King Felix asked:


I mean, with Artest and Landry coming off the bench, they are a deep team, but with Tmac struggling right now, its tough.

I just wish Landry would start in Battier’s place. Landry can do so much more.

Pedro

Cherri Fox asked:


Houston Texas, the fourth largest city in the country, is considered one of the best places to live in the United States and for those pursuing the American dream of owning a home, that dream is possible in Houston. If you’re looking for some long term capital appreciation through real estate investment, then real property in Houston could certainly prove to be a good investment. The most stable property prices range from $250,000 to $650,000 and should bring the best long term appreciation.

If you tend to be more of a cautious investor, but still want to grab some of the best real estate for sale in Houston then you might want consider one of the new developments that are under construction. $200,000 or less can get you a pre-selling unit that can be turned into a very attractive property to rent out as a vacation home, or on a more permanent lease basis. These developments often provide relaxed and secluded living, surrounded by a natural outdoor setting, and at a much lower price than you might pay outside of such developments.

 

Whether you’re looking for a new home of your own or a financial investment, these developments are some proving to be some of best real estate in Texas. They provide the advantage of living in a secure estate-like community, but with a spacious outdoor feel, since most of these properties have expansive back yard spaces allowing for privacy from nearby neighbors. Purchasing one of these development properties could prove to be a very wise property investment.

There are also some property investments available that can provide a slightly lower risk for some of the more cautious real estate investors. Most of these lower risk, but high potential homes come in under the $140,000 price range, making them easily affordable and represent a risk that even smaller private investors find acceptable. In some of the lower priced areas the average return on real estate can be as high as 20% yearly.

While the majority the better homes for sale in Houston are new construction, a lot of the older homes might be considered a fixer upper or need some significant renovations. This is probably one of the main contributing factors in the large price variations in the area, and while not all the lower priced homes are in need of repairs, it definitely pays to be cautious and thoroughly investigate each potential property. If you take the time to do some research and use the services of an informed real estate agent familiar with the area, you should find a safe investment that will bring some good returns down the road.

Whether you’re a first time buyer in search of the perfect condo or a small two bedroom home, an established family looking for the big back yard and a good school district, or a property investor looking for long term capital growth, Houston Texas could end up being one of the safest and smartest real estate investments for the money.

 



Rafael

Wilmer R asked:


Of Course, My favorite Mlb team are the Houston Astros. They are not that behind from the wild card and last year, they made a great comeback from a 15-30 starting record, making it to the world series. Will They Have Another Opportunity This Year?

Sue

art a asked:


I am an astros fans, and I like what they have done in the off-season, but I think that they are at least two starters and one reliever away from returning to good/greatness.

Jeremy

Balla1 asked:


I am looking into taking a greyhound bus to Houston and going to an Astros game. How far of a distance is the bus station from Minute Maid Park? Is it REASONABLE walking distance???

Michele

Terry Fitzroy asked:


With more than 2 million people calling Houston home it is the fourth largest city in the US and it is the hub for international business and living in Houston Texas just couldn’t be any better.

Not only is Houston a great place to visit it is also a great place to live. This vibrant healthy international city is a mix of tradition and trendy so no matter what it is that you love in a city you can find it here.

If you love to shop there’s not better place than Houston is. From large malls to trendy little specialty shops you can be as unique as you want.

Houston is also known for its stunning architecture that mixes residential with business and entertainment. The Galleria, which is set under glass atriums, is the number one place to shop with over 375 stores and restaurants.

On the other hand, you might want to check out Uptown Park for a European flare in shopping. It is by far one of the greatest shopping experiences around. I could go on and on but you get the picture.

Besides having, some great shopping in Houston there is also a great nightlife, entertainment, theater, sports, and a whole lot more so living in Houston certainly does not have to be boring.

There are few other cities in the US that are as passionate about the arts as Houston is. It has Theater District that is world class and second only to New York’s. Whether it is the opera, ballet, or symphony that you want to enjoy it is all in the Theater District.

Buying a house in Houston is really quite a surprise because for such a bustling city housing is still very affordable. An average single-family dwelling will run around $150,000 and you can rent a house for around $900 or rent a one-bedroom condo for about $600.00.

