What Residential Home Loan is Best For You? FHA? VA? Conventional? Jumbo?Buying a home can be an overwhelming process.  One of the first things you need to do is get prequalified with a lender.  Your local real estate professional can help you through the process by giving you a referral to reputable lenders in the area.There are several different types of home loans to choose from when purchasing a residential home, condo or townhome.  The main 3 types are Conventional, FHA, and VA.  There are different qualifications for each one. For example; if you are a Veteran or currently serving in the U.S. Military, you may qualify for a VA Loan.  A VA loan is guaranteed by the Veterans Administration.  A VA loan is a great option for Veterans and Active Duty Military due to the Zero Down terms... 06/29/2023

It's a Beautiful Hibiscus Kind of Day - Happy Monday!This one is definitely showing off it's beauty for the day!  It is the simple things in life, like the beauty God surrounds us with, that can make our day!  Enjoy!I wish you could see how large these blooms are.  They are larger than my hand! Have a great week, and enjoy your day! Nurseries in Willis TXMontgomery Pines Nursery 12585 Rose Rd. Willis, TX 77378 Grower's Outlet 11173 N Hwy 75 Willis, TX 77378These hibiscus came from Montgomery Pines Nursery.  They have some great sales going on throughout the year.  I have purchased plants from both of these places and the plants do better that come from the nurseries than some of the big box store places like Home Depot and Lowes.  There are lots of other places to purchase plants in the... 06/19/2023

What an Exciting Weekend It was!  Did a Twister Touch Down in Willis, TX.?There was nothing on the local news, or any other news stations, however, I have a first hand account!It was Sunday afternoon and a storm - or at least light rain had rolled in. There was nothing showing on the radar except the typical lightning and rain storms.  We were anxiously getting ready to have lunch with my parents when the strangest noise was coming from outside.  We didn't know if it was a transformer, or the air conditioner.  It sounded like a humming sound and swishing.  It is hard to describe.  I kept hearing the sound, then asked my husband if he would look at his weather app to see if there were any warnings.  There was nothing, so of course we thought nothing of it.  There have been having so many... 05/11/2023

Feedspot recently released the top 50 real estate blogs in the Houston Metro Area. The best Houston Real Estate blogs from thousands of blogs on the web and ranked by traffic, social media followers & freshness.https://blog.feedspot.com/houston_real_estate_blogs/ Here is the link to my Houston Real Estate Blog - The Texas Brokerhttps://thetexasbroker.me/Our blog recently raised our ranking from #31 to #3 after revamping the look and structure of the blog.We have also revamped our website https://thetexasbroker.net/.  The site features an IDX feed from Houston Association of Realtors,  And featured links to our partner builders, preferred , enhanced information of Buyer, Seller, Investors.  And new links were added for our Land & Ranch, and Commercial customer. 05/08/2023

Willis TX Market Report As of February 27, 2023280 Active Listings Homes for Sale in Willis, TX$0 - $100,000 = 3 Homes for Sale$100,000 - $199,999 = 22 Homes for Sale$200,000 - $299,999 = 60 Homes for Sale$300,000 - $399,999 = 78 Homes for Sale$400,000 - $499,999 = 23 Homes for Sale$500,000- $599,999 = 35 Homes for Sale$600,000 - $699,999 = 26 Homes for Sale$700,000 - $799,999 = 14 Homes for Sale$800,000 - $899,999 = 7 Homes for Sale$900,000 - $999,999 = 6 Homes for Sale$1,000,000 & Up = 6 Home for Sale94 Option/Pending Homes for Sale in Willis, TX$0 - $100,000 = 3 Homes Under Contract$100,000 - $199,999 = 12 Homes Under Contract$200,000 - $299,999 = 22 Homes Under Contract$300,000 - $399,999 = 20 Homes Under Contract$400,000 - $499,999 = 10 Homes Under Contract$500,000- $599,999 = 14 H... 02/27/2023

Panorama Village, Conroe TX Homes for SaleWeek of 2/23/23Panorama Village is a subdivision located in Conroe Texas, just outside of Houston.  Panorama Village Homes for Sale as of 2/23/23There are Currently 3 Homes for Sale in Panorama Village:6B Hanover Lane Panorama Village, TX 77304 Montgomery County3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath 2 Car Garage 1720 Sq. Ft.  Built in 2023 $310,00013 Moon Valley Court Panorama Village, TX 77304 Montgomery County3 Bedroom 2 Bath 2 Car Garage 1451 Sq. Ft. Built in 1976 $199,999132 Paradise Valley Dr. Panorama Village, TX 77304 Montgomery County.3 Bedroom 2 Bath 2 Car Garage 1440 Sq. Ft. Built in 1974 $249,000 Panorama Village Pending Homes for Sale - Currently Under ContractThere are currently Five Homes Pending for Sale in Panorama Village in Conroe, TX.90 Cherokee ... 02/23/2023

