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All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Lakes of Parkway Homes for Sale Per Houston MLS
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ADDRESS SQFT BED BATH LIST PRICE SOLD PRICE LIST/SOLD DOM PRICE/SQFTCURRENTLY FOR SALE14319 Kingston Cove 3,866 4 3-1 $746,138 $193 4014410 Kingston Cove 3,965 5 4-1 $800,000 $201 19814322 Shadow Garden 4,384 4 3-1 $994,000 $226 15814018 Hampton Cove 5,061 4 3-1 $1,138,725 $225 101627 Lakeshore Way 5,220 5 3-2 $1,162,700 $222 1392005 Diamond Springs 5,114 4 3-1 $1,250,000 $244 91807 Watercastle 6,505 5 3-2 $1,390,000 $213 10013803 Sedalia Springs 7,104 5 5-2 $1,950,000 $274 93
NEW CONSTRUCTION SOLD14418 Kingston Cove 3,424 4 3-1 $625,000 $653,628 $191 014442 Kingston Cove 3,839 5 4-1 $640,200 $673,737 $176 014414 Kingston Cove 3,661 5 4-1 $680,100 $682,874 $187 0
RESALE HOMES SOLD14311 Kingston Cove 3,714 4 3-1 $699,000 $689,000 $186 21803 Cottage Landing 4,047 4 3-1 $789,300 $789,300 $195 1014207 Barnhart Blvd 3,601 3 2-1 $799,950 $800,000 $222 313918 Hampton Cove 4,362 5 3-1 $1,029,000 $993,000 $228 104
LAKES OF PARKWAY MARKET REPORT
HOUSTON’S REAL ESTATE MARKET IS ONE OF THE HOTTEST IN THE WORLD!
Here are the top five predictions for Houston real estate in 2014:
1. Home sales will soar; prices will reach a historic climax. The inventory of homes-for-sale is at a record-low. The pent-up demand is huge. Thousands of buyers, frustrated with losing in bidding wars and today’s small selection of options, jump into the market and buy houses as spring uncoils.
2. Apartment developers continue to binge-build in 2014. Trammel Crow’s Alexan Enclave, a 354-unit complex at 13411 Briar Forest west of Eldridge, is slated to open in the end of summer.
Alliance Residential Co. is completing a 327-unit luxury apartment complex called Broadstone 7 Seventy at 770 Eldridge.
Grayco is building 309 multifamily units and 70 townhouses on the edge of Terry Hershey Park west of Eldridge and south of Memorial, while a 300- to 900-apartment complex on the north side of Park Row west of Eldridge is planned. Grey Star Elan is completing a 324-unit complex at 14698 Briar Forest at Texas 6.
3. Shopping center market finally takes off, turns on the after-burners. Lots of retailers coming in: from grocers to fast food outlets. Fresh Market, Sprouts, HEB, Whole Foods, Aldi, all adding new locations.
4. Hoteliers get happy. Drought is over. More hotel construction slated. New hotel project will be the 1,000-room, 30-story Marriott Marquis, adjacent to Discovery Green and the George R. Brown Convention Center, will be able to attract larger conventions.
5. Home building roars in Houston, the best single-family market in the nation. Developers and builders will be in hot pursuit of land and new Grand Parkway expansions open up prairie for development.
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Going “green” may provide some more green in your wallet come tax refund time. Some of the energy efficiency deductions that were available to homeowners in 2013 have expired. But, there are some deductions still available that you can take advantage of. Homeowners have two more years (through 2016) to take advantage of a 30% credit for installing alternative-energy equipment such as solar hot-water heaters, solar electric equipment, geothermal heat pumps and wind turbines. With residential energy efficiency deductions you don’t just write-off the cost of the system itself, in some cases you may also include the cost of labor and installation. And a tax credit is actually better than a deduction. Deductions reduce your taxable income. With a tax credit, you get a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your tax liability. Use IRS Form 5695 to claim these credits. There may also be other tax rebates or tax credit programs available. Using the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) you can research to learn about any incentives available to you.
Some other tax credits or deductions homeowners should be aware of are:• MORTGAGE INTEREST. Unless the size of your home loan exceeds $1 million, all of your interest is deductible. This includes interest on your primary residence as well as a second home.• MORTGAGE POINTS. Fortunately, come tax filing time, taxpayers can deduct all of the mortgage points they paid that year. Homeowners who paid points to refinance their mortgages or take out a home equity loan or line of credit are also eligible for the deduction.• REAL ESTATE TAXES. A tax deduction on a tax may seem a bit like an oxymoron, but this deduction is designed to keep income tax from being spent on property tax.• PROFIT ON THE SALE OF YOUR HOME. This exemption keeps homeowners from paying capital gains on the sale of their home. If you had a profit of $250,000 as an indi-vidual or $500,000 as a couple that profit falls within the tax free limit as long as you have lived in the home for at least two years before selling it.
