Get your House Ready to Sell - Make Ready -Part 2

Hello all,

I hope you enjoyed my first blog in this two part series about how to get in the right mind-set to sell your house. So now that you have packed up your belongings and have your non-essential items packed and moved into storage, you are now ready to get the house ready. If you are not planning on moving within the next 4 to 6 weeks then you may want to think about some remodeling but IF you do want to move within a short time period then think about minor repairs that will help the house look more appealing.

Quick and relatively inexpensive ways to improve the your property:

1. Curb appeal - landscaping and paint
• Make sure the outside of the house looks good. The wood should be in good shape and a fresh coat of paint is on the house
• Keep the yard clean and mowed
• Put some bushes or flowers in the yard to brighten up the area
• No broken down cars in the driveway
• It is the small things that make a big difference and will draw people into the house
2. Clean the house
• You want the house to smell good and look fresh
• Carpets need to be cleaned but if they are in need of replacements then please replace them with neutral colors. If you can't afford replacing the carpet then clean it and you may have to offer a carpet allowance.
• Paint the walls - again a neutral
• Keep toys put up
• Bathrooms need to be clean with no mold
3. Upgrades --
• Appliance may not be super cheap but it could improve the look of the kitchen if the kitchen needs some work.
• You can also paint cabinets and upgrading counter tops can make a large improvement

These are a few things  I would recommend that can make your house look better and attractive to new buyers.

If you have additional questions then give me a call and we can discuss at 713-489-0507.

Just keep in mind that the goal is to sell your house and move on to your next chapter in life.

Have a great day!

~Tara Woolbright, Realtor, MRP 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or
www.tarawoolbright.com or @Tara.Woolbright.Realtor or pinterest.com/tarawoolbright

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Being active in your community

Hello all!

Today's blog is about being active in your community. That can be through your church or your child's school. It could be other organizations that you want to participate in and help like animal shelters or Habit for Humanity. At the end of the day it is about giving back and being part of something bigger than yourself. It feels good to give back and help others.

This weekend I am volunteering for the Rock the Ranch in New Caney music festival and my time will earn the New Caney ISD Education Foundation a donation. The weather will be beautiful and I get to enjoy some great music. The best part is that I know my time will help other students in the New Caney ISD with scholarships etc.

I think this is important when selecting your next Realtor. Are they active in their community? Are they giving back to others? This shows they care and really part of their community. They probably Love where they Live and will be able to provide more insight than someone that is not as involved.

My two passions are to help children and animals and this is where I try to spend my time and money when volunteering or donating. So when you are ready to find your next home five me a call at 713-489-0507 and we can explore the area together.

Have a great day!
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or
www.tarawoolbright.com or @Tara.Woolbright.Realtor or pinterest.com/tarawoolbright

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East Montgomery County Information- April 2017

Hello all!

I'm excited about several of the events happening in Montgomery County Texas. I went to the Loop sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and learned about the incredible development of the Generation Park and Valley Ranch. Generation Park is on Belt Way 8, close to Lake Houston and Summer Wood subdivision.

Valley Ranch is on 99 and 69 and going to become a destination development. There will be more entertainment establishments through 2017. The next phases will include a Medical district and Corporate park that will include a Green space for our new walking and biking trails. I'm looking forward to the future developments.

April is bring several new opportunities for me to attend and be part of my community. Tonight, April 3rd, is the Concern Citizen meeting. I will not be able to attend the Hobby Lobby ribbon cutting but I will make it to the Kroger ribbon cutting and Chamber of Commerce Luncheon this Wednesday. This week raps up with the Grand Prix races.

Later in the month, I am trying to attend the Observer Lunch and meet and greet Breakfast at the Medical center. For more information go to the Greater East Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce.

So contact me today and let me take the headache out of selling your property at 713-489-0507.

Have a great day!
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or
www.tarawoolbright.com or @Tara.Woolbright.Realtor or pinterest.com/tarawoolbright

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Current Houses For Sale in Cumberland and Cumberland Crossing are selling fast!

This is a HOT market! Great Location that is up and coming area makes it even more attractive.

Cumberland currently only has 1 house out of 5 that is not under contract. Cumberland Crossing has 12 homes available but 4 of them are under contract as of February 15th. The price range is between the mid-$100's in Cumberland and $200's Cumberland Crossing. Both sections have 3/2/2 or 4/2/2 as options for housing.

Call contact me if you are looking to buy or sell Real Estate! I love referrals.
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or
www.tarawoolbright.com or @Tara.Woolbright.Realtor or pinterest.com/tarawoolbright

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Pinterest February - Bathroom Ideas

Hello to all!
My second of 4 Pinterest post of February is all about the bathroom. Lots of great ideas and repurposing items. I think the Wine Rack that turned into a towel holder is a fabulous idea.

I like all the different ways you can take jars of different shapes and sizes and turn them into Candle holders, plant containers or containers to organize bathroom items like toothbrushes. You could use old vases to do similar things in your house.

My favorite is the "Rustic Signs" that are created from oval boards, paint, and plant hangers. You can make it elegant or modern depending on the word font used. Instead, I'll go to the scrapbook section and get the letters that I can stick onto the boards. What a wonderful way to let people know where and which room is in your house!

I'll give my picks a try and let you know.
Have a great weekend!
Call contact me if you are looking to buy or sell Real Estate! I love referrals.
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or
www.tarawoolbright.com or @Tara.Woolbright.Realtor or pinterest.com/tarawoolbright

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Featured neighborhood Cumberland amenities

Both Cumberland and Cumberland Crossing (CC) offer a great environment to have and raise a family. Cumberland's streets are lined with trees and offers a peaceful place for a nature stroll through the woods. CC has sidewalks for the kids to ride their bikes on. CC has a small park with picnic tables but on the other side of 1314 Cumberland has ponds that the family can fish in. In addition, Cumberland has a large park with swings, basketball court and other play area. The pool is on the Cumberland side and is a large pool that is wonderful for summer pool parties. 

