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I am with First Market Realty. I am a native Houstonian. I have been in real estate and mortgage more than 23 years. I have lived and worked all over West Houston. I know and love this city and real estate!
MAY
2
NEW LISTING! 13902 Swiss Hill Drive, Houston, TX 77077 - MLS# 49460067

Beautifully updated in the heart of the Energy Corridor - walking distance to Terry Hershey Park. Open floor plan with island kitchen and double ovens opens to living/dining areas with soaring ceilings. Double paned French doors and tons of windows bring in plenty of light, hard wood floors throughout all living areas including the upstairs game room that features an outdoor deck overlooking the beautiful mature backyard. Master retreat with its own private courtyard. Never lose power as home has its own generator!

For More Information:

http://search.har.com/engine/13902-Swiss-Hill-Drive-Houston-TX-77077_HAR49460067.htm

MAY
2
 NEW LISTING! 13910 Briarhills Parkway, Houston, TX 77077 - MLS# 78474304

Beautiful open floor plan in the heart of the Energy Corridor. Enjoy the privacy and beauty of Terry Hershey Park in your own backyard. This home backs up to the park! All the hard work has been done! New roof 2012, double paned French doors, New AC 2011, Electrical panel/breaker 2012, Lifetime transferable foundation warranty 2011, Ace Dura flow piping transferable warranty, Sprinklers front and back yard, alarm system, fresh interior paint. Needs flooring in bedrooms/wood flooring in need of repair /replacement.

For more information:

http://search.har.com/engine/13910-Briarhills-Parkway-Houston-TX-77077_HAR78474304.htm

MAR
22

Deciding to buy a home is a big decision! Whether it's your first home or your tenth home it's a big decision.

The National Association of Realtors survey of home buyers shows that one of the main things home buyers want from their Realtor is help finding the perfect home. That's why when I first begin working with any home buyer the first thing I do is discuss with them what they are looking for in their Houston real estate home purchase. The answer I get is usually something like 3 bedrooms, 2 and half baths and a 3 car garage with granite countertops and wood floors. Ok that's about ONE million homes in West Houston alone!

So what more should you think about when you start your home search ? Think about how you plan to live in your home, what are the most important rooms, where will you spend most of your time, what are the activities you need room for, what does the outdoor area look like ?

Buying a home is not only a very big financial decision is also a very personal decision - this will be your home for many years to come. So sit down and really think about the top 5 most important things you want in your home and then share them with your Realtor. If you do this your search will much more pleasant and you will find your perfect home!

If you need a good Houston Real Estate agent that will sit down and take the time to discuss with you the home buying process and finding your perfect home please call me - Connie Vallone 713 249 4177 my email is connie@knowsrealestate.com You can check out what past clients have to say on my Linkedin Profile or my Houston Association of Realtors client experience rating.

www.vallonehomes.com

MAR
2
 NEW LISTING! 14007 Swiss Hill Drive, Houston, TX 77077- MLS# 29561538

In the heart of the Energy Corridor walking distance to Terry Hershey Park and Energy Corridor businesses, shops and restaurants. Great floor plan, light and bright with lots of windows and high ceilings just waiting for your personal touch. Huge living area and kitchen, both with sliding doors that lead to the backyard with covered patio and mature trees. Dining area and second bedroom have views to tranquil courtyard. Retreat to your oversized master suite that also features high ceilings and a wall of windows, two walk-in closets. Priced to sell "as is".
For more information:
http://search.har.com/engine/14007-Swiss-Hill-Drive-Houston-TX-77077_HAR29561538.html
FEB
10

If you are in the market to buy a home make no mistake a real estate professional that understands mortgage finance can save you from making costly mistakes. Additionally they can help you find the right mortgage professional to help you with financing by referring good loan officers. It's risky shopping for a mortgage loan on the internet. I have seen a lot of baiting and switching from internet lenders. Make sure you are using a trustworthy mortgage professional.

