This morning a brand spanking new agent is taking her real estate license exam. She is both excited and stressed. I know everyday people all across the country are taking a license exam of one kind or another but what makes this one special is what this license will mean for her.  For years she's been in and out of bad relationships. Relationships she felt trapped in because she couldn't afford a way out. She is now taking the first step in controlling her own future and independence.  She knows just having a real estate license does not quarantee anything, she knows she will have to work hard in order to make any money but at least she is taking the first step.  She is beautiful, fun and very friendly and she deserves a chance at independence. I'm really excited for her and I know tha... 12/01/2011

So Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) have completed installing all the new meters in our service area. These meters, known as Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI), are the latest in electricity usage reading thingy's. What does all that mean? Well essentially it means that you are now completely connected to BTU in a kind of loop. BTU ---> Tower ---> YOU ---> Tower ---> BTU and so on. A big circle of communication. We are told that this will give us a more convenient way for us to monitor our electricity usage online and in real time, which is cool! It will also give BTU the heads up about electricity outages, cool, cool! There will also no longer be a need for meter reading folks to strut through our yards once a month to read the meter, another cool, cool!   But what about the downside? ... 11/25/2011

The official rules of thanksgiving. Withholding alcohol from your guests is an official form of torture not sanctioned by the U.S. government. In-laws must be offered the opportunity to sit at the table (with their chairs facing inwards) and they must be provided with knives as well as forks (although plastic is optional). There is only one prayer at the dinner table and each praying guest is limited to one minute of thanks. Mentions of thanks regarding teenage pregnancy, evading the law or your drug dealer not getting caught will silenced with a slap. All guests are limited to one plate per person at a time. You must finish everything on your plate before going for seconds. Otherwise you will be renamed as Uncle Greedy! Unbuttoning of pants due to overeating is absolutely not permitte... 11/23/2011

Enjoy Peaceful Country Living Just Moments from Bryan!! Overview Maps Photos Features Description $99,999 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 2,048 sqftLot: 1.00 acre(s) Location 5563 Mesquite Meadow LnBryan, TX 77845USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: BCS Dream Team BCS Dream Team of Cortiers Real Estate(979) 690-8480Carla@BCSDreamTeam.comhttp://www.bcsdreamteam.com Listed by: BCS Dream Team of Cortiers Real Estate Our recent listings Exquisite Tuscan Style Golf Course Home in the TraditionsHuge Corner Lot! Spacious Home with Large Rooms!Take a Short Drive & Come Home to Your Country HavenLocation! Location! Location!HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! Slide into Summer with Your Own Swimming Pool with S... 11/18/2011

The following is a story one of my agents wrote about. Carolyn Pinson is a really great high producing agent, who has a high referral rate. She is quick witted and always tries to see the funny side in any occasion.  She just recently started blogging and I laugh every time I read her posts. To meet Carolyn is to meet a warm welcoming friend. No wonder she gets so many repeat clients and referrals. She recently set up a new word press  blog so right now there are only a couple of posts on it but given time she will be the writer to watch. Her humor is contagious and she really likes to take see the fun in a difficult occasion.  Subscribe to her blog......I promise it will be worth it. Carolyn Pinson Blog The following is one of her posts. It's unedited and taken directly from her site. ... 11/15/2011

It's never too early for Christmas in Aggieland.  I realize that Thanksgiving won't be celebrated until next Thursday (November 24th), but the annual Lights On! in Bryan TX takes place this Friday, November 18th at Sale Park at 6:30pm.  Trust me, folks...you don't want to miss this. Lights On! is Bryan's annual tree lighting and community get-together to really start off the holiday season in style.  Beginning at 6:30pm, the Bryan High School Chorale and Brazos Valley Troupe will perform for the gathering crowds.  Mayor Jason Bienski will officially welcome everyone at 7pm and the winner of the merchants' holiday window decorating contest will be announced.  The tree will officially light up at 7:15pm.  If you stick around, you can even enjoy special viewings of the family-friendly "Shr... 11/15/2011

Recently my wife and I attended the ceremony for the "Crowning of the Queen "  movie  theater in historic downtown Bryan.   If you saw the old theater 2 years ago, she was in shambles. I grew up in the 50's and 60's going to movies at the old Queen and her counterpart across the street 'The Palace."  I recall seeing the very first James Bond movie at the Queen. It is refreshing to see her being brought back to life again. It was exciting when they turned on the lighted crown!   10/16/2011

