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Tuesday, 24 February 2009
Happy Spay Day USA!
What: An annual campaign of The Humane Society of the United States to inspire people to save animal lives by spaying or neutering pets and feral cats.
When: Officially the last Tuesday of February, with events and activities taking place throughout the month of February. The 15th annual Spay Day USA is Feb. 24, 2009.
Where: Across the United States and U.S. territories.
Why: Four million cats and dogs—about one every eight seconds—are put down in U.S. shelters each year. Often these animals are the offspring of cherished family pets, even purebreds. Maybe someone's cat or dog got out just that one time or maybe the litter was intentional, but efforts to find enough good homes failed. Spay/neuter is the only permanent, 100-percent effective method of birth control for dogs and cats and a proven way to reduce the vast numbers of animals who are born only to die prematurely and without a family who loves them. Learn more about why you should spay or neuter your pet.
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
 All of us on the Puryear team wish a very happy birthday to Houston homebuilder Joe Wert! Joe owns Iron Gate Build & Design, Inc.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!Hope it's a great one, Joe!
Friday, 20 February 2009
Did you know there is a tax credit of up to $8,000 available for first-time homebuyers? For more information, click here.
Friday, 13 February 2009
Beautiful contemporary townhome on wide tree-lined street. Fenced private courtyard entrance from street. Open concept floorplan features a sunken dining area & raised living area; hardwood floors, large windows, 3-sided gas fireplace & balcony. Kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances & breakfast area. All bedrooms with ensuite bath. Huge master suite w/carpet. Master bath has dual sinks, frameless shower & whirlpool tub. All appliances included. Mini fridge in master. $2,500/month.
Click here for full listing.
Friday, 13 February 2009
Nestled in the shadows of contemporary skyscrapers, the landmark Spanish Renaissance-style Julia Ideson Building, a part of the Houston Public Library system, will soon undergo an ambitious, comprehensive restoration and expansion project. The result will be an architecturally compelling venue that, while remaining true to its traditional style, will boast state-of-the-art, environmentally sensitive archival storage and work areas.
For fifty years – between 1926 and 1976 – the building served as Houston’s main public library. In 1976, the main library moved to a new building across the street and the Ideson Building became the home of the Houston Metropolitan Research Center. Its second-floor reading room is home to the famed Texas Room, a grand room for research and reading where anyone who has researched Houston business, buildings, architecture and history in general has spent some time.
In addition to drawing people interested in its research center and its extraordinary collection of books, maps and images, the Ideson will provide a historic venue for exhibits, meetings and special events. Besides its inspiring indoor research and reading areas, the Ideson will also get landscape upgrades and a unique outdoor reading room that will further secure its place as one of Houston’s historic architectural treasures.
Thursday, 12 February 2009
The February 2009 issue of our newsletter has been mailed out and is also posted online! The newsletter and postcard had an obvious theme: We wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day. Did you know Valentine's Day dates back to the early 1500s?
In the spirit of the holiday, I'd like to share one of my favorite quotes:
The more I think about it, the more I realize there is nothing more artistic
than to love others.
Vincent Van Gogh
This is the perfect time to tell those who are important to you -- friends & family -- that you love them!!!
Have a Happy Valentine's Day!
Congratulations to Scout's Honor Rescue's sweetheart Izzy....She has a new home, just in time for Valentine's!
Tuesday, 10 February 2009
Well-maintained home in nice gated community. Tile flooring & 2in blinds thru-out 1st fl. Spacious living with ceiling fan; kitchen/dining combo with breakfast bar; chair rail in dining area; granite counters & tile backsplash in kitchen. Carpeted stairs to 2nd fl. Laminate flooring & 2in blinds thru-out 2nd fl. Spacious utility room with builtins. Large master with ceiling fan, spa-like bath and walkin closet. Master bath with separate shower & garden tub. Backyard w/large covered patio. Available for lease or purchase!
For more information, click here: 5910 Hollister Cole
Sunday, 08 February 2009
David Jarvis & Metrostudy, a real estate research firm, have provided an incredible resource to Houston home buyers. The site, www.HoustonFacts.org, contains information on Houston's housing market, Houston's economy and ranking, innovations in the housing industry, mortgages and reasons to buy a home.
Thursday, 05 February 2009
A great Heights home just became an even greater value! 1531 Blair
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PRICE REDUCED - Beautiful Heights 3/2.5/2 home built in 2003, featuring wrought-iron fence, front and back porches, balcony off of the master bedroom, and porte-cochere. Leaded-glass front door opens to bright living area with hardwood floors, fireplace with river-slate surround and built-in media center. Formal dining with contemporary lighting is just off living area. Half bath on first floor for guests. Island kitchen offers granite counters, breakfast bar, hardwoods, stainless appliances, and bay windows. Stairway with hardwood treads, ornamental iron, and square windows leads to study area and bedrooms. Hardwoods throughout second floor. Master suite features coffered ceiling, fan, huge walkin closet, and French door to balcony. Master bath with granite counters, dual vanities, whirlpool tub and oversized shower with river slate. Two secondary bedrooms with hardwood floors and fans, and full bath with tub/shower. Back porch leads to paved patio. Washer, dryer and side-by-side refrigerator included. Priced to sell at $389,000!
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Click here for more details: 1531 Blair
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