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May 28, 2014

No "Funny Money" in Houston Real Estate

Bubble Gum

Many thanks to Chris Tomlinson of the Houston Chronicle, who quoted me in his recent commentary: "How to Spot a Real Estate Bubble, or Why I'm Comfortable Buying".  Chris raised the issue of whether we are currently experiencing a speculative real estate bubble. My own personal definition of …

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Dec. 16, 2013

Julie Webber, as seen in Houston Agent Magazine

Julie Webber, of Roger Martin PropertiesCongratulations to Julie Webber, who was quoted today in Houston Agent Magazine. Julie spoke on the following topics:

  • Are asking prices slowing down in your area?
  • Do you see Houston entering a housing bubble in the near future?
  • Do you have any predictions for 2014?

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March 14, 2013

Dede Aronack joins Roger Martin Properties!

Dede Aronack, Sales Associate with Roger Martin PropertiesI am thrilled to introduce Dede Aronack as the newest real estate agent at Roger Martin Properties!

Dede Aronack has been a REALTOR since 2006. Her roots in Bellaire go as deep as mine in West University Place. Dede's connections in Bellaire extend to the parks, schools, and …

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April 27, 2012

New Website at Roger Martin Properties!

New Website at Roger Martin PropertiesWe have a new website at Roger Martin Properties, with an all new look - and function! The new site is clean and colorful. In addition, it is hugely interactive and chock full of photos, features, and "flags" for things such as open house dates and time.

The information …

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Feb. 9, 2012

Open House Jewelry Thief Caught

Open House Jewelry Thief Caught!WE GOT HIM! The Open House Jewelry Thief has been caught.

This update is just in from the Houston Association of Realtors.

"Don't Mess with HAR REALTORS!

We have just received official confirmation that the open house jewelry thief has been arrested in Dallas. He …

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Feb. 8, 2012

Open House Jewelry Thief Strikes in West U

Open House Jewelry Thief Strikes in West University PlaceAn Open House Jewelry Thief struck one of my listings about two weeks ago. This brings up a very important aspect of selling your home -- namely Open House safety.

While holding public open house on a Sunday afternoon, I encountered a thief helping himself to my clients' …

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May 12, 2011

Cody Ide - Congratulations!

Cody IdeCongratulations to Jo Anna Ide’s son, Cody Ide! I have known Cody since he was a toddler, so I consider him a member of the Roger Martin Properties extended family.

Cody Alan Ide is graduating as a Texas Scholar from Mirabeau B. Lamar High School. Texas Scholars …

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Jan. 19, 2011

Electronic Signatures - Handy for Real Estate

Docusign - electronic signatures are valid on real estate contractsElectronic signatures are being used more and more often in real estate deals. They are safe and fast. In fact, I have just processed my first contract offer using electronic signatures. I have to say I liked it a lot. At Roger Martin Properties, our client base is heavy …

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May 10, 2010

Virginia Chenault - Realtor of the Week

Virginia ChenaultCongratulations to Virginia Chenault, who has been named the Realtor of the Week by the Houston Chronicle. See the article, below...

Clients Won't Let Their 'Go-To' Realtor Retire

By Jude Patronella, Homes Correspondant

"Since 1979, Virginia Chenault has been selling real estate throughout Houston, making friends …

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June 6, 2009

Protesting Property Taxes

Lecture by Paul BettencourtGot questions about protesting property taxes???? I recently hosted a lecture by Paul Bettencourt, the former Harris County Tax Assessor/Collector. The audience was made up of a mix of real estate professionals and property owners, who all joined in a lively discussion. Here is the resulting article from the …

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