By Tom Branch, on March 11th, 2011 
4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2-Car Garage | 2872 SF/Tax | Pool
Plano TX Home For Sale – Wonderfully updated home with pool and spa in the Heart of Plano. Nice drive-up appeal with lush landscaping and mature trees. Gourmet island kitchen with granite counters, tumbled marble backsplash, and black appliances. Oversized great room with oak paneling, wood-burning fireplace and wet bar. Master suite has garden tub, dual vanities, separate shower, and two walk-in closets. Backyard oasis with covered patio and in-ground pool and spa.
Plano Texas Home For Sale for Current Pricing, Details, Photos, and Virtual Tour.
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By Tom Branch, on March 11th, 2011  Copyright 2010 - Imaged2Sell 3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2-Car Garage | 2403 SF/Tax
McKinney TX Home For Sale – Enjoy the country club lifestyle in this clean and well-maintained home in sought after Villages of Eldorado. Home sits on quiet cul-de-sac street surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping. The open kitchen has lots of cabinets and counter space. Master suite has garden tub, separate shower and double sinks. Split bedrooms with walk-in closets. Recent interior and exterior paint and fresh carpet throughout. Numerous neighborhood amenities.
McKinney Texas Home For Sale for Current Pricing, Details, Photos, and Virtual Tour.
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By Tom Branch, on March 11th, 2011 
4 Bedrooms | 2.1 Baths | 2-Car Garage | 2259 SF/Tax
SOLD! McKinney Texas – Enjoy Craig Ranch living in Frisco ISD. Well-maintained home is ready for move-in. The island kitchen with ceramic tile back splash, breakfast bar, and stainless appliances overlooks the spacious living area. Large master retreat has bay windows, garden tub with separate shower, dual vanities and walk-in closet. Fourth bedroom could be office. Designer touches include picture frame molding, archways, and French doors. Easy access to SH 121.
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By Gina Branch, on March 5th, 2011 
I run into more and more buyers who think they don’t need a real estate professional when buying or building a new home. Not true! Here are just some of the reasons why agent representation is key when buying a new home:
- A real estate agent works solely for the buyer and looks after his or her best interests.
- Sometimes an agent has knowledge of negotiable items that a buyer may be unaware of. The agent’s negotiating skills can often save a buyer money, time, and headaches.
- Sometimes builders advertise specials specifically to the real estate community. If you’re not working with an agent, you may never know about certain builder incentives that can save you money.
- Builders use their own individual contracts. There is no standard builder contract for the new construction industry. Agents are knowledgeable about real estate contract language and can help buyers avoid any potential pitfalls.
- Rather than physically going from builder to builder, an agent can gather information on builders and communities and provide it to the buyer ahead of time. This will help you narrow your search in a more efficient way.
- Most importantly, the vast majority of new home builders will not offer buyers a price reduction based on whether or not they are represented by a real estate agent.
When you purchase a new home, the builder pays the agent’s fee. The buyers get helpful representation at no cost to them. This is a no-brainer. If you’re thinking of buying or building a new home, contact a local real estate professional first. We’re here to help.
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By Tom Branch, on March 2nd, 2011 Today marks a major milestone for CB JENI Homes and Wyndsor Court in Richardson, Texas. The builder has one home remaining and the subdivision is complete!
Who wants the last new home at a great price?
3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2 Car Garage | 2086 SF/Building Plan
Beautiful new construction with dramatic entry and hardwood floors in main living areas. Large island kitchen with granite counters, black appliances, and custom Maple cabinets. Master bath with dual vanities has oversized shower and walk in closet. Designer touches include crown molding, rounded corners, and art niches. Many energy features. Ready now!
Follow this link for more information, current pricing, photos, floorplans, and a virtual tour of this Richardson Texas New Home For Sale.
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By Gina Branch, on March 1st, 2011 Congratulations, you finally have a contract on your house! You have successfully jumped one hurdle, but another big one is headed your way – the home inspection. Some sellers look around and don’t see anything really wrong with their house, so they are quite surprised when they get a huge list of requested repairs as a result of the inspection.
 Licensed from iStockPhoto You and I see our houses every day, but an inspector comes in with a fresh set of eyes trained to look for specific things. While some of these items don’t seem like a big deal, an inspector is required to report them if not in proper working condition. A long list like this may send a message to the buyer that your house has not been well-maintained. Here’s a list of easy fixes you should address before putting your house on the market, and especially before the inspection:
- Replace batteries in all smoke detectors.
- Replace missing or broken switch and outlet cover plates.
- Repair leaky faucets.
- Tighten loose doorknobs.
- Repair or replace outdoor weather stripping.
- Caulk doors and windows at the exterior brick or siding.
- Replace damaged or missing window screens.
- Replace broken window seals in doors and windows.
- Replace burned out light bulbs.
- Secure loose hand and stair railings.
- Patch holes and cracks in walls and ceilings – then repaint.
- Replace heating & A/C filters.
It’s always best to take care of these deferred maintenance items before the house goes on the market. And don’t forget the lawn – curb appeal is extremely important and is the potential buyer’s first impression.
*List provided by The Kissee Home Inspection Team.
By Tom Branch, on March 1st, 2011 I love this time of year in North Texas. The temperatures are mild—crisp in the mornings and warm in the afternoons. As March begins so does Spring. I was reminded this morning when I was outside drinking my coffee and watching the dogs run around the yard looking for bunnies to chase.
As I sipped my coffee, I noted the Bradford Pear trees were just getting ready to bloom. As I took a closer look, I noted a few early blooms glistening in the early morning sun. It was a peaceful moment taking it all in…the smell of the coffee, the sun kissing the blooms, the birds singing.
While I knew that moment would give way to the hustle and bustle of another busy day, I had to sit there and savor the moment. I learned this lesson the hard way as I watched my spouse battle cancer. She survived and both of us look at life differently.
Time is a finite resource. Take a few moments out of your day to look at the beauty around you.
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