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Over 400 years ago, a philosopher once said, "A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds." I read that and can't help but imagine that he must have witnessed something similar to the activity that is everywhere in our area right now. |
Look anywhere you like around Lake Conroe, and you'll find people making things happen. Recently, the landscape of the Lake’s shoreline continues to shine. Lake enthusiasts can now boat to IHOP, Starbucks, Marble Slab Ice Creamery, a Fitness Center, shopping and numerous lake side restaurants. In addition to all of the remarkable things our area has to offer these opportunists, the fact that we're getting into our "prime" season is escalating this energy from amazing to absolutely unbelievable.
There is no doubt that summer is already here. The smell of backyard grilling fills the evening air, the lake traffic is already buzzing and people are spending more time outside. Whether it's getting on the lake, moving to the lake or bringing something new to a flourishing lake community, we are surrounded by people taking full advantage of the opportunity and lifestyle Lake Conroe offers us each and every day. Be sure to check out the rest of this newsletter for examples of incredible things happening in our area.
As a builder and as a homeowner, I am always thinking of ways to maintain the quality of my home and to increase the value of my real estate investments. To keep your home in top quality condition, I've attached a preventive maintenance schedule that might be helpful. Also, attached is my most recent version of "how to beat the bugs" - it will help if you are having problems with those little pests.
Preventive maintenance is the best medicine and the least expensive way to ensure your home will stay in top quality condition for years to come.
Thanks again for your interest in all of our Winkler properties. See you at the lake.
Jim Winkler, President
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GRAND OPENING !!! Wow, what a great addition to our beautiful Lake community. This new development on Lake Conroe is bringing shops, restaurants and resort-style condominiums to the waterside. Starbucks, Marble Slab, Nautic Share (a fractional boat ownership concept) and The Laurel Tree (boutique shopping) have already opened. Coming this Summer: Sam’s Boat Restaurant, Double Dave’s Pizza, Smoothie Factory, Lake Conroe Realty, Vanguard Title, Snap Fitness (a state-of-the-art health club) and many more. Come by vehicle or by boat to enjoy the Waterpoint lifestyle. For more information, visit www.Waterpoint.com |
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Now you can own a waterfront condo and walk to Starbucks, Marble Slab and numerous other restaurants and shopping experiences. This resort style 63 unit, five story Condo building is now under construction and is scheduled to open Summer 2009. Offering 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units – all units are waterfront with 10’+ ceilings, large balconies, spacious bedrooms, designer selected plumbing and lighting fixtures and incredible lake views. Common facilities will include a gated entrance, underground parking, air conditioned elevators, two swimming pools, hot tub, pool side cabanas, sand beach, BBQ Grills, fire pit and a Zen Garden. Private boat slips are also available. A private gate allows our homeowners and their guests access to the 2000 linear foot Boardwalk – stroll the shore line and stop by the Waterpoint fish feeding pier – what a blast !!! All initial condo owners will receive a free membership to the adjacent Snap Fitness Health facility. For more information, visit us online at www.CondosOnLakeConroe.com |
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Since last year, sources such as CNN Money, the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University and other highly reputable publications have drawn incredible attention to the Montgomery County area due to its rapid expansion and practically unmatched value. With the escalating desire to purchase prime property on Lake Conroe and the decreasing availability of waterfront property, our sales team is experiencing a "frenzy" of phone calls – Visitors, investors and buyers are coming from coast to coast.. |
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It's nearly impossible to miss the phenomenal growth occurring in our area right now and many of you probably realize that our county is unquestionably a "hot spot" for years to come. What you may not already know is the extent of "how hot" we really are. According to the latest statistics released by the US Census, Montgomery County is the 4th fastest-growing county in the state of Texas. |
Nationally, we are ranked 36 among the nation's 100 fastest growing areas. Montgomery County has the highest income per capita of all counties throughout Texas. Also, 41 of the 42 counties that encompass the Houston Metropolis showed positive employment growth in 2007 – show me another part of the country that can boast this statistic and I’ll buy you a cup of coffee at Starbucks – lake-side!!! Numerous statistics shown in other dependable publications are revealing some astonishing factors that have surely influenced this growth.
Looking for one of the few bright spots in today's economic times? Look no further than your on backyard. Despite the mortgage crisis and dwindling national real estate prices, waterfront property around Lake Conroe may very well be the brightest spot in the country. Sales of single family homes, on the water, from January 1, 2008 through May 1, 2008 are up 24% compared to the same period last year. In 2007, 26 waterfront home sales were recorded with an average sales price of $493,046. So far this year we have recorded 34 waterfront home sales with an average sales price of $612,139, an increase in value of nearly 20%. The inventory levels for waterfront homes, townhomes and condos are continuing to decrease as more and more buyers see Lake Conroe as a family friendly environment and a place they look to retire.
"The growth is absolutely amazing," says Allison Yancy, top selling agent on Lake Conroe. "One does not have to be a seasoned real estate investor to see the growth that is happening here." In the past year, we have witnessed new communities, schools, interstates, highways, retail developments, and shopping centers - all centered around the Lake Conroe area. People from all over the world are discovering what the lake has to offer and everyone seems to love the lifestyle. It's hard to find anyone who owns waterfront property on Lake Conroe who is willing to sell - it's like the lake grabs them like a magnet and no one wants to leave." With figures like these, being part of this growing area appears to be a bet that will surely pay off.
The statistics above are considered accurate and obtained from reliable sources, but not guaranteed by Winkler & Associates, Inc. |
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HOUSTON BUSINESS JOURNAL
MAY 29, 2008
Houston is the best city in the United States in which to live, work and play, according to Kiplinger's Personal Finance.
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The Bayou City -- billed by the magazine as the Comeback Kid -- ranks No. 1 on the magazine's Best Cities of 2008 list, which focuses on strong economies, abundant jobs, reasonable living costs and fun things to do. "Back with a roar after the oil bust of the 1980s, Houston has reclaimed its title as energy capital of the U.S. and added aerospace, technology and medical companies to the mix, generating more than 100,000 jobs in 2007," said the report which will appear in the magazine's July issue. Austin is the only other Texas city to feature in the Top 10 list, coming in at No. 6. In second place is Raleigh, N.C., followed by Omaha, Neb.; Boise, Idaho; and Colorado Springs, Colo. In seventh place was Fayetteville, Ark.; followed by Sacramento, Calif.; Des Moines, Iowa; and Provo, Utah. The rankings were compiled by Kiplinger's along with Kevin Stolarick, research director at the Martin Prosperity Institute, a thinktank that studies economic prosperity.
Read the original article here |
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