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2714 Lynnwood Ct., Oak Meadow Subdivision, Bryan TX, Century 21 Beal, Inc.Located in: Oak Meadow (Bryan, TX)
Ever wondered why we should purchase homes in College Station and Bryan rather than rent? Is there really a benefit to purchasing?
I think there are a couple things to consider when deciding -
Financial -
We all know that purchasing a home can be an investment for the future. At least when purchasing, the monthly payment is applying to something you will own at the end rather than something someone else will own. Normally homes increase in value (they are continuing to increase in the Bryan/College Station area even though other parts of the country are NOT having the appreciation we have). So, your investment should be worth more than you paid for it many years later. If your home doesn't go up in value (appreciate) remember you will have "Forced Savings" (your monthly payment) that helps pay down the balance due on the home loan.
Each month you make your house payment you are reducing the amount owed on the home (if not, call me and I'll put you in touch with a lender who can make this happen!). When you pay rent you are paying someone else's house payment for them. You are making THEIR investment
portfolio grow rather than yours.
As you pay down your loan, when you sell and collect the equity (difference between what you get for the home and what you still owe on it) you could move up to a larger home, use it for the kid's college fun, have money for retirement or..... remember it is YOUR choice!
Also you currently have a powerful tax benefit. Unless the laws are changed, you can deduct the interest on a typical home mortgage and the cost of the property taxes! I LOVE it when I can deduct from my income taxes -
Security -
To me, Security is the best part of home ownership. I don't have to worry about the landlord changing his mind and selling the property and me having to move. I don't have to worry about if my lease will be renewed. I don't have to wonder what my house payment will be next year (as long as I have a fixed rate loan). I know that if I make my house payment each month, the house is MINE to live in. My children have a home. I can have pets, remodel, plant a garden, redecorate and no landlord can tell me how to do it or what I can or cannot do. My family can put down roots in a neighborhood in a way very different from someone who is renting.
Give your family the gift of Security. Give them the gift of Home Ownership!
And, you may can also take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit from the government too!
Susan Hilton - Realtor & Sales Trainer for Century 21 Beal
Want to Search the Bryan/College Station Real Estate MLS? CLICK HERE!!!
979-764-2100
Selling a home in Bryan or College Station, Texas or other location in the Brazos Valley is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Bryan College Station and many other Texas communities has changed over the last three and a half years. We are no longer in a strong seller's market.
When selling a home in Bryan College Station, Tx, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. It pays to hire a well educated, top professional at Century 21 Beal.
** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. Is your Bryan College Station home being advertised on the web? If you are with CENTURY 21 Beal it sure is!
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Texas is the largest state in the continental United States. (Of course Texans will also say that Texas is bigger than Alaska if you melted all their snow!
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Texas covers 268,000 square miles which is 7.4% of the nation! If you added up New England, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio AND Illinois... Texas is still Bigger! The airport at Dallas (DFW airport) is bigger than Manhattan!
Of the top 10 most populated cities, Texas has 3! Houston, Dallas and San Antonio.
Wonder which state has the largest population growth rate of any state in the US? TEXAS of course! Texas is growing by over 1,000 people a day.
Wonder which state has the #1 fastest growing metro area in the nation? TEXAS of course! The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex wins.
In the Texaplex
(triangle connecting Houston, Dallas and San Antonio) we have the majority of the population. In fact over 70% of the state's population lives within 200 miles of Austin (the capital of Texas). That means that 4 out of 5 of the 24 million Texas live in the Texaplex!
And, Texas is growing very fast. Forecasts tell us that the Texaplex will add another 12 million people by 2030. That is like taking the current Texas population and adding another Houston metropolitan area, Austin metropolitan area and Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area and San Antonio metropolitan area all inside the Texaplex.
So if you could live anywhere in the United Stated (and you CAN!), where would be the BEST place to live? College Station, TEXAS of course! College Station is in the middle of ALL THIS GROWTH!
Susan Hilton - Realtor & Sales Trainer for Century 21 Beal
Want to Search the Bryan/College Station Real Estate MLS? CLICK HERE!!!
Selling a home in Bryan or College Station
, Texas or other location in the Brazos Valley is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Bryan College Station and many other Texas communities has changed over the last three and a half years. We are no longer in a strong seller's market.
When selling a home in Bryan College Station, Tx, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. It pays to hire a well educated, top professional at Century 21 Beal.
** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. Is your Bryan College Station home being advertised on the web? If you are with CENTURY 21 Beal it sure is!
Single Family Real Estate Monthly Market Stats
February 2009
2009 2008
# Listings in Inventory 1, 188 1, 351
Down - 12.1%
# Closed Sales 91 132
Down - 31.1%
Average Sales Price $172,928 $169,261
Up - 2.2%
# Volume $15,736,430 $22,342,476
Down - 29.6%
Days on Market 130 126
So what is really going on in the Bryan/College Station real estate market? The numbers don't look good but what you see above is the effect of the fear in the market in November, December and January with the elections, stock market decline and horrible national news. We are in a bubbled community but we still see some of the effects of the national news.
