Wilson County Housing Blog! Real Estate News For Floresville, La Vernia and South San Antonio

As this Year grows closer to an end, in what was Wilson Counties Sesquicentennial year, we come together to celebrate as a community. Come celebrate the unearthing of the time capsule buried on the grounds of the Wilson County Courthouse in 1960. The ceremony to unearth the 1960 Centennial Capsule will be held on September 25, 2010 on the Courthouse lawn. After which a new Sesquicentennial Capsule will be buried in place of the 1960 capsule.

Many who grew up in Floresville recall the gala celebrations held to mark Wilson Counties Centennial celebration in 1960. Faye Taylor recalls wearing 1860 style attire, woman wore bonnets and long dresses men wore mustaches to celebrations. These celebrations ended with the September 25, 1960 burial of the Centennial Capsule at 3pm on the Wilson County Courthouse lawn.

While the Wilson County area has grown, more that doubling in population over the last 50 years, it still maintains that small town charm. The two Wilson County communities of Floresville and La Vernia have seen tremendous growth in the past ten years due in large part to BRAC military expansions that are still occuring at Fort Sam Houston Army post.

This population growth has brought businesses to our area. HEB grocery has opened locations in both communities. Floresville has a Wal~Mart with expectations of a Super Wal~Mart within the next year. These along with many other retail, restaurants and specialty businesses allow Floresville and La Vernia to offer many conveniences locally.

If you crave a big city lifestyle but want your children to grow up in that small town 'bubble' Floresville or La Vernia may be your 'Dream Come True'! Both communities are within an easy 25 to 35 minute commute to downtown San Antonio and the bustle of one of Texas' favorite cities.

If you crave a more rural setting with award winning schools Poth may be the place you want to call home. This small community boasts an TEA Exemplary Elementary campus. It is within a 40 to 55 minute commute to downtown San Antonio.

Stockdale home of the annual watermelon jubilee, also offers a more rural setting with the most affordable housing market in Wilson County. Stockdale is a 45 to 60 minute commute to San Antonio depending on San Antonio Traffic.

If you are interested in more information on the COMMUNITIES OF Wilson County Texas, or our Sesquicentennial Celebration please contact us! We will be happy to provide you with area information.

Since April 20th, 2010 and Still Flowing! BP Oil Spill's Impact on Real Estate Industry!

I was surfing the net today and I came upon a Blog post on Relocation.com that reminded me of just how long the BP oil spill has been going strong!! April 20th, 2010 an oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, and thus far no containment method has worked!!! What??? Heads should be rolling at this point!!

The post, by Serena Norr and Joann Pan, throws out some astounding figures. 60,000 plus barrels of oil a day, thousands of fisherman out of work, and in the real estate market a 30% expected decline in home values. National Geographic has called this this the worst oil spill in US history, with 8 National Parks directly threatened by the oil spill.

30% expected decline in home values, in an area that has not fully bounced back since Hurricane Katrina devestated the Gulf coast in August of 2005. 30% is a staggering figure. While BP has set aside funds to assist industries who have suffered losses due to oil spill, is there a plan in place for the homeowners, who will be impacted by this spill. Nothing I have read or heard leads me to believe that there will be any compensation for these personal property losses.

The Gulf Coast oil spill could have long term and devastating effects on the Gulf Caost's industries, residents,and eco systems. It is well over due that something real be done about this!!!

Open House #2~15710 Creekside St, San Antonio, TX 78232~San Pedro Hills~Saturday July 17th 1-4pm!

Total Edge Team Agents will be holding a team open House event on Saturday July 17, 2010 between 1pm-4pm. The second OPEN HOUSE will be held Open by Cheryl Hoffmann at 15710 Creekside St, San Antonio, TX 78232 on Saturday July 17th between 1pm-4pm.

This home is located in the San Pedro Hills Subdivision and sits on 0.22 of an acre with fabulous mature oak trees and backs to a greenbelt. The home has been updated and offers a large kitchen with Silestone counters, stainless steel appliances, and stamped tin backsplashes. Living room offers Beautiful fireplace, and spacious open design. This is a Must See! MLS # 826427

Priced at $176,900

Hope to see you there!

