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2nd Quarter Residential Market Report 2020 (South Padre Island, Port Isabel, Laguna Vista, Bayview)

We are often asked, “how is the market?” As a service to our clients, we are constantly updating our market report. The copy of the 2020 2nd Quarter Residential Market Report below is for you. Please feel free to give any of us a call to discuss. SOUTH PADRE ISLAND PORT ISABEL LAGUNA VISTA BAYVIEW

South Padre Island Real Estate Telegraph, JULY 2020

SPI extends beach restrictions through July The City of South Padre Island will continue restricting the space between umbrellas on the beach through July, as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Cameron County. In the order’s extension, a new rule has been added: no setups in the 15 feet of space between umbrellas. South Padre […]

Selling Your Home in Uncertain Times

The arrival of the coronavirus, COVID-19, has changed virtually every aspect of life, including the momentum of real estate sales. Some home sellers are waiting, hoping that the situation improves as we find a new normal. Others have decided to put their homes on the market because of urgent reasons, such as a job transfer, […]

South Padre Island Real Estate Telegraph, JUNE 2020

Summer fun in the sun SOUTH PADRE ISLAND — Visitors of this seasonal attraction will be able to enjoy its amenities again. The Beach Park at Isla Blanca waterpark, formerly known as Schlitterbahn South Padre Island, kicks off its inaugural season today. “We are excited to finally open for the season,” Beach Park general manager […]

Team with an Agent When House Hunting Online

Everything happens online now, whether it’s business conferencing, entertainment, social networking, finances, or shopping. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, about 95 percent of home buyers look for their next property online. There are numerous sites that take you to a multiple listing service (MLS), where you will find data, descriptions, and very often […]

South Padre Island Real Estate Telegraph, APRIL 2020

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO The 2020 Census begins The 2020 Census has begun and it is important for everyone to respond to the 2020 Census so that communities like yours can receive the funding they need for health care, accessibility services, and more. Click here to take the 2020 Census online! NEW LISTINGS […]

Become Familiar with HOA Requirements

Homeowners associations, or HOAs, are governing bodies that set and enforce the rules of a neighborhood or condominium development. They maintain common areas and oversee the amenities, covenants and restrictions of the neighborhood. There are many ways a HOA can be beneficial to you, but there are also aspects that you might find restrictive. If […]

Improvements That Can Lower Your Home’s Value

Many homeowners believe the money they spend on home improvements will always make their property worth more. There are plenty of projects that will do exactly that, enhancing your enjoyment of your home and making it more valuable. However, there are renovations and remodels that can work against you when you’re ready to sell and […]

Weathering a Winter Home Sale

Putting your house on the market during the cold months may not be your first choice, and the prospect may give you a case of the winter blues. Perk up! Nearly a million homes were sold in December 2018 through February 2019. There are many good strategies for speeding winter homes sales, starting with this […]