The economy in Texas has seemed to be on a level all its own in the past decade, un-phased by the economic downturn that affected the rest of the country back in 2008.  From August of 2012 to August of 2013, the number of nonagricultural jobs within Texas increased by 258,500, an annual growth rate

  Last month in August, home prices rose to the highest peak that we’ve seen since 2007 despite a projected decrease caused by rising interest rates.  In fact, the actual impact of the rising interest rates from May to June has only just become clear.  The National Association of Realtors’ home sales report basis statistics

Not surprisingly, hordes of people looking to move to the Big City choose Houston as their new home town.  Houston has hit (and held for four years running) the number one spot on the “U-Haul’s Top 10 US Destinations For 2013” along with famous sites like Chicago, Brooklyn, and Sacramento.  The importance of perusing the

As summer ends and autumn begins, are you looking in the right places to buy a home?  Here are five quick tips on looking for your best deals when real estate shopping in the fall: 1.  Discount Me In: Typically, according to the National Association of Realtors, after Labor Day there is a natural “discount”

Forecasting is always risky business, whether you’re trying to pin down the weather for the end of the week or looking for trends in the housing market.  According to the New York Mainstreet, home prices are expected to raise just under 7% over the next twelve months.  What does that mean for those looking to

Here at the Brownstone Group, we talk constantly about our booming economy and flourishing real estate market.  And although the rise in business gives Sellers more power in the market, they must not take this power too lightly!  It is very important to prepare your home for selling.  We’ll give you six tips regarding  remodeling

Old Profile Contents About me: When a business is driven primarily by referrals, you know they’re doing something right! As a long-time resident of The Woodlands and active member in its community, Kathy Sexton is a valuable resource for first-time buyers and long-time investors alike. Knowledgeable, experienced, enthusiastic, and reliable, she prides herself on exceeding

  The Springwoods Village Town Center promises to bring in more retail and residential business to the Houston/Woodlands area.  The plan includes two to three hotels, numerous shops and restaurants, office buildings, and a “multifamily” development.  The Village is spread over 1,800 acres and is in the very first stages of construction.  With the Exxon

Looking to jump into real estate?  Hoping to find that perfect seller’s market?  Well, here’s a clichéd piece of advice that will always ring true, especially in this industry: keep in mind that it’s always about “LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION”. Market conditions vary greatly depending upon the area in which you’re looking.  Important clues to keep

  As with every industry, it’s important to know and understand your target and niche markets.  When looking at the real estate target market, we find that the majority of home shoppers are Gen X-ers (at 31%), followed by Gen Y and Baby Boomer shoppers.  The technical statistics are as follows: Gen X 31% Gen