Did you know . . .

The cost to renovate and expand The Majestic and The Charline McComb Empire Theatres was approximately $15 million.  Since re-opening on September 13, 1989, there have been approximately 3,831 performances with an approximate total attendance of 4,564,776 and the operating cost paid by taxpayers has been $0.00. 

Yes, that's right . . . zero taxpayer dollars.  We are enthusiastic theatre goers, and we love these two theatres!  We schedule our theatre attendance as appointments and truly experience the enjoyment these two establishments offer.  We like to leave the office about 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., go downtown and have dinner on the RiverWalk or in one of San Antonio's great downtown restaurants and then go to the show! Our favorite shows are the Broadway productions, and we have been season ticketholders of the the Broadway Series for many years. 

This is just another "Star of San Antonio" we like to promote and encourage you to give it a try, too.  If you do, we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why Do Some Homes Sell Quicker Than Others?

They are priced right.  Pricing is usually the number one determinant as to how long a home will be on the market.  Obviously, the property has to be priced competitively, but do not set the price based upon what you heard a neighbor received for their home. Adjacent homes can be radically different. They both may have the same floor plans, but improvements, a more desirable location in the neighborhood and other seemingly small variations can make a significant difference when it comes to price. Also, how a home is staged for the market carries a great deal of weight in the ultimate price received.

 In considering the right price, one of the most important traits you need is objectivity.  Homeowners, naturally, have an emotional attachment to their home, and because of their feelings they oftentimes overestimate what their home is worth.  Despite the attachment, try to be practical and logical. Make a competitive study of recent sales that are comparable to your home. Evaluate price per square foot, age, condition and location.  Also functional obsolescence and major updating could have a great impact upon pricing. 

Remember, that the value of your home can be impacted by developments that are not yet in place.  Is there vacant land nearby? If so, what businesses or structures will be erected there in the future? Is it a desirable addition to the neighborhood? If there is vacant land, visit the local planning and zoning commission to see what might be built. You can always call a local real estate professional who knows your neighborhood to explain the elements that go into pricing and why.  Ask that person about a CMA (comparative market analysis) and what it means. 

Source:  Mitchener/Skye