Halloween is just a couple of weeks away.  I remember dressing up as a kid and going door to door, begging for candy and threatening a "trick" if I didn't get one.  Of course, that was an empty threat because the "trick" would never happen, even at houses where no one came to the door.  Halloween isn't just for kids anymore, though.  The entire family can join in on Halloween fun in Bryan-College Station.  Since Halloween falls on a Monday this year, there are several events happening the Friday (October 28th), Saturday (October 29th) and Sunday (October 30th) beforehand.  They include: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2011Wacky, Wicked Weekend - Downtown Bryan, 5pm to 12am.  There will be both pumpkin and face-painting (5pm to 7pm), costume contests for all ages (5pm to 7pm), a scavenger hunt (5pm ... 10/11/2011

While the official day may not be until next Tuesday, October 4th, 2011, help kick off National Night Out in Bryan, TX this Saturday, October 1st, 2011 in the Bryan TX Target parking lot (3125 Wildflower Dr).  Law enforcement officers from the local Bryan and College Station Police Departments as well as those from Texas A&M University and the Brazos County Sheriff's Office join forces with other local organizations and firefighters to educate local Bryan and College Station citizens about public safety.  It's also an opportunity for you to sign up for your neighborhood's block party to celebrate National Night Out. Beginning at 10am on Saturday, October 1st, local Bryan and College Station families are invited to come view service vehicles from the police, fire and Bryan Texas Utilitie... 09/27/2011

Miramont, Bryan Texas is an exclusive development of luxury homes, large lots, a country club and 18 hole golf course. Homes in this amazing development are one of a kind with brilliant views of the gold course and surrounding landscaping. Minutes from Bryan - College Station, businesses, stores, schools, hospitals and retail centers, this centrally located development is sure to be on your must see tour of homes for sale.  09/26/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Brook Hollow, Bryan, Texas Sold Homes: In August 2011, the following home sold in the Brook Hollow subdivision in Bryan, Texas. 700 Chevy Chase ~ #68512 SOLD! 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,945sf~ Listed at: $76.86/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Century 21 Beal, Inc Active Homes for Sale:There are currently 8 homes listed as active for sale in the Brook Hollow subdivision in Bryan, Texas. They range in price from $150,000 for a 1,400sf, 2 bedroom house to $415,000 for a 4,122sf, 4 bedroom home. 1202 Brook Hollow ~ #69512 905 Avondale ~ #70149 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,920sf ~ $78.13/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Executive Real Estate Services   3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,400sf ~ $119.64/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: BCR   705 Avondale ~ #70305 1206 Brook Hollow ... 09/10/2011