So what is going on right now? It depends! We are seeing the higher priced homes being reduced to get them sold. We are seeing the homes in the $120 - $150K in College Station that are in good condition and good areas, selling right away. Right now we have more buyers than we have good properties to sell.
Financing is a little more of a struggle than it was a year ago BUT THERE IS MORTGAGE MONEY AVAILABLE! Buyers need decent credit and they need a small down payment but that can come in the form of a gift until the $8,000 tax credit is received!
The last 2 weeks we have seen the stock market begin back up, the phones ringing, buyers buying and sellers selling.... I vote we don't listen to the national news anymore! Real estate is LOCAL and NOW is the time to move up to a nicer home!
College Station Real Estate Market Trends
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For more information about the NEW HOMEBUYER $8,000 Tax Credit - http://susanhilton.com/2009/02/27/ready-to-file-for-you-first-time-home-buyer-8000-credit-in-college-station/ and http://susanhilton.com/2009/02/26/help-do-i-qualify-for-the-8000-tax-credit-in-college-station/ and http://susanhilton.com/2009/02/24/buy-a-home-in-college-station-and-get-8000-back/ Call me to take advantage of today's real estate market!
Susan Hilton 979-219-3970 |
The Real Estate Research Center's Recon Report on March 13, 2009 announced that Lynntech will be consolidating its operations and will become the new tenant of the former Westinghouse property at 2501 Earl Rudder South. The former Westinghouse property will be purchased by College Station Science Park LLC with Lyntech as the anchor tenant.
The plan is to redevelop 53 acres surrounding the facility as a science park "supporting scientific innovation and technology transfer." They plan to pay $3M for facility improvements while adding more than $2M a year in payroll. A three year term loan was provided to Lynntech by the Research Valley Partnership from its sconomic development fund for property improvements.
We are all looking forward to Lynntech's move to the new facility!
Susan Hilton - Realtor & Sales Trainer for Century 21 Beal
Want to Search the Bryan/College Station Real Estate MLS? CLICK HERE!!!
Selling a home in Bryan or College Station Texas or other location in the Brazos Valley is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Bryan College Station and many other Texas communities has changed over the last three and a half years. We are no longer in a strong seller's market. educated, top professional at Century 21 Beal.
When selling a home in Bryan College Station, Tx, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. It pays to hire a well educated and active agent.
** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. Is your Bryan College Station home being advertised on the web? If you are with Century 21 Beal, it sure is!
Texas is rated with the Top 5 Healthiest Real Estate Markets out of 75 by Boyce Thompson with Hanley Wood Builder Market Intelligence and the top 5 cities are all around Bryan College Station! The report states that when the real estate market recovers the cities below are in a prime position to recover the BEST! The report used the top 75 real estate markets (Bryan College Station was too small to be included in the survey otherwise I'm sure we would have been rated #1!)
#15 - Myrtle Beach, FL
#14 - Wilmington, NC
#13 - Charlott, NC
#12 - Denver, CO
#11 - Nashville, TN
#10 - Washington, DC
#9 - Fayetteville, AR
#8 - Indianapolis, IN
#7 - Seattle, WA
#6 - Raleigh, NC
#5 - Dallas, Tx
#4 - San Antonio, Tx
#3 - Fort Worth, Tx
#2 - Austin, Tx
#1 - Houston, Tx
Isn't it great that the Bryan College Station real estate is surrounded by the top 5 real estate markets poised for a great increase during the upcoming real estate rebound! Looks like more growth around Texas A&M University TOO!
Susan Hilton - Realtor & Sales Trainer for Century 21 Beal
Want to Search the Bryan/College Station Real Estate MLS? CLICK HERE!!!
Selling a home in Bryan or College Station, Texas or other location in the Brazos Valley is heavily dependant on pricing your home properly and picking an agent that will create an "online market presence" for your home. As a home seller, you need to be aware that the market in Bryan College Station and many other Texas communities has changed over the last three and a half years. We are no longer in a strong seller's market.
When selling a home in Bryan College Station, Tx, it pays to have a pro in your corner representing you. It pays to hire a well educated, top professional at Century 21 Beal.
** 85% of all buyers are finding their homes on the Internet. Is your Bryan College Station home being advertised on the web? If you are with CENTURY 21 Beal it sure is!
Read the rest of this post and other posts like this at http://susanhilton.com!
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Home sales expert for Bryan & College Station Real Estate. Real estate sales training and agent development is #1. College Station real estate home sales and our clients are most important.
Do you ever wonder who the people REALLY are on the web? It is really easy for you to figure me out!
I am Susan Hilton - wife, mother, daughter, Realtor, Real Estate Agent, Sales Manager, Real Estate Sales Trainer, Blogger, avid reader and tech gizmo addict.
I am passionate about everything in my life. I love working with agents to help them "Build a Career Worth Having!"