• SELLING COSTS. Sellers can itemize costs incurred from selling their home. Marketing and realtor fees, closing fees, repairs and capital improvements can all be deducted. Consult your tax advisor or accountant for the particulars of your situation and which of these may apply.
Totally over the crowded cruise scene? Bored with running to and from the same old beaches? Have we got a new vacation idea for you! Why not charter your own private yacht to cruise you and your crowd around the Caribbean? Or maybe meander about the Mexican Riviera in a catamaran with a few of your favorite friends? Yachting gives you a luxurious vacation experience unlike any other, all tailored to your specific needs and desires...without all the people. Sounds divine, doesn’t it? Whether you’re heading to the Virgin Islands or going south of the border to ole Mexico, chartering a yacht gives you several options to make the most of your time off. Charter companies can help you plan your trip, from what type of yacht to travel in to what you’ll see and eat along the way.
The first decision after choosing a destination and getting your air transportation set is to pick the type of yacht in which to sail. Choices include catamarans, monohulls, and motor yachts. Most travelers select the catamaran for its speed, spaciousness, and smooth ride (seasickness is not really an issue on a cat), though those looking for a true, more romantic sailing experience may opt for the monohull. For larger groups who want the ultimate in luxury, motor yachts are the optimal choice. Next, you’ll need to decide if you simply want to charter a captain to cruise you around to all the hot spots or if you want a personal chef and extended crew along, too. With your own private staff, you have someone aboard to take you to all the top destinations and secret hideaways.
Want to snorkel? Your crew will have the equipment right there on board and know where to see the best marine life. And, you’ll not pay extra add-on fees as you do when coming ashore from a large cruise ship, battling the throngs. And when it comes to dining, forget the buffet-style food cooked up for thousands. On board a charter yacht, you pick out what you want to eat and when you want to eat it. Eggs Benedict and mimosas at sunrise on your own private deck? Done. Margaritas post snorkel? No problem. Lobster and champagne at sunset. Now we’re talking. For discerning travelers looking for the ultimate in privacy, service, and special memories, chartering a yacht may be just what the doctor ordered. Happy yachting!
AHI POKETINI
Roy’s Restaurant818.888.4801 | RoysRestaurant.com
In Good Taste
TAX TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS
Roga at the PierSanta Monica Pier | March 14, 21, 28310.458.8901 | SantaMonicaPier.orgStart your Saturday mornings off right with a fun mix of running and yoga! First is a run at 8 AM which can vary from 2 to 5 miles (walkers welcome!). Then join in for some yoga to relax your body and mind. All yoga levels are encouraged to come, please bring your own mats.
ASICS LA MarathonDodger Stadium | March 15213.542.3000 | LAMarathon.comOne of the most scenic marathons you can be a part of! Begin your run at Dodger Stadium and end at the Santa Monica Pier. This is the 30th running of this marathon and the race has been named Best Big City Race and Best Marathon in the West. Make your run extra special by choosing a charity to run for!
Simply Wine FestivalCBS Studios | March 21805.377.1933 | SimplyWineFest.comThe Simply Wine Festival is sponsored by Tesla Motors. Last year over 1,500 people attended the event which featured 80 wineries and 15 restaurants. Enjoy your wine with food from restaurants and food trucks accompanied by some live music. Cocktail attire is required and all tastings will be complimentary with the admission fee.
Food and Wine Festival Palm Desert 2015Larkspur between El Paseo and Shadow Mountain March 27-29760.832.6527 | PalmDesertFoodandWine.comCome join in for the 5th annual Food and Wine Festival Palm Desert! The festival gathers chefs from around the country for 3 days of extraordinary food and wine tasting. It begins with a James Beard 4-course luncheon on Friday, March 27 with Grand Tastings to follow throughout the weekend.
Te Amo, ArgentinaCaltech’s Beckman Auditorium | April 25626.395.4652 | CalTech.eduTe Amo, Argentina is headlined by Latin Grammy-winning cellist Antonio Lysy, as well as sizzling international stars of tango dance Miriam Larici and Leonoardo Barrionuevo (from So You Think You Can Dance and Superstars of Dance). The combination of music and dance makes you feel like you are in Argentina!
