I am not a University of Texas fan nor am I a University of Oklahoma fan. And no I am not an Aggie fan either. However I did sort of enjoy the UT slam on this license plate. The wife was driving the car.
Have a great day and GO TEXANS!
Ron Wickes
Nonsense thoughts on a slow Friday afternoon at the office:
-Now that all three of my high tech devices (Android cell phone, Samsung Galaxy 10.1 tablet and laptop computer) are all synched it sounds like a calliope when one email arrives. And if someone sends an email to all of my four email addresses at the same time it sounds like the London symphony Orchestra when they arrive.
-Foxnews is reporting on Iran's nuclear secrets. Are they still secrets if a major television station is reporting on them?
-I know the unemployment rate is high because there are so many republican presidential candidates seeking one job.
-I ate too much at the office lunch and now could really use a nap.
-Our wonderful Lake Conroe is down 6' from its' normal level. This isn't nonsense however I am ready to cry over it.
-My SCUBA students have no idea how quickly the water will get cold once our first cold front arrives. And by cold front I mean a high of only 85 degrees.
-The Houston Astros really are the worst team in baseball ----- again. I also hope that MLB doesn't sell to this Crane guy. Anyone who war profiteers does not deserve to own a baseball team.
-Why do so many women on match.com have dogs in their pictures? 
-I'm bored and it is time to go home.
-I hope you have a GREAT weekend!
Ron
The last SCUBA class of the year is starting tomorrow (9/8/11). There is still time to sign up and become a certified open water SCUBA diver. Give me a shout today!
Ages 10 and up. This is the sport of a lifetime!
Have a great day!
Ron
Dive here: I did. It's great! Think you know where it is at? Give me a shout.
The next Open Water Diver SCUBA class at the Conroe YMCA will start the first week of June. If you or someone you know is interested in learning to SCUBA dive please get in touch with me. The course is open to anyone 10 years old and up who is in good medical condition and can pass a basic swimming skills test.
For those who haven't been diving in a while a SCUBA skills update class is also available. A NITROX class (enriched air NITROX) also can be scheduled for those who may be interrested.
Don't miss this chance to learn to SCUBA dive, refresh your SCUBA skills or braoden your SCUBA knoowledge.
If you or someone you know is interested in any of these SCUBA activities please drop me an email.
Thanks and have a great day! 
Ron Wickes
2011 1st QUARTER MONTGOMERY COUNTY REAL ESTATE UPDATE
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE SALES
MLS Area 15 (The Woodlands and West to the county line, SW Montgomery County)
Single family unit sales were very close to the same in 2011 as for 2010. There were 612 homes sold in 2011 this period versus 614 in 2010. The average price did rise 9.5% and the median price rose 2.3%. The number of active listings in 2011 increased 5.7% versus 2010 while sold homes spent 10% longer on the market. The hotness ratio at the end of March indicated that sales in April would probably stay about the same as the previous month. There was almost 7 months of inventory available at the end of March.
MLS Area 19 (Conroe and its' environs, NE Montgomery County)
Single family unit sales dropped 15.8% as compared to the same period 2010. There were 143 homes sold in 2011 this period versus 170 in 2010. The average price increased a minute 1.2% while the median price dropped 5%. The number of active listings in 2011 decreased 4% versus 2010 while sold homes spent 7% longer on the market in 2011 versus 2010. The hotness ratio at the end of March indicated that sales might start increasing in April. There was 6.7 months of inventory homes available.
MLS Area 39 (Lake Conroe, NW Montgomery County)
Single family unit sales increased a whopping 18% as compared to the same period 2010. There were 236 homes sold in 2011 this period versus 200 in 2010. The average price increased 15.2% while the median price increased 4.2%. The number of active listings in 2011 increased 8.7% versus 2010 while sold homes spent 4 days less on the market in 2011 versus 2010. The average "days on the market" is still at 100. The hotness ratio at the end of March was a low 6.5. There was 10 months worth of inventory available.
MLS Area 40 (E & SE Montgomery County)
Single family unit sales decreased 1.6% as compared to the same period 2010. There were 122 homes sold in 2011 this period versus 124 in 2010. The average price increased 1% while the median price increased 3.5%. The number of active listings in 2011 increased 19% versus 2010. The "average days of the market" increased from 81 to 96. The hotness ratio at the end of March was a medium 10.8. There was 8 months worth of inventory available.
If you would like more information about your particular area or subdivision, or if you would like to discuss selling your home or buying another home please contact me.
Have a great weekend! 
Ron
Full time real estate professional in the Lake Conroe, Texas area. I work with both residential and commercial properties. Your real estate goals are my first priority.
Why should a buyer or seller want to work with me? My promise to all of my clients: 
Don't DIVE into real estate without Ron
I am a full-time professional working with both buyers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate. The Lake Conroe real estate market is my main area of operation. I have lived in the Houston area since 1983 and can assist you in any part of the Houston metropolitan area.
Personal Information
In addition to my real estate experience, I spent ten years in the construction distribution industry. My experience in this area is in both residential and commercial construction. I am a former President of the Texas Masonry Association, former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Texas Masonry Association, former Associate Member of the Texas Society of Architects, former Member of the American Subcontractors Association, former Member of Associated General Contractors - Houston, former Member of the Associated Masonry Contractors of Houston and a former Member of the Texas Lathing and Plastering Contractors Association. I have served my community as a Cub Scout Pack Master, Cub Scout Den Leader and on the Boy Scout Eagle Scout Review Committee. I also served our country for eight years as an officer in the US Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Major. I currently enjoy coaching YMCA youth soccer, basketball and baseball. I am single, an avid SCUBA diver and hold professional accreditation as a SCUBA Instructor. As a member of The Ark church in Conroe I practice my faith regularly.
It is my pleasure to write a short testimonial regarding our recent experience working with Mr. Ron Wickes- Keller/Williams Realty-Lake Conroe. Let me first start off by saying that.....Ron is the reason we now live in our Dream Home! Ron went beyond the normal "Call of Duty" to accomplish our request in finding just the perfect home, at a difficult time of the year. Ron's strengths are numerous:
Ron is very pleasant, listens well and always does what you ask.
Ron is very punctual, organized and always on time.
Ron is very personable and attentive....he asked the right questions to help zero in on what you truly want.
Ron takes his Real Estate very serious and does his homework. This made it more conducive to view a very large number of properties.
Ron never gave up or got frustrated....even though I asked a lot of him.
Ron was constantly helping to guide us in the right direction.....and does truly know his product and the surrounding area.
Ron returns phone calls and e-mails instantly....and is a very good communicator.
If Ron didn't know the answer.....he would get it for you...and get it soon!
Ron was a very effective negotiator...and often projected our questions and concerns precisely.
Moving and buying a house can be a stressful, concerning adventure.....but Ron helped to make all that easier. I hope I don't have to move again anytime soon....but if I do, I would utilize Ron again. I would suggest to anyone to give Ron a try. Don't Dive into real estate without Ron!!!
Sincerely,
Gregory A B.
Ron, thank you for all of your time and effort in helping us to locate the house we wanted. We really think you went above and beyond the "call of duty", considering we were picky and had to travel miles and miles to see these houses. You knew the type of house we were looking for and we appreciate that, you knew our criteria and stuck with the plan.
We're looking forward to doing business with you again.
Brad and Cynthia G.
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