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SMU Students & Greenville Ave homes for Sale
Sunday, April 8th, 2012 at 8:28am. 289 Views, 1 Comments.
Greenville Ave is just on the outside of Dallas and very close to SMU. Its proximity to the college lends itself to a very eclectic population. Knows by the locals as Upper and Lower Greenville Ave there are many bars, eateries, live music and other types of night life that keeps the neighborhood hopping and active.
There are many SMU students who live in the Greenville Ave area and the youth population is large. There are also many families and retirees in the area which gives Greenville Ave a very balanced and diversified appeal. Greenville Ave is the popular hotspot for many of the residents in the area. The shopping, restaurants and coffee houses make it a great area to greet the neighbors and enjoy a cup of coffee with friends.
Between lower and…
Plano Real Estate, Job Market, & Economy
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012 at 8:18am. 529 Views, 3 Comments.
Texas is the second largest state of the United States and is known for its pulsating and lively metropolises. Plano, Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Dallas are few of the cities that offer excellent employment opportunities, lower poverty rates and affordable real estate market. Texas also offers wonderful living conditions to adults and young alike; houses here are affordable and the lifestyle is healthy and peaceful. Amongst these major cities, lying in 33.05N latitude and 96.75 W longitude, Plano makes up the ninth largest city of Texas. Despite its smaller size in comparison to other cities of Texas, the city seems to be growing day by day in terms of its economy. The real estate of Plano, although relatively new and expensive, offers multitude of…
The Preserve Rockwall Texas
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 at 12:11pm. 497 Views, 1 Comments.
If you are looking to purchase a home in The Preserve Rockwall Texas you will need to request the services of an experienced real estate broker if you wish to save on the amount at the closing of the deal. The Preserve is located on at the east end of Lakeshore Drive just north from highway 66 and south of the community of the Shore another popular community in Rockwall.
The Preserve offers some of the finest designs in new homes. The recession had greatly impacted new home sales Because of this many builders were somewhat reluctant in building new homes. During that time builders have spent much in the way of resources in trying to convince clients who were interested in new homes to settle the deal.
Builders are now offering charge free upgrades and…
Moving to Dallas? Vibrant, Happy & Active – A City Profile
Friday, January 6th, 2012 at 1:55pm. 524 Views, 6 Comments.
First let’s start out with a few simple facts about the lone star’s state most famous city, Dallas:
1. Dallas is the 3rd Largest City in the State of Texas and the 9th Largest in the US
2. According to the 2010 Census Bureau it is home to 1.2 million Americans
3. It’s Gross metroplex economy is the sixth largest in the United States
4. Dallas Unemployment rate is 8.7% which is below the national average
Just these four economic factors are enough to say that the Dallas is a booming city with a healthy economy. But we need to factor in a few more things. Dallas is home to some of the most famous and profitable sporting franchises in the world. It boasts the Dallas Cowboys, America’s Team. According…
Choosing a Short Sale Agent
Saturday, October 22nd, 2011 at 5:38pm. 625 Views, 7 Comments.
It’s heartbreaking when you first realize that your house isn’t worth what you owe on it. Fortunate is the homeowner that can sit on the property until values rise. What about the owner who, for one reason or another, can no longer make the house payments?
This is a time for decisions: rent out the home; try for mortgage modification; sell; or allow the lender to foreclose. When the decision is made to try to sell the home in a short sale transaction, the decision-making process doesn’t end there.
How does the average homeowner go about selling the home under these conditions?
There is only one correct answer to that question: find a real estate agent. Not just any agent, though. The short sale process is complicated and full of details and…
