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How to Find and Handle Dry Rot

Dry rot is caused by a fungus that eats away at wood and weakens it, which can jeopardize the structure of your home. Here’s how to check your home for dry rot and take care of any issues you find.

What’s in it for you?

Improved safety

Improved structural integrity

Better looking floors, walls, and trim

How to Find and Handle Dry Rot:

Begin with a visual inspection. Check all exposed…

5 Ways to Make Your Move Easier on Your Pet

Moving can be a stressful process, especially for pets who don’t understand what’s happening. Luckily, there are steps you can take to help reduce your pet’s stress and anxiety during a move. Keep track of important items. Designate a specific box for your pet’s food, medicine, grooming essentials, toys, litter, and anything else they will…

3 Ways to Incorporate Pumpkins into Your Home this Fall

Pumpkin lovers rejoice! October is National Pumpkin Month, and to celebrate, I’ve got a list of ways you can go beyond the pumpkin-spice lattes and incorporate this versatile plant into your home.  Cooking – Pumpkins hit peak ripeness in September and October. Roast the seeds for a delicious snack. For a more substantial dish, roast,…

Move To Houston: Pulte home for sale in Cypress, TX

Price Reduction

Built in 2003, this Pulte home is located in the master-planned community of Stone Gate, amenities include a splash pad, tennis courts, discounted green fees and priority tee times at Houston National Golf Club in Stone Gate. The community is located across the street from the BoardWalk at Towne Lake, a…

SETH Down Payment Program

The  SETH 5 Star Program provides eligible homebuyers several options for a loan program that meets their needs. The program provides down payment and closing cost assistance when purchasing a home. The maximum Assistance is 5% and is based on the final loan amount. Grants are provided for Conventional loans with no repayment or recapture. Assistance for Government loans is provided as a…

September: Down Payment Programs For Working Buyers

In honor of Labor Day each week of September we will list down payment programs available in Texas for working residence. If you would like a list of home buyer programs in your area, click here!

NEW HOME LISTING: 4427 Lakeshore Forset Drive

4427 Lakeshore Forest Drive  Missouri City, TX 77459 http://www.chatmanhomes.com

$ 374,900 MLS# 4572755 Beautiful NEW CONSTRUCTION!!! MUST SEE!!! Two-story home in a gated community. Master bedroom and Mother-in-law suite on the 1st floor. Master bath with a jacuzzi tub & standing shower with rain shower head. Hardwood throughout downstairs living areas, granite counters throughout, high ceilings,…

New Darling Home in Avalon at Sienna Plantation

5410 St Davids Court  Missouri City, TX 77459 http://www.chatmanhomes.com

$ 409,998 MLS# 33875613 “All inclusive pricing for a limited time.” MLS# 33875613 – Built by Darling Homes. Ready Now! ~ The City Collection by Darling Homes, located in gated Avalon at Sienna Plantation. This single-family home, features a modern stucco and stone elevation. Large upstairs Master Bedroom with vaulted…

5 Ways Buyers Can Make the Winning Bid imageIn a tough market, it pays to be prepared. Make sure you’re ready to pounce once you find your dream home with these five tips to help you place the winning bid.

1. Down Payment There are plenty of low down payment mortgage options that can help you get into the home of your dreams, but saving up a larger down payment gives you leverage to offer more for…

NEW HOME LISTING: 10819 Campell Point

10819 Campbell Point  Missouri City, TX 77459 http://www.chatmanhomes.com

$ 374,925 MLS# 11977031 Newmark Homes New Construction- Very popular 1 1/2 story home has everything you dreamed of! Spacious open concept with huge family room, island kitchen and breakfast. Formal dining, study. 4 bedrooms 3 bath down. Gameroom and powder up. 3 car garage.

General DescriptionListing Price$ 374,925…

HOUSE TIPS: Today’s High End Housing Design Trends Green

Today’s High End Housing Design Trends Green

Regina Cole Contributor Real Estate I think old houses, and the people who love them, are fascinating.

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New England’s high end homeowners want beauty in their homes, but they want energy conservation, too.REGINA COLE

An informal poll of some of New England’s housing industry professionals tells us that…