I hope that everyone enjoyed their Labor Day.  Did you know that the founder of Labor Day has been a contested issue for some time between Peter J. McGuire and Matthew Maguire?  Research seems to support that Matthew Maguire serving as Secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York on September 5, 1982 adopted a Labor Day proposal and appointed a committee to plan a demonstration and picnic. I would also like to thank you for your support as my business continues to grow.  I am never too busy to assist you, your family, and business associates with their real estate needs.  Your business and referrals are greatly appreciated.  Though the market is slightly down and it has some of my fellow Realtor associates throwing in the towel, I have experienced growth in my business by over 20%. ... 09/01/2008

  Do you ever wish you could have it "all"? If so, you need to be considering making Kingwood, Texas your home! The beautiful community of Kingwood does have it all. We are located in the " Livable Forest" complete with trails and wildlife. Kingwood is just a hop, skip and a jump from scenic Lake Houston. Kingwood has great schools for all of our great kids. Kingwood is a master-panned community made up of several villages which are home to the best neighbors in Texas. Kingwood, Texas is experiencing a great economy. There is no recession here! Kingwood is a suburb of Houston, which has just been named as ranking #1 on the Best U.S. Cities For Earning A Living  list by Forbes.com. According to Forbes, the City of Houston won the honor of ranking number one because of its dynamic busine... 08/27/2008

The Lake Houston Family YMCA is located at 2420 W. Lake Houston Pkwy. in Kingwood TX works to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. Learn about what makes the Lake Houston Family YMCA unique and how you can join the Lake Houston Family YMCA today. Carol Sutton, the Marketing and Special Events Director for the Lake Houston Family YMCA, shares with you the mission of the YMCA and the variety of programs from youth to seniors. For more information contact the Lake Houston Family YMCA at 281-360-2500. Information provided by Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Northeast. Jeremy Williams also serves on the Lake Houston Family YMCA board on the Executive Committee and as Chair of the Membership Committee. To here Jeremy's YMCA story, call 281-812-8229. Learn more ... 08/27/2008

Mark Heinrich of Keller Williams Realty Northeast Discusses Operating a Successful Real Estate Business in a Shifting Market Videos provided by Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Northeast located in Kingwood TX. Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Northeast assists home buyers and sellers in the northeast Houston area including Kingwood, Humble and Atascocita (Summerwood, Fall Creek, Lakeshore, Walden on Lake Houston, Summer Lake Ranch, and Eagle Springs). For all your real estate needs visit Jeremy’s website www.kingwoodtxhomes.com or read Jeremy’s blog NE Houston Real Estate | Williams4YourHome. Jeremy Williams looks forward to meeting your real estate needs. 08/23/2008

Humble Independent School District 2008 - 2009 Calander Days of Instruction Students1st Semester 802nd Semester 97Total Days 177 Teachers1st Semester 872nd Semester 100Total Days 187 Semesters 1st - August 25th - December 19th2nd - January 6th - June 3rd State Mandated Testing Tentative Dates October 21st - October 24th 2008March 3rd - March 6th 2009April 7th 2009April 28th - May 1st 2009May 19th 2008June 30th - July 1st 2009 Holidays Independence Day - July 4th 2008Labor Day - September 1st 2008Thanksgiving - November 26th - November 28th 2008Winter Break - December 22nd - January 2nd 2008-2009MLK Day - January 19th 2009Spring Break - March 16th - March 20th 2009Good Friday - April 10th 2009Memorial Day - May 25th 2009Independence Day - July 4th 2009 Professional Growth / Workdays for ... 08/20/2008

Kingwood TX Homes | Kingwood TX Real Estate | Kingwood TX Realtor | Search Kingwood TX Homes Search this website for Kingwood TX Homes www.kingwoodtxhomes.com.  Here you will find the latest Kingwood TX Homes listed with the Houston Association of Realtors.  Search for Kingwood TX Homes and see the services provided by Kingwood TX Realtor, Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Northeast located at the corner of W. Lake Houston Pkwy. and Upper Lake in Kingwood TX.  Kingwood TX Real Estate offerings vary from the low 100's to the millions.  For more information on Kingwood TX Real Estate and your Kingwood TX Realtor contact Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Northeast at 281-812-8229 or visit his website www.kingwoodtxhomes.com or read Jeremy's blog NE Houston Real Estate | Wil... 08/19/2008