Now that is what I call a relief? You’re going to be making decent money and because your housing is so affordable it gives you the opportunity to not only enjoy some of what Houston has to offer but you will also be able to start putting some money away for a rainy day.

If you are planning to return to school, the University of Houston is a great place to pick up a few courses or enroll in a full program. There is also student housing available.

Houston crime rate is no worse than any other city and of course, there are pockets where crime is worse than in other areas. When house shopping makes sure, you do your homework.

There are many different ethnic backgrounds that make Houston the city it is and there are also many individual ethnic communities within Houston so again when house hunting why not take a little extra time to find an ethnic community that supports your values and your ethnic background.

Houston is the city everyone loves to visit so why not take it a step further and call it home. Affordable housing, terrific entertainment, amazing educational opportunities, and outstanding employment opportunities so living in Houston is like being on a permanent vacation. The question is what are you waiting for?



John

Punky’s Mom asked:


I am planning of going to a concert in Houston (in Minute Maid Park) arriving at Houston Airport (HOU). I would like to go to Six Flags which is located in Arlington, Texas.

How far is it from the airport to Arlington?
Where is the best place to stay to I can go to both places?

Econo Lodge a good place to stay? (just to sleep)

Leroy

celiubo asked:


how did houston rockets get to the top?

Suzanne

Tim Dillard asked:


Building a new home in one of the many Houston gated communities is an exciting thing - many people are doing so as more and more flock to the area. However, the most important thing you can do is to find a reputable new home builder in Houston, Texas.

Most of the top places to live in Houston are in the gated communities, which are sometimes called master planned communities. These wonderful neighborhoods are known as some of the best places to live in the US. With a wide variety of master planned neighborhoods in Houston including golf course communities, water park communities and gated communities, you are sure to find something that you just love. These communities are constructed for many different demographics of families - from those with children to retirees and more.

If you want to build a home in a Houston gated community, you will want to speak to the home owners association or the administrators of the neighborhood you will be building in. In most cases, Houston gated communities have a set of building standards for homes that are built in the neighborhood. These building standards maintain the communities as the top places to live in Texas, ensuring that the homes all live up to the same standards. These standards apply to all Houston luxury home builders and all new Houston luxury homes that are built in the gated communities. A good builder will look into or already know the building standards of the neighborhood you want to build in.

There are a few things you should look for when hiring new home builders in Houston, Texas to make sure you are getting what you will be paying for.

You should ask your Houston new home builder if they have any references for other homes that they have finished and built in Houston gated communities, primarily the one that you are looking to build in as well as other neighborhoods. Once you have a list of homes and references, make sure you call the references. You will want to talk to them about the work and craftsmanship the new home builders in Houston Texas did for them, what the quality was like and if the work was completed on time. You should also ask the references about the services that were offered once the home was complete, such as fixing problems that arose when the building was finished and if the builders came back to fix any errors.

You will want to ask the new home builders in Houston, Texas if you can attend one of their work sites that they are currently working on. When you visit a work site, you will be able to tell a lot about the new home builder in Houston, Texas - their building practices and the standards of their work. You will want to observe and see how clean the site is and if the workers and area are organized.

You will also want to ask about a warranty with your new home. As the new home builders in Houston, Texas if they provide after build services for problems and if they fix any building errors once they have finished building. A good building company will stand behind their work and offer you a fair warranty for the building, should anything go wrong.

When you are speaking with the new home builders in Houston, Texas, you should ask them about any other Houston luxury homes they have built in the past and if any of them are located in the top gated communities in Houston, with an emphasis on the gated community you are looking to build in. This will allow you to do two things: check out some of their finished work as well as find out about their experience in building Houston luxury homes in Houston golf course communities.

One of the major questions you will want to ask is for a quote for the total cost of your home. Your new home builder in Houston, Texas should be able to provide you with a quote for your home. Make sure that their quote includes the complete finishing of the house. Don’t be afraid to ask if there will be any extra charges you should expect.

Ensure that you get more than one quote from new home builders in Houston, Texas, and once you have asked these questions, compare the rates of each of them to decide which one you want to hire.



Cathy

DP asked:


I sit next to that section and have always wanted to try it out.
I sit in the section next to it usually but would like to try it out. The astros site just links you to ticketmaster and they don’t offer tickets in that section.

Harvey