Super Cute! Super Clean! Adorable home located on the cul-de-sac with great landscaping! 3 bedrooms with game room for all your entertaining. Open kitchen with black appliances, two eating areas, two living areas, fireplace in living room adds to the coziness of this fine home. Trees and landscaping are lovely. Enjoy the neighborhood amenities and convenience ot school. Verify square footage. This home is located just off of Hwy 281 in the Bluffs of Lookout Canyon. MLS#787635 $170,000.00 For more pictures and information go to www.myboehmteam.com
This amazing, exquisitely landscaped front and very private backyard on the cul-de-sac has views of the hill country, backs up to a dry creek bed on the greenbelt. Outdoor living area, rod iron fencing, steps to go down to the creek bed. Granite counter tops in kitchen, black appliances, brushed nickel finishes, 42" cabinets, ceiling fans, upgraded lighting, tile in kitchen, bath and entryway. Double vanity master bathroom, split bedrooms and open floor plan make this home a true beauty. Best of the Best! This home is located conveniently off of IH10 and Boerne Stage Road. MLS#787371 $205000.00
July 2 Spinelli's Vistro and Dinner Theater - Complete Works of William Shakespear, 7 p.m. call for reservations at 888-282-7722
July 4, 11, 18, 25 Guided Tour of Honey Creek State National Area
July 4, City of Boerne Fireworks at City Park, Dark-Thirty get there early for good seats and watch the best fireworks in The Texas Hill Country
July 11-12 Boerne Market Days
July 11 Cibolo Songs and Stories - Concert under the stars at Cibolo Nature Center featuring Lost Mule Band 830-249-4616.
July 11 2nd Saturday Art & Wine
July 14, 28 Abendkonzerte - Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and coolers to Main Plaza to hear the best little German Band in the world outside of Germany that is.
July 25 Cibolo Songs & Stories, concert under the stars featuring Sean Castillo & the Hubcaps.
July 31 - Summer Scene - Free Movie in the Park, Main Plaza,
It's hot and who really wants to go look at property. So as a seller you need to make your home exciting after a day of looking at a bunch of dull homes. Some great ways to make your home stand out is the outdoors.
Flowers are in bloom. Make your yard have a park like feel with ground flowers, pots spread around and planter boxes. Color coordinate the flowers and shrubs for the best effect. Keep them watered so they don't look dead and uninviting.
If your really brave you might want to add a pond. The running water will make the yard seem cooler and relaxing. Not to mention all the great water plants that you can add. They have do it yourself kits at the home stores, but be ready for some work on this project.
Make your patio and deck seem like an extension of the house by decorating those areas like you would a room. If your have plastic, wicker or metal furniture paint them in fun and vibrant colors. Add water proof pillows and cushions and maybe even an outdoor rug. If you have a wood deck bring it back to life with one of the great stains on the market. Same thing for a concrete patio.
Making the outside look as good as the inside is just as important to get your home sold.
Immaculate custom home on .74 acres. Clean & ready for you to move in. NO CITY TAXES! 3/2 with study. Open floor plan with bay window at sitting area in kitchen. Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, big breakfast bar, alder knotty pine cabinets with crown trim. Tile throughout home except study and bedrooms. Separate garden tub and shower in master bath, with double vanity and farmed mirrors. Utility room has a sink and extra closet space. Great landscaping in front. Don't miss out. This home is located in Timberwood Park off of Hwy 281. MLS#785380 $260,000 For more information and pictures please go to www.myboehmteam.com
Beautiful Hill Country property located in the exclusive Cordillera Ranch Subdivision. Amazing views for miles, exceptional mature trees, well already in place on the property. Culvert for the driveway is in and trees have been cleared. This property is ready to go, come and start building your dream home today. Check out the parks, river, club house and amenities. MLS#784004, $130,000.00 For more pictures and information go to www.myboehmteam.com
June 2, 16, 30 - Abenkonzerte - Bring your lawn chairs and coolers and listen to oompah beat on the Main Plaza in downtown Boerne 7:30 p.m.
June 6 - 2nd Annual Adventure Fest 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Joshua Springs Park and Preserve. Dozens of outdoor adventurous activities such as horseback riding, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, archery, fishing tournament, bungee trampoline, rockwall, live music, birds of prey demonstrations, live snakes, lizards and unusual critters, food & drink booths and much more!