Testimonial for Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE from Team Leader Chris Sears Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE provides professional real estate consulting to the residents of northeast Houston including Kingwood, Humble, and Atascocita (Eagle Springs, Summerwood, Fall Creek, Walden on Lake Houston, Lakeshore, and Waters Edge). Below is a testimonial provided by Chris Sears the Team Leader of Keller Williams Realty NE. Also read other testimonials from Jeremy’s past clients. Learn more about the services provided by Jeremy Williams by visiting www.williams4yourhome.com and read Jeremy’s blog NE Houston Real Estate | Williams4YourHome. We were very impressed with Jeremy’s organization and attention to detail. Jeremy was excellent with providing us a current status... 08/18/2008

Newspaper Advertising and Print Advertising - A Myth Dispelled As a Realtor in the northeast Houston area serving the communities of Kingwood, Atascocita (Summerwood, Fall Creek, Lakeshore, Eagle Springs, Walden on Lake Houston, and Humble I have shaped my marketing program to give my clients the optimal exposure in a competitive real estate market.  Though newspaper and print ad serve a valid purpose in the real estate profession those real estate agents that focus primairly on print ad do a diservice to their clients and customers.  According to NAR (National Association of Realtors) the two largest sources of homebuyer leads come by way of real estate agents at 33% and the internet at 29% (homebuyer leads from print ad 3%).  From my experience the two sources are becoming blended as ... 08/14/2008

Although most people in Texas are aware of our "Tax-Free Holiday" weekend, I thought I would do my part to spread the word. If you are reading this blog and do not live in Texas, then here is another good reason to become a Texan. I am so blessed to live in such a wonderful community as Kingwood and that blessing is doubled because Kingwood lies in the great state of Texas.  Texas cities have been on almost every "Best List" released this year. Texas currently has the strongest economy in the nation. So, the nation finally knows what Texans have always known: we live in the greatest state in the union. Here is one of the "little" things that make living in this state great. Saving taxes! In a time when most cities, counties and states are experiencing budget woes, our state offers a he... 08/13/2008

The Rob Landes Trio will be performing at First Presbyterian Church of Kingwood TX on August 24, 2008 at 5:00 pm with a high tea starting at 4:00 pm.  First Presbyterian Church of Kingwood TX is located at 5520 Kingwood Drive Kingwood TX 77345.  For more information contact Richard McKinney the Minister of Music for First Presbyterian Church of Kingwood TX at 281-360-5555. First Presbyterian Church of Kingwood TX This information is provided by Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Northeast. 08/12/2008

Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 - Overview of the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit In an attempt to correct the market, utilizing FHA as a financing tool, one of the benefits now received for first-time, owner occupied residences is up to a $7500 tax credit.  The other features of H.R. 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 include: Amount of Credit: 10% of cost of home, not to exceed $7,500. Eligible Property: Any single-family residence (including condos, co-ops) that will be used as a principal residence. Refundable: Yes. Reduces income tax liability for the year of the purchase.  Claimed on tax return for that tax year. Income Limit: Yes. Full amount of credit available for individuals with adjusted gross income of no more than $75,000 ($150,000 on a joint return). ... 08/12/2008

Each year in August, the Texas Education Agency releases its accountability ratings for all Texas schools. I am proud to say that the Humble Independent School District saw several of its schools achieve higher academic ratings this year. In 2007, the Humble Independent School District had five recognized campuses; in 2008, the number of campuses with a recognized rating more than doubled. There are now 12 schools in the Humble Independent School District rated as Recognized by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). A total of nine elementary schools in the district moved up in the ratings from Acceptable to Recognized, as did Kingwood High School. Woodland Elementary achieved a rating of Exemplary this year,  up from its rating of Recognized in 2007. Seven of the district's elementary schoo... 08/06/2008

An Evening with the Wiggles - A Humorus Look at a Successful Business Model | Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE This evening I took my wife and daughter to the Wiggles concert in Houston.  It was a Wiggly good time.  My 2 year old daughter was fascinated by the two minute jingles, the filler time between songs (providing the Wiggles a quick breather), and the thousands of children jumping around in their seats (which by the way they require all children to purchase a seat which they never use).  While you may think these guys seem a little off the rocker, they are laughing all the way to the bank.  I have heard, but not verified that the Wiggles are one of the top paid groups in the entertainment business.  With cheap seats starting at $50 (remember you also have to purchase ... 08/03/2008

