Stone Creek Ranch at Fair Oaks Ranch ~ Homes Of Distinction Tour of Homes
San Antonio home-buyers will have the opportunity to tour 5 luxury custom homes available for viewing at the Stone Creek Ranch Homes of Distinction Tour of Homes. This event will feature the latest in building products and home-trends with all proceeds from the tour to benefit Boysville of Texas.
WHEN: March 19, 2009 thru April 5, 2009.
TIME: Thursdays thru Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ~ Sundays noon till 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Stone Creek Ranch ~ Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
COST: $10.00 per person ~ Advanced Tickets Available for $9.00 at Area HEB's.
Directions from San Antonio
Take I-10 West, exit and turn Right onto Ralph Fair Rd. Continue on Ralph Fair Rd. for approximately 6 miles. At Ammann Rd., turn Left and continue approximately 1.5 miles to Stone Creek Ranch.
San Antonio Real Estate ~ Wow, You Bought a House! What's Next?
OK, so you've looked at homes throughout San Antonio. You've looked and looked and looked... :-O You've narrowed it down, assessed the property, negotiated an offer for purchase, and now you are wondering... what do I do next?
First, we must have an executed contract that has signatures from both the Buyer and the Seller and the effective date of the contract. The contract and your Earnest Money check will been sent to the title company and will be cashed and placed into escrow. The amount of the earnest money check will be credited to you at closing.
Part 1: The Option Period
In Texas, buyers can purchase an "option period". An option period provides the buyer with the unrestricted right to terminate the contract within a specified period of time. The duration of the option period and option fee are negotiable and the fee must be paid in advance. Buyers must strictly comply with the time period specified on the contract under the option.
I recommend that buyers conduct all of their due diligence during the option period.
Once the inspections are completed, you will review the Home Inspection and Termite Report. At this time we can submit an "Amendment to the Contract". In the amendment, we can include items that you are requesting the seller to repair/replace prior to closing. Keep in mind that the seller is not contractually obligated to complete any repairs. Repairs are negotiated items. We must have the repairs negotiated and the amendment signed on or before the last day of your option period. If repairs have not been negotiated by this time, you will lose your unrestricted right to terminate the contract without being in "default". The purchase may go forward without any repairs required from the seller that are not included in the initial offer.
Please note that if you choose to cancel the contract during the specified "option period" your option fee will be forfeited by the seller and your earnest money will be refunded.
If you are interested in purchasing a home in San Antonio and need assistance, please contact me at (210)379-7000.
* Home inspection image courtesy of realestateclipart.com
Join us on Saturday, April 4th for the 12th Annual Susan G. Komen San Antonio Race for the Cure!
It's not too late to register. On site registration starts on Tuesday, March 31st through Thursday April 2nd from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Alamo Quarry Market. Look for the big pink banner! On Friday, April 3rd, registration will be at the parking lot C of the Alamodome from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Although participants are strongly encouraged to register before Race day, on April 4th there will be registration at the lot C parking lot of the Alamodome from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
The race will take place on the streets of downtown San Antonio and over 30,000 participants are expected to participate in the 5K walk. Due to the large number of participants, parking will be limited and participants are encouraged to arrive early or use the Via Park and Ride services at Crossroads Mall and Blossom Athletic Center.
I am excited to say that this is the first year that my daughters and I will participate. We haven't decided if we are going to do the 5K non-competitive walk, or the 1K family fun run. I am being optimistic and think we're doing the 5K walk. Hope to see you there!
For more information, visit theSan Antonio Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure website.
Sales Price Disclosure vs. Appraisal District Reform ~ Educating the San Antonio Consumer
The San Antonio Board of Realtors (SABOR) and the Texas Association of Realtors (TAR) have officially launched the sanantoniofairtaxes.org website. This site is part of a joint campaign aimed at educating the San Antonio consumer about sales price disclosure and the San Antonio/Texas real estate community's opinion on this issue. This website is a work in progress and will continue to be updated.
On Saturday evening, while enjoying breakfast for dinner with my family, I ran across a postcard advertising a Boerne lost/found pet website. I went home to check it out and was pleased about what I saw.
BoernePets.com is the result of a joint collaboration between the Boerne Animal Shelter and the Hill Country Animal Defense League.
You can upload your lost pet fliers or your found pet fliers onto boernepets.com & view a complete database of lost pets, including all those in the Boerne Shelter/Pound.
If you are looking to adopt a new pet, don't forget to check out this site for a full list of adoptable pets from both the Boerne Shelter and the Hill Country Animal Defense League.
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Looking to buy or sell in San Antonio, Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch, Cordillera Ranch, Helotes, Shavano Park, Alamo Heights, Olmos Park, or Garden Ridge? You can trust me with your real estate needs.
