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Dallas Custom Home Builders – Build on your lot

Saturday, November 29th, 2008

If you are wanting a custom home built on your lot in the greater Dallas area, then we have a DEAL for you! How does a custom home priced from $63 per square foot sound? Take if from me, that’s one heck of a great deal.

This Dallas custom home builder offers custom cabinetry, crown molding, ceramic tile flooring and marble window sills.

For a limited time you also receive granite countertops in the kitchen at no charge.

Up-front pricing, the builder offers a price that will not change throughout the construction period.

For additional details, dont hesitate to give us a call, we look forward in assisting you save $1000s on your next Dallas real estate purchase.

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Why We Love Irving

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

Irving is one of those communities that has it all: wonderful, residential neighborhoods, a plethora of entertainment, arts and culture and a thriving commercial industry. Whether you

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The Model Blocks Program: Fort Worth

Monday, November 24th, 2008

The Model Blocks Program of Fort Worth is aimed at “building strong neighborhoods, a safe community and a sound economy.”

It purpose is to revitalize Fort Worth neighborhoods through organizing and empowering residents to that they may effectively identify issues and work toward their solution.

This program is based on the following principles:

  • Comprehensive Planning and Implementation -

Neighborhood residents and city staff work together to develop a neighborhood plan which includes a vision statement, goals, objectives and strategies to implement the plan.

  • Public-Private Partnership -

Model block neighborhoods work with area businesses, government agencies, banks and non-profit organizations, such as universities, schools and churches to develop partnerships which aim toward building a future and solving problems.

  • Leveraging of Resources -

Model Blocks compete for additional funds through various sources beyond the initial Model Blocks allocation. In addition, partnerships with various organizations have expanded services in these areas.

The Application Phase

Proposed Model Blocks must:

  • Be located within the CDBG-eligible area as defined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development
  • Be an effective partner in the revitalization process
  • Have an established neighborhood organization (applicants are required to submit by laws, agendas and minutes for six meetings, including a list of steering committee members, five of which must be residents of the designated area)
  • Submit documentation of at least three neighborhood projects which have been completed within the last year

The Neighborhood Planning Phase

The three neighborhoods that receive the highest scores in the Application Phase will go on to compete in the Neighborhood Planning Phase.

Model Blocks are frequently seen in areas of high poverty. Economic revitalization can mean job placement services, job training, educational assistance, business development, and economic development projects, such as development of a retail center.

Infrastructure services may include new neighborhood parks, soccer fields, neighborhood identification signs, street lights, closing of alleys, expanding community centers, community gardens and the reconstruction of streets, curb, gutter, and sidewalks.

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Selling in a Buyer

Friday, November 21st, 2008

A savvy seller in today’s market must be proactive and plan ahead to stand out among the competition. With a larger inventory of homes on the market, a buyer may be inundated with a slew of Coppell homes from which to choose. Therefore, it is in your best interest to take the extra steps necessary to be the house that buyers don’t forget.

The following tips will help you prepare your home for sale in a buyer’s market:

  • Price your home competitively. Now is not the time to play games with the price of your home. Price it competitively – right from the start – to attract more home buyers. This involves collaboration between you and your real estate agent. Research the homes in your area that have seen action in the last six months – that includes active listings, sold properties and price reductions – and use that information to accurately set your price.
  • Improve your home’s curb appeal. If it’s true that most buyers make up their mind about a house within the first 30 seconds, then it’s especially important that you tend to the front yard and entrance of your home.

Creating great curb appeal includes pulling weeds, planting colorful flowers, trimming back hedges and tree limbs, painting shutters and trim, painting or replacing the front door and adding new hardware, replacing or painting your mailbox and repairing any cracks in your walkway or front porch.

  • Clean and stage your home. Give your home a thorough, deep cleaning and then focus your attention on staging your home. Remove clutter and excess furniture, and use the remaining furniture to play up the features of each room. For example, the living room fireplace is best showcased when you frame it with a sofa and two chairs. And the deck furniture works best when it is facing your wooded backyard.

Remember the old adage – you only have one chance to make a first impression!

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Davenport Meadows Townhomes: North Dallas

Thursday, November 20th, 2008

Davenport Meadows is a neighborhood of new, quality townhome residences in North Dallas. The convenient location makes them close to shopping, work and recreational activities, as it is located just east of Preston and south of Frankford. Davenport Meadows is a family-owned and operated company, which is run by Ted Reeder and Bart Reeder.

