HOA or No? The Pros & Cons of having one We get this questions a lot when working with buyers. Some buyers have very strong opinions one way or another; HOAs will either be a requirement or a deal breaker. Other buyers don't really have a good idea of what an HOA really is or what they do. And sometimes peoples' strong opinions about an HOA can be formed by a bad experience with one, so they feel like they are all bad. Well, I am hoping to just educate so you will understand in order to make an educated decision when it comes time to decide if a property is right for you. First off... What is an HOA? A Homeowners Association or Property Owners Association is a legal entity that must be established. It works as a nonprofit that…

Have you heard about the new Midtown Area Plan? It looks like a really interesting plan for the future of this area of Bryan.

Click here to learn more about whats in store or to provide your feedback about the future of the Midtown area!

"The plan is meant to guide the city through redevelopment of about two square miles surrounding the former municipal golf course on West Villa Maria Road, from historic Downtown Bryan to the city limits shared with the City of College Station and generally bound by Finfeather Road to the west and South Texas Avenue to the east. The plan includes recommendations for five “experience districts” within the area, a market opportunity study, a section that outlines pattern zoning — a new type of zoning that includes

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If you're looking to buy or sell in Bryan College Station, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would love to be your real estate contact!

 

Terrence Murphy

CEO, Broker & Founder, Realtor, CLHMS, Million Dollar GUILD

Cell: 979.820.7036

Email: Terrence@TM5Properties.com

Connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & Instagram(@terrencerealtor) using the links below

 

Make this home yours! This beautiful great conditioned home with 3 beds, 2.5 baths is located in the Creek Meadows neighborhood. This community includes great features such as swimming pools & playgrounds. As you enter the home, you're welcomed to a phenomenal hardwood open- floor concept, including a stone fireplace, granite countertops throughout, study with french doors, big windows in a spacious sunroom, a mudroom next to the laundry room and a half bath for your guests. In this split floorplan, the master bedroom features a gorgeous & spacious master bath with a walk-in shower, soaking tub and his & hers sink. The master closet is large with plenty of storage compartments. Conveniently located near the master is a wonderful study or even a

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Looking for a property with a rural feel while still being close to town? This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom farmhouse is located on half an acre just 30 minutes from Texas A&M University & only 10 minutes from Lake Somerville. This classic abode can easily be customized to your liking and has a fantastic floorplan that includes spacious bedrooms & living spaces. Complete with beautiful trees, a covered patio & a storage shed, this home is just waiting for the right owner. Call me at 281.745.0010 for more information or to schedule a private showing!

To see more photos check out the full listing on our website:

https://www.tm5properties.com/listing/19017479-755-west-hwy-60-farm-to-market-road-somerville-tx-77879/

 

Thanks & Gig Em!

Alexis Knox

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If you're looking to buy or sell in Bryan College Station, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would love to be your real estate contact!

 

Terrence Murphy

CEO, Broker & Founder, Realtor, CLHMS, Million Dollar GUILD

Cell: 979.820.7036

Email: Terrence@TM5Properties.com

Connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & Instagram(@terrencerealtor) using the links below

 

According to chief economist Dr. Gaines at the Texas A&M Real Estate Center, the population of BCS is predicted to increase to approximately 400,000 people by 2050. With the increase of people comes the increase of housing. I wanted to highlight some of the newest neighborhoods you may not be familiar with!

Greens Prairie Reserve

Developed on 370 acres of ranch land and offers 3 styles of homes - Classic homesites (70 ft lots), Heritage Homesites (1/3-1/2 acre lots) & Legacy Homesites. They're keeping the ponds, natural terrain and heritage oaks original to the land. The community will include stocked ponds for fishing, over 12 miles of trails, a community center, 1 gig internet, and sports fields. This neighborhood also offers privacy

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JUST LISTED!

3 Bed, 2 Bath, PLUS Study

1,614 sf

Asking $249,900

 

Delightful home ready for its new owner at 3902 Faimes Ct! Enjoy no carpet, cathedral ceiling in front bedroom, built-in desk and shelves in second bedroom, plus a study off the hallway. Living Room is central to the home, with beautiful natural light, wired for surround system, sitting that faces the stone fireplace, and more built-in shelving. Open-concept kitchen shows off dark stained cabinets and stunning granite counters. Plus there’s an eat-in granite top bar, and an additional breakfast area to enjoy! Master bedroom is oversized, with a bathroom that boasts double vanity counter top, jetted bathtub and separate shower, also huge walk-in closet. Play in the

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  Is 2019 your year to take the plunge and purchase your first home? If so, please join me Saturday, April 6th, 2019 at 10:30am for a First Time Home Buyers Seminar! Breakfast & coffee will be served, and we will be going over the A-Z process of buying your first home! This is one of the most exciting times of your life, and I want to make sure that you are comfortable and confident going into the process. We will end with a Q&A session, so hopefully you will leave with your questions answered & your 2019 home owning goals a little closer to fruition.    Overview of what we will be covering in the seminar:  -Setting up your real estate search  -Choosing your lender & the pre-approval process -What to expect for closing costs & down…

As we begin another year, everyone wants to know: “Where is the housing market headed in 2019?”

It’s not only buyers, sellers, and homeowners who are impacted. The real estate market plays an integral role in the overall U.S. economy.  Fortunately, key indicators point toward a stable housing market in 2019 with signs of modest growth. However, shifting conditions could impact you if you plan to buy, sell, or refinance this year.

HOME VALUES WILL INCREASE

A continual rise in real estate value is where our market’s headed. Freddie Mac predicts housing prices will increase by 4.3 percent in 2019.1  While the rapid price appreciation we witnessed earlier in the decade has slowed, several factors continue to push prices higher.  Those factors

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