Author: darsenault

Overview of the Real Estate Market There are approximately 115 million occupied housing units in the United States, according to the 2013 American Housing Survey. The typical owner-occupied home was built in 1976; the typical renter-occupied home was built in 1973. The typical home size is 1,500 square feet. The… Read More

December 05, 2015 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM The South Montgomery County YMCA at Creekside, the Montgomery County Food Bank and the Woodlands Online, are joining forces to bring you the ultimate Christmas celebration at the Annual Breakfast & Pictures with Santa event on Saturday, December 5… Read More

The Woodlands Market Street Annual Tree Lighting Event is tonight, November 19th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM! Kick off the holiday season with a soaring, 70-foot Christmas tree, synchronized to twinkling lights and holiday music! This gorgeous giant will be unveiled on Thursday, November 19 at 6 p.m. as part of the “Luxury in… Read More

Cool Home Smart Technology That Can Save You Money Looking to spruce up your home with technology? Then check out these tech trends from Matt Carter, a consultant and electronic systems contractor (ESC).  An ESC is an individual or company specifically trained to provide design, integration, installation and field maintenance of… Read More

Veterans Day 2015- Restaurant Freebies in The Woodlands, TX. Many Houston-area restaurants and businesses will be rolling out the red carpet for former and current military personnel. In all cases, diners will need to provide proof of service. If the restaurant is part of chain, call ahead to make sure… Read More

Southbound from Spring Crossing to SH-99. Total Closure. Closed nightly 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM through the morning of Monday, November 9. Detour to frontage road. Rayford/Sawdust entrance ramp and Hardy Toll Road exit will be closed. Read More

Need to unwind after a long, hard day? Escape to the bathroom. New homes are featuring more and bigger bathrooms, with all kinds of spa-like amenities. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) says studies have shown that people are taking longer baths, while the folks at Moen,… Read More

Proposition 1- Texas Homestead Exemption The Texas Homestead Exemption for School District Property Taxes Amendment, Proposition 1 is on the November 3, 2015 ballot in Texas as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment. Voting yes would increase the homestead exemption from $15,000 to $25,000. Voting no would not change the current homestead exemption of $15,000. Introduction Depending on their district, homeowners… Read More

Houston Housing Market Despite Oil Slump According to the Houston Association of Realtors, Houston’s housing market appears to be “holding its own,” although there are some signs of a slowdown amid the oil slump. In the Houston metropolitan area, there were more homes listed and sold at higher… Read More