A North Dallas residence is just the beginning of these fine townhomes, however. This community is located in the Plano Independent School District, which has been rated as one of the best school districts in the state.

Once complete, Davenport Meadows will have 14 buildings of thee townhomes each, for a total of 42 townhomes. Together, these townhomes create intimate neighborhoods for a truly serene lifestyle.

All homes in the Davenport Meadows community can be customized to suit individual needs, including adding baths, moving walls and expanding rooms – the choice is yours!

Some of the exterior features of Davenport Meadows include:

  • Minimum 85% masonry exterior
  • Professionally landscaped and sodded common areas
  • Landscaping and structural insurance maintained by HOA
  • Development-wide security system with 24-hour camera monitoring
  • Each townhome has two off-street parking spaces (in addition to 2-car Garage)
  • Guest parking provided for each neighborhood
  • Private Backyard, ideal for barbecue grill and small pets
  • 30-year composition shingle roof

Some of the interior features of Davenport Meadows include:

  • 9′ ceilings in two story townhomes, 10′ ceilings in one-story townhomes
  • 13″ and 20″ ceramic/porcelain tile flooring throughout most of the first floors, and all wet areas (kitchen, baths, utility) (smooth/hand-scraped hardwood and 18″ porcelain tile upgrades available)
  • All floorplans designed for convenience, entertaining, and ease of maintenance
  • 14 SEER air-conditioning system, natural gas furnace (2-story plans separately zoned)
  • R-38 blown attic insulation, with radiant-barrier decking on the roof and walls (Foam insulation option also available)
  • Living rooms pre-wired for surround sound (additional wiring options available)
  • Upgraded light fixture package throughout, in Brushed Nickel or Oil-rubbed Bronze
  • Ceiling fans and lights in Living areas, Master Bedrooms (other bedrooms blocked and wired for fans)
  • Brushed Chrome door hardware, Moen-brand Polished Chrome plumbing fixtures
  • Six-panel interior doors
  • Rounded drywall corners throughout
  • Your choice of paint colors for walls/ceilings (two different colors or same)
  • 2-car garage with garage door openers
  • Upgraded designer carpet and pad throughout (Berber, Friez

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TECH Fort Worth

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

TECH Fort Worth is a nonprofit business incubator. The purpose of this organization is to “assist startup companies to create feasible business plans, to develop effective marketing strategies, to build strong management teams and to launch them successfully into the Fort Worth economy.”

TECH Fort Worth is a public-private partnership of the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, The City of Fort Worth, and the Fort Worth business community.

TECH Fort Worth is designed to identify technologies with high potential for success in the marketplace. In other words, find that “diamond in the rough.”

From there, TECH Fort Worth works closely with excited entrepreneurs to mentor, coach and push them toward success.

Most of the Fort Worth companies assisted by TECH Fort Worth are those which focus on proprietary technology.

The programs of TECH Fort Worth include:

  • The Incubation Program

The Incubation Program is an extensive, hands-on workshop with multiple sessions where TECH Fort Worth works with the entrepreneurs and their business plans.

TECH Fort Worth, through its Incubation Program, allows the start-up to produce a detailed business model and accurately access the feasibility of their business endeavor.

Other issues covered in the Incubation Program include providing assistance structuring seed money from savings, family or friends, and applying for grants from the federal government.

  • The Acceleration Program

The Acceleration Program is a structured program which allows the entrepreneurs to achieve the strategies, the team, the funds and the infrastructure needed to greatly increase the company’s chances of success.

Through the Acceleration Program, companies are offer subsidized space with shared services within one of TECH Fort Worth’s facilities.

  • The Launch Program

The TECH Fort Worth Launch Program is designed to assist the entrepreneurs as they transition from the Acceleration Program to a self-sustaining company in the Fort Worth business community.

This program usually begins when the client reaches a significant milestone, such as a positive cash flow, substantial revenues, significant investment or job creation.

  • The Alumni Program

The alumni of TECH Fort Worth continue to receive regular reviews and are given membership in a dedicated CEO Peer Group to share experiences as CEOs of technology-based companies.

  • The Entrepreneurial Intern Scholars Program

The Entrepreneurial Intern Scholars Program is a partnership between the Neeley Entrepreneurship Center and TECH Fort Worth in which undergraduate students are matched with startup companies housed in the incubator

  • The TCU Tech Fort Worth Incubator

Student-run businesses can launch or grow their business in the TCU Tech Fort Worth Incubator.

