Raylene Lewis
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Expressions Dance and Music College Station, Texas — Teaching Kids, Dance, Music and More
November 11th, 2010 Categories: 1, Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Real Estate News
Being involved in dance and music is a great way for children to learn skills such as coordination, music reading, and rhythm. It’s also a great way for children to advance in their social skills and provide a fun environment to keep them active!
Expressions Dance and Music, located on Wellborn Road near Rock Prairie in College Station, Texas, is the perfect place to get your kiddos moving to the beat! Expressions Dance and Music offers tons of options – from drum to voice to violin and everything in between. They also have classes for almost every kind of dance you can imagine including the more traditional ballet and tap to hip hop, drill team, pom, and contemporary.
Expressions Dance and Music has a class for just about every age starting at 3 years. They also have competition teams that are divided by age and are known for having great showmanship and being quite entertaining!
Two of my own children attend Expressions Dance and Music, and off all the activities we do, they both agree their time at Expressions is their favorite!
Raylene Lewis — Century 21′s #1 Realtor and College Station Expert
979-218-2235
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Chef Tai’s Mobile Bistro College Station Texas — College Station’s Only Gourmet Food Truck
November 10th, 2010 Categories: College Station Restaurants, Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff
Chef Tai’s Mobile Bistro is one of College Station, Texas’ newest rave’s in town! Chef Tai’s offers a variety of unique lunch specials that were inspired from cuisines around with world which include Kobe burgers, BBQ pulled pork tacos, Brussels Tofu Florentine and many others.
You can find Chef Tai at many different locations around the Bryan and College Station, Texas area weekly! Be sure to look them up on Facebook or Twitter to see if they will be near your workplace this week!
This is for sure a lunch you will want to have again and again! My personal favorite is a tie between the Kobe Burger and whatever their special dessert of the day is! Don’t miss it!
Raylene Lewis — Century 21′s #1 Realtor and College Station Expert!
979-218-2235
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Fuegos Tortilla Grill in College Station Texas — Great Tacos 24 Hours a Day
November 9th, 2010 Categories: 1
What happens when you are hungry for some late-night Tex-Mex? What if it’s the middle of the day, and yet, a breakfast taco sounds sooo good? Fuego Tortilla Grill in College Station, Texas open 24 hours is the answer!
Fuegos of the newest and hottest places to go to get tacos of any flavor!! You can choose from bean & cheese, steak and cheese, bacon, potato, etc. you name it and they have it! It is conveniently located at Poplar and Texas Ave. by the U-Haul in College Station, TX. Fuegos also has a great lunch menu. Everything at Fuego’s in College Station, Texas is served fresh and made from scratch everyday! They don’t cook it until you order it!
This new restaurant is sure to be come a well known Favorite! Come and custom make your own taco today at the Fuego’s Tortilla Grill in College Station, Texas!
Raylene Lewis — Century 21′s #1 Realtor and College Station Expert
979-218-2235
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Honey Baked Ham Restaurant in College Station — When You are Hungry for a good Sandwich
November 8th, 2010 Categories: College Station Restaurants, Community Events
Hungry for a sandwich in South College Station? In 1957 in Detroit, Michigan, Harry J. Hoenselaar opened up the first Honey Baked Ham and since opening, there have been over 400 stores opened across the United States. The best thing of all at Honey Baked Ham is, of course, THE HAM!!! The ham is of the finest quality that is smoked for hours over hardwood chips and other unique items. The bone is left in the ham to help with the flavoring of it .
When you are at Honey Baked Ham in College Station, Texas there is a range of different items on the menu that you can choose from, from lunch specials that include a sandwich, chips, soup and a drink to ordering some of their YUMMY pies!!
The restaurant also features items that are already cooked that you can purchase out of their convenient freezer located near the check out and take home and pop in the oven. If this doesn’t have your mouth watering, step into the Honey Baked Ham in College Station, Texas today and smell the aroma and try not to be tempted to order something off of the menu!
Want to see a Restaurant Featured? Let me know where you like to eat!
Raylene Lewis — Century 21′s #1 Realtor and College Station Expert!
979-218-2235
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Pebble Creek Subdivision in College Station Texas — About the Neighborhood
November 5th, 2010 Categories: Buying Real Estate, Pebble Creek, Real Estate News
Have you decided to move to College Station, Texas but are unsure of what neighborhood you want? Do you want to live in a subdivision that is nice, highly sought after, and has great parks and schools in close proximity? If so, Pebble Creek might be the perfect fit for you. Located in South College Station, Pebble Creek is a 1,348 acre master planned community with Country Club.