After spending 20 plus years in mortgage finance in the Houston Real Estate market one of the first things I do with any new clients is to determine a few basic things they will need to qualify for a mortgage loan and then immediately refer them to a seasoned mortgage professional. By immediately determining how much you qualify to purchase there is no wasted time looking for homes the you can not qualify to buy.

This also saves you from potential heart-break of finding your "dream home" only to find out you don't qualify to buy it. By finding out before you begin your search how much you qualify to purchase you can set your upper limit before you ever go out to look. If you start looking at $400,000. homes and then find out you qualify up to $200,000. that $200,000 home is going look like any ugly duckling compared to the more expensive homes.

So when you decide to purchase a home and start interviewing Houston Real Estate agents find out if they can help you in determining how much you can afford and refer you to a good reputable mortgage professional.

Connie Vallone - Broker Associate First Market Realty member of Houston Association of Realtors , Texas Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors

713 249 4177 or connie@knowsrealestate.com

www.vallonehomes.com or www.houstonenergycorridorhomes.com

JAN
13
NEW LEASE LISTING! 14630 Wind Hollow Circle - MLS# 47732764

Step into this beautiful home featuring-upgraded tile flooring in entry and kitchen with laminate wood dining area. Kitchen flows to dining area and into your huge living area with French doors and views of your very own private oasis featuring a big sparkling pool with still plenty of play room. Stay cool under the big mature oak trees. Highly sought after Jersey Village schools. Cul-de-sac lot. New roof, exterior paint, hardiplank and carpet. Landlord will pay for pool maintenance.

Follow this link for more information:

http://search.har.com/engine/14630-Wind-Hollow-Circle-Houston-TX-77040_HAR47732764.htm

DEC
13
 New Lease Listing! 922 Coachlight Drive, Houston, TX 77077 - MLS# 50253394
Great home located in quiet neighborhood in the heart of the Energy Corridor. Beautiful private
backyard - Home backs up to Terry Hershey Park! Great open floor plan with high ceilings. Large kitchen opens to living room with big picture windows that open to your own private backyard
retreat. Master suite looks out to a private courtyard. Great landlord wants you to feel at home!

For more information - http://search.har.com/engine/922-Coachlight-Drive-Houston-TX-77077_HAR50253394.htm
NOV
16
 Stunning beauty in sought after gated community of Houston's Energy corridor. Light, bright and immaculate - this home has never been leased! Kitchen opens to breakfast and family room great for family time or entertaining. Living area features huge picture windows with views to your beautifully lush landscaped backyard with two covered patio areas. Ceramic tile floors in all main living areas, master suite downstairs, game room plus two more bedrooms upstairs and three car garage.
For more information, follow this link:

http://search.har.com/engine/1238-Sienna-Hill-Drive-Houston-TX-77077_HAR33992438.htm

NOV
15
 You can have it all! Step into this beautiful home featuring-upgraded tile flooring in entryway and kitchen, new carpet and laminate wood dining area. Upgraded kitchen flows to dining and your huge living area with french doors and views of your very own private oasis featuring a big sparkling pool and still plenty of play room and nice shady mature oak trees. Highly sought after Jersey Village schools. Quiet Cul-de-sac lot.
NOV
7
Home is where your heart is!
Jane Austen Quote - Home
Quoted - Jane Austen

After a long and stressful day, many of us look forward to “just getting home!” There is something about the comfort and security of being in our own space and doing many things. You can see & actually feel the activity with adults, kids & pets gathered and reunited with others in the yards and the neighborhood sharing their day as you pass by!

From a very young age, I was always mesmerized by the lights, the decorations and other activities of families within when passing their houses. I imagined the smell of a freshly baked pie, a family game night or other fun activity that only could happen “at home!”

This fascination has remained and is a strong motivation for me as a real estate agent as I work my clients to find their true home and not just a house. Home is where they will compose a story of wonderful memories that will grow in their hearts for years to come!

Home is MY favorite place to be.

Connie Vallone - Broker Associate First Market Realty - Houston Texas

http://www.houstonenergycorridorhomes.com/ or www.vallonehomes.com

 
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