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SpringFest in Georgetown Texas

I love bragging about the cool things my church does. If you live in Georgetown, Texas and are looking for a church, be sure to look us up!

My church, Hill Country Bible Church, is having a fun event that is FREE and open to the community for kids 10 yrs. old and younger. Join us for a fun Egg Hunt, Moonwalk, Food and Game Booths, Prizes and Live Music.

Date: Saturday, March 22, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: MAP


The following Sunday we have a neat message:


Luxury Country Club in Georgetown, Texas - Cimarron Hills Series

Georgetown, Texas - Home of Cimarron Hills - Amenities

When you buy a home, you also buy into the community that surrounds that home. So if you're thinking of buying a home in Cimarron Hills of Georgetown, TX, it's only natural to ask, "What kind of amenities are nearby?"

Here's the short answer: There are a LOT more amenities near Cimarron Hills than, say, two years ago. The area of Georgetown just south of Cimarron Hills has seen an "explosion" in growth (relatively speaking) in recent months. Five minutes down the road from the secluded Cimarron Hills community, you'll now find a modern movie theater, an outlet mall, an IKEA store, new health care facilities, and some restaurants that are planned for construction soon.

Best of all, this growth takes nothing away from the beauty and serenity of Cimarron Hills, which is tucked quietly away among the live oaks, mountain laurels, and gently rolling waters of the San Gabriel River!

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Georgetown Texas Real Estate Case Study: Better to Rent or Sell Your Home in Georgetown Village?

FREAK - Frequent Real Estate Asked Kuestions

D-and-T-Bargain-Center-Sign.jpg"Back in the day" when we were just starting the accumulation of toys for our children we used to go after some real bargains on Craigslist. Sometimes we would get a toy for such a great deal that when the kids got tired of playing with it, we would sell it on Craigslist again...for a profit!

Well, unfortunately, selling a home in Georgetown, Texas is not the same as selling a toy. I just received this letter today from a lady in my neighborhood:

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San-Diego-Letter.jpgHi Edward.

I believe we may have met once or twice in the village and it seems you do quite a bit of work out here.

I own a home in Georgetown Village and have just accepted an offer for a job with my company out of state. Because I'm only planning to be gone for about 2 years I am considering whether to try to rent my home rather than sell. My husband and I built this home and really like the floorplan, etc. so I'd like to hold on to it if it makes sense financially since we anticipate being back in this area in the future.

To help me make the decision of whether to rent or possibly sell I'd like to get an idea of what rentals in the village go for and how cumbersome the rental process really is - from observing the activity it seems many homes have been up for rent and appear to have people in them now. Is this something you can help me with?

Thanks,
Sarah

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freak_show.jpgWow, that's a great question Sarah and you're certainly not the first to ask it. That's why I'm posting this in my new Frequent Real Estate Asked Kuestions Category. Ok, I know that's not grammatically correct and there is maybe just one spelling error, big deal. How else could I make the acronym spell FREAK?

The thing with selling a home is...it's EXPENSIVE! The costs you have to pay as a seller, although negotiable, are typically around 8% of your sales price! And if you plan on buying a home here in 2 years Sarah, you'll also have to pay title fees and lender fees...adding up to an additional 2% (minimum) of fees. That means, if you decide to sell a $200,000 home and then buy it again in two years (assuming zero appreciation), you've already spent $20,000 just to make the two transactions happen! Good thing selling toys on Craigslist doesn't cost this much!

Even if that $200,000 home sat vacant for 1 year and the mortgage was $1500/month, you would only be out $18,000! By the way Sarah, rents in the Village average $1200/mo. - $1600/mo.

If you make this decision for purely financial reasons, then it just seems as though keeping a home that you already love is the way to go. Two years goes by quickly. However, like Master Card says, "There are some things that money just can't buy." For $20,000, how would you like to:

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  1. Not having to ever worry about making two payments.
  2. Be able to pull out the equity in your home (tax free) for investments or other uses.
  3. Get out of the property management and/or landlord business
  4. Have the option of buying another home/neighborhood when you come back to Georgetown, Texas
  5. Having the freedom to stay longer and maybe never come back to Georgetown, Texas
  6. Have the best real estate agent in Georgetown, Texas help you buy and sell a home!

Wow, I really like #6! Sarah, I hope that helps. Feel free to comment on this blog or call me anytime.

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Berry Creek in Georgetown, Texas - Grooming grounds for the next Tiger Woods

Berry Creek in Georgetown Texas

As you drive back from a long day at work, a neatly lined row of mature Bradford Pear trees and elegant custom homes greets you at the entrance. Surrounding it is a private golf course that has been recognized as one of the top courses in the Southwest. In fact, the Dallas Morning News called Hole #8 one of the top signature holes in the State of Texas! It's no wonder that residents here are training their children and grandchildren on these courses. PGA material is in the making right here in Berry Creek, Georgetown Texas!


Berry Creek Georgetown Texas
This is an established neighborhood in Northwest Georgetown with many beautiful trees, fountains and ponds dotting the landscape. The proximity of HWY 195 makes this the perfect location for a short commute to Ft. Hood/Killeen, and with the toll road and I35 only 5 minutes away, driving south to Round Rock/Austin will be a breeze. Berry Creek also experiences one of the highest levels of market activity in Georgetown, TX creating a healthy variety of inventory for buyers wanting to move in quickly. For those with the desire to custom build and estate home, ½ acre heavily treed lots are still available. Want to learn more about Georgetown, Texas Real Estate? Call Edward today at 512-554-9594!

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Luxury Country Club in Georgetown, Texas - Cimarron Hills Series

Georgetown, Texas - Home of Cimarron Hills - Overview of Lots

What kinds of lots are available in Cimarron Hills of Georgetown, Texas? All kinds of lots! Cimarron Hills chose their location wisely. The community is situated among the oak trees and mountain laurels on a beautiful stretch of Texas Hill Country. The San Gabriel River also winds its way through Cimarron Hills, and did we mention the Jack Nicklaus signature golf course?

What does all this mean? It means that when you choose to buy a home in Georgetown’s Cimarron Hills community, you can choose a lot with a golf course view, a river view, a forest view … you get the picture.

But hurry! With everything they have going for them, the lots at Cimarron Hills won’t last long. If you’d like to tour this wonderful community, please contact me today.

Or click here to discover the homes and lots for sale at Cimarron Hills in Georgetown Texas