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Luxury Market UpdateHigh-end Sales Surge
Baking BrazilianFogo de Chão’s Cheese Bread
Super Bowl Party Time!
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www.JoshDym.com10 Dominion Drive | San Antonio, TX 78257
Real Estate Activity in Elm Creek
Nannette Gagne Escrow Officer
210.698.0924 Office 210.838.4007 Mobile
jeffersonbank.com/mortgages
Todd M. Schneider NMLS# 812337
371 North Main Street Boerne, TX 78006(830) [email protected]
NMLS 597833
Do you have big plans for the New Year?Use the cash from a home equity loan
to get a jump start on them.
Planning to renovate your home?
Consider a home improvement loan to kick off the project now.
Call me for a freeconsultation today:
If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996
Address Sq. Ft. Days on Market List Price Price per Sq. Ft.CURRENTLY FOR SALE3011 Iron Stone Ct 2,243 167 $329,000 $146.6712711 Old Wick Rd 3,082 204 $400,000 $129.7816 Villa Verde 2,933 37 $430,000 $146.6012654 Old Wick Circle 3,200 147 $499,000 $155.9311619 Elm Ridge Rd 3,327 144 $529,500 $159.1512602 Hunters Chase 3,553 40 $554,900 $156.1712526 Elm Country Ln 4,382 103 $560,000 $127.7912638 Old Wick Rd 5,307 206 $659,000 $124.1711834 Elmscourt 4,349 210 $689,500 $158.5412730 Hunters Chase St 7,245 493 $725,000 $100.0611822 Elmscourt 5,261 50 $749,000 $142.3611811 Mill Rock Dr 5,265 48 $750,000 $142.4568 Westelm Circle 5,641 144 $769,900 $136.4848 Westelm Circle 5,247 454 $875,000 $166.7655 Westelm Circle 5,302 24 $1,200,000 $226.323919 Iron Mill 9,049 46 $1,349,000 $149.07
PENDING 39 Villa Verde 2,552 78 $299,900 $117.5112543 Elm Manor Dr 3,104 149 $349,000 $112.433403 Elm Hollow St 3,227 20 $369,777 $114.58
RECENTLY SOLD 3415 Elm Hollow Ln 2,885 20 $397,000 $137.6012423 Winding Branch 3,546 82 $549,000 $154.823139 Iron Stone Ln 5,072 201 $715,000 $140.97
4th Generation Real Estate Expert
KNOWLEDGEover words
RESULTSover promises
ACTIONSover stagnation
RISING ABOVEthe status quo
Featured Cover Home | French Country Manor
202 Blackjack Oak | shavano Creek5 Bed | 5 Full Bath | 1 Half Bath
6,641 SQFT | 1.19 Acre | $1,175,000
High-end or “luxury” real estate continues strong growth throughout the US in 2014 with sales of the priciest one percent of homes up 21.1% this year according to the real estate brokerage firm Redfin. Contrast this with the other 99% of the real estate market which has dropped 7.6% this year. In about 10 housing markets throughout the country, high-end real estate sales have surged above 50% in 2014. Luxury homes are considered those homes priced between $500,000 to $1 million and make up the highest one percent of the market in that locale, according to the real estate website Realtor.com. However, location varies greatly on the price to reach the top one percent of that locale’s housing market. For example, in San Francisco the top one percent of homes sold for $5.35 million or more. About 350 miles down the road in Los Angeles, the top one percent of homes sold for at least $3.65 million. The 2014 Texas Luxury Home Sales Report showed that luxury home sales are one of the fastest growing segments within
the Texas housing market. Luxury home sales made up 1.7 percent of the total housing market and had the second fastest-growing listing prices with a 46 percent increase from the same period in 2012. Nearly every city in the US has highly coveted neighborhoods where buyers will often times purchase properties in that neighborhood “sight unseen”. Many times emotion plays a leading role in these purchases overcoming logic and practicality – much like the romance of falling in love. A buyer falls in love with the neighborhood and is willing to pay in order to get into that neighborhood. Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco dominate the high-end real estate markets with the highest number of luxury home sales, according to Redfin’s “Luxury Report”. The top three neighborhoods leading the pack were Beverly Glenn ($11.86 million); Holmby Hills ($9.91 million); and Malibu Road ($9.51 million). The most sought-after amenities for affluent home
buyers are a chef’s kitchen and sweeping views – especially ocean, mountain or cityscape views. Other desired features are the square footage of the property and an expansive master suite. Many affluent buyers cite the desire to have unique features in their proper-ties – features with an exclusive back story that appeals to their need to impress. One Realtor highlighted a hand-carved stone bathtub in a luxury property’s marketing materials. This marketing message was designed to pull in buyers who want the one-of-a-kind feature that no one else would have.