The Development of Pebble Creek features many desirable attributes that make it a top notch subdivision many home buyers are looking for. Prices for the homes in Pebble Creek start around $250,000.00, but the average home in the neighborhood is between $350,ooo.00 – $450,000.00. The subdivision is highly deed restricted to help ensure that the homes provide a clean and pretty exterior appearance and to make sure Pebble Creek stays subdivision that retains its value. There are also minimum requirements — usually starting with at least 2500 sqft.
The HOA (Home Owner’s Association) in Pebble Creek is very active and excels at taking care of the community areas at a reasonable price. They also make sure every home owner is following the deed restrictions that come with living in a golf-course community. Their objective is to provide the highest quality of life for the families that live in the subdivision.
Two of my favorite things about Pebble Creek are the well maintained park and highly recognized Elementary school — both of which are located in the subdivision. Pebble Creek is also known for its pool, 7 well-lit tennis courts and of course 18 hole championship golf course. The pool is open from Mid May through labor day, has a lifeguard and wadding area for little ones.
If you are interested in learning more about the Pebble Creek subdivision in College Station, just give me a call! 979-218-2235
Raylene Lewis — College Station Expert and Professional Real Estate Agent!
979-218-2235
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Questions to Think About when Buying a College Station Home
November 4th, 2010 Categories: 1, Buying Real Estate
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest expenses you will invest in. If you have decided to move, finding a home the meets your needs and desires may seem a bit over whelming. This is totally normal! After all, where do you start? Luckily, this is not something you have to do alone; as Century 21 Beal’s top agent I am here to help!
There is currently a growing trend today of people looking for a house in College Station, TX because our town does not have the high traffic or huge crime rate that other big cities have. Life here is just a lot less chaotic!
What is the first step when buying a College Station house? If you want to start on your own, and you are not quite ready for talking to a lender or Century 21 Realtor just yet, there are stands outside of many local convenience and grocery stores that contain “Homes Magazines,” these give you a list of homes for sale in the area; and are a great way to get a feel for the market. Reviewing the homes will give you a good idea of what you can expect to get for your dollar.
When you are ready, you should find a Century 21 Realtor that understands your goals and is someone you can trust. A good Century 21 Realtor will be able to show you any home for sale listed with any company. Many people start their search for a home or agent by looking on the Internet.
The internet provides you the most up to date data on homes for sale as well as personality, credentials and ratings of local licensed Century 21 Real Estate professionals.
Once you have chosen a real estate agent; discuss with them specifically what type of home you are looking for. Here is a list of very helpful questions that can direct you to finding your dream home:
1. Will my family grow larger?
2. What needs does my family have for the home?
3. Of what value are the school districts in the area?
4. What size of yard or land will fit your needs?
5. Will you have livestock or several small animals on your land?
6. How close do you need to be to your place of business, schools, or city?
7. Would you prefer a property that needs work or is move in ready?
8. Are you going to live in the home or use it as an investment property?
9. Is this going to be your primary residence…and if so, for how long?
10. What is of most value about the way of life you aim to achieve?
11. What is within your budget? How much has you mortgage lender agreed to lend to you?
12. What items are most important to you when looking for your new home?
When you are ready to submit an offer, your Realtor® is the go between with you and the seller. The duties of the agent will be to negotiate any and all terms of the contract including but not limited to, the down payment, price, closing date, contingencies, and whatever else needs to be accomplished to bring the deal to a fulfilling finale.
Be sure to elect a Realtor® who will educate you on what to look for, be your ambassador, and will work hard to find the residence that meets your distinctive desires.
Good Luck and Happy House Hunting!
Raylene Lewis — College Station Expert and Century 21 Professional Realtor
979-218-2235
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Freebirds World Burrito College Station Texas — When Your Hungry for Quick TEX MEX
November 3rd, 2010 Categories: College Station Restaurants, Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Real Estate True Tales, The Realtor's Life
I have always thought of Freebirds World Burrito as originating in College Station, Texas, but they first opening their doors in Santa Barbara, California in 1987. Their motto “Feed Your Belly, Feed Your Soul” and relaxed atmosphere have always been a place my kiddos have enjoyed! If you have never been to a Freebirds, it is pretty much like a Subway restaurant, only for Tex-Mex. You can call it in, order when you get there or even order in advance on-line. I like it that I know I can have food for my entire family in less than 10 minutes, without the grease of some other fast food options.