June 6, 13, 20, 27 - Honey Creek State National Area Guided Tour
June 6 - Triple H 10th Annual Mounted Scavenger Hunt 791 Backhaus Rd., Pipe Creek - Triple H Equitherapy Center in Pipe Creek offers a fun day of searching for treasures along miles of trails, a buffet lunch, entertainment by the Peruvian Paso Drill Team and therapy horses ridden by our very own drill team. Call 830-510-9515 for details.
Juen 13, 27 - Cibolo Songs & Stories, Concert under the stars at the Cibolo Nature Center featuring Nobuko. Call 830-249-4616 for more information.
June 13, 20 - Wings Over Boerne - Birds of Prey Demonstrations by Master Falconer John Karger & Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey Conservancy at the Boerne Visitors Center.
June 13-14, Downtown Plaza - Boerne Market Days
June 13 - 2nd Saturday Art & Wine - Birds of Prey Demonstrations by Master Falconer John Karger & Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey Conservancy at the Boerne Visitors Center.
June 19-21 - Berges Fest Celebration and Parade - Annual celebration of German heritage featuring a parade, live entertainment, lawnmower races, Weenie dog races, watermelon eating contest, carnival, mud volleyball, canoe races, lots of food & drinks!
June 26 - Summer Scene - Movie in the Park - The Neverending Story, This Free Movie in the Park starts at dark. Come earlier at 7:30 p.m. for the Moon Bounce and Storytelling at 8 p.m., The Plaza Downtown Boerne.
Cute, Cute, Cute!!! This home is immaculate and ready for move in. Open floorplan with separate dining area and spacious living area. The large master bedroom and walk in closet are a great addition to this home. Enjoy the covered patio, back yard and garage door opener. This home is adorable and ready for you. Home has just been repainted. Check it out today. Priced below county appraisal. This property is located right off I-10 coming into Boerne, TX Convenient to schools, shopping and San Antonio. MLS#780381 $163,500.00. For more pictures and information go to www.myboehmteam.com
Those of us who live near or in San Antonio know the following facts, but we hope that people thinking about moving here know.
This information based on large metro areas comes from Forbes.com some of it is fun and some of it is just good information.
The median household income is $47,460 with a growth of 3.8% per year with a median home price of $152,200.
Billionaires in the area are Charles Butt & family of HEB Grocery fame, Chistopher Goldsbury, Pace Picante Sauce and Red McCombs (auto dealerships, started Clear Channel Communications, former Minnesota Vikings owner.
Course right now with the heat and the humidity, I could say let's all move to the someplace a little more temperate, but all in all this is a great place to live.
That beautiful home that I told you about 6 months ago is completed and ready for some lucky homeowner. Click here to go to the virtual tour
19 Persimmon, Cordillera Ranch, Boerne, TX. You can't find a more beautiful home then right here. Close to the FM3351 exit of Cordillera you can be on 46 and on your way to whereever in mins. The house has 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths, a gourmet kitchen with two islands that opens to the living room with a double sided fireplace. Large media room for entertaining with wetbar. The master suite area has a coffee bar, beautiful spa like bath and a walk in closet that could hold a small boutique. You will love all the wood, granite and tile details in this home. Beautiful landscaping and gorgeous backyard help complete your sense of privacy. Plus don't forget all the great amenitites of Cordillera Ranch, golf course, Guadalupe River park, trails and clubs to name a few. MLS761468 $1,100,000.00. For more information and pictures go to www.myboehmteam.com
Remarkable opportunity in the exquisite Cordillera Ranch Subdivision. Over 6 acres with amazing hill country views from all angles. Mature trees and level building sites make this the perfect lot for you. Check out the River Park, Pavilion and Clubs! This lot does NOT have a master transferrable membership available. MLS#776251, $291,600.00. This property is located in Cordillera Ranch just outside of Boerne. For more pictures and information go to www.myboehmteam.com
May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 - Honey Creek State National Area - Guided Tour of Honey Creek State Natural Area
May 2, 16 - Cibolo Songs & Stories - Fun times at the Cibolo Wildernes Area
May 3 - Annual Chicken BBQ Fun Raiser at Pleasant Valley Community Center - Come to the Pleasant Valley Community Center, 7 miles east of Boerne on Highway 46 at Los Indios Road (near Bergheim) for their annual fund raiser. Chicken Bar-B-Q plates will be served, adults $7 and children $5.
