Fort Bend Lifestyles and Homes Magazine Oct 2009: Real Estate2

boast an on-site museum as part of their amenity package? Telfair can, now that the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land opens Oct. 3.

Newland Communities donated the historic Central State Farm building and surrounding 5.5 acres as the new home for HMNS at Sugar Land, which will kick off with The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition.

The opening fulfills a vision that began when Newland Communities first acquired the 2,018-acre site for Telfair nearly 10 years ago. In 2007, Newland donated the building for the museum after investing approximately $1 million in renovations. For more information, visit www.telfair.com.

23 Years Serving the Greater
Fort Bend Area

RE/MAX SOUTHWEST

The company was started when there were not too many subdivisions in the area and First Colony was just starting to walk. What a wonderful and successful

journey this has been. Because of you they have been the No. 1 real estate office in Fort Bend County for many years. “It has been an adventure AND pleasure AND we are sincerely grateful for the confidence that the Greater Fort Bend community has placed in us. It has been our privilege to serve you AND we are still here AND looking forward to serving you for many more years to come, ” says Bette Lemon. Their office is still growing and they still have the “Outstanding Agents/Outstanding Results.” Whenever questions comes up about real estate, just think RE/MAX SOUTHWEST. They are just waiting to serve you!

281-291-1776; www.Remax-Southwest.com

Believe In Miracles

Glory Crafts

In these challenging times you need an experienced Realtor with proven results like Glory Crafts. When she is asked how the economy has affected home sales Glory ’s response is, “I don’t listen to the economy, I listen to what God says.” As a result, she is having a record year in homes sold. Her passion for excellence has resulted in Hall of Fame status with RE/MAX and she is a Certified Luxury Home Specialist, which puts her in the top 1% of Realtors. Glory has a

strong faith in God, which she believes is the secret to her success in life as well as business. A First Colony resident for 25 years, Glory believes in giving back and donates money from each home SOLD to the Children ’s Miracle Network. 832-265 SELL (7355)

glorycrafts@hotmail.com

amenities, designed to appeal to all lifestyles. A state-of-the-art, stadium-style polo club sets the pace for an expansive amenities package. The crown jewel of the community will be The Club at Aliana ™, which features a $6 million clubhouse and a $1.5 million resort-style pool complex. The clubhouse facility will showcase the finest Aliana has to offer, including an elegant ballroom, festive party rooms, and an expansive covered patio area, perfect for entertaining. Residents will have exclusive access to these facilities, as well as the fully-equipped fitness center and interactive computer room, complete with Nintendo Wii stations. The resort-style pool area is highlighted by the multilevel waterfall design, and also includes a Junior Olympic lap pool, and splash park.

Enjoy a Texas Autumn at Your Own Place in the Country

Capital Farm Credit

As cooler weather approaches, it’s a perfect time of year to take in the great outdoors. As the state’s largest rural lender, Capital Farm Credit can finance land for hunters, birders and nature enthusiasts who want their own special place.

Capital Farm Credit specializes in rural financing. The borrower-owned lending cooperative offers a variety of flexible financing options for the purchase, refinance or improvement of rural recreational properties and country homes. It also provides operating capital for agricultural operations, including loans for livestock and equipment.

Call Capital Farm Credit toll free at 1-877-944-5500 to find the nearest office and learn how their experts can help you finance your own place to enjoy all year long.

www.capitalfarmcredit.com

Property Management Services

Fort Bend Real Estate Corporation

Fort Bend Real Estate Corporation maximizes the value and performance of their clients ’ income-producing properties. They deliver dependable management services to private investors and corporate clients through all aspects of property operations. They customize the extent of

Financial Safety, Security and Solutions

First Community Credit Union

Despite what you have heard about the financial market, First Community is safe, secure, and still lending. At first glance, credit unions look a lot like banks, but there is one important difference – Credit Unions

their services to meet their clients’ needs. Because of their hands-on management technique, FBRE has a proven track record of improving efficiency and lowering operating costs while maintaining strong tenant relationships. Their property management services include: Strategic planning; Marketing; Tenant relations; Capital expenditure and building enhancement programs; Rent collections; Payment of operating expenses; Accurate accounting and financial reporting; and Market analysis.

8410 Highway 90A, Suite 120, Sugar Land; 281-242-2200. www.fbre.net

A Great Time to Buy, and Even to Sell….

Touchstone Fine Properties

Moving in 2009? This is a great time to buy… and if you have to sell, let Julia maximize your return. She offers special incentives for all buyers, and sellers receive a pre-listing checkup, warranty coverage, and a staging and design consultation with the principal decorator of Creatively Designed. With Julia, you will sell right, buy smart and make your

care about YOU and your personal finances.

Credit unions are not-for-profit cooperatives where YOU are a part owner. They’ve provided financial services to the community for over 55 years and they’ll be there for YOU. At First Community, YOU are a person not a number. “Our FIRST priority is YOU.”

Think First.® Experience personal and business solutions that are tailored to fit your needs and exceed your expectations! Click to FCCU.org and discover a first-rate financial difference.