Check out my Pinterest - Cumberland for pictures of these two great neighborhoods.

Next week I'll discuss the on-site Elementary school. Until then contact me about homes in the Cumberland or CC area! ~Tara Woolbright, Realtor @ 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com
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Pinterest February - Kitchen ideas

Hello to all!
My first of 4 Pinterest post of February is all about the kitchen. There are several good ideas but I'm thinking I need to try the chalk board in the kitchen for notes and under the sink kitchen organizer. Super simple for both and very low cost.

Recycle a mirror. Buy some black chalk board paint (Hobby Lobby). Spray mirror with black paint. Hang mirror/chalk board. Buy chalk and start adding your text.!

Buy a tension rod at Walmart (don't forget to measure how wide it is under your sink!!!!) and then install. After you have the bar in place and tension applied, you can hang your spray containers. Saves space, organizes the area, looks clean and neat and so easy to do!

However, any drawer organization and the chip hooks in the pantry are the best ideas! I do have my drawers organized but don't have any chips for hooks in my pantry.

I'll give my picks a try and let you know.
Have a great weekend!
Call contact me if you are looking to buy or sell Real Estate!
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor @ 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or www.tarawoolbright.com.

Cumberland and Cumberland Crossing Feature property for Feburary 2017

What a quite and quaint neighborhood Cumberland and Cumberland Crossing is for the family looking for convenience and affordability. Cumberland offers walking trails, playgrounds and a community pool. Many of the streets dead-end and offer unique houses.

Cumberland Crossing offers the more modern look for houses on the stone and brick elevation but have the feel of a family community with the entry of a "white picketed fence". The community playground has picnic tables close to the kids play area.



See my Pinterest - Cumberland for pictures of these two great neighborhoods.

You want to talk about location: it is great due to it being right next to the new 99 loop and on 1314. The development is very close to the new Valley Ranch Center being developed with the new Sam's club open and Kroger coming soon. Academy is open and Hobby Lobby is coming soon but the Party City is open for business. Other than Valley Ranch, there is not a better location to all the new development.

Call me now to show you the many houses for sale in the Cumberland area: ~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com or www.tarawoolbright.com

Other builders coming soon to Valley Ranch in Porter, TX

As I wrap up my feature neighborhood of Valley Ranch, I would like to highlight the two new builders coming to the subdivision. CastleRock Communities will be building soon and offering more floor plans at affordable prices. Horizon Homes will be offering modern living and energy efficiency houses.

This is going to be the area to watch with the New Sam's Club opening on Thursday and more stores to be announced or open in the Valley Ranch Center.

What are you waiting on? Call me and let's go look at houses so you can be part of the new development! ~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com

Pinterest January - Living Room

Hi all! Today's evening post is on Living room décor. I love the stone on the fireplace but will talk about in future post. Today I'm focused on the barn doors and repurpose jewelry box into a remote control storage box.

Jewelry box -  This is awesome! I never thought about this but what a great idea. Let's face it: remote controls are ugly. However, if we had a cute box to put them in and it would fit with most decors that is almost perfect!

Curtain rods - Taking a board and staining it or painting it, then placing hooks on it is wonderful for my large windows that I was trying to figure out what to do with. This is now on the project list and I will keep you posted on the development.

Finally, the barn doors I would love to do but not sure were this would fit in my house. Maybe if my "mom's room" is developed out then the barn doors for the closet would work great. I like mixing the glass with the doors but the doors are beautiful in stained wood. My dream for the room is to remove items from my grandmother's house that is now vacant and the barn. I would like to put the barn wood on 2 of the walls and have the ceiling in the metal tiles that are in her house. I would even take the chandler that my mom wants and put it in the hallway to the room. My way of honoring my mom and, my namesake, grandma!
I'll keep you posted!
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507 or tara.woolbright@gmail.com.

First America Homes - Valley Ranch in Porter, TX

Frist America Homes in Valley Ranch has a variety of homes from the upper 100's to the mid-200's, which is perfect for the family looking to buy their first home. Gorgeous elevations with the brick and stone draw you into the home. The insides are well laid out with space for the whole family. First America Homes offers a ten year structural warranty to help with your piece of mind.



Don't wait any longer for you to have your new home. New Home Buyers call me and let me assist you through the first time home buyers process. I will be with you each step of the way as you achieve Your Dream of buying a home.
Call me ~ Tara Woolbright, Realtor at 713-489-0507

Update to Valley Ranch Liquor Petition

Well folks it did not pass. I'm disappointed and frustrated that the petition did not receive the 4500 register voters from this county that were needed to pass a petition that would have increased property values by bringing in economic development. The representative said that they would try again in the summer.

I can't emphasize enough how important this is to our community. The jobs and money that will come to the area with the changes would create us more opportunities and other economic developments.

See ya in the summer!
~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507

Signorelli Homes - Valley Ranch in Porter, TX

Signorelli is not only a home builder but the developer of Valley Ranch Center! They have beautiful homes that meets all your families need. With walking trails, on site Elementary and a great community center for family fun, what more would a person want? They have a few model homes ready for purchase or lets go talk to them about a floor plan that fits your needs.

                  

Call me and let me help you find your new home for 2017!

~Tara Woolbright, Realtor 713-489-0507

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