May 8 - Summer Scene - Movie in the Park - Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D- Free movie in the Park & Boerne City Lake Park Dedication Ceremony - Hotdogs - Boerne Lake - 6:30 p.m.
May 9 - Boerne Historic Homes Tour - self guided tour, check link for addresses.
May 9 - 2nd Saturday Art & Wine
May 9-10 Boerne Market Days on the Plaza
May 16 - Art in the Park -This is an action-packed family event for expressing creativity inspired by nature! Bring your family to experience art activity stations, music, dance, storytelling and more. Time: all day Location: CNC Park
May 16 - Living History Festival - Along the Cibolo - Check earlier blog entry for a flyer on this great event.
May 25 - Life After Oak Wilt - Boerne Public Library, 210 N. Main, Ann Welder, 249-3053
May 26 - Summer Scene - Boerne Concert Band performance - Contact Boerne Parks & Recreation with questions, 830-249-9511 option 5
May 29 - Summer Scene - Movie in the Park, Madagascar II - Free - Main Plaza at dark
Normally when you think of Earth Day you probably think of planting a tree and cute little kids planting flowers on a street corner. But I was thinking maybe we just continue the idea of going green.
In Fair Oaks Ranch, near Boerne there is a new subdivision that is going to be a green community. Lora and I went out there a couple of Fridays ago to take a tour of the model homes. And these are some beautiful amazing homes of course, but they also have some great green features including spray foam insulation, high efficiency glass windows, energy efficient appliances, tankless gas water heaters, radiant barrier roof decking, advanced framing to reduce amount of wood used, overhangs that shade windows, and much more. You might want to check out www.stonecreekfairoaks.com for more information.
Those of us not building homes could do some of the following items to be part of Earth Day.
Start using electronic bill paying - save a few trees
Wash your clothes in cold water - it helps your clothes retain their color longer.
Use reusable water bottles
Use resusable grocery bags
Plug appliances in a power strip that you can turn off when not in use - this will save energy
Slow down - I think we have said this time several times before.
Turn your heat down and your air conditioner up.
Oh Yeah! Go Plant a Tree!!
It's a Buyer's Market, so get out there and look, and here are some incentives to get you to start thinking about buying! Think of the tax benefits you will reap by buying a home this year.
One of the biggest tax benefits - MORTGAGE INTEREST - This is tax deductible up to a million dollars. This applies to all the homes you own under certain circumstances. (Check with your tax advisor)
As a homeowner, you will be able to deduct the local property taxes for all the properties you own as well. You no longer have to itemize to be able to claim this one, but again check with that tax advisor.
Those pesky little points that you sometimes have to pay when getting a mortgage are sometimes tax deductible.
The new tax deductions and sometimes temporary one include $8000 for first time buyers - This one you do not have to pay back as long as you keep your home for 3 years unlike the original $7500 tax credit proposed.
The mortgage insurance premium you may have to pay because you put less then 20% on your home, well its tax deductible now if it was issued between 2006 and 2010. Check the income limits on this one with your tax advisor.
Remember always go to a tax professional if you have any questions on the above or any other tax matters. Things change with taxes as often as the weather in Texas.
Beautiful Hill Country Estate located on over 6 secluded acres in the renowned Boerne Schools. Walk through the front doors and enjoy the upscale amenities of this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home. Granite countertops, stainless appliances, open floorplan, tile & wood flooring. Study and gameroom included. Decorator colors add warmth and charm. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths are located downstairs including the master suite. Some horse facilities on the property. Bring your horses and stay awhile. You will love it. MLS#771856 $599000.00
For more pictures and information go to www.myboehmteam.com This property is located east of Boerne,Texas just outside of Bergheim.
