REX FOSTER & PETER ROWAN AT THE VFW HALL IN COMFORT – FRIDAY FEB 5, 2010
February 3rd, 2010 categories: Places to Go & Things to Do
2/5/2010 6:00 PM at VFW Hall
626 Front St., Comfort, TX, 78013
Cost: $20.oo
Peter Rowan and Comfort’s own, Rex Foster, will be performing material off the new CD, “That Extra Mile”, produced by Peter Rowan. 6:00 Dinner is included. 7:00 concert starts.
Rex Foster
And for lovers of Rex’s jewelry…a set up will be there from 4:00 on……Valentine’s day is coming.
Peter Rowan’s career has spanned from Sea Train to Old & In the Way to numerous solo and ensemble projects with Don Edwards, David Grisman, Richard Greene and others. He is a soulful singer and a poignant songwriter. He began his professional career playing guitar, singing lead vocals and co-writing as a member of the Bluegrass Boys, led by the founding father of bluegrass, Bill Monroe. He embarked on a well-received solo career in the late ’70s, releasing such diverse and critically acclaimed albums as Dustbowl Children and Bluegrass Boy, as well as much-admired collaborations with ace Dobro player Jerry Douglas, Flaco Jimenez, and his brothers Christopher and Lorin Rowan.
Iconoclastic and innovative, Rowan has a long history of expanding the musical boundaries of his loyal fans. He is also a notable influence on the careers of other musicians via collaborations with new acts on the rise, as well as by presenting talented up-and-coming players in his road bands.
For more information, go to www.rexfoster.com or http://www.myspace.com/peterrowan
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RIVERSIDE RETREAT ON THE GUADALUPE RIVER
January 12th, 2010 categories: B&B's & Vacation Rentals
Enjoy this gorgeous 2 bedroom home with over 200’ feet of shoreline on the crystal clear Guadalupe River just outside of Comfort. Both bedrooms have luxurious queen beds and pull out couches. Sleeps 10. $250/night. Additional Guest fee for more than 4.
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A Comfort-able Place to Stay in the Texas Hill Country – 3 Vacation Rentals
January 12th, 2010 categories: B&B's & Vacation Rentals
Thanks for visiting our B&B/Vacation Rental Booking Service. We realize that choosing a place to stay for the weekend can sometimes be a tricky thing … especially if you are not familiar with the area. No one wants to get to a B&B or vacation rental that they have committed to and be disappointed. We want you to know that we go to the utmost lengths to make our customers happy and believe that all three of our accommodations will exceed your standards of satisfaction.
There are so many factors to consider when choosing a place to stay in the Hill Country. Location, price, ambiance, and comfort are, in our minds, the most important. We currently have 3 wonderful places to choose from in the Comfort – Center Point – Kerrville area, each with their own uniqueness to offer.
- Old School House B&B – Romantic Weekend Get-a-way in a One Room School House just outside Comfort, Texas – Private – Top Notch Amenities – Hill Country Views – Close to Wineries – $115 p/night, $220 p/ weekend (includes 1 complimentary bottle of “Old School Chardonnay”).
- Verde Creek Cabin (with Full Kitchen) – Creekside Cabin under a canopy of Cypress & Pecan Trees in Center Point, Texas – Very Serene – Relax on the Porch & Calm the Stresses of Life – Weekend and Vacation Rental Rates – $198 p/weekend.
- Riverside Retreat on the Guadalupe River – Enjoy this gorgeous 2 bedroom home with over 200’ feet of shoreline on the crystal clear Guadalupe River just outside of Comfort. Both bedrooms have luxurious queen beds and pull out couches. Sleeps 10. $250/night.
To check availability or make a reservation, give us a call at 830-995-2511.