  Do you have enough listings?  Do you close every listing appointment?  Are your listing presentation skills strong enough to not only get the listing, but to get you a marketable & saleable listing?   I need more marketable & saleable listings.  So I am attending this workshop hosted by Exit Realty Group in the Woodlands.  I can learn something from Kevin Ahern, Exit's Corporate Vice President of Agent Growth & Development.  Can you?  I have 5 available seats - want a ride?  Please read the info below about the workshop and the bio on Kevin Ahern, and attend this workshop with me!   You've got the listing appointment, now what?   Learn: * The essential elements of a qualified presentation * The four (4) phases of a qualified presentation * How to sequence your presentation *How to con... 08/02/2008

Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE Moving to Kingwood TX | Servicing the Real Estate Needs of Northeast Houston including Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, Eagle Springs, Fall Creek, and Summerwood Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE will be relocating his family to Greentree Village in Kingwood TX over the next week after closing on the sale of his home in Summerwood this week.  Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE provides real estate services to the residents of northeast Houston including Kingwood, Humble, and Atascocita (Fall Creek, Summerwood, Lakeshore, Eagle Springs, Walden on Lake Houston).   Jeremy Williams specializes in residential real estate, and a large portion of his clients move locally either purchasing a larger home, sizing down, or pursuing new... 08/01/2008

Woodland Hills Experience Home!  Great schools, green belts, and a sense of community. This subdivision in the front of Kingwood is a pleasant community and is convenient to Highway 59. The North and South Woodland Hills home owner's associations are governed by a hard working group of people and work diligently  to ensure that the Kingwood community is kept to a high set of standards.  The pool and common area is well maintained, clean  and very welcoming.     Please visit the the North Woodland Hills and South Woodland Hills associations websites to obtain information on deed restrictions and the bylaws. I reside in the community and would be glad to assist you with finding your family the perfect home.  Pamela Love www.lovehoustonhomes.com 07/31/2008

I would like to salute Air Force Capt. Brian Erickson, a Kingwood High School Graduate (1997) who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor on July 11, 2008. Captain Erickson is credited with saving the lives of six German (part of the Army coalition ground forces) soldiers who were pinned down in a dark valley in Afghanistan on October 16, 2006. A B-1B Lancer bomber was sent to support the embattled German team but was forced to give up due to weather conditions and the steep mountain terrain which restricted the bomber's effectiveness.  The daring two hour mission is a true "Top Gun" story of a pilot and his wingman. Erickson's wingman flew above the weather to guide Erickson, who essentially was flying blind. Captain Erickson was forced to turn off his infrared screen bec... 07/30/2008

Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty Offers Clients in Northeast Houston (Kingwood, Humble, and Atascocita) the Greatest Web Exposure | Now Partnered with RealBiz360 Virtual Tour Web Marketing Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE has recently partnered up with RealBiz360 Virtual Tour Web Marketing to offer his clients selling a home a distinct advantage over competing real estate listings in the northeast Houston area including Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, Fall Creek, Summerwood, and Eagle Springs.  Formally Jeremy Williams utilized the VisualTour product, but found that the RealBiz360 Virtual Tour Web Marketing offered additional benefits that would help give his clients' homes the marketing desired in today's market place.  Jeremy recently blogged about the market not be... 07/30/2008

View Larger Map Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty NE represents home buyers and home sellers in the northeast Houston area including the areas of Kingwood, Humble, and Atascocita (Fall Creek, Summerwood, Lakeshore, and Eagle Springs). For all your real estate needs visit www.williams4yourhome.com. The blue place markers indicate elementary schools (Bear Branch, Deerwood, Elm Grove, Foster, Greentree, Hidden Hollow, Humble, Jack Fields, Lakeland, Maplebrook, Northbelt, Oak Forest, Oaks, Park Lakes, Pine Forest, River Pines, Shadow Forest, Summerwood, Timbers, Whispering Pines, Willow Creek, Woodland Hills).  The red place markers indicate middle schools (Atascocita, Creekwood, Humble, Kingwood, Riverwood, Ross Sterling, Timberwood, proposed site in Summerwood).  The green place m... 07/29/2008

Is there radiation in granite?  Many people are asking themselves that very question.  An article in the Houston Chronicle, dated July 26th, 2008, in the City and State section discusses this very topic.  There is a lot of conflicting information on the Internet.  Basically, studies from this article show that Brazilian granite tends to have the highest levels of radiation.  They have not come out with the different types that may pose a threat to consumers.  For those that are concerned, they sell radon gas kits at hardware stores.  We will have to keep our eyes open for the latest research.  Pamela Love, www.lovehoustonhomes.com   07/28/2008