HELLO SPORTS FANS! If you’re into football (and a bit of golf, too), have we got some news for you: Where can you be at five major sporting events over the span of roughly 30 days all within one warm, sunny state? It’s Arizona, of course, where from the end of December through February 1, you can catch some serious sports action at the Fiesta Bowl (December 31), the Cactus Bowl (January 2), the Pro Bowl (January 25), the Waste Management Phoenix Open (January 26 through February 1), and of course, the Super Bowl (February 1). So book your tickets—or if you’re lucky enough, your own private jet—and get ready to touch down in the Valley of the Sun for some stupendous sporting excitement. No doubt, the biggest draw to Arizona during this action-packed time is Super Bowl XLIX, held this
year at the University of Phoenix Stadium. In case you didn’t know it, the Super Bowl is a major social and sporting scene. In fact, according to Forbes magazine the Super Bowl is among the biggest worldwide events for private jet travel, with an estimated 5,300 business and private jets journeying to Arizona the week of Super Bowl XLIX. There’s also a lot of eatin’ going down on Super Bowl Sunday, the second highest day of food consumption in the U.S., second only to Thanksgiving. This is tailgating in serious style. And Phoenix is ready to host the Super Bowl like never before. Since last hosting the big game in 2008, the city has pumped some $4 billion into new downtown development including 250,000 square feet of new retail space, a completed Phoenix Convention Center, 20 miles of light rail, 1,500 new hotel rooms, and more than 30 new restaurants. Ticket holders will also want to check out
Super Bowl Central, a 12-block pedestrian-friendly area in downtown Phoenix, which will serve as the hub of Super Bowl activity for fans, sponsors, media, and the NFL itself. Estimated to attract one million attendees, this hub will host football-themed activities, a nightly fireworks show, an autograph and concert stage, local food trucks, beer and wine gardens, and television network broadcast stages. Party central! But let’s not forget about the Pro Bowl, held every year to highlight the NFL’s best and brightest as voted by the players, coaches, and fans, which will also be held at University of Phoenix Stadium. Fun fact: This game will be only the third time a Pro Bowl and Super Bowl are held in the same location, making Arizona the place to be this year for football fun. Throw in two college football bowl games and a major golf tournament, and you can see why Arizona is this season’s sports hot spot. See you at the stadium!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 c parmesan cheese
1 1/2 c corn oil
1 c whole eggs
1 1/4 c manioc (yucca) starch
1 1/4 c sour manioc (yucca) starch
1 c 2% milk
Preparation:
Mix together all ingredients in a large mixing bowl with
an electric mixer. Spray cupcake tray with vegetable
oil. Pour mix into cup tray filling each to the top.
Place it in oven 350 degrees for 15min, until light
brown. The bread should be baked and served
immediately, so you can truly enjoy its full flavor.
WINE PAIRING:
To represent the flavor, keep this pairing light and
refreshing with hints of lime and herbal notes. The
acidic yet refreshing pairing will complement the
flavors in this bread beautifully. Ideas for the perfect
coupling are: Sparkling Wine, Pinot Gris, Dry Riesling or
White Wine Sangria. Enjoy!
BRAZILIAN CHEESE BREAD PãO DE QUEJO
Foge De Chão Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse210.227.1700| FogoDeChao.com
In Good Taste
LUXURY HOME MARKET CONTINUES STRONG PERFORMANCE
San Antonio Cocktail ConferenceVarious Venues | January 15-18SanAntonioCocktailConference.com The first of its kind in Texas, and now in its fourth year, the San Antonio Cocktail Conference was named one of the Best Cocktail Festivals in America by Fodor’s Travel. Every year we bring together top bartenders and cocktail aficionados for educational seminars, guided tastings and cocktail parties. Houston Street Charities and the Conference will once again donate 100 percent of all money raised during the Conference to benefit children.