MARCH | APRIL 2015
Event Calendarcome sail away...AHI & AVOCADO MIXTURE INGREDIENTS:8 oz fresh sashimi grade Ahi, 1 avocado, 1/2 inch grade 1/2 inch diced 1 pinch shichimi togarashi
JAPANESE SEVEN SPICE INGREDIENTS:1 pinch Hawaiian red sea salt 1 tsp truffle oil 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp rayu (hot sesame 1/2 tsp rice wine vinegar seed oil)1 oz. ogo, chopped 1 tsp furikake1 tsp Sriracha sauce 1 tsp white sesame seeds
WASABI AIOLI INGREDIENTS:1/2 c kewpie mayonnaise 2 limes, juiced1/4 c wasabi Salt and pepper, to taste1/2 c water
GARNISH INGREDIENTS:tobiko (flying fish roe) kaiware (daikon radishshiso leaf sprout)
AHI & AVOCADO MIXTURE/JAPANESE SEVEN SPICE DIRECTIONS:Gently toss ingredients together in a small mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
WASABI AIOLI DIRECTIONS:In a small bowl, whisk together wasabi powder & water to form a loose paste. Add mayonnaise and continue to whisk until smooth. Add limejuice and honey. Season with black pepper to taste. Coat the inside of a chilled martini glass with wasabi aioli. Place a small mound of ahi & avocado mixture in center of glass. Garnish with caviar, kaiware sprouts and shiso.
Going “green” may provide some more green in your wallet come tax refund time. Some of the energy efficiency deductions that were available to homeowners in 2013 have expired. But, there are some deductions still available that you can take advantage of. Homeowners have two more years (through 2016) to take advantage of a 30% credit for installing alternative-energy equipment such as solar hot-water heaters, solar electric equipment, geothermal heat pumps and wind turbines. With residential energy efficiency deductions you don’t just write-off the cost of the system itself, in some cases you may also include the cost of labor and installation. And a tax credit is actually better than a deduction. Deductions reduce your taxable income. With a tax credit, you get a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your tax liability. Use IRS Form 5695 to claim these credits. There may also be other tax rebates or tax credit programs available. Using the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) you can research to learn about any incentives available to you.
Some other tax credits or deductions homeowners should be aware of are:• MORTGAGE INTEREST. Unless the size of your home loan exceeds $1 million, all of your interest is deductible. This includes interest on your primary residence as well as a second home.• MORTGAGE POINTS. Fortunately, come tax filing time, taxpayers can deduct all of the mortgage points they paid that year. Homeowners who paid points to refinance their mortgages or take out a home equity loan or line of credit are also eligible for the deduction.• REAL ESTATE TAXES. A tax deduction on a tax may seem a bit like an oxymoron, but this deduction is designed to keep income tax from being spent on property tax.• PROFIT ON THE SALE OF YOUR HOME. This exemption keeps homeowners from paying capital gains on the sale of their home. If you had a profit of $250,000 as an indi-vidual or $500,000 as a couple that profit falls within the tax free limit as long as you have lived in the home for at least two years before selling it.
• SELLING COSTS. Sellers can itemize costs incurred from selling their home. Marketing and realtor fees, closing fees, repairs and capital improvements can all be deducted. Consult your tax advisor or accountant for the particulars of your situation and which of these may apply.
Totally over the crowded cruise scene? Bored with running to and from the same old beaches? Have we got a new vacation idea for you! Why not charter your own private yacht to cruise you and your crowd around the Caribbean? Or maybe meander about the Mexican Riviera in a catamaran with a few of your favorite friends? Yachting gives you a luxurious vacation experience unlike any other, all tailored to your specific needs and desires...without all the people. Sounds divine, doesn’t it? Whether you’re heading to the Virgin Islands or going south of the border to ole Mexico, chartering a yacht gives you several options to make the most of your time off. Charter companies can help you plan your trip, from what type of yacht to travel in to what you’ll see and eat along the way.
The first decision after choosing a destination and getting your air transportation set is to pick the type of yacht in which to sail. Choices include catamarans, monohulls, and motor yachts. Most travelers select the catamaran for its speed, spaciousness, and smooth ride (seasickness is not really an issue on a cat), though those looking for a true, more romantic sailing experience may opt for the monohull. For larger groups who want the ultimate in luxury, motor yachts are the optimal choice. Next, you’ll need to decide if you simply want to charter a captain to cruise you around to all the hot spots or if you want a personal chef and extended crew along, too. With your own private staff, you have someone aboard to take you to all the top destinations and secret hideaways.
Want to snorkel? Your crew will have the equipment right there on board and know where to see the best marine life. And, you’ll not pay extra add-on fees as you do when coming ashore from a large cruise ship, battling the throngs. And when it comes to dining, forget the buffet-style food cooked up for thousands. On board a charter yacht, you pick out what you want to eat and when you want to eat it. Eggs Benedict and mimosas at sunrise on your own private deck? Done. Margaritas post snorkel? No problem. Lobster and champagne at sunset. Now we’re talking. For discerning travelers looking for the ultimate in privacy, service, and special memories, chartering a yacht may be just what the doctor ordered. Happy yachting!
