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So you’ve bought your first home! Congrats! Now what?! Here are some things you might want to purchase that can help you save.

First things first, Re-key or change all your door locks. If the previous owners were like most people, neighbors, friends, sitters, etc., might have a set of keys to YOUR new house. Even when purchasing a new construction, builders give out keys to contractors. It’s also smart to change the locks and/or install deadbolts.

TIP: Easiest solutions is remove locks and take them to your local hardware store to re-key. You can buy all new locks but that tends to be expensive. Also, you could call a locksmith to change the locks for you.

What’s next? You’ve just moved from an apartment to a home, what’s one thing you didn’t have at your apartment? A Lawnmower. Unless you plan to hire a gardener or your yard is filled with rocks, you will need to buy a lawnmower.

TIP: Consumer Reports publishes reviews that are extremely helpful when comparing brands and will suggest a “Best Buy” in lawnmowers for you. You can also search on Craigslist or in your local newspaper for used lawnmowers.
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I was showing a client around Old Town Spring last week and we were quite impressed with the shopping variety available.  It’s been awhile since I had stopped in the stores, but wondering around we found some interesting bargains.  The uniqueness of the old town is most impressive.  From gift shops to bird shops and antiques, there’s something for everyone.  Some of my friends with little girls tell me The Doll Hospital is a favorite in their households.  From shopping to eateries to museums, there really is something for everyone.  Old Town Spring is open Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10am-5pm and Sunday 12-5.  Most shops are closed on Mondays. 

oldtownspring.com

HOUSTON (Houston Chronicle) – The Harris County Housing Authority (HCHA) has purchased 91 waterfront acres on West Lake Houston Pkwy. to develop Patriots by the Lake, a master-planned community to serve as a living monument to America’s veterans.

The community will provide housing, employment, medical and ancillary support and recreation in and around its 44 parks and programmed open spaces.

Residences will consist of townhouses, condominiums and custom single-family homes ranging from 2,877 to 8,000 sf.

A marina district will also be developed and include a boardwalk, amphitheater, hotel, shopping and restaurants.

A “Wall of Heroes” memorial to honor fallen servicemen and women of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts will be accompanied by several monumental tributes throughout the community.