Want to know a little about Zilkia? In many ways she is just like you. Wife... Mother... Daughter... Sister... Friend... Realtor.
Zilkia Olmeda-Martins is a multi-million dollar producer in residential real estate in San Antonio and the surrounding markets. Although she has only been a licensed Realtor for 3 years, she has earned numerous awards and accolades during this short time. In 2006, she earned the coveted "Rookie of the Year" award and was a top producer in her company. During the years to follow, Zilkia has continued to build on her success and has found a place as one of the top producing Coldwell Banker agents in San Antonio.
Zilkia was born and raised in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, the eldest of 3 siblings. While she was still a teenager, her parents decided to relocate to San Antonio, TX. She earned a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Zilkia is married and resides in Boerne, TX with her husband and twin daughters. She is completely bilingual (Spanish).
Prior to her career in Real Estate, Zilkia enjoyed a diverse professional life. She managed and expanded the family business for many years while working on her degree. She also worked for IBM as a marketing representative and David Weekley Homes as a sales consultant. Although Zilkia enjoyed her experience with the corporate world, her entrepreneurial spirit kept leading her in a different direction. In 1997, she opened a children's resale boutique and ran it successfully for over 8 years. In 2005, Zilkia decided to pursue her true calling, real estate, and the rest is history.
Zilkia believes in giving back to the community and is involved with organizations such as the BoerneCAN Mentoring Partnership Program, the Puerto Rican Heritage Society, the Boerne Soccer Club, and the Boerne Middle School South PTO. Zilkia is a member of the San Antonio Board of Realtors, Texas Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, Council of Residential Specialists, and the Women's Council of Realtors.
One of the keys to her success is her emphasis in continuous education in all areas of real estate. She has earned the GRI designation, (Graduate of Realtor Institute) and is currently working on her CRS designation (Certified Residential Specialist). In addition, she is a Certified Negotiation Specialist, a Certified Relocation Specialist, and has taken numerous courses in topics such as Home Staging, Short Sale & Foreclosure, Marketing, and Lending Practices.
Zilkia understands the stress of buying, selling and relocating to a new area and she is committed to make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. It is her sincere desire to build friendships, not just sell homes. She keeps in touch, not because it is her job, but because she wants her clients to be informed participants in process. Zilkia has assisted with arrangements for cleaning, repairs, moving unwanted debris, made a bed, done some dishes, packed and moved boxes.... but, isn't that what friends are for!
Buyers New Home Construction Many buyers don't see the need of working with a Realtor when they are purchasing a new home. The reality is that there are many benefits to working with a real estate professional. First Time Buyers I truly enjoy working with first time buyers. I will take the time to go thru each and every step of the process with you. There is no dumb question! Together we will consider: - How much can you really afford? - How to qualify for a mortgage. - How much cash you should put down. - How to buy a home with little or nothing down. - What it takes to get approved for financing. What banks and other financial institutions are looking for. - How much your payments will be. - The tax advantages of buying. - Is renting or buying better for you? As your buyer's agent, I will be there thru every step of the transaction to ensure that you are well informed and that your best interests are served. Negotiation One cannot forget the fundamentals in real estate negotiations. Negotiation is both a skill set and an art form. It requires the full understanding of the transaction and an ability to protect and enhance a client's options and position. A real estate transaction is inherently adversarial. Sellers want to sell for the most money and buyers want to get the best deal. It is my goal to always strive to achieve fair and good results for my clients. Relocation or Military Move I specialize in Military and Corporate relocation services. When moving to a new area, why take a chance on working with a non-professional; please allow me to refer you to a preferred broker in the area to which you're moving. Moving to San Antonio? Give me a call so that I may provide you with a FREE Customized Relocation Package- anywhere in the US and overnighted within 24 hours of your request.
Sellers
Why list with Zilkia?
Zilkia's Powerhouse Marketing Program is simply the most robust marketing system on the market. No matter the delivery channel, Powerhouse Marketingreaches more consumers every day than any other real estate marketing program in the area. If you are considering selling your home, take a look below at how Zilkia Olmeda-Martins is your PERFECT PARTNER!
