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How to Prepare for Your College Station Move

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College Station, situated deep in the heart of East Texas in the Brazos Valley, is the home of the main campus of Texas A&M University. An unexpected population boom has led to increased construction throughout the city and on campus. In fact, as of October 2014, College Station is the second fasting growing city in the nation, ranking only behind Boulder, Colorado, in a list published by Nerd Wallet. Bryan, Texas also ranked high on the list, coming in at number 17. College Station is currently in a state of hyper development, so the city’s real estate market is particularly robust, making it even more important to work with a qualified and skilled Realtor®. It is important to work with a Realtor® who is both an experienced investor and a skilled negotiator, someone who can provide up-to-date, relevant information on the market and available College Station homes.

When thinking about how to prepare for your College Station move, there are a few things you must know beforehand. Knowing a few tips and tricks for moving to College Station will make your transition as smooth and successful as possible. Here’s a quick list we’ve put together to give you an insider’s look at your new town!

  • Bryan-College Station, or BCS, is a city steeped in tradition. Texas A&M is College Station’s largest employer and, as such, it plays a huge role in shaping the community’s culture. From the roll call at Muster to the shots fired at Silver Taps, Aggieland has more traditions and rituals than just about anywhere else.
  • Downtown Bryan is a quaint cultural hub, and essentially embodies “Main Street USA.” Downtown Bryan is the home of First Friday, a free event that shuts down the streets of downtown for a monthly arts and cultural event.
  • Bryan-College Station may be a small town, but it’s BIG on friendliness. Some say that you will “never, ever meet friendlier folk!”
  • The roar from Kyle Field can be heard from across the city. “Football” is one of the official seasons in Aggieland. As one of the most intimidating stadiums in college sports, Texas A&M boasts the largest student section in college football.
  • Aggie Yell Leaders are NOT “cheerleaders.” Yell leaders don’t perform coordinated routines or cheer. They are figureheads that help Kyle Field maintain its legacy as one of the most intimidating sports atmospheres.
  • Fuego Tortilla Grill is not to be missed. Enough said.
  • If you wear all blue at Blue Baker, you get free food. No, really. This local café is known not only for its baked goods and bottomless coffee, but also for giving a free meal to anyone who comes in wearing all blue.

So now that you’ve decided that this is the place for you, how to prepare for your College Station move? First there are several important decisions that you will need to make. What type of home are you looking for? Are you searching for student housing, such as an apartment or townhome? Perhaps you are looking for a condominium, which allows for a low maintenance, and often luxurious, lifestyle… or maybe a spacious single family home is better suited for you. Regardless of the type of home you are looking for, Bryan-College Station has something to offer for everyone.

Despite the fact that Texas A&M’s student population outnumbers the permanent residents, College Station is a great place to raise a family. Forbes ranked College Station as #2 in its best small places in the United States for business and careers, and #8 in job growth. In addition to the strong job market, Kiplinger has repeatedly ranked College Station as one of the United States’ best places to raise a family, thanks to its low rate of crime, top-ranked school system, low property tax rates, and affordable housing. There are also plenty of attractions and events in the area that are perfect for keeping the whole family entertained.

If you’re wondering how to prepare for your move to College Station or would like more information on Bryan or College Station, or College Station real estate, please feel free to give me and my team a call. I’m Myke Leatham, and I’m so pleased that you’ve found us at Brazos County Realty. We have compiled the best resources and information on the College Station area, and you’ll find it all here. Browse through our community information and current listings, and then call or connect with us today. We are standing by to answer any questions you may have about Bryan or College Station, and look forward to earning your business!

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About Myke Leatham

I’m so glad you found me – your College Station and Bryan, TX real estate source! When you choose to buy or sell a home in College Station/Bryan, TX or other surrounding areas using our expert services, you will receive a free consultation to determine your needs, free listings, and free reports sent to you by email. These weekly reports will show you how hard the members of my team are working to accomplish your property goals, and we guarantee the best service and consultation you have ever experienced. You’ll find the best community information for the College Station, Texas region right here.