Cocoa Womens Half MarathonHistoric La Villita | January 18CocoaHalf.comThis ladies only Cocoa Women’s Half Marathon & Relay has quickly became a cult favorite from the sweet race swag, quaint urban San Antonio course to the amazing post-race chocolate goodies. Your race entry gets you all set for a beautiful, flat course and a post-race party that includes everything chocolate. Indulgences include: Hot Chocolate, warm, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fine Chocolates, Chocolate infused cupcakes, t-cakes and cookies from local artisans, Chicken Mole Tacos, and many other treats all surrounding our chocolate theme.
Don JuanThe Tobin Center | January 23-24TobinCenter.org | 210.223.8624Unequaled master of the tone poem, Richard Strauss paints a breathtaking picture of the amorous rogue, Don Juan. Phenomenal music and stunningly powerful, this is musical storytelling at its best. The mission of the San Antonio Symphony is to inspire and enrich our community by vigorously influencing the artistic fabric of San Antonio through excellent symphonic performance, education and service.
Mardi Gras Arts & Crafts ShowRiver Walk | February 13-15TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com | 210.227.4262Enjoy a stroll along the picturesque River Walk, stop to talk to our vendors who are anxious to share information about their craft, and take home an item that will enhance your home, wardrobe or garden. Participating vendors display some of the most unique handmade merchandise available anywhere. Whether its jewelry, pottery or fine art you are interested in, you are sure to find what you’re looking for!
Peking Acrobats Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | February 27ARTSSA.org | 210.226.2891Ancient acrobatic traditions meet 21st century stagecraft with this elite group of gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists and tumblers from China. This daring demonstration of strength, balance and agility has hypnotized audiences around the globe. They defy gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control. The Peking Acrobats regularly push the envelope of human possibility with astonishing dexterity and skill.
JANUARY | FEBRUARY 2015
Event Calendar
High-end or “luxury” real estate continues strong growth throughout the US in 2014 with sales of the priciest one percent of homes up 21.1% this year according to the real estate brokerage firm Redfin. Contrast this with the other 99% of the real estate market which has dropped 7.6% this year. In about 10 housing markets throughout the country, high-end real estate sales have surged above 50% in 2014. Luxury homes are considered those homes priced between $500,000 to $1 million and make up the highest one percent of the market in that locale, according to the real estate website Realtor.com. However, location varies greatly on the price to reach the top one percent of that locale’s housing market. For example, in San Francisco the top one percent of homes sold for $5.35 million or more. About 350 miles down the road in Los Angeles, the top one percent of homes sold for at least $3.65 million. The 2014 Texas Luxury Home Sales Report showed that luxury home sales are one of the fastest growing segments within
the Texas housing market. Luxury home sales made up 1.7 percent of the total housing market and had the second fastest-growing listing prices with a 46 percent increase from the same period in 2012. Nearly every city in the US has highly coveted neighborhoods where buyers will often times purchase properties in that neighborhood “sight unseen”. Many times emotion plays a leading role in these purchases overcoming logic and practicality – much like the romance of falling in love. A buyer falls in love with the neighborhood and is willing to pay in order to get into that neighborhood. Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco dominate the high-end real estate markets with the highest number of luxury home sales, according to Redfin’s “Luxury Report”. The top three neighborhoods leading the pack were Beverly Glenn ($11.86 million); Holmby Hills ($9.91 million); and Malibu Road ($9.51 million). The most sought-after amenities for affluent home
buyers are a chef’s kitchen and sweeping views – especially ocean, mountain or cityscape views. Other desired features are the square footage of the property and an expansive master suite. Many affluent buyers cite the desire to have unique features in their proper-ties – features with an exclusive back story that appeals to their need to impress. One Realtor highlighted a hand-carved stone bathtub in a luxury property’s marketing materials. This marketing message was designed to pull in buyers who want the one-of-a-kind feature that no one else would have.
HELLO SPORTS FANS! If you’re into football (and a bit of golf, too), have we got some news for you: Where can you be at five major sporting events over the span of roughly 30 days all within one warm, sunny state? It’s Arizona, of course, where from the end of December through February 1, you can catch some serious sports action at the Fiesta Bowl (December 31), the Cactus Bowl (January 2), the Pro Bowl (January 25), the Waste Management Phoenix Open (January 26 through February 1), and of course, the Super Bowl (February 1). So book your tickets—or if you’re lucky enough, your own private jet—and get ready to touch down in the Valley of the Sun for some stupendous sporting excitement. No doubt, the biggest draw to Arizona during this action-packed time is Super Bowl XLIX, held this
year at the University of Phoenix Stadium. In case you didn’t know it, the Super Bowl is a major social and sporting scene. In fact, according to Forbes magazine the Super Bowl is among the biggest worldwide events for private jet travel, with an estimated 5,300 business and private jets journeying to Arizona the week of Super Bowl XLIX. There’s also a lot of eatin’ going down on Super Bowl Sunday, the second highest day of food consumption in the U.S., second only to Thanksgiving. This is tailgating in serious style. And Phoenix is ready to host the Super Bowl like never before. Since last hosting the big game in 2008, the city has pumped some $4 billion into new downtown development including 250,000 square feet of new retail space, a completed Phoenix Convention Center, 20 miles of light rail, 1,500 new hotel rooms, and more than 30 new restaurants. Ticket holders will also want to check out
Super Bowl Central, a 12-block pedestrian-friendly area in downtown Phoenix, which will serve as the hub of Super Bowl activity for fans, sponsors, media, and the NFL itself. Estimated to attract one million attendees, this hub will host football-themed activities, a nightly fireworks show, an autograph and concert stage, local food trucks, beer and wine gardens, and television network broadcast stages. Party central! But let’s not forget about the Pro Bowl, held every year to highlight the NFL’s best and brightest as voted by the players, coaches, and fans, which will also be held at University of Phoenix Stadium. Fun fact: This game will be only the third time a Pro Bowl and Super Bowl are held in the same location, making Arizona the place to be this year for football fun. Throw in two college football bowl games and a major golf tournament, and you can see why Arizona is this season’s sports hot spot. See you at the stadium!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 c parmesan cheese
1 1/2 c corn oil
1 c whole eggs
1 1/4 c manioc (yucca) starch
1 1/4 c sour manioc (yucca) starch
1 c 2% milk
Preparation:
Mix together all ingredients in a large mixing bowl with
an electric mixer. Spray cupcake tray with vegetable
oil. Pour mix into cup tray filling each to the top.
Place it in oven 350 degrees for 15min, until light
brown. The bread should be baked and served
immediately, so you can truly enjoy its full flavor.
WINE PAIRING:
To represent the flavor, keep this pairing light and
refreshing with hints of lime and herbal notes. The
acidic yet refreshing pairing will complement the
flavors in this bread beautifully. Ideas for the perfect
coupling are: Sparkling Wine, Pinot Gris, Dry Riesling or
White Wine Sangria. Enjoy!
BRAZILIAN CHEESE BREAD PãO DE QUEJO
Foge De Chão Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse210.227.1700| FogoDeChao.com
In Good Taste
LUXURY HOME MARKET CONTINUES STRONG PERFORMANCE
San Antonio Cocktail ConferenceVarious Venues | January 15-18SanAntonioCocktailConference.com The first of its kind in Texas, and now in its fourth year, the San Antonio Cocktail Conference was named one of the Best Cocktail Festivals in America by Fodor’s Travel. Every year we bring together top bartenders and cocktail aficionados for educational seminars, guided tastings and cocktail parties. Houston Street Charities and the Conference will once again donate 100 percent of all money raised during the Conference to benefit children.
Cocoa Womens Half MarathonHistoric La Villita | January 18CocoaHalf.comThis ladies only Cocoa Women’s Half Marathon & Relay has quickly became a cult favorite from the sweet race swag, quaint urban San Antonio course to the amazing post-race chocolate goodies. Your race entry gets you all set for a beautiful, flat course and a post-race party that includes everything chocolate. Indulgences include: Hot Chocolate, warm, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fine Chocolates, Chocolate infused cupcakes, t-cakes and cookies from local artisans, Chicken Mole Tacos, and many other treats all surrounding our chocolate theme.
