks of life

If you ever get the chance to play this course of visit this facility, you won't regret it.

Your San Antonio Realtor!

Hello all!

I have a lot of buyers shopping around. They hear the news that we are in a buyer's market, hows are just being given away!. Excitement takes over, but...... buyers are still on the fence. Why? Because when a good thing comes, sometimes it seems too good to be true, or maybe, and just maybe... if we wait a little longer, the market will drop just that much more. Realistic? No. No? Yes, no!

What you have to realize, you, as a buyer or seller, or investor is, you won't know the bottom until it bottom out and starts to rise back up! When I say this, I get the usual, "what do you mean" and I'm happy to explain. Take a simple approach, take a pen and paper, from the top start drawing a line at an angle downwards, stop when you feel the market has hit the bottom, and go back upwards when you feel the market has shifted again. You will find, that when you think the bottom is happening, your pen is moving back up. You really don't know where to make the change? You can't trust the news, it's too broad and doesn't match where you live. Now you're at a crossroad.

Have you waited too long, did you miss the best deal? No, actually, the deal and the best deal you make is when you make the decision to get down off the fence. We are at the best time, as far as interest rates and inventory go... BTW, they rose, hmm..., I'm talking interest rates.. Still waiting?

Buyers and sellers, now, is the best time to buy or sell. Sell at a realistic price and recoup the benefits on the next home you buy. Small gain/loss now selling, big gain/home buying on your next home, it's simple.

You just need a few things, your trusted Realtor, to guide you, recommend and assist you. They will point you in the right direction for a loan officer, which you really need to take advantage of today's market, and let you know what the homes are going for in the area you are looking to buy.

Trust in your Realtor and you will be a proud home owner or seller. Wall street jumps, real estate sways... at the end of the day, where do you trust to put your money in. I know where I'm putting mine!

Just my 2 cents from your San Antonio Realtor!

I'm a Realtor, and proud of it. With that, I take this job as a career and never use it as a 9 -5 time table. I schedule and adjust my schedule for my family first, and my clients. What better career is there where you can work primarily on appointments, (with your clients) and take the time to improve yourself on "your own" time for real estate education and presentation skills.

Now the big question is, when is "your own" time. With technology the way it is today, we can always answer an email, send a CMA, or even post a blog at any time and from any place. As a Realtor, it's vital to your success to have a laptop with wireless connection and/or a Blackberry or any other smart phone on your "hip".

So with that being said, there is no 9 - 5, you are on call for as much as you chose to be, or as little as you chose to be. But.... make sure you are up to speed, you never know when you will receive an email that you will need to introduce, guide, inform and nurture into a happy home buyer or seller!

Who needs to stuck on a 9 - 5 shift, make my career apart of my daily routine any day!

That's one of the great things about being a Realtor!

I had the pleasure of playing the Bandit golf course in New Braunfels, Texas. At first viewing, the course and layout is stunning! The condition of the course is very well taken care of, however you do have to bring your "A" game, and your best putting stroke, the greens are quick. From the first hole to the last, you are challenged with the shot placement accompanied with beautiful landscaped views, layed out by nature and homes. The course truly lives up to the name "Bandit" as it seemed to steal a good amount of golf balls from my bag! I will definitely plot revenge on this course, and book a tee time again here in the near future.

The homes surrounding the course range from decent to lavish in prices and size. This area truly has a home for all walks of living comforts.

The price to play the course is reasonable for its difficulty level and condition, and won't set you back too much, and if you are military, or a veteran, you get a size-able discount.

Even the pratice greens, and driving range is well taken care of. I definitely put this course in my top 10 of courses to play in or near San Antonio, Texas!

Your San Antonio Realtor

Spring is in the air; that means changes are coming. As a home seller what steps do you have in place to get your home sold. 90 days are the norm here in San Antonio right now to find the buyer that wants your home. Are you taking the steps to make your home that buyers dream?

Let's start our checklist to make your home the one to choose when your selling.

A Good First Impression Can Help Sell Your Home!
Your major role as a seller will be to make your home as attractive as possible to potential buyers. The time, effort, and limited financial investment involved can give you the competitive edge needed to sell your home when you want for the best possible price. Remember, first impressions are the most lasting and the most important to the sale of your home.

Use this checklist to make sure your home looks its best:
q Cut lawn and edge around walks and drive.
q Weed all flower beds.
q Trim shrubs and remove dead branches and limbs.
q Remove all debris from yard and store toys and lawn equipment out of sight.
q Make sure roof, gutters and downspouts are in good repair.
q Replace cracked windows and torn screens. Clean windows, screens, and sills.
q Polish doorknob. Make sure doorbell and front lights are working.
q Wipe smudges off walls and woodwork.
q Shampoo rugs and carpets, wash/clean all floors.
q Fix any leaking faucets or fixtures.
q Tighten loose banisters or steps.
q Replace burnt-out light bulbs.
q Organize closets and shelves.
q Repair/replace bathroom caulking if needed.
q Organize attic and garage.
q De-clutter!!!!!!!!
q Remove and dispose of any items you do not plan to take to your next home.
q Talk to us before painting walls and replacing flooring if cleaning doesn't do the trick!

In a buyers market you have to make sure you do your part to make your home as attractive as possible. A simple test, what you look for in a home is what your future home buyer is looking for. Think as a buyer when preparing your home for sale and price it right... and you will sell.

From your San Antonio Realtor!