April 27, 2016 | In the News
Lakefront Home Offers Panoramic Views of Lake Ray Hubbard
Ideally situated on a point in Lake Ray Hubbard, the spectacular lakefront property at 15 Luther Lane provides an almost-270-degree unobstructed, panoramic lake view. The open 4,200-square-foot home has 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms and a 3-car garage, and is presented for $1,275,000 by Nancy Jennison, an independent sales associate with the Rockwall office of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.
“This is lakefront living at its absolute best,” commented Jennison. “Sensational outdoor living spaces complete with pool, hot tub, fire pit and outdoor kitchen make the most of the unsurpassed lake views and incredible sunsets.”
Located on deep water, the .9-acre lot in Heath’s Seabolt
April 25, 2016 | In the News
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Announces Top Sales Associates in Tyler for 2015
TYLER, TX (March 15, 2016) — Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, a leading real estate brokerage in North Texas, announced its top sales associates of 2015 today.
Robin Liles of Whitehouse was presented with the International President’s Circle Award, the highest award presented to an independent sales associate in Tyler.
Several individual sales associates were awarded the International Diamond Society Award, including: Terri Durossette, Ann Hall, Debbie Lilly, Kristen McGeary and Micki Miller of Tyler; Kim Brookshire of Whitehouse; and Chuck Collins, Sherrie Roberts and Kevin Taylor of Lake Palestine.
“These sales associates are the best of the best, and put
April 25, 2016 | In the News
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Announces Top Sales Associates in Dallas/Fort Worth for 2015
DALLAS, TX (March 15, 2016) — Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, a leading real estate brokerage in Dallas/Fort Worth, announced its top sales associates of 2015 today.
The Chad Collins Team, of the Southlake office, was recognized with the prestigious Society of Excellence Award, which is the highest award level for sales associates of Coldwell Banker NRT, and was recognized as the No. 1 top producing team, top units sold team and top listings sold team. Lee Lamont, of the Lakewood/NE Dallas office, was recognized as the No. 1 top-producing individual agent. Lamont was awarded the International President’s Premier Award for outstanding sales production.
Three received the
April 21, 2016 | In the News
Buy or Rent: Which Makes More Sense
If you’re trying to decide whether it makes more sense to rent or buy your next home, here are some things to consider. First, establish a baseline by determining average monthly rent in your area vs. what your expected mortgage payment would be (online calculators can help). Then factor in the additional expenses for each, like utility bills, monthly maintenance costs, HOA fees, etc. Take into account future increases – your rent could go up each year, and even a fixed-rate mortgage includes variables like homeowner’s insurance and property taxes. Finally, think about how long you plan to stay in your home. If it’s five years or more, buying is generally the better option.
If you decide that buying a home
April 21, 2016 | In the News
Before You Buy: Mortgage Pre-Approval
You’ve been thinking about buying a home – maybe it’s your first, or maybe you’re ready to trade up from your current space. You’ve saved a downpayment, browsed online listings and are ready to contact a real estate agent so you can start looking at houses.
Wait! There’s one more thing you need to do before you go any further: Get pre-approved for a mortgage.
Even if you’ve bought a home before or think you have a good idea of what you can afford, mortgage pre-approval is an essential first step for several reasons. First, it makes you aware of any problems with your credit so you can get them straightened out. The better your credit score, the lower your interest rate. Next, it
April 20, 2016 | In the News
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s Melissa McClain-Lewis Lists Historic Waxahachie Property
WAXAHACHIE (April 15, 2016)– Melissa McClain-Lewis, a sales associate with the McClain-Lewis team of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s Ellis County Regional office listed 902 West Main Street for $699,000. The five-bedroom, five-and-one-half-bath, three-story home has been fully restored and includes a one-bedroom guest house on the property.
“Every square inch of this home’s been masterfully redesigned to create ample open spaces while maintaining the charm and integrity of the original structure with all of the modern conveniences you would
April 20, 2016 | In the News
Coldwell Banker Previews International Luxury Market Report Reveals Florida & Hot Tech Cities with Emerging High-End Markets Experienced Major Sales Growth in 2015
Madison, N.J. (April 7, 2016) – Sales of $1 million-plus homes in 2015 surged 32 percent year-over-year in Austin, which is experiencing a boom in tech and entertainment as the home of the SXSW Festival; 31 percent in Fort Lauderdale, which benefits directly from its proximity to the perennial luxury hub of Miami; and 30 percent in Seattle, which has achieved gold status as a tech mecca. These increases — some of the largest of any cities in the nation — earn them standout status as entry-level luxury real estate markets as revealed by the new Luxury Market Report released today by the Coldwell Banker Previews International® marketing program.
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April 12, 2016 | In the News According to the newly released REAL Trends 500 report, NRT LLC, the parent company of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Dallas/Fort Worth, is the No. 1 ranked residential real estate brokerage firm in the nation by both closed transaction sides and sales volume. NRT’s sales volume is more than double that of second-ranking HomeServices of America, and greater than the next five largest competitors combined. This is the 19th year in a row the company has been ranked No. 1. In the North Texas area, NRT subsidiary Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage has 18 offices and 875 independent sales professionals, and had $1.98 billion in closed sales volume and closed 7,864 transaction sides in 2015. “We operate April 12, 2016 | In the News This 2-story, brick and stone residence features 5 bedrooms and 4½ baths and is located at 467 Ridge Point Drive in Heath. The property backs up to a pristine, 44-acre nature park which serves as a community playground with a new fishing pier, community fire pit and hiking, dirt bike and 4-wheel trails that will not be built on. If you love watersports, the property is just minutes from Lake Ray Hubbard. The property sits on 1.6 acres of beautifully manicured landscape. The fenced-in backyard is perfect for entertaining with open porches and a second story deck that looks out upon the beautiful expanse of open acreage from the entertainment room. The outdoor living center features an attached grill and a heated, April 12, 2016 | In the News This stunning, custom home updated in 2015 to a transitional-styled interior has everything a discerning homebuyer would want in a luxury residence. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3-car garage and heated pool and spa, it is located at 6900 Grand Hollow Drive in Plano. This exceptional cul-de-sac property, which served as the model for the subdivision, is newly listed and offered for $800,000 by Robyn Flessner Price, an independent sales associate affiliated with the Lakewood office of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. “The interior of this home has been completely renovated to reflect a transitional style,” said Price. “The unique layout is perfect for anyone who wants to relax and be comfortable and
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