Republic Grand Ranch, Willis TX Market Report January 22, 20233 Homes Currently for Sale as of January 22, 202310760 Ruger Rd. Willis, TX 773783/2.5 with 3,242 Square Feet Priced at $990,889Listing courtesy of Gisela Duverney Properties,LLC 15821 Wooded Trail Way Willis, TX 773783/2.5 with 3,120 Square Feet Priced at $928,000Listing courtesy of Grand Ranch Realty 15706 Republic Grand Ranch Willis, TX 773783/2.5 with 2,978 Square Feet Priced at $885,000Listing courtesy of Grand Ranch Realty No homes in Republic Grand Ranch are showing in the Houston Association of Realtors MLS as being closed within the past 6 months, non currently showing an option or pending status.  This neighborhood may not report all of its data to the Houston Association of Realtors, therefore, other homes may have... 01/22/2023

Beauty All Around Us During this Wonderful Time of YearThere is such beauty all around us, and not just this time of year, but all year long!  As I was showing properties last week I was able to catch a few photos of the beauty of this area. It all started with a Fall Christmas Tree!  I fell in love with this property.  There was a lot of acreage, a home, large garage, oversized bbq area, an above ground pool with a deck, and 2 additional larger sheds.  All of this nestled in on a little over 7 acres of land.  Can you believe you can purchase something like this for $365,000?  10291 Hart Rd Conroe TXThe next stop was a beautiful home on about 5 acres with a guest house, private pond, and 3 bedroom, 2 bath home.  This property had been recently redone.  The guest house had a super cute f... 12/12/2022

Waterfront Homes for Sale Willis TX Sept. 23, 2022Waterfront homes report for Willis Texas as of Friday September 23, 2020There are currently 11 Waterfront homes for sale in Willis Texas in prices ranging from $667,181 up to $1,449,900.Current Waterfront homes available for sale in Willis TX:        Address Bedrooms Full Baths 1/2 Baths Garages Price 10740 S Lake Mist Ln. 3 3 1 2 $  667,181 13930 Shoreline Dr. 4 3 3 4 $  797,000 11041 N Lake Mist Ln. 4 3 1 2 $  807,850 12579 St. Louis Ct. 5 4 1 2 $  820,000 10736 S Lake Mist Ln. 4 4 1 2 $  856,661 11037 N Lake Mist Ln. 4 3 1 2 $  882,050 12940 N Puffin Ln. 3 2 0 2 $  890,000 15120 Cozy Cove Ln. 3 2 1 2 $  905,000 15105 Paradise Ct. 7 3 2 2 $1,200,000 7167 Kingston Cove Ln.  4 3 1 2 $1,200,000 11008 Hillside Dr. 4 4 0 5 $1,449,900 To vie... 09/23/2022

Homes For Sale In The Woodson's Reserve Neighborhood In Spring, TX.Why Do People Live here?Woodson's Reserves is a beautiful developing neighborhood of single family homes that are conveniently located in Spring, TX. Woodson Reserve is a part of the rich history of Spring's growth throughout the years. It continues to attract new residents and business as it maintains a unique early history. What is wonderful about Woodson Reserve is, it's not uncommon to see neighborhood kids playing in the streets of this quaint little oasis in the suburbs during the summer and families viewing the lights in the winter. It's far enough from the main hustle and bustle of the city that residents don't feel like the urban center of Houston is knocking on their door.Looking for a home in Woodson Reserves... 03/21/2022

Homes For Sale In The Master Planned  Community Of The Woodlands, TxWhy Do People Live here?The Woodland is a beautiful Community of single family homes that is conveniently located just 30 miles outside of Downtown Houston. It's not uncommon to see neighborhood kids playing the streets of this quaint little oasis in the suburbs during the summer and Playing in icy streets in the winter. It's far enough from the main hustle and bustle of the city that residents don't feel like the urban center of Houston is knocking on their door.Looking for a home in The Woodlands?Interested in finding homes for sale in the The Woodlands Neighborhood of Spring Texas? Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this area of The Woodlands. What's the Neighborhood Like?The homes you woul... 03/02/2022

Veteran’s Home Loans for Conroe Texas!!If you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you.Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which saves you money... 04/20/2021

There are many benefits to a VA home loan. It’s important to know how these loans can help you. First, thank you for your service to our country. According to the Mortgage reports, VA loans stand apart for its combination of low rates, lenient underwriting, and secondary benefits. These are 10 VA loan benefits in Conroe Texas in 2020. These are:        No down payment on a VA loan        No mortgage insurance        VA loans have a government guarantee        Your ability to shop and compare VA loans        VA loans don’t allow a prepayment penalty        They come in many varieties        It’s easier to qualify for a VA loan        VA loan closing costs are lower        The VA loan offers funding fee flexibility    VA loans are assumable Backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affair... 04/22/2020

I am honored and excited to announce that Mega Agent and Team Leader, Jerry Walker, REALTOR® affiliated with eXp Realty recently hired me as his Real Estate Coach. Jerry is coming off a really strong 2019 closing over 9 Million in both residential and commercial real estate transactions. I look forward to working with Jerry in the coming months to assist him in securing his personal business goals. Do you have a residential or commercial real estate need in the Montgomery County and surrounding areas? Connect with Jerry Walker today at 281-787-0429 or email jerry@hesellstexas.com.Begin your real estate search with Jerry Walker today.About Jerry WalkerHi I'm Jerry Walker with the Jerry Walker Team Realty Brokered by eXp. We specialize in Residential New Homes, Resales, Acreage, and Comme... 02/09/2020

Woodlands Real Estate Market ReportReal Estate MarketIf you are planning to buy a new home for your family in The Woodlands, TX our guide will help you identify the current status of the real estate market in the city. The city is currently ranked as the 2nd best city to raise a family in America by Niche. The beautiful and well-developed community is one of the best places to live in the city, adding the demand for houses in the area. You can expect competitive home prices in the region, and you'll want to work with an experienced realtor to guide you with the best deals in the community.Check out our original blog post at https://www.homesinwoodlandstx.com/.History and LifestyleThe city of The Woodlands Texas was founded in 1974 by developer George Mitchell. The 28,000-acre community ... 10/15/2019

Lloyd Conley, MBA, EA is a Sr. Tax Architect serving private business owners and high net worth individuals throughout the USA. Tax Architecture is about structuring or re-structuring the way private business owners and investors do business to line up with the most favorable sections of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). The IRC highly favors private business owners!At the 30,000-foot level, Estate Tax planning is about managing the transfer of wealth over generations by leveraging the IRC sections that allow taxpayers to minimize the impact of Estate Taxation at death.  Income Tax planning through Tax Architecture is about minimizing the impact of Income Tax now, in order to build wealth before death. Efficient balancing of these goals is a cornerstone of good wealth management!Under so... 09/17/2019

Lloyd Conley, EA, represents business and individual taxpayers in The Woodlands, Houston, Texas and throughout the USA who have civil issues with the IRS. Many taxpayers are confused about the difference between a Tax Lien and a Tax Levy! There is a major difference! A Tax Lien is essentially a public record recorded at a local courthouse making a first or priority claim against (The Lien) a taxpayers significant assets, real estate, business, etc. The IRS will do this when a taxpayer, business or individual, has an outstanding tax liability that is past due. This will occur when a taxpayer enters into an Installment Agreement with the IRS to pay back taxes. Liens are hard for the average taxpayer to get removed, even after the taxes are paid. Professional help is best to get the lien ... 08/27/2019

Lloyd Conley, EA, represents business and individual taxpayers in The Woodlands, Houston, and throughout Texas who have civil issues with the IRS.One of the hot new IRS Programs is targeting chronic non-filers. The IRS has identified 7 million chronic non-filers. The Non-Filer Program is a high priority with the IRS. Both business owners and individual taxpayers who have not filed tax returns, sometimes for many years, are vulnerable.It is worth noting that the willful failure to file a Tax Return is a crime under Internal Revenue Code Section 7203.So … what can non-filers do? How can we help a non-filer resolve their issues with the IRS?! The short answer is “it depends” upon why the failure to file occurred in the first place. The failure to file is often based upon the fear that ther... 08/16/2019

Being a Conroe TX First Time Homebuyer makes you have to consider your options before you buy. The first thing you will need to consider is what your long-term goals are with being a home owner  and how your goals fit in with that plan. One goal could be to stop paying rent that just increases after every lease you renewBuying your own home first is one of the happiest times of your life! However, a lot of paperwork and time goes into it and finding a lender with great reviews will ease much of the stress. But, the satisfaction you get from your first home closing is something you will never forget! The benefits of being a Conroe TX First Time Homebuyer greatly outweighs renting for the following reasons:          Greater privacy.          Homes typically increase in value the older the... 05/22/2019

Restaurants in The Woodlands, TexasKillen’s SteakhouseKillen's Steakhouse is a newly opened restaurant serving delicious Southern Cuisine, known for its comfort meals cooked by Chef Ronnie Killen. Upon entering the restaurant you're greeted by delicious smells from the barbecue pit cooking various meats including the Killen's well-known ribeyes, New York strips, wagyu, and more. Check out our original neighborhood page at https://www.homesinwoodlandstx.com/.Flower ChildFlower Child is a well-received healthy option restaurant occupying the previous spot of Space City. The guilt-free dishes served in Flower Child treats its customers to freshly made bowls of greens, wraps, and grains. The bar offers fantastic drinks served in unique and colorful glasses.  Wooster’s GardenWooster's Garden... 05/03/2019