Powerhouse Marketing
Internet Marketing
Buyers world-wide will see your home online with the following world-class web sites:
* google.com * yahoo.com
* Realtor.com * Trulia.com
* HomeScape.com * Cyberhomes.com
* FrontDoor.com * BestPlaces.net
* OpenHouse.com * LandAndFarm.com
* LakeSideHomes.com * Move.com
* WSJ.com * MSN.com
* iWon.com * Excite.com
* NetZero.com * Juno.com
* Telemundo47.com * NBC4.tv
* TelemundoLA.com * NBC5.com
* TelmundoChicago.com * NBC1O.com
* TheBostonChannel.com * WMUR.com
* NBC11.com * KTVU.com
* NBC5i.com * TelemundoDallas.com
* NBC4.com * WSBTV.com
* Click2Houston.com * Click2Weather.com
* ClickonDetroit.com * MoreTV32.com
* KIROTV.com * KPHO.com
* Channel4000.com * NewsNet5.com
* WeatherNet5.com * NBC6.net
* Local10.com * Telemundo51.com
* TheDenverChannel.com * KCRA.com
* WB58TV.com * WESH.com
* WFTV.com * LocaI6.com
* WPXI.com * KPTV.com
* TheWBALCahnnel.com * TheIndyChannel.com
* NBCSanDiego.com * 10News.com
* WSOCTV.com * NBC30.com
* WFSB.com * WSMV.com
* ChannelCincinnati.com * WYFF4.com
* KSAT.com * WPBF.com
* WGAL.com * WDSU.com
* ChannelOklahoma.com * KOAT.com
* WXII.com * KVVU.com
* WLKY.com * News4Jax.com
* WHIOTV.com * TheHawaiiChannel.com
* KCCI.com * WMTW.com
* KETV.com * Channel3000.com
* WAPT.com * WPTZ.com
* WJACTV.com * KFOXTV.com
* FOXReno.com * TheKSBWChannel.com
* TurnTo23.com * WTOV9.com
* WNBC.com * Zillow.com
* MySa.com
* More Websites Are Added Daily To Help Sell Your Home!
Sunday Showcase of Homes Our #1 Home Show is on KSAT TV channel 12, cable channel 13 every Sunday at 10:30am. The Sunday Showcase of Homes offers Sellers the opportunity to market their property through a professionally produced television program. In addition, CBHarper.com offers streaming media of each week's broadcast via thier website. Coldwell Banker Real Estate Guide Our magazine, at roughly 200,000 copies, features photos and property descriptions. The Real Estate Guide, published monthly, is circulated throughout San Antonio, Boerne, New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, and other surrounding areas. Color Brochures Professional color brochures are provided to each seller during the listing timeframe. Information about your property, such as pictures, price, and important selling points are included in each brochure. This important marketing vehicle also compliments the CBHarper "For Sale" sign that is placed on your property. Drive-by prospects can use these brochures to learn more about your home, and ultimately schedule a showing! Postcards ...are mailed to potential buyers in your area. The Powerhouse Marketing Program includes the mailing of "Just Listed" or "Just Sold" postcards to help market your available property. The postcards help to spur interest in your home by getting the word out quickly to the neighbors throughout your community. Home Facts Home Facts delivers instantaneous information about your home to drive-by prospects and potential home buyers over the telephone. It also ensures extensive exposure of the property! Newspaper Advertising When it comes to placement in the area's largest local newspapers, nobody beats CBHarper. People refer to the Sunday Real Estate Classified section of the San Antonio Express-News with over 780,000 readers. Our ad in this section drives those readers to our Internet site and to your "New to the Market" or "Open House" listing. Additionally, an affluent clientele and readership of 48,800 per week makes the San Antonio Business Journal a prime vehicle to market properties over $300,000. The New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung is the largest newspaper in Comal County with a subscription circulation of over 10,000. CBHarper listings are positioned prominently here as well. Centralized Showing Service CSS makes your property easy to show and provides feedback reports for each showing. CSS is also designed to reduce the time needed by REALTORS® to schedule appointments to view your home. This helps to improve the showing process by ultimately increasing the chance for a showing, while keeping you up to date on how the process is working overall. Exceptional Properties This program is designed for "unique" properties from $300,000 to $499,999. Similar to the Previews Program, Exceptional properties receive special marketing. In short, these are properties that are "Distinguished Listings That Are More Than You Expect". Coldwell Banker Previews International This program is designed for "unique" properties in excess of $500,000. The Previews Program has represented an impressive array of the world's most exceptional real estate. As part of this program, qualified properties receive special marketing.
Zilkia Olmeda Martins' Powerhouse Marketing means more buyers see your home. With the most comprehensive advertising system in the area, we are confident our program will exceed your expectations. Given the current state of our economy, we cannot overlook the number of foreclosures and short sales that are flooding our market. Zilkia has successfully negotiated and assisted many clients through the bewildering and disheartening process that often accompanies the unfortunate circumstances which may necessitate a short sale. Her focus and energy is directed in giving sound counsel and providing clarity. She understands that by the time a short sale or foreclosure is necessary, people are drained on a number of different levels. Her goal is to provide the information & support to get the home sold and whenever possible avoid more trauma.
"Thanks a million, Zilkia. You are the Realtor's Realtor!" Ed and SJ
"I couldn't have done this without you. Thank you!" Brenda
"I just wanted to say thanks for making my home buying experience a pleasant one! It was one hell of a ride - it was blast working with you!" Jesus
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