Port Isabel is growing and the mayor, Joe Vega, gave a summary of some of the recent accomplishments and goals for the city at a Port Isabel Chamber meeting recently. We are proud of the growth and beautification that has occurred in Port Isabel. Check it out in this link from the Port Isabel-South Padre […]
Read MoreWe attended a meeting this past week at City Hall in South Padre Island that was about a study done for the Texas General Land Office (GLO) concerning erosion and development of property north of The Shores. They reported that there are some areas of the North beach on South Padre Island that erode as […]
Read MoreIf you or anyone you know owes more on your home than it is worth, you might want to check out this link below. According to the National Association of Realtors there are some new rules for foreclosures and short sales that might be interesting. Fannie, Freddie to Allow Walkaways in Some Cases | Realtor […]
Read MoreFinding a parking space along Gulf Boulevard on South Padre Island during the busy season can be an exercise in frustration for visitors trying to get to the beach.The situation was exacerbated last year when the City Council passed an ordinance restricting parking on side streets in response to complaints from residential property owners. More […]
Read MoreBring your sweetheart to SPI’s 2nd Annual Senior Prom on February 15, 2013 at La Quinta Inn & Suites from 7 PM to 11 PM. Tickets are only $10 with complimentary Hors D’oeuvres, prom picture and a cash bar. Tickets available at the SPI Chamber, Paragraphs Bookstore, and Ramada Inn. The 2nd Annual SPI Senior […]
Read MoreNeed some information or have some questions regarding the Convention Centre Expansion and Renovation Project? The City of South Padre has developed a website that contains the history, timeline, videos, upcoming events, frequently asked questions, and associated documents. Simply go towww.myspi.org/CCInfo to find everything related to the project. If you have any questions that haven’t been […]
Read MoreIf you have been to South Padre Island lately, you know the traffic on the bridge can be backed up and treacherous. You will be glad to know that Assistant City Manager Darla Jones received an update from Rex Costley with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) assuring the City that all lanes will be […]
Read MoreHome warranties have changed. They now offer a free or low cost home warranty during the time you are listed. The two companies that our sellers select are either First American Home Buyers Protection (www.firstam.com/warranty) or Old Republic Home Protection Co. (www.orhp.com) One is free with the coverage added to the buyer’s policy at closing. […]
Read MoreThe home warranties that we sell at closing have changed over the years. They are a great value and you don’t have to be closing on your home to purchase one. You can actually obtain one online. There are a long list of basic items covered but we can tell you from personal experience that […]
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