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Coppell and its Commitment to New Businesses

Monday, November 17th, 2008

Coppell actively encourages the development of new businesses and the relocation of corporations. The Coppell Chamber of Commerce and the City of Coppell work together to strengthen the economic health of Irving and to increase an overall feeling of pride for residents of Coppell.

In fact, the city of Coppell was recently recognized with two, prestigious awards, both of which reflected the commitment of the city to new industrial and office developments, including development processes and costs.

The awards given to the city of Coppell include first place for being

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Luxury Apartment Living at North Dallas

Friday, November 14th, 2008

North Dallas is home to Saddle Brook Apartments, luxury apartment living among picturesque landscaping and outstanding community amenities.

Mature landscaping and an English perennial garden provide a lovely background to this distinctive community, which consists of one, two and three bedroom luxury apartments, as well as corporate housing and short-term housing.

The one-bedroom, North Dallas homes range in size from 733 to 795 square feet; the two-bedroom homes range in size from 1,017 to 1,260 square feet; and the three-bedroom homes boast 1,361 square feet of living space.

Some of the community amenities of Saddle Brook include:

  • Two, resort-style swimming pools
  • Expansive sunning decks and social areas
  • English perennial garden
  • State-of-the-art, 24-hour fitness facility with dry sauna
  • Direct-access, attached garages
  • Located on the Majestic Bent Tree Golf Course
  • Eight Floorplans to Choose From
  • Professionally Designed Interiors
  • Community Barbeque Grills
  • After Hours Emergency Maintenance
  • Business Center with Copier, Fax and Conference

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Sheraton Fort Worth Hotel and Spa

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008

Located in the bustling commercial and hospitality sector in Fort Worth, the Sheraton Fort Worth Hotel and Spa is also conveniently located less than a block from the state-of-the-art Fort Worth Convention Center.

The Sheraton Fort Worth Hotel and Spa combines the luxury of well-appointed guest rooms with the best technological innovations.

Hotel Sheraton Fort Worth

Rich, deep-grain wood furniture combines beautifully with modern, 21st century art and flat panel, HD televisions.

Club-level accommodations offer private access to the club-level lounge which offers complimentary morning breakfasts and evening cocktails.

Meetings of any size are easily accommodated at the Sheraton Fort Worth Hotel and Spa, thanks to the 22,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space, as well as on-site catering, state-of-the-art audio and visual services and equipment and professional customer service.

The personalized approach to customer service and the attention to even the smallest of details make the Sheraton Fort Worth Hotel and Spa a truly exceptional destination for business or pleasure.

Some of the amenities of the hotel include:

  • Honeymoon suite
  • Maid service
  • Duvet cover
  • Fruit basket
  • Rich fabrics
  • In-room movies
  • Suites
  • Voicemail
  • The Sheraton Sweet Sleeper bed
  • 24-hour room service
  • Fresh flowers
  • Work desk

Local attractions include:

  • Fort Worth Convention Center
  • Museum of Modern Art
  • Kimbell Art Museum
  • Fort Worth Zoo
  • Fort Worth Cultural District
  • Six Flags over Texas
  • Texas Motors Speedway

Hotel amenities include:

  • 24-hour concierge service
  • Free wireless high speed internet access in lobby
  • Free high speed internet access in business center
  • Spa services
  • Aerobics classes
  • Golf course nearby
  • Dry cleaning services
  • In-room massage treatments
  • Sauna
  • 24-hour fitness facility
  • Beauty salon
  • Whirlpool hot tub
  • VIP floor
  • 24-hour business center
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Valet services

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Victory Park: The Master Planned Urban Development of the Southwest Region

Monday, November 10th, 2008

Dallas commercial real estate is alive and well through the development of Victory Park. Located in the heart of Dallas, this master planned urban development is a 75-acre site which connects downtown Dallas and the affluent districts of Uptown and Turtle Creek.

Retail, Shopping and Entertainment

This development boasts urban living, world-class dining and shopping, cultural events and vibrant nightlife and plenty of greenspace.

Top-tier fashion designers, such as Chip & Pepper, G-Star and J. Lindeberg, are found in Victory Park, as well as world renowned restaurants, such as Tom Colicchio’s Craft and N9NE Steakhouse. The centerpiece of Victory Park is arguably the American Airlines Center, which is Dallas’ state-of-the-art sporting, entertainment and performance venue.

Manicured parks and pathways are found throughout Victory Park, including Katy Trail, which is a 3

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