April 1 April Fools Tea - Go to Mary Brogan's Irish Cottage for nested bird eggs, canary sandwiches with bird bath and dirt pudding - Located 455 S. Main Street of Boerne 11:30-4:30
April 4 Cibolo Wilderness Trail Native Plant Sale - Kendall County Fair Grounds, Buy trees, shubs, wildflowers and grasses that thrive in our difficult climate and soil conditions.
April 4,11,18 Honey Creek State Area Guided Tour - Meet at Rust House at Guadalupe River State Park at 9 a.m. for a guided interpretive tour of Honey Creek State Natural Area.
April 5 JUMP In Free community wide event, lots of fun for the whole family.
April 11 2nd Saturday Art & Wine
April 11-12 Boerne Market Days
April 17-19 13th Parade of Artists - The Boerne Area Artists Association is a group of professional artists and galleries in the Boerne, Texas area.
April 18 Antique Tractor Show & Pull- Tractor Parade, Tractor Pull, Home Baked Pie Contest, live music all day.
April 18 17th Annual Texas Corvette Association Open Car Show. An Official Fiesta Event!
April 18 Cibolo Songs and Stories, Cibolo Nature Center, Boerne
April 21 Diane Fanning, mystery author and true crime writer at Boerne Public Library at Noon
April 25 Boerne Garden Club Annual Plant Sale - Gazebo, Boerne, TX 9:00 to 1:00
April 28 Venomous Snake Program - Herpetologist Peter Mimikos with visit the Boerne Public Library to present an informative program on venomous snakes from 6-8 p.m.
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
May this Irish Blessing find you in a little bit of green and thinking a little green, environmental green that is (not to many green beers). :)
There are other ways to go green in your home if you are thinking of remodeling.
Now let's get back to that green beer!
During these economic times, you need to count all the pennies, but spending a few on the best investment you have, your home is never a waste. So here are a few that are relatively cheap to do but can make a big impact on your home's value whether your ready to sell or not.
The Front DoorThe first impression of your home is the curbside and the front door. Make it welcoming! Repainting or replacing will improve the exterior appearance of your home. It will enhance an area that everyone sees, no matter if they're driving by or walking up. Don't forget the finishing touch, new hardware.
Plant the SeedAgain the first impression is from the curbside of your home. Landscaping can benefit your appeal with color and a manicured look. If you don't have time for a lot of upkeep, go simple with potted plants on your porch or walkway. When you can don't forget to work on that backyard also.
Paint the WallsNot only is paint a cheap way to make your home look better, it also helps to brighten and give your home a more clean appearance. You don't have to do every room, concentrate at first on the high traffic walls and work your way out. Remember if you are selling go for more neutral colors, but if you are painting for yourself, this is a good cheap way to express yourself.
Lighting is EverythingInstall some dimmer switches for enhancing the atmosphere of your home.
Fix the FixturesYou may not be able to afford to remodel your kitchen or bathroom at this time, but it doesn't cost an arm and leg to replace the faucets and hardware. This can make a room look brand new and can even give it a different feel. Plus if you paint the walls you may think that you did remodel the whole thing.
Fawn Over Your FlooringWe all know that replacing your flooring is an expensive job and may not be in your budget, so why not invest in a professional cleaner for your carpets as well as your tile floors. Getting that grout professionally cleaned may make it feel like you did have a new floor put in.
No PopCornIts time for those "popcorn" ceilings to go!!! Check out the internet for ways to get rid of it and then paint! You will be so happy when you look up and don't see that hanging over you anymore.
Windows to the WorldOK, this is not really the cheapest thing you can do to your home, but the reduced energy bills may make this one worth a consideration. Installing new windows can also help bring in great light which will show off those beautiful repainted walls.
Rearrange for ChangeThe absolute cheapest thing you can do is Rearrange! Rearrange your furniture, move pieces into different rooms. Think outside of the box. You might be surprised that amoire in the master looks really good in the living room.
Don't Forget the GarageAnd you did, didn't you! This is probably the most neglected area in your home, but cleaning out the clutter here, selling it in a garage sale, just might pay for all that paint you just bought. Take time and organize it so that when you are working on the above home improvements you know where everything is for quick use.
These things may not sound like much, but sometimes just a little change, helps your mood, gives you renewed strength and just makes you feel good. Not to mention you should always take care of your home for yourself as well as for a possible future sale.