Don JuanThe Tobin Center | January 23-24TobinCenter.org | 210.223.8624Unequaled master of the tone poem, Richard Strauss paints a breathtaking picture of the amorous rogue, Don Juan. Phenomenal music and stunningly powerful, this is musical storytelling at its best. The mission of the San Antonio Symphony is to inspire and enrich our community by vigorously influencing the artistic fabric of San Antonio through excellent symphonic performance, education and service.
Mardi Gras Arts & Crafts ShowRiver Walk | February 13-15TheSanAntonioRiverWalk.com | 210.227.4262Enjoy a stroll along the picturesque River Walk, stop to talk to our vendors who are anxious to share information about their craft, and take home an item that will enhance your home, wardrobe or garden. Participating vendors display some of the most unique handmade merchandise available anywhere. Whether its jewelry, pottery or fine art you are interested in, you are sure to find what you’re looking for!
Peking Acrobats Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | February 27ARTSSA.org | 210.226.2891Ancient acrobatic traditions meet 21st century stagecraft with this elite group of gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists and tumblers from China. This daring demonstration of strength, balance and agility has hypnotized audiences around the globe. They defy gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control. The Peking Acrobats regularly push the envelope of human possibility with astonishing dexterity and skill.
JANUARY | FEBRUARY 2015
Event Calendar
Luxury Market UpdateHigh-end Sales Surge
Baking BrazilianFogo de Chão’s Cheese Bread
Super Bowl Party Time!
GET BOWLED
OVER
JA
NU
AR
Y |
FE
BR
UA
RY
20
15
Tremendous Character In This Shavano Creek Home
Exclusively Presented By
E L M C R E E K
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Properties on this list have been listed/sold by various participants in the MLS.
www.JoshDym.com10 Dominion Drive | San Antonio, TX 78257
Real Estate Activity in Elm Creek
Nannette Gagne Escrow Officer
210.698.0924 Office 210.838.4007 Mobile
jeffersonbank.com/mortgages
Todd M. Schneider NMLS# 812337
371 North Main Street Boerne, TX 78006(830) [email protected]
NMLS 597833
Do you have big plans for the New Year?Use the cash from a home equity loan
to get a jump start on them.
Planning to renovate your home?
Consider a home improvement loan to kick off the project now.
Call me for a freeconsultation today:
If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996
Address Sq. Ft. Days on Market List Price Price per Sq. Ft.CURRENTLY FOR SALE3011 Iron Stone Ct 2,243 167 $329,000 $146.6712711 Old Wick Rd 3,082 204 $400,000 $129.7816 Villa Verde 2,933 37 $430,000 $146.6012654 Old Wick Circle 3,200 147 $499,000 $155.9311619 Elm Ridge Rd 3,327 144 $529,500 $159.1512602 Hunters Chase 3,553 40 $554,900 $156.1712526 Elm Country Ln 4,382 103 $560,000 $127.7912638 Old Wick Rd 5,307 206 $659,000 $124.1711834 Elmscourt 4,349 210 $689,500 $158.5412730 Hunters Chase St 7,245 493 $725,000 $100.0611822 Elmscourt 5,261 50 $749,000 $142.3611811 Mill Rock Dr 5,265 48 $750,000 $142.4568 Westelm Circle 5,641 144 $769,900 $136.4848 Westelm Circle 5,247 454 $875,000 $166.7655 Westelm Circle 5,302 24 $1,200,000 $226.323919 Iron Mill 9,049 46 $1,349,000 $149.07
PENDING 39 Villa Verde 2,552 78 $299,900 $117.5112543 Elm Manor Dr 3,104 149 $349,000 $112.433403 Elm Hollow St 3,227 20 $369,777 $114.58
RECENTLY SOLD 3415 Elm Hollow Ln 2,885 20 $397,000 $137.6012423 Winding Branch 3,546 82 $549,000 $154.823139 Iron Stone Ln 5,072 201 $715,000 $140.97
4th Generation Real Estate Expert
KNOWLEDGEover words
RESULTSover promises
ACTIONSover stagnation
RISING ABOVEthe status quo
Featured Cover Home | French Country Manor
202 Blackjack Oak | shavano Creek5 Bed | 5 Full Bath | 1 Half Bath
6,641 SQFT | 1.19 Acre | $1,175,000
