Reflections on 2009 with North Texas Home Finders

Whew!  What a year we have had.  First of all Thank You to all our clients.  Without you we would not be able to spend each day doing what we love…helping people sell their current home and find a great deal on a new one!

2009 was supposed to be a “down” year for real estate…not for North Texas Home Finders.  Our business remained strong.  We expanded our company and added a listing division to help our clients sell their current property, so they could start their new adventure in a new home.  The First Time Home Buyer tax credit did help keep the market moving, but Texas never experienced the true bubble like other areas of the country.  There is something to be said for steady growth and a strong job market.

We were able to save our clients thousands of dollars on their home purchases, both preowned and new construction in 2009.  Our teams work hard to understand each specific market pricing/trends in the Dallas/ft worth metroplex in addition to developing personal relationships with new construction builders.  This translated to substantial savings for our clients.

2009 also gave us the opportunity to star on national television.  W. Cody Robinson, owner/agent of North Texas Home Finders, started on HGTV’s House Hunters.  “It was an amazing experience” said Cody.  We hope to see more of Cody on HGTV in 2010.  Keep this in mind if you are looking for a new home in the Dallas area and have dreams of starring on a TV show!

Article by Teresa Robinson, Owner/Agent, North Texas Home Finders

Contact Teresa at 972.335.0571 or Teresa@NorthTexasHomeFinders.com

Get a Buyer Specialist and rest easy! The builder pays our service charge from their advertising budget which is built into every home they sell. Since these fees do not come out of the home construction budget, you cannot negotiate one penny of a better deal alone.  We also work with preowned homes where the seller pays our fees!  Visit www.northtexashomefinders.com for more information.  For community-specific information, also visit www.BuyProsper.com for added content.

Snow in Dallas, Texas!!!

Santa has come early this year!  Children of the Dallas area awoke to snow-covered roof tops yesterday. My 4-year-old daughter said “Mommy, that means Santa comes tonight!”  Nothing stuck as it was all melted off and sunny by 1PM.  That is one of the many wonderful things about Texas weather…you never know what you are going to get.  If you don’t like the current weather, just wait a day maybe two and it will be something different!

Relocating?  Consider Texas!  The Dallas area is one of the few places where if you get snow, you don’t have to shovel it!

For help finding your new home or selling your old home, contact the Robinson Team of North Texas Home Finders at 972.335.0571 or email teresa@northtexashomefinders.com for a handout on the current home owner tax credit program!

Article by Teresa Robinson, Owner/Agent, North Texas Home Finders

Contact Teresa at 972.335.0571 or Teresa@NorthTexasHomeFinders.com

Get a Buyer Specialist and rest easy! The builder pays our service charge from their advertising budget which is built into every home they sell. Since these fees do not come out of the home construction budget, you cannot negotiate one penny of a better deal alone.  We also work with preowned homes where the seller pays our fees!  Visit www.northtexashomefinders.com for more information.  For community-specific information, also visit www.BuyProsper.com for added content.

Brand New Aubrey ISD Home in Providence – 8K Off

$157,900 – $8000 off

3/2.5/2 with game room

Property Description: One of the most popular plans with 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths that they build with a spacious open living area, Balcony, large walk in closets.Kitchen has separtate dining area with large pantry with plenty of room for washer & dryer. Beautiful community with tons of recreation including water parks, play and picnic areas, lakes, trails. Ugrades include tile flooring, vinyl windows, radiant barrier roof decking, gameroom loft area oversized master.

Article by amy Underwood, Owner/Agent, North Texas Home Finders

Contact Amy at 972.921.8787 or Amy@NorthTexasHomeFinders.com

Get a Buyer Specialist and rest easy! The builder pays our service charge from their advertising budget which is built into every home they sell. Since these fees do not come out of the home construction budget, you cannot negotiate one penny of a better deal alone.  We also work with preowned homes where the seller pays our fees!  Visit www.northtexashomefinders.com for more information.

Home Owner Tax Credit Extended and Expanded!

Got the itch to change your scenery?  The government is paying YOU to move!  How great is that?  The newly extended and expanded Home Owner Tax Credit program allows existing homeowners that have lived in their current property for at least 5 years to earn up to $6,500!  First time home buyers can earn up to $8,000!  What is the catch?  There are some limitations on income, but these too have been expanded so most Americans can take advantage of the program.  In addition, you are limited to a $800,000 purchase price for your new home.  So if you plan to spend over $1 million you are out of luck!  For the rest of us, what a great program!  Let’s hurry up and take advantage before the President changes his mind.

For help finding your new home or selling your old home, contact the Robinson Team of North Texas Home Finders at 972.335.0571 or email teresa@northtexashomefinders.com for a handout on the current home owner tax credit program!

Article by Teresa Robinson, Owner/Agent, North Texas Home Finders

Contact Teresa at 972.335.0571 or Teresa@NorthTexasHomeFinders.com

Get a Buyer Specialist and rest easy! The builder pays our service charge from their advertising budget which is built into every home they sell. Since these fees do not come out of the home construction budget, you cannot negotiate one penny of a better deal alone.  We also work with preowned homes where the seller pays our fees!  Visit www.northtexashomefinders.com for more information.  For community-specific information, also visit www.BuyProsper.com for added content.

