Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Golf Courses around Lake Ray Hubbard - Rockwall, Rowlett, Garland and Sachse

Are you an avid golf afficionado?  A leisurely weekend player?   Maybe you’re thinking of taking up the sport for relaxation, socializing, networking or simply to upping your Vitamin-D absorption.  Whatever the reason, golf is an amazing sport with immeasurable benefits.  If you’re looking for a golf friendly community, I have four fabulous choices.  Rockwall, Rowlett, Wylie and Garland all boast amazing courses and are surrounded by gorgeous houses with splendid views.
 

The Shores Golf Course in Rockwall offers amazing views of the lake and is easily and quickly accessible.  Tee-times are easy to schedule and the staff is competent and friendly.   Also, if you think with your stomach, like I do, you’ll love knowing that their on site restaurant “Nineteen” is run by the famous Zanata restaurant.  For more golf course information, visit their website at  http://www.rgactx.com/ 
Here is some of what they relate about their facilities: “Our 18-hole golf course, stretching to a challenging 7,281 yards from the back tees, is the main focus at Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club. The rolling fairways have a scenic setting on Lake Ray Hubbard providing an expansive view of the water.
As you wind your way over creeks, ponds and bays, you will be challenged to put your best strategy and skills to work to conquer this traditional style layout. This Ralph Plummer/Jeff Blume designed course offers excitement for every skill level player. With several sets of tees allowing  the junior, ladies, seniors and advanced male players the ultimate in a golf challenge at Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club.”
 

Waterview Golf Club in Rowlett is a fun and peaceful golf course tucked away from traffic and set in pretty rolling greens.  The staff has always been accomodating and knowledgeable.  For more information, visit their website at http://www.waterviewgc.com/

Here is what they have to say: Waterview Golf Club boasts a championship golf course with a challenging level of play for all golfers, from beginners to professionals. What was once pastureland is now a lush, gently rolling, par 72 course featuring 15 acres of lakes and 1,500 trees representing 18 different species. With extensive practice facilities, an on-site bar and grill, and the finest greens in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Waterview Golf Club is the premier destination for championship play.
 

Woodbridge Golf Club in Wylie is a gorgeous golf club with surprisingly low course fees.   They frequently hold fun events like the upcoming Mother’s Day breakfast.  For more information visit their website:  http://www.wbgolfclub.com/index.htm

Here is some of what they say: Welcome to Woodbridge Golf Club, a must play for Texas public golf courses in Dallas ~ Fort Worth, rated four stars by Golf Digest.
Woodbridge Golf Club offers a scenic, yet challenging golf course near Dallas, Texas that is enjoyable for golfers of all levels.
You may book your tee-time online or give us a call to reserve your tee-time at (972) 429-5100 ext 4.
 

Firewheel Golf Park in Garland has to be one of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful golf courses around.  It’s been featured in golf magazines and holds a local reputation that is second to none.  For more information visit their website at:  http://www.golffirewheel.com/

Here is just a little of what they have to say: Whether you're an avid golfer ready to play a round or a novice player looking to hit a bucket of balls, you'll experience a day you won't forget at Firewheel Golf Park. Our 63-holes of championship caliber Garland golf, include three regulation courses in designs that both challenge and delight.

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Let me know if I can help you or your family/friends with any Real Estate needs. If there's a neighborhood that you'd like more information on in Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Mesquite, Fate, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse, or Murphy, simply Email me or go to my Website to request a personal Home Search.   If you're thinking about Selling your home and would like to find out how much your home is worth in the current market, simply go to my Website to fill out the form.  Please know that I am never too busy for you or your referral & I would honor the chance to earn the business!

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Home for Lease - Woodbridge Community, Sachse

This beautiful Home in Woodbridge, is nestled in the vibrant town of Sachse and is ready for Lease on April 1st. Woodbridge Community offers several Pools, Neighborhood Parks, a Golf Course and is close to retail and restaurants such as Firewheel Mall, 2 Movie Theatres, Homegoods, TJMaxx, Target, Lowes, Super Kroger, Home Depot, Chiloso, Starbucks, etc. With the Woodbridge Community and neighborhood activities, the Woodbridge Community is a Dream, and 7019 Hillshire Ln is your DREAM HOME that has 4 bedrooms, a study & dining room and a very spacious Living Room!

Call/Email today to make an appointment to see this house!





Let me know if I can help you or your family/friends with any Real Estate needs. If there's a neighborhood that you'd like more information on in Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Mesquite, Fate, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse, or Murphy, simply Email me or go to my Website to request a personal Home Search.   If you're thinking about Selling your home and would like to find out how much your home is worth in the current market, simply go to my Website to fill out the form.  Please know that I am never too busy for you or your referral & I would honor the chance to earn the business!

Friday, January 29, 2016

Rowlett TX, Why You Should Make it YOUR HOME

WOW ~ Rowlett, TX, The City on the Lake & on the Move, was named "2015 America's Top Small City to Move To" by MOVOTO ... again!!!

 Rowlett & Lake Ray Hubbard

It really is no surprise that Rowlett TX, a Northern suburbs of Dallas that is surrounded by ~30 miles of Shoreline, was named the #1 "Top Small City to Move to"! As a matter of fact, SafeWise deemed Rowlett TX as 1 of the 50 "Safest Places to live in Texas" ... and the neighboring cities of Murphy, Wylie & Sachse made the list as well!!! Not to mention, in 2010, Money Magazine named Rowlett TX #24 in the "100 Best Places to Live in America"! AND for the past many years, Rowlett TX has received the "Playful City" award from KaBoom which awards cities across America that have local policies/programs in place that support and increase play opportunities for children! 