Lenders have tighten their purse strings due to an increase in delinquencies and the economy, but financing is still out there to everyone that qualifies. Things you will need to qualify for a new purchase or a refinance is a solid credit score, document your income and a downpayment unless you are using a government program.
Here are the three items you need when you go to visit your loan officer:
Take advantage of the three credit bureaus and check your scores so that you are not surprised by any changes in your credit rating. Your loan officer can help you address some problems on a credit report so be prepared by knowing ahead of time what is on your report. www.equifax.com, www.transunion.com, & www.experian.com.
If your thinking refinancing, this could be a good time with the low rates. Take in consideration also if the market in your area is going down and the fact that your home might not appraise that waiting to refinance might not be a good idea.
If you don't have a loan officer go to www.myboehmteam.com, click on Preferred Business Partners for our list of Mortgage Lenders.
Texas Hill Country Beauty! Situated on over 3 acres, rock exterior with metal roof. Bright Open floorplan, fireplace in living, stained concrete floors, great kitchen area. Abundance of cabinet and counter space, walk in pantry, gas cooking, built-in oven, refrigerator conveys, Large master suite with garden tub & his/her walkin closets. Green Metal building is negotiable but not part of the sale. This home is located near Don Strange Ranch and PoPo's Restaurant north of Boerne. MLS#768053, $355,000. For more pictures and information go to www.myboehmteam.com
March 7, 14, 21, 28 Guided Tour at Honey Creek State National Area
March 7 Chuck Wagon Cook Off & Heritqage Gathering
March 10 Live Music at Boerne Public Library
March 12 Great Northwest Tasting, Limestone Grille, Boerne
March 13-15 Friends of the Library Book Sale, Kendall County Fair Grounds
March 14-15 Boerne Market Days, Boerne Plaza
March 14 2nd Saturday Art & Wine
March 18 4th Annual Spahetti Dinner, Omega Center Dining Room 216 W. Highland
Drive,Boerne, TX 4:00-7:00 p.m. for Tickets call 830-816-8504
March 21 Outdoor Famiy Fair, see flyer below for details.
March 22 King Estate Awesome Dinner #86, Limestone Grill
March 28 St. Peter Catholic Church 7th Annual Art Auction - Scholarshipo Fundraiser, $20 per
person or $35 per couple, call 830-336-2421
March 28 Boerne Expo
This home has so many newly renovated features that I felt the only way to do it justice was to give you the link to the virtual tour, so please feel free to click on the link at the end and enjoy a beautiful home.
Texas Hill Country Delight! Amazing rock home with metal roof has it all. Granite countertops, undermount sinks, tile flooring, jenn-air double ovens, beverage refrigerator, gas cooking, luxury master bath w/free standing cast iron tub, rock fireplace. All this an 6.53 acres of beautifully treed acres. Add the 2 stall horse barn with tack room and paddocks and your Texas Hill Country home is ready for you. Fenced and cross-fenced. Ag exempt has been applied for. 5 minutes to the grocery store but you would never know it from the privacy. This home is located in Ranger Creek, Boerne, TX MLS#767131 $599,000
http://vt.realbiz360.com/Listing-114998.html. Please visit the tour for great pictures and also our website at www.myboehmteam.com for more information and pictures on this amazing property.
32nd Annual Motorcycle Rally at the Kendall County Fair Association grounds in Boerne, Texas. It will be held on Feb. 13-15th, 2009 with lots of fun for the whole family including live music, food, Children's field activities, motorcycle displays and much more!
The rally benefits the equine assisted activities and programs of Triple H Equitherapy Center in Pipe Creek, Texas and of the Equessense Therapeutic Horse Play Center in Marion, Texas. The St. Valentine's Day Foundation donations assists many disabled children and adults achieve their goal of freedom of movement, enhanced physical strength, communication and overall well being through the magic of individually assisted equine activities and a very special program horse. The Alamo City Gypsy Motorcycle Club donations provided through this rally bring health and happiness to the disabled at both of these agencies.
Put the date on your calendar!
Please come out and help the Alamo City Gypsy Motorcycle Club assist the disabled community through their donations to these very worthy organizations.
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