Reflecting on House Hunters Appearance

Well, it’s been a week since I appeared on HGTV’s smash hit House Hunters.  After having a week to reflect on it, here are my random thoughts:

• The crew and producer of House Hunters were an absolute joy to deal with.  They made the long days of filming not only tolerable, but a lot of fun
• My clients, Kevin and Stephanie, are even more fun that it showed on TV….and on TV, they looked fun!
• The home we helped Kevin and Stephanie buy in Prosper, TX is now even more beautiful now that they have it decorated
• The yard on the winning home is unreal…..wow, I am jealous
• I have dozens and dozens of family and friends that are more supportive than I deserve.  The response to the show’s premiere was overwhelming.  It really made me understand how lucky I am
• It’s VERY strange to watch yourself walk around on TV
• I really like to say “curb appeal”…. 
• I’m definitely going to try to identify another client that would be interested in doing the show

Overall, I really liked the way the show turned out.  I wish they would’ve plastered my cell phone number on the screen for marketing purposes (972 365 0432), but I understand that they can’t do that.  If nothing else, I’ve noticed that being on the show has been a great topic for conversation both with current clients and with potential clients.

Article by W. Cody Robinson, Owner/Buyer Specialist, North Texas Home Finders

Contact Cody at 972.365.0432 or Cody@NorthTexasHomeFinders.com

Get a Buyer Specialist and rest easy! The builder pays our service charge from their advertising budget which is built into every home they sell. Since these fees do not come out of the home construction budget, you cannot negotiate one penny of a better deal alone.  We also work with preowned homes where the seller pays our fees!  Visit www.northtexashomefinders.com for more information.  For community-specific information, also visit www.BuyProsper.com for added content.

Time is Running Out for First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit!

If you’ve been considering a home purchase, and you’re a first-time homebuyer, you need to be out there now.  The tax credit expires November 30th.  If your home does not close on or before that date, sorry, it’s too late.  If you’re thinking, “It’s the first of October, I’ve got plenty of time.”  No, you don’t. 

I have a new contract for some first-time homebuyers.  It’s September 30th, and we’re looking to close November 6th.  Things take longer to close now than they used to.  I saw another story/post that said if you don’t have your home contracted by October 21st, don’t bother, it won’t make it. 

The inventory in most places is good.  New home builders all over the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex have homes that will be finished and ready to close in mid-November.  The builders have planned for last-minute shoppers.  Take advantage of it, good deals are there for the taking.  There are great resales available all over as well.  One thing you do not have time to consider is a short sale.  There is nothing short about a short sale.  They absolutely will not close in time for the credit.

The two-minute warning just ended – we need to work quickly to score before time runs out.  (It’s football season, I couldn’t resist).  Don’t delay, it may be now or never.

Article by Chad Underwood, Owner/Broker, www.NorthTexasHomeFinders.com, Chad@NorthTexasHomeFinders.com

Featured on HGTV’s House Hunters!

W. Cody Robinson

Grab your popcorn or set your DVRs.  North Texas Home Finders’ very own, Cody Robinson will be featured on HGTV’s smash hit, House Hunters.  The show airs on Thursday, October 1st at 8PM Central Standard Time.

http://www.hgtv.com/house-hunters/a-healthy-budget-for-a-new-home-in-dallas/index.html

We are interested in your comments after the show!  Thank you for all your support!  Remember if you are looking to buy or sell a home or know someone that is, call the Robinson Team at 972.335.0571!

Robinson Team Welcomes Newest Addition

The Robinson Team of North Texas Home Finders is pleased to announce their latest arrival…

 Kendall Reese Robinson

Newest Member of the Robinson Team!

Kendall joined our team on August 31, 2009 at 1:47PM
weighing 7 pounds 5.5 ounces and measuring 20 inches long.

 Mommy (Teresa), Daddy (Cody), Big Sister (Emily), and Dog (Buddy)
are excited to welcome her to our team.

 We hope you remember the Robinson Team for any future housing needs.
We now offer full listing services to our clients and love helping  your friends
or family buy or sell real estate.

 Robinson Team * North Texas Home Finders *7547 Rockyridge Dr* Frisco, TX* 972.355.0571

Hot NEW Foreclosure in Savannah, TX

This home was just put on the market today. It’s listed at $109,900, $45,796 below tax value!

 Denton ISD

 

Built in 2005

1906 sf

3 BR (master plus one up, one down)

3 BA

Fireplace

Huge Living Room

Huge Master (19′ x 14′)

Formal Dining

Large Kitchen with Island

Sold AS-IS

To negotiate the best deal on a new home in Providence, contact us at Amy@Northtexashomefinders.com, or visit us at www.NorthTexasHomeFinders.com.

Article by Amy Underwood, Owner/Agent

972-921-8787

DR Horton Opens New Model in Providence

Come see the new model at Providence.  DR Horton recently purchased 60 new lots, some located in Denton ISD, and some located in Aubrey ISD.  They have updated many designs, and also brought in new plans.

New Standard Features include the following:

• Rounded Corners
• Upgraded Lighting
• Cast-Stone Fireplaces
• Ceramic Tile in all Wet Areas
• 8″ Deep Stainless Steel Sinks
• Upgraded Countertops
• New Cabinet Packages
• New Raised Panel Door Styles

These homes can all have added 2″ blinds, refrigerator, washer, and dryer, making them truly move-in ready.

DR Horton currently has 8 inventory homes that will be ready in October, and more to follow in November – just in time to still get the first-time homebuyer tax credit (must close by November 30th).  Home prices start in the $130’s, plans range in size from 1200 sq. ft. to 2700 sq. ft.

To negotiate the best deal on a new home in Providence, contact us at chad@northtexashomefinders.com, or visit us at www.NorthTexasHomeFinders.com.

Article by Chad Underwood, Owner/Broker (Lic. #0550393)