The first Freebirds came to College Station, TX in 1991, at Northgate across the street from Texas A&M University. College Station now has a total of 4 locations around the vicinity of the area to help fulfill your burrito craving appetite, and there is rumor that there might be a 5th location coming soon! (I’m betting maybe at the new HEB Center off of Greens Prairie?)
Freebirds offers a wide variety of burritos, salads, quesadillas, nachos, tacos, and kid’s menu items!! But the big things to get when you come into Freebirds are their AMAZING burritos! There are many sizes and types to choose from like the Hybrid all the way up the massive 7lb SUPER MONSTER Burrito. – There is also special way to eat their burritos. The idea is to peel the foil your bird, like a banana, as you eat. My kiddos like playing with the foil and creating all sorts of animals, objects, etc. to stick on the brick next to the walls where other burrito consumers have done the same.
Freebirds in College Station, Texas is a place that anyone who comes to College Station needs to try! It is a place many of my clients ask me about and often a place we stop at for lunch while we are touring houses. Once you try one, you will always want another! Let me know if you have ever eaten a MONSTER–I can’t even finish my hybird!
Raylene Lewis– College Station Expert and Realtor
979-218-2235
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PetCo Dog and Cat Grooming in College Station Texas
October 22nd, 2010 Categories: Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Texas A&M University, The Realtor's Life
So you woke up this morning in beautiful College Station Texas! You brushed your teeth, then washed, dried, and styled your hair – just like you do every morning. Your nails are clean and trimmed and maybe even polished and the end result is you feeling GREAT and ready to take on the day!
What about your pets? Is your dog’s hair clean, brushed, and smelling wonderful? I have 3 dogs and as a Realtor, the last thing I want is my house smelling like my beloved four legged friends! With three kids, I barely have time to get all their hair and teeth brushed before and after school…add three more sets of hair and teeth and the result is nearly disaster! Luckily College Station is filled with wonderful–and talented–groomers who love their job and love our four legged friends!
It’s important as pet owner’s to take responsibility for the hygiene and well-being of our pets. Who wants to suggle up to, spend time with or pet a smelly friend? Not only is grooming an important part of your pet’s hygiene but as owner’s, it allows us to bond with our pets, providing them a sense of love and security.
PETCO, conveniently located in College Station on Texas Avenue, is a great place to go for all your pet grooming needs. PETCO offers full service grooming from the day to day things such as baths, hair cuts, and brushing to the more tedious tasks of ear cleaning, teeth cleaning and nails.
My favorite thing about PETCO , you don’t have to provide a lot of advanced notice. They even accept walk-ins!
As a side note, they allow Gods Creatures Adoptions there on the weekends. Take your Aggie pets to College Station and let me know what you think!
Raylene Lewis
College Station Expert and Realtor
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Potato Shack Plus on Wellborn Road in College Station -YUM!
October 21st, 2010 Categories: Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff, Texas A&M University, The Realtor's Life
As a full time Realtor for College Station and the surrounding area, I am working all the time! This typically results in my family eating out for most of our meals. It is hard to provide healthy meals for my family that are fast or that deliver. The Potato Shack–a meal in a peel–is a place my family loves!
The first Potato Shack opened up in College Station, Texas in 1998. Today they have many locations around Texas, many of which are still in the birthplace of College Station. Potato Shack 3 is known for their massive baked potatoes .
Here you will find more potato options than you can imagine! Potato Shack offers “spuds” ranging from a Chicken & Broccoli Potato, Bacon Cheese Burger Potato, Chicken Fried Steak Potato, to even a Teriyaki Potato! I have not been so adventurous, as to eat one of the potatoes above and would love some feedback on any experiences! Luckily, just about any craving you have with a potato, they can make it!!
Potato Shack not only offers potatoes but they have also feature wings, friend pickles, fried mushrooms, salads and a great variety of yummy desserts. Potato Shack in College Station, TX is my pick when you have a “spud” craving! And just for you, here is the coupon page!
Raylene Lewis
College Station Expert and Realtor
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Raylene Lewis Quality Customer Service Again and Again!
October 18th, 2010 Categories: 1
Raylene and Megan,
It was a pleasure and a wonderful experience working with the “Raylene Lewis Team.” When I walked into the Century 21 Beal office, I felt lost and scared. I had never sold a property long distance before. Your team made the process painless and enjoyable. I felt like I truly had someone talking care Read the rest of this entry »
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