Rowlett TX is just a hop, skip & a jump from Downtown Dallas (~20 miles) and since the completion of the Eastern extension of the George Bush Toll Way & the DART Light Rail Blue Line Extension, Rowlett TX is literally minutes from everything!


Rowlett has seen great growth and has still been able to hold on to their small town feel which really brings a sense of Community to it's residents. There's always Events or Activities to do ~ just check out what Rowlett has to offer!  In addition, parents/children have a choice as to what school they want to attend within the Garland 
ISD, which has numerous 
House in Waterview HOARecognized & Exemplary schools! 


Another big draw to Rowlett TX is the reasonable Home Prices that are quite a bit lower than near by towns like Murphy, Frisco or Plano. And let's not forget that in Rowlett TX, you can even live On the Lake and have YOUR very own Private Boat Dock! 


If you want your Cake & Eat it too ... meaning a Progressive Town that is near a major Metroplex but has a Down Home Feeling & has been Nationally & on a State level recognized as a great place to live, then Rowlett TX is the city for you! 

 

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Let me know if I can help you or your family/friends with any Real Estate needs. 

If there's a neighborhood that you'd like more information on in Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Mesquite, Fate, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse, or Murphy, simply Email me or go to my Website to request a personal Home Search.   If you're thinking about Selling your home and would like to find out how much your home is worth in the current market, simply go to my Website to fill out the form.

Please know that I am never too busy for you or your referral & I would honor the chance to earn the business!

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Living in Rowlett ... What's Not to LOVE?!!?

Wow the City of Rowlett has so many activities to offer their residence!!! 

Did you know that Rowlett has ... 

  • 5 Community Parks that have Covered Pavillions
  • it's own WATER PARK, the "Wet Zone"
  • a Community Center with Full size Basketball Courts, Raquetball Courts, a Weight Room and Indoor Track, and Fitness Classes
  • Athletic Classes/Sport Teams for Toddlers all the way to Seniors Citizens
  • Art & Educational Classes ... like Pottery, Glass Fussion & SAT Prep
  • Community Events that are FREE ... like Touch a Truck, Kids Fishing Day, Easter Egg Hunt & even a Cardboard Boat Regatta 
  • and a Golf Course, "Waterview Golf Club"

           
To see all of the details about these activities or facilities, click here to go to the City of Rowlett Parks & Recreation 2016 Spring Newsletter.


Just another fabulous reason I LOVE living in Rowlett, the City on the Lake & on the Move! 


Let me know if I can help you or your family/friends with any Real Estate needs. 

If there's a neighborhood that you'd like more information on in Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Mesquite, Fate, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse, or Murphy, simply Email me or go to my Website to request a personal Home Search.   If you're thinking about Selling your home and would like to find out how much your home is worth in the current market, simply go to my Website to fill out the form.  

Please know that I am never too busy for you or your referral & I would honor the chance to earn the business!

What Making an EXTRA Mortgage Payment Can Do For You


Tax FormsIt's TAX time & as I was getting all our Tax Documents together for our annual meeting with our accountant, jamming to my 90's rock, I kept thinking of all that we will do with our REFUND ... hmmm ... a beach vacation where we can sip on pina coladas all day, or having a "pamper me" day or 2, or a weekend in Napa visiting all the fabulous wineries ... WHAT?! A girl can dream!

But just as I was finishing, I was shocked at my new idea of what we really NEED to do with our refund. I hope you're sitting down for this one because it's a shocker! 

  Wait for it   ... 

SEND AN EXTRA MORTGAGE PAYMENT 

I know ... I told you it was a shocker! 

Okay so I hear you! WHY send in an extra mortgage payment instead of going on a fab vacay? It's simple, by just sending in 1 extra Mortgage Payment, which by the way goes directly to the principal,
  • We'll be able to pay it off sooner ... at least 4 or more years early!
  • It also greatly reduces the amount of interest we'll have to pay ... by the $10+ thousands (which is more than any tax return i'll be getting)! and it
  • Builds up more equity in the house ... which increases our credit rating! and / or amount we get if we sell.

bags of moneyAfter talking with 1 of my preferred Mortgage Lenders, Mason Whitehead with Churchill Mortgage, he told me that it's an absolute money saver! BUT ... he did tell me to be sure to write on the check    memo line "Extra Payment for Principal" and to put a note in the  envelope stating the same thing. If not, the banks will think  we're just making an early partial payment for next month and won't apply it to the principal balance of our loan. Eeeek - I don't want them to think that!

So now, with fingers crossed that we get a refund, I'm dreaming about all the fabulous things we can do with the $10+ thousands we'll be saving ... hmmm  ...  a Beach Vacation on a Private Island where we can sip on pina coladas all day, or having a "pamper me" day every week, or a week in Napa visiting all the fabulous wineries collecting wine for our new wine cellar ... WHAT?! A girl can dream! :) 

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Let me know if I can help you or your family/friends with any Real Estate needs. Please know that I am never too busy for you or your referral & I would honor the chance to earn the business!


If there's a neighborhood that you'd like more information on in Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Mesquite, Fate, Royse City, Wylie, Sachse, or Murphy, simply Email me or go to my Website to request a personal Home Search.   If you're thinking about Selling your home and would like to find out how much your home is worth in the current market, simply go to my Website to fill out the form.

Monday, January 11, 2016

2016 Projected Housing Market


Here's a good read from the Washington Post to see what the Real Estate Market is looking like for 2016. 


2016 Projected Housing Market


Let me know if you have any questions or would like more information on Buying or Selling. Please know that I'm never to busy for YOU or YOUR referrals!

Sunday, January 10, 2016

Housing Trend eNewsletter - Dec 2015

December 2015 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter

Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.

The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau and Realtor.org reports, videos, key market indicators and real estate sales statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more. Please click here to view the December 2015 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter.

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