It’s nice to know YOUR Realtor will still be of service after the sale.

Experience Counts: Broker/Owner of Brazos County Realty
Over 25 years of sales experience. With past ABR, GRI, CRS, & Epro designations.
Continuing education in real estate: Education is paramount in an ever changing industry like Real Estate. Myke has taken over 1000 hours of real estate specific courses which include but are not limited to: Residential Appraisal, Marketing, Law Contracts I & II, Finance, Residential Inspections, Principles and Practice, Law of Agency, Code of Ethics, Bankruptcy/Easements/Surveys/and Probate, Home Warranties, 1031 Exchanges and hundreds of hours of extensive real estate training.

Reputation: SALES LEADER since 1998; Top Producer 2000 through 2009. Listed among the top agents in the county. Consistently ranked among top realtors for total sales volume out of 900 realtors for commercial and residential real estate in the Bryan/College Station, TX area. When Myke represents buyers, she presents all viable options to her clients, including those properties that are not officially listed, but could be available for sale based on her inside information. Her expertise lies with investors and marketing homes of all price ranges in College Station/Bryan to local, national and global buyers, across all major media channels and through her extensive, personal network of contacts.

Myke is among the top 1% of all Realtors in North America!
She has earned the Designations of ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), CRS(Certified Residential Specialist), GRI (Graduate of Realtors Institute)CHMS (Certified Home Marketing Specialist), and E-pro (Certified Internet Professional)
Fewer than 3% of all Realtors nationwide earn these certifications. They are not only a symbol of Myke’s commitment to this business, but these designations are your assurance of a skilled, trained real estate professional.

Myke is a consummate real estate professional who not only understands the art of deal-making, but also the art of relationships. She makes the process of buying and selling homes an uplifting and fun experience. She has a tremendous appreciation for Bryan and College Station, its rich history, and Texas A&M traditions having lived in the area for 25 years. Her knowledge of Bryan/College Station’s real estate market and market trends is unparalleled. Having been personally involved with clients through their remodeling, purchasing and selling processes, she knows intrinsic quality and value when she sees it. When she doesn’t see it she lets her clients know, without hesitation.
Myke’s proven track record and affiliations in the field of real estate demonstrates her high level of professionalism.

* High energy and enthusiasm
* Aggressive marketing
* Expert negotiating skills
* Ability to listen and ascertain customer’s desires and needs
* Fun to be with
* Internet savvy
* Because Myke is an experienced investor, she quickly helps her customers locate and define good business opportunities. No one likes the feeling of being ‘sold to’ so Myke provides as much information as possible to help you make the right decision.

Personal Commitment:
I am prepared to go the ‘Extra Mile’ for you, because I understand the financial and emotional significance of purchasing and selling your home. I will carefully listen to your desires and arrive at a workable plan. I believe sensitivity, listening, and service are important keys to success.
Whether you are buying or selling a home or you are just curious about your home’s market value, I’d be happy to provide my market expertise and intelectual property without obligation, or meet with you to evaluate your home for future reference. I want my customers to have a great time and enjoy the total process of purchasing or selling property. It gives me great pride when my customerspass my name on to their friends and family. I will continue to work hard to make sure critical information is available at www.AggieRealEstate.com and I invite all interested investors to search my site for cash flow opportunities. I will dedicate my time and talents to helping you achieve your goals. It is my goal to make your buying and selling experience extraordinary. Look closely and you’ll see how much I love meeting and working with people. You’ll experience the difference in working with an experienced and dedicated professional.

Personal information:
Michelle goes by ‘Myke’ and is the proud mother of 6 children – 3 girls and 3 boys. Her husband is David Leatham. They met at Brigham Young University. They have been married since 1977. David is a finance professor, and Associate Head over graduate studies in the Agricultural Economics Department at Texas A&M University, and speaks fluent Spanish. They have lived in College Station since 1983 and loved every minute of it. Myke loves to quilt, sing, swim, ‘sing’, bake bread, ‘sing,’ garