With all that is going on in the mortgage and banking world right now, don't you wonder WHY? Why did this mess begin? What started it? Didn't anyone see it coming?
Yes - someone saw it coming. The New York Times actually reported it coming back on September 30th in 1999. How many years ago is that? Maybe it was while Clinton was President, not George Bush....
In 1999 Steven Holmes from the New York Times wrote that Fannie Mae was under extreme pressure from the Clinton Administration to expand mortgage loans to low and moderate income people. In doing this "Fannie Mae is taking on significantly more risk, which may not pose any difficulties during flush economic times.... but may run into trouble in an economic downturn, prompting a government rescue similar to that of the savings and loan industry in the 1980's".
Do you remember the 80's when WE bailed out the savings and loan industry? Often times we forget our past, our history and with that we repeat it over and over. Bailout - something new? NO WAY! We do it over and over and over. As much as I disliked my history courses in school and as much as my husband will razz me over saying this....
Maybe we should pay more attention to our past so we do not continue to repeat it but instead make better choices for our future.
Susan Hilton - Realtor & Sales Trainer for Century 21 Beal
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! while taking care of her two beautiful children, husband, and 2 radio shows. How can she do it? Who knows but she does! And she does it well!
So, what are your thoughts about the $750 million billion PLUS!!! bailout coming at us? Did you cash your rebate check? If so, they need it back. If you didn't cash it yet, mail it back!
So what are your thoughts about Fishman? Remember WAMU? Alan Fishman worked for WAMU 17 days as the chief executive officer. After working those HARD 17 days WAMU went under and was taken over by the FDIC. Now, after working 17 days, do you know how much he is to get?
According to Fox News -
I WANT THAT JOB!!! I want to get a $7.5 million dollar bonus, work 17 days and then get a severence package of $11.6 million!!! Now I don't blame Fishman for taking it but who are the insane people who authorized this? Was it the board of directors? Maybe they should pay this (and the stockholders who lost EVERYTHING) out of their pockets.
So, now that Fishman has his millions, WAMU stockholders have nothing, our rebate checks are returned and we now are all responsible for a $750,000,000,000 debt... any ideas how we are going to pay this back? I don't know about you but I don't think I can pay any more taxes. Wonder how this is going to affect College Station real estate...
Original post - College Station Real Estate
January - August 2008
| Type of Permit | Permit | Unit | Amount |
| Single-Family- Home | 405 | 405 | $61,361,539 |
| Duplex | 34 | 68 | $5,387,633 |
| Tri-Plex/Four-Plex | 2 | 6 | $515,350 |
| Apartment | 28 | 405 | $4,553,525 |
| New Commercial | 61 | n/a | $124,515,739 |
| Commercial Remodel | 79 | n/a | $6,255,518 |
So what does it all mean?
Single-Family Homes (not including slab onlys)
January - August (YTD - 1yr) Down 14%
January- August (YTD - 2yr) Down 19%
Year-to-date, single family home permits decreased in quantity when compared to last year this time, August 2007, and decreased when compared with two years ago, August 2006.
Commercial (Does not include slab onlys)
January - August (YTD - 1yr) Up 3%
January - August (YTD - 2yr) Up 10%
Year-to-date, commercial permits experienced an increase in quantity when compared to last year at this time, August 2007, and an increase compared with two years ago, August 2006.
Total Permits
January - August (YTD - 1yr) Up 1%
January - August (YTD - 2 yr) No change
Year-to-date, total permits experienced an increase in quantity when compared to last year at this time, August 2007, and experienced no change when compared with two years ago, August 2006.
Other College Station, Texas real estate information can be found!
We all remember the confusion, terror, horror, sadness and patriotism we felt on September 11th and know this is a day that is different from all others but I didn't know it had a name other than "9-11″.
Patriot's Day is in memory of the nearly three thousand who died on September 11th in the terrorist attacks.
On December 18, 2001, President George Bush signed the resolution into law. The day was first called the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for victims of the Terrorist Attacks on September 11, 2001 and then on September 4, 2002 President Bush changed it to Patriot Day.
Each year on September 11th, President Bush has the United States flag flown at half-staff. The flag is to be flown at half-staff at homes, businesses, the White House and all government buildings in the United States and beyond. There is also a moment of silence beginning at 8:46am (Eastern Daylight Time) marking the time the first plane hit in New York City.
In the Brazos Valley we were to have a memorial evening at the Veterans Memorial Park (which is now being used as an evacuee staging area due to hurricane Ike), but the event has been moved to the Southwood Valley Complex on Rock Prairie Road.
Take a moment on the 11th and remember who we are, what we stand for and that we will overcome!
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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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