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Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeownersand home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCSand Corporate Relocations. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

"The Total Edge Team is Your Key to a Competitive Edge in the San Antonio, La Vernia and Floresville Real Estate Market!"

OPEN HOUSE!! 4400 Black Walnut Woods St, San Antonio, TX 78249. Saturday July 17th 1-4pm!!

Total Edge Team Agents will be holding a team open House event on Saturday July 17, 2010 between 1pm-4pm. The first Open House will Be held at 4400 Black Walnut Woods St, San Antonio, TX 78249. This home is located on a quiet cul de sac in the beautiful Woods Of Shavano subdivision. The property has many georgeous mature oak trees, and is on a 0.34 of an acre lot, big for the city. The home has an open floor plan with High Ceilings, a large living area with hard wood floors, and a brick fireplace. The Kitchen offers a breakfast area, smooth-top stove , and recently replaced microwave. MLS #845559

Priced at $189,900

We Hope to see You There!!

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Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeownersand home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCSand Corporate Relocations. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

Things to do Around Floresville, Texas on a Saturday Evening in July! Floresville Real Estate Blog!

If you are new to the Floresvillearea and looking for some ideas for a fun filled Saturday night here are some ideas for this month!

1.     2nd Annual Bobby Flores' Birthday Bash, Saturday July 10^th from 6pm-Midnight at our brand ‘spankin' new Floresville Community Convention Center located at 600 Hwy 97 W, Floresville, TX 78114. Enjoy a BBQ dinner from 6-7:30pmand Great Live Musicand Swing Dancing the rest of the evening. Tickets are $15/person, $25/couple, or $6/children under 12.

2.     Consolata Healthcare Foundation Denim & Diamonds Casino Night to benefit our County Hospital, Connally Memorial Medical Center, will be Saturday July 17^th from 6pm-Midnight at the Floresville Community Convention Center located at 600 Hwy 97 W, Floresville, TX 78114. This will be a night of Gaming, Diningand Socializing all for a Great cause. Tickets can be purchased at several places around town and are $50/person. Hope to see you there!

3.     Take in a movie at the Arcadia Theatre located at 1417 3^rdStreet, Floresville, TX 78114. Arcadia Theatre is directly across the street from the Wilson County Courthouse. It offers the latest in movie releaseswith Awesome Prices over those big city Theatres.

4.     Two step the Night Away at Roper's Bar located at 528 10^thStreet, Floresville, TX 78114. If a cold beer and country music are how you want to spend your Saturday Night in July the Roper's Bar may be the place for you.

However you decide to spend your Saturday Nights this July be safe and have an awesome time. Hope I will be seeing you around town!-Cindy

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Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeownersand home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCSand Corporate Relocations. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

"The Total Edge Team is Your Key to a Competitive Edge in the San Antonio, La Vernia and Floresville Real Estate Market!"

Places to Find Farm Fresh Treats in and Around Floresville, TX! Floresville Texas Real Estate Blog!

Being near the San Antonio River makes Floresville the perfect place for growing cattle and crops, here are few great places to get that Farm Fresh experience.

•1.     Rhew Orchards offers fresh pecans and peaches, season permitting. The orchard is located 5 miles east of Floresville at 762 County Road 403, Floresville, TX 78114, just off State Highway 97 E. In addition to fresh pecans and peaches at the Rhew Orchard House you can purchase homemade peach cobblers, pies, ice-cream, jams, and pecan brittle. Call Ann and Judy Rhew at 830-393-6022 for additional information.

•2.     Green Country Farm is located at 1880 County Road 331, Floresville, TX 78114, just off State Highway 181 N. Green Country Farm grows awesome organically grown blackberries. Visitors are encouraged to bring the family and pick their own basket of berries or call ahead and ask for Jay or Brenda Pullin at 830-393-2788 to purchase a pre-picked basket full.

•3.     Mesquite Hill Goat Farm located at 1391 County Road 221, Floresville, TX, 78114, offers a variety of Farm Fresh treats from free range chicken eggs, to Farm Fresh vegetables. Contact Wesley and Nancy Wallace at 830-393-7148 for additional information.

I love Farm Fresh and enjoy spending a day teaching my girls where the food that we put on the table comes from.-Cindy

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Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeownersand home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCSand Corporate Relocations. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

"The Total Edge Team is Your Key to a Competitive Edge in the San Antonio, La Vernia and Floresville Real Estate Market!"

