Sara Goss, Realtor, Houston Bay Area, Texas

Do you have the coolest cat in the community, the darndest dog at the dog park or another talented and amazing "pet" that would like to be a STAR and compete for a $1500 grand prize?
Mail in their dvd now!


The 2009 Paw Search talent competition is being sponsored by Gulf Greyhound Park in La Marque, Texas, and the competition is open until September 7, 2009.




Thirteen qualifiers, and mind you no dangerous pets are allowed, will be chosen to perform "live" at Gulf Greyhound Park in the finals for the Grand Prize of $1500. Winner will be announced Sept. 7, 2009.

In addition to the dvd, entrants must include a 50 words or less written description of the video, along with 3 other documents and releases. (see link) No commercial videos will be accepted.


Our pets are truly lovable members of the family but generally do earn a living so aren't we lucky that there are no entry fees, and talented pets of all sorts are eligible. See the link below for full details.


PawSearchOfficialRules

Mail DVD Submission and ALL Signed Release Forms to:
Gulf Greyhound Park
Attn: Paw Search Contest
P.O. Box 488
La Marque Texas, 77568

SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search Listings: www.har.com/saragoss

Serving home buyers and home sellers in the greater Houston/Galveston area of Texas.

I worked in the morning on the Fourth of July, and took some photos while traveling between clients. I admit I am not much of a landscape photographer, what interests me are people, or evidence of people and what they do. Here are a few . . . .

©2009 Sara Goss All rights reserved


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search Listings: www.har.com/saragoss


Serving home buyers and home sellers in the Houston Bay Area of Texas.

Long may it wave, those broad stripes and bright stars.
Happy Fourth of July to you and yours.


©2009 Sara Goss All rights reserved


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
www.har.com/saragoss

Proudly serving home buyers and home sellers in the Houston Bay Area of Texas.
Have a safe and happy holiday weekend.

Sometimes the best thing about selling real estate is looking at properties. Most of my buyers are looking for fairly new homes, or new construction. But recently, I have been showing a couple some older homes. They are are relocating from the east coast and want a home with a sense of history, a traditional home in their words.





I'm secretly jumping up and down because I love older homes. All those extra architectural details and built-ins are just plain cool.






In the greater bay area of Houston, Texas, we are still experiencing rapid growth, and that means there are dozens and dozens and dozens of fairly new homes and subdivisions. In all price ranges. I like scouting the new ones and staying aware of progress on existing communities. Close-Out! Now that's a happy word here if you are looking for a bargain in new construction.





Showing older homes is one of the ultimate experiences for me as a buyer's agent. Around every corner there may be more quirky built-in storage in the teeniest tiniest little section of wall. Or door hardware and fixtures that seem timeless and substantial, not aluminum and disposable and to-be-replaced in 5-10 years. Wide framing around a doorway says "permanence" and in a way references the stability of families, jobs and commitment to a place that have deteriorated in subsequent times. Admit it, it's just plain satisfying to swing open a door that has some weight to it.






Don't know what my buyers will ultimately choose, but glad we are of like minds when it comes to older homes. Not quite a fetish, just a strong fondness. Can't wait to view some more homes on their list!




©2009 Sara Goss All rights reserved


SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search Listings: www.har.com/saragoss

Serving the Houston Bay Area of Texas, helping families sell their houses and helping families find the home of their dreams, from new construction to historical homes.

They are only learning opportunities.

Photo©2009 Sara Goss All rights reserved

Stay Cool!

SARA GOSS, REALTOR®
HatmakerGroup.com GMAC Real Estate
Search Listings: www.har.com/saragoss

Serving the Houston Bay Area of Texas, helping families sell their houses and helping families find the home of their dreams.