Tuesday night in Bryan College Station means $2.00 pints at Carney's Pub. Located in Bryan, Texas on South College Ave, just south of Villa Maria Rd, Carney's offers a relaxed, smoke free environment for it's patrons to enjoy a cold brew. With 43 unique brews on tap, including Abita root beer, every beer drinker (and designated driver) is sure to find something to suit their tastes. They also serve a menu of burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more. On Tuesdays, Carney's offers almost all of their draft beers for $2 per pint. There are a few exceptions, like Guiness. If you have ever wanted to try some of the great Texas Brews out there, like Rahr & Sons or Southern Star, Tuesday nights at Carney's is the place to do it. Another great reason to come out to Carney's on Tuesday nights is to ... 09/06/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Briarcrest Estates, Bryan, Texas Sold Homes: In August 2011, the following home sold in the Briarcrest Estates subdivision in Bryan, Texas. 2603 Arbor Dr ~ #69693 SOLD! 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 2,090sf ~ Listed at: $82.06/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: RE/MAX Select Active Homes for Sale: There are currently 11 homes listed as active for sale in the Briarcrest Estates subdivision in Bryan, Texas. They range in price from $129,000 for a 1,290sf, 2 bedroom house to $289,900 for a 3,905sf, 4 bedroom home. 2406 Quail Hollow ~ #70837 2917 Broadmoor Dr ~ #67216 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,891sf ~ $68.64/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: BCR   4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms 2,085sf ~ $69.54/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker United, Realtors   2604 Arbor Dr ~ #69214... 09/05/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Briar Meadows, Texas Homes Sold: In August 2011, one home sold in the Briar Meadows subdivision in Bryan, Texas. 2101 Nicole Ct ~ #69788 SOLD!! 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms 2,198sf ~ $117.83/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: RE/MAX Bryan-College Station Active Homes for Sale: There are currently 3 homes listed as active for sale in the Bryan, Texas age restricted subdivision of Briar Meadows. They range in price from $179,900 for a 1,569sf, 2 bedroom house to $224,900 for a 2,002sf, 3 bedroom home. 2611 Leila ~ #69063 1914 Debbie ~ #63041 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,569sf ~ $114.66/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker United, Realtors   3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 2,002sf ~ $112.34/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Lone Star Realty   1912 Debbie ~ #63039 3 Bedrooms... 09/05/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Autumn Lakes, Bryan, Texas Active Homes for Sale:Although no homes sold in Autumn Lakes in August 2011, there are currently 10 homes listed as active for sale in the Bryan, Texas subdivision. They range in price from $138,900 for an 1,185sf, 3 bedroom house to $169,800 for a 1,649sf, 3 bedroom home. 2021 Turning Leaf Dr ~ #70083 2018 Mountain Wind ~ #67408 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,185sf ~ $121.94/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Stylecraft Builders, Inc.   3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,284sf ~ $116.74/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Capstone BCS, Realtors   2007 Mountain Wind ~ #70119 2030 Turning Leaf Dr ~ #69820 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,191sf ~ $116.62/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Century 21 Beal, Inc   3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,311sf ~ $114.34/sf Listing & P... 09/05/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Austin's Estates, Bryan, Texas Active Homes for Sale: Although no homes sold in Austin's Estates in August 2011, there are currently 3 homes listed as active for sale in the Bryan, Texas subdivision. They range in price from $244,900 for a 2,288sf, 4 bedroom house to $439,000 for a 3,542sf, 4 bedroom home. 4008 Austin's Landing ~ #68345 4045 Austin's Estates Dr ~ #68865 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms 3,542sf ~ $101.64/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Ashford Square Realty, LLC   4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms 2,288sf ~ $107.04/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of:RE/MAX Select   4044 Austin's Estates Dr ~ #70783 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms 3,205sf ~ $136.97/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: RE/MAX Bryan-College Station All information provided above is referenced from the Bryan Col... 09/04/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Austin's Colony, Bryan, Texas Sold Homes: In August 2011, the following 2 homes sold in the Austin's Colony subdivision in Bryan, Texas. These homes ranged in list price from $204,900 for a 1,786 square foot (sf), 3 bedroom home to $216,900 for a 1,916sf, 4 bedroom home. These homes spent an average of 141 days on the market, and sold at an average of 98% of the listing price. 2302 Bastrop Cr ~ #68926 SOLD! 2909 Agee Ct ~ #67173 SOLD! 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,786sf ~ Listed at $114.73/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Ashford Square Realty, LLC 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,916sf ~ Listed at $113.20/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Ashford Square Realty, LLC Active Homes for Sale: There are currently 14 homes listed as active for sale in the Austin's Colony subdivisi... 09/04/2011

August 2011 Home Sales in Allen Ridge, Bryan, Texas Active Homes for Sale: Although no homes sold in Allen Forest in August 2011, there are currently 8 homes listed as active for sale in the Bryan subdivision. They range in price from $89,900 for a 1,006sf, 2 bedroom house to $129,900 for a 1,781sf, 4 bedroom home. 2521 Allen Ridge Dr ~ #67708 2913 Sweet Gum ~ #68708 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms 1,006sf - $89.36/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Keller Williams Realty B/V   4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,219sf - $81.95/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: RE/MAX Select   911 Water Locust Dr ~ #68546 2919 Fairchild ~ #70930 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,216sf - $96.96/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Infinity Real Estate & Mgmt   4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,438sf - $83.45/sf Listing & Photo Courtesy of: Keller ... 09/04/2011

Lake Bryan is a premier destination for hot summer days in Bryan - College Station, Texas. Complete with nearly 1,000 acres of water and almost the same amount of land, you can be sure that Lake Bryan is the hot spot for steamy Texas summer days. Not too long ago, my daughters and I, along with some friends rented an RV for the weekend and parked it at the lake under several 100+ year old oak trees that not only provided a lot of shade but also a place for campfires and BBQ's. Even though we were only 30 minutes from home, we felt like we had been dropped in another world. There is so much to do and see at Lake Bryan that we never felt the need to leave. Boating, swimming, jet skiing, relaxing by the waters edge, mountain biking, barbequing, hanging out with friends, we had it all. Lake... 09/03/2011

It's become a tradition in Bryan / College Station to spend the first Friday evening of each month perusing the shops and galleries of Downtown Bryan, Texas. We enjoy spending First Fridays in Downtown Bryan because many of the shops, galleries, and restaurants stay open later than their normal store hours, offer specials that they don't normally offer, and many places feature live music! You have to get there early to find a good parking spot, but it's worth it! There is so much to do!! What does First Friday hold in store for September? Stop by some of the many locally owned shops, galleries, theaters, bars, and restaurants to find out! The Frame Gallery 216 N. Bryan Ave, Bryan, Texas 77803 Features: Original art by local artists, live jazz music, cash wine bar, free art activity Musi... 09/01/2011