AHI POKETINI
Roy’s Restaurant818.888.4801 | RoysRestaurant.com
In Good Taste
TAX TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS
Roga at the PierSanta Monica Pier | March 14, 21, 28310.458.8901 | SantaMonicaPier.orgStart your Saturday mornings off right with a fun mix of running and yoga! First is a run at 8 AM which can vary from 2 to 5 miles (walkers welcome!). Then join in for some yoga to relax your body and mind. All yoga levels are encouraged to come, please bring your own mats.
ASICS LA MarathonDodger Stadium | March 15213.542.3000 | LAMarathon.comOne of the most scenic marathons you can be a part of! Begin your run at Dodger Stadium and end at the Santa Monica Pier. This is the 30th running of this marathon and the race has been named Best Big City Race and Best Marathon in the West. Make your run extra special by choosing a charity to run for!
Simply Wine FestivalCBS Studios | March 21805.377.1933 | SimplyWineFest.comThe Simply Wine Festival is sponsored by Tesla Motors. Last year over 1,500 people attended the event which featured 80 wineries and 15 restaurants. Enjoy your wine with food from restaurants and food trucks accompanied by some live music. Cocktail attire is required and all tastings will be complimentary with the admission fee.
Food and Wine Festival Palm Desert 2015Larkspur between El Paseo and Shadow Mountain March 27-29760.832.6527 | PalmDesertFoodandWine.comCome join in for the 5th annual Food and Wine Festival Palm Desert! The festival gathers chefs from around the country for 3 days of extraordinary food and wine tasting. It begins with a James Beard 4-course luncheon on Friday, March 27 with Grand Tastings to follow throughout the weekend.
Te Amo, ArgentinaCaltech’s Beckman Auditorium | April 25626.395.4652 | CalTech.eduTe Amo, Argentina is headlined by Latin Grammy-winning cellist Antonio Lysy, as well as sizzling international stars of tango dance Miriam Larici and Leonoardo Barrionuevo (from So You Think You Can Dance and Superstars of Dance). The combination of music and dance makes you feel like you are in Argentina!
MARCH | APRIL 2015
Event Calendarcome sail away...AHI & AVOCADO MIXTURE INGREDIENTS:8 oz fresh sashimi grade Ahi, 1 avocado, 1/2 inch grade 1/2 inch diced 1 pinch shichimi togarashi
JAPANESE SEVEN SPICE INGREDIENTS:1 pinch Hawaiian red sea salt 1 tsp truffle oil 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp rayu (hot sesame 1/2 tsp rice wine vinegar seed oil)1 oz. ogo, chopped 1 tsp furikake1 tsp Sriracha sauce 1 tsp white sesame seeds
WASABI AIOLI INGREDIENTS:1/2 c kewpie mayonnaise 2 limes, juiced1/4 c wasabi Salt and pepper, to taste1/2 c water
GARNISH INGREDIENTS:tobiko (flying fish roe) kaiware (daikon radishshiso leaf sprout)
AHI & AVOCADO MIXTURE/JAPANESE SEVEN SPICE DIRECTIONS:Gently toss ingredients together in a small mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
WASABI AIOLI DIRECTIONS:In a small bowl, whisk together wasabi powder & water to form a loose paste. Add mayonnaise and continue to whisk until smooth. Add limejuice and honey. Season with black pepper to taste. Coat the inside of a chilled martini glass with wasabi aioli. Place a small mound of ahi & avocado mixture in center of glass. Garnish with caviar, kaiware sprouts and shiso.
Tracey Hennessey has received recognition from her clients and peers throughout her 27-year
real estate career. She has earned admiration for her outstanding sales production and respect
for her trustworthiness, which has played an important part in her success. With a reputation for high ethics and integrity, Tracey has been a
consistent Top Producer since 1989. She achieved a level of sales that is the top 2% of agents internationally.
Raised in Santa Monica, Tracey acquired a natural in-depth knowledge of the Westside, especially nearby
Pacific Palisades and Brentwood. She makes it part of her business to stay informed on the latest
developments and trends in real estate throughout these and neighboring communities.
Tracey Hennessey’s dedication to finding buyers the home of their dreams, and negotiating the best
possible price for sellers, has resulted in a business that is built almost entirely on referrals. She knows that buying and selling a home is an emotional
experience, and one of the most important transactions many of us will make in our lives.
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