Most of my work day is spent working with the agents at Century 21 Beal and I love it!
I also am the listing agent for the majority of foreclosure properties in Bryan, College Station and surrounding communities.
I tell all my agents that there is a heirachy in how I believe things must work -
1. God
2. Family
3. Work
I work very hard and give my all but the other 2 have got to take a higher priority in our lives.
"Susan is a detail orientated individual with a great desire to promote her agents and involve them in business oriented tasks that make it better for their individual businesses." June 5, 2008
Joey Condon, Realtor, Century 21 Beal, Inc.
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan Hilton changed my life! In March of 2004 she called and asked me to work for her and join the Century 21 Beal family. It took me a month, but I came on board. She gave me training, pointed me in the right direction and introduced me to my fiance. She is a hard nose business woman, friend and I would follow her anywhere." May 30, 2008
Steve Santos, REALTOR, Century 21 Beal, Inc.
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan's expertise and experience are invaluable in a everchanging market setting. Susan brings the utmost professionalism, reliability, and personal attention to the table while staying on top of the cutting edge of real estate!" May 30, 2008
Julie Rainbolt, Agent, Keller Williams Realty
was with another company when working with Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"In her current position of Vice President of Sales at Century 21 Beal, Inc., I have had many occasions to work with Susan on a variety of issues. Some have been initiated by Susan and have dealt with issues that affect the Association as a whole as well as some dealing with individual agents who are members of the Association. Some have been initiated by me and have dealt with issues concerning specific agents or practices of Century 21 Beal, Inc. In all of my dealings with Susan, she has been very professional and a pleasure to work with. I appreciate her interest in improving the Association and its members." May 29, 2008
Ed Berry, Executive VP, BCS Reg Assoc of Realtors
was with another company when working with Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"As Vice President of Sales and trainer at Century 21, Susan takes an active involvement in each individuals career in real estate. She has a unique ability of helping one identify goals, and then breaking down the steps needed to help those goals be attained. Whether it's with one on one attention, or group teaching, Susan puts her knowledge of years in the business to work for the individual agent. Susan is also actively pursuing real estate market and advertising trends to ensure her agents are on the cutting edge of real estate technlolgy. If there is something out there to do with real estate, you can rest assured Susan knows about it!" May 28, 2008
Jennifer Jennings, Realtor, Century 21
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan is one of the most gifted Real Estate minds we have in our industry. I've been fortunate to know and work with her for a number of years. Each time I am able to interact with her I learn something new! Her passion for Real Estate shows, and her dedication is second to none!" May 27, 2008
Scott Stribling, Broker/Owner, Century 21 HS & Associates
worked with Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan is the "go-to"person at Century 21 Beal. No matter what your need is, she will see that it gets done. She is the ultimate professional. I have enjoyed my work with Susan." May 27, 2008
Cheryl Allen, CEO, Easter Seals Central Texas
was with another company when working with Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"As VP of Sales & Corporate Development, Susan Hilton offers years of real estate experience which generates success for the entire team at Century 21 Beal, Inc. And although technology has changed the entire nature of the real estate process (internet websites, virtual tours, email, online mortgage approval, etc.), real estate is still a business of people (real estate professionals) helping other people (buyers and seller) with their needs...and this is what Susan understands better than most. When it comes to training, guidance and professionalism, Susan Hilton is the real deal in real estate." May 27, 2008
Greg Zweiacker, Real Estate Agent, Century 21 Beal, Inc.
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan provides expertise and vast experience in the real estate arena to agents in our office. She is a role model for us all." May 27, 2008
Cindy Davis, Owner, Century 21 Beal, Inc.
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"I had the pleasure of working with Susan hilton for several years. My company, AgniTEK, provided services for hers and she was my directo contact at Century21. Susan was great to work with, friendly, responsive and open minded. We also shared a passion for trying new technologies. If you ever have the opportunity to work with Susan, whether she is your client or the other way around, I would highly recomend it." May 26, 2008
Chris Scotti, Partner/Sales Manager, AgniTEK
was with another company when working with Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan is extremely knowledgeable about Real Estate and is always willing to help you achieve your goals. She will always do the right thing. She lives her life by the golden rule! I consider it an honor to work with Susan." May 26, 2008
Linda Stribling, Realtor, Century 21 Beal, Inc.
worked indirectly for Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"Susan was a very good resource and outstanding mentor during my time with Century 21 Beal. She possesses incredible industry knowledge and the ability to teach that information in a way that became profitable for both her agents and the company. Her best quality, however, is relating to and motivating her team to achieve group success in such an individualized business - an already challenging role that was made more difficult by the number and complexity of the personalities involved." July 18, 2008
Lanny Hayes, Realtor, Century 21
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
"I have never worked with anyone else who cared so much about her agents or who was so dedicated to their success. Century 21 Beal would not be what it is today without her." July 14, 2008
Jason Johnston, Realtor, Century 21 Beal, Inc.
reported to Susan at Century 21 Beal, Inc.
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