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HILL COUNTRY MINI HORSE RANCH IN COMFORT – $259,900
January 11th, 2010 categories: Featured Properties
HILL COUNTRY MINI HORSE RANCH – Come enjoy this Hill Country style home set on 7 acres just off I-10 in Comfort. This home is a 3-2 with 1512 sf plus porches front & back, great for taking in the views to the North. The 1/2 barn is 36×36 making it ideal for horses. Fenced and cross fenced. Currently ag exempt. The inside of the home has exposed beams, a wonderful fireplace, an island in the kitchen wrapped in tin, rustic finishes throughout, and separate laundry room.
Barn currently set up with 12×12 corner tack/feed/storage room plus five 12×12 stalls using portable panels. Portable panels for stalls and round pin may be purchased separately from house. Electrical conduit has been pulled to barn for future electrical service. Water supplied to barn. Owner had intentions of adding a larger master suite on back – ask for info.
A real find and priced right!!! Call Julie 830-995-2511 to schedule your showing.
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KERRVILLE REAL ESTATE SALES DOWN FOR 2009
January 6th, 2010 categories: Assessing the Local Market
Not surprisingly, real estates sales were down in the Kerrville area during 2009. There were 442 sales in 2009 totalling $80.013 Million as compared with 512 totalling $99.687 Million in 2008. Average days on market increased from 174 days in 2008 to 188 in 2009 and Average List/Sold Price declined from 94.33% in 2008 to 92.33% in 2009. Overall, the market was down 20% for the year … No surprise given the economic slowdown last year.
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COMFORT, TEXAS – 2009 REAL ESTATE FIGURES SOUND GOOD???
January 5th, 2010 categories: Assessing the Local Market
Believe it or not … Real estates sales in Comfort, Texas were actually up for the year! Two categories – Residential and Farm/Ranch were up. Two categories – Acreage/Lots and Commercial were down.
In a small market, a few sales can make a real difference. In the residential market, the average price per item sold increased 42% from $247,833 to $352,887. What that means is that not only were there 2 more sales in 2009 (20 vs. 18) but the properties that sold were considerably more expensive. That is not due to price increases but instead, the properties that sold were higher end. That continues the trend in this area during the economic downturn. It is the higher priced properties that have continued to sell. 7 of the 20 residential properties that sold were $500,000 and up. In the Farm/Ranch category, one ranch sale (at $1,530,329) accounted for the lion’s share of the increase.
What does this mean about the market? An improving market is at work. Our observations are:
- Sellers have realized that they need to be more realistic in their pricing.
- People’s perception about the economy is improving.
- Expectations of inflation makes real estate a “safe” investment.
We do our best to provide you with the best information available so that you can make an informed decision whether you are a buyer or seller.
We strive to help our sellers price their properties competitively so that they get SOLD. In the current market, that is especially important so we can really HELP you!
If you are a buyer, we are currently aware of several “real buys.” Call for more information.
Each person’s scenario is unique. We’d love to help you with yours.
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TEAR DOWN & BUILD IN BOERNE – GREAT LOT AT CORNER OF THEISSEN & LOTT – $79,900
December 7th, 2009 categories: Featured Properties
Looking to build in Boerne? Come check out this outstanding deal! Next door lot is listed at $120K. Same size, this one has better trees. Tear down and build. City water and sewer in place. ****PENDING*****
This one is cash only. Please call Julie Quest-Brooks for more information. 830-995-2511
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2009 CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT SCHEDULE – NOVEMBER 28TH – 10AM TO 9PM
November 24th, 2009 categories: Comfort Community News, Views & Faces, Local Events
HERE’S THE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR THIS YEAR’S CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT:
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT ACTIVITIES, SHOPPING ALONG MAIN & HIGH STREETS
10:00 A.M. – 5:45 PM. MUSICAL LINE UP ON MAIN STAGE AT SEVENTH & HIGH
- 10:00 AM – The Slack, from Thousand Hills Cowboy Church
- 11:00-12:00 – Dyer Family Band
- 12:00-12:45 – The Riverpickers (San Antonio Dulcimer Society)
- 1:00-2:00 – Sally Cowan & Friends
- 2:00-2:45 – Josh Peek
- 3:00-3:30 – Comfort Elementary School Choir
- 3:45-4:45 – Fiddle Chicks
- 5:00-5:45 – Comfort Community Choir
6:00 PM INTRODUCTION TO MISS COMFORT COURT
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT PARADE
SHOPPING CONTINUES UNTIL 9 PM.