If you know anything that can help find this little boy, please contact the authorities!!

Pray for his safe return!!

Keller Williams Realty~Total Edge Team Celebrates Grand Opening of Floresville Location! May 25, 2010!

Floresville Chamber of Commerce, Friends and Family.

Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are the Total Edge Team REALTORS with Keller Williams Realty Heritage.  They celebrated the Grand Opening of their new offices located in the 181 Business Center at 2840 Business Loop 181 N #130, Floresville, Texas 78114 on Tuesday, May 25, 2010.  It was a really enjoyable day and gratifying to see the community come out in support of this event.

 Cindyhas been involved with the  United States military her entire life; First as a proud military brat while her father served, to her career then as a Medical Technician in the Air Force, and for the past 14 years as a military wifeto her career military husband.

Cindy~ 'Moving here 11 years ago, Todd and I fell in love with the area so we decided to retire here.  I look forward to serving in this community that our family has come to call home.'

Faye was born and raised in Wilson County and is a graduate of Floresville High School.  Her dad, Vaughn Yeager raised peanuts and cattle her entire life and has lived on the farm that his grandparents purchased in the early 1900s.  She has a keen knowledge of this area. Faye has earned a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation from the National Association of Realtors®.

Faye~ 'Being a Realtor is a rewarding experience in itself but being a Realtor in the community where I was born  and grew up in is even more of a rewarding experience.'

Cindy Cranston, Hilary Jankoski and her boys, Faye Taylor, and William Ackermann ( Bank Of Amer.)

Graig Ponthier (Homes & Land Mag.) and Nancy Sparrow (Keller Williams Heritage)

William Ackermann (Bank of America) and Teddi Harllee (Open Mortgage)

Stan Jordan (Jordan Builders) and Kevin Lyssy (Capital Farm Credit)

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Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCS and Corporate Relocations. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

"The Total Edge Team is Your Key to a Competitive Edge in the San Antonio, La Vernia and Floresville Real Estate Market!"

May 13th! Keller Williams Red Day 2010! San Antonio Food Bank Warehouse! Cindy Cranston & Faye Taylor~Total Edge Team

Faye and Cindy getting ready to work! San Antonio Food Bank May 13th 2010.

Our Food Line! San Antonio Food Bank May 13th 2010!

Our Line! We packed 210 Food Boxes in 2.5 hours. I think we did pretty good!

The San Antonio Food Bank is responsible for providing assistance and feeding 58000 people per month. 36% of these people are children! 14% are senior citizens! Almost all fall below the federal poverty level making an income of less than $17600 per adult per year. It takes over 400 Million pounds of food a year to feed the always growing number of customers. Their biggest needs are canned goods, dry goods and peanut butter. Please when donating check the expiration dates on the product.

Volunteering in the community is fun and truly rewarding, I really enjoyed working at the San Antonio Food Bank. This experience has really opened my eyes to the needs we have in our own community and I plan to make this once a year experience into a once a month experience. I challenge all who have the time to take a moment and give back.

Ghandi said it best ' You must be the change you want to see in the world.!'

Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCS and Corporate Relocations. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

"The Total Edge Team is Your Key to a Competitive Edge in the San Antonio, La Vernia and Floresville Real Estate Market!"

Tick-Tock!~Only 10 Days for the Home buyer's Tax Credit~April 30th Deadline!

Don't wait until it is too late to take advantage of the up to $8000 tax credit that Uncle Sam is offer to first-time homebuyers that are under contract to buy a home before April 30, 2010 and close escrow before June 30, 2010. As you can imagine this deadline has caused excitement among home buyers and business is booming. Faye and I want to insure that none of our home buyers miss out. Call now so we can get you on the road to the dream of home ownership.

Cindy Cranston and Faye Taylor are REALTORS© with Keller Williams Heritage living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. They represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas. Cindy enjoy's working with military families with their Military PCS and Corporate Relocation's. Faye has her CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)and enjoys working to assist distressed homeowners.

"The Total Edge Team is Your Key to a Competitive Edge in the San Antonio, La Vernia and Floresville Real Estate Market!"