Other Christmas in Comfort Activities
VISIT WITH SANTA
PETTING ZOO
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Home Buyer Tax Credit Extended – NAR Article
November 18th, 2009 categories: Real Estate Resourcing
Here’s an article from the National Association of Realtors:
The Basics: Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit 2009/2010
Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach
As part of its plan to stimulate the U.S. housing market and address the economic challenges facing our nation, Congress has passed new legislation that:
- Extends the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers until April 30, 2010.
- Expands the credit to grant up to $6,500 credit to current home owners purchasing a new or existing home between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010.
Here is more information about how the Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit can help prospective home buyers become part of the American dream. If you have specific questions or need additional information, please contact a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service at 800-829-1040.
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Who Qualifies for the Extended Credit?
- First-time home buyers who purchase homes between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010.
- Current home owners purchasing a home between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010, who have used the home being sold or vacated as a principal residence for five consecutive years within the last eight.
To qualify as a “first-time home buyer” the purchaser or his/her spouse may not have owned a residence during the three years prior to the purchase.
If you or your client purchased a home between January 1, 2009 and November 6, 2009, please see: 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit.
Which Properties Are Eligible?
The Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit may be applied to primary residences, including: single-family homes, condos, townhomes, and co-ops.
How Much Is Available?
The maximum allowable credit for first-time home buyers is $8,000.
The maximum allowable credit for current homeowners is $6,500.
How is a Buyer’s Credit Amount Determined?
Each home buyer’s tax credit is determined by tow additional factors:
- The price of the home.
- The buyer’s income.
Price
Under the Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit, credit may only be awarded on homes purchased for $800,000 or less.
Buyer Income
Under the Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit, which is effective on November 7, 2009, single buyers with incomes up to $125,000 and married couples with incomes up to $225,000—may receive the maximum tax credit.
These income limits have changed from the 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit limits. If you or your client purchased a home between January 1, 2009 and November 6, 2009, please see 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit.
If the Buyer(s)’ Income Exceeds These Limits, Can He/She Still Get a Credit?
Yes, some buyers may still be eligible for the credit.
The credit decreases for buyers who earn between $125,000 and $145,000 for single buyers and between $225,000 and $245,000 for home buyers filing jointly. The amount of the tax credit decreases as his/her income approaches the maximum limit. Home buyers earning more than the maximum qualifying income—over $145,000 for singles and over $245,000 for couples are not eligible for the credit.
Can a Buyer Still Qualify If He/She Closes After April 30, 2010?
Under the Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit, as long as a written binding contract to purchase is in effect on April 30, 2010, the purchaser will have until July 1, 2010 to close.
Will the Tax Credit Need to Be Repaid?
No. The buyer does not need to repay the tax credit, if he/she occupies the home for three years or more. However, if the property is sold during this three-year period, the full amount credit will be recouped on the sale.
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SET ASIDE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH TO BE AT CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT
November 16th, 2009 categories: Local Events
Thanksgiving is just around the corner … so be sure and set aside the Saturday after Thanksgiving to be at CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT.
About 15,000 people are expected to visit Comfort, Texas for its 23rd annual CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT event which is being held on Saturday, November 28th from 10 a.m – 9 p.m.
High Street and 7th Street are lined with over 150 booths with arts and crafts, gift items, food and fun. Live music is played all day long. Also, for the kids, Santa will be present for pictures and there will be a petting zoo. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, Comfort’s spectacular evening parade.
Stay tuned for more details … but be sure and set aside the date. The whole day is a blast and the parade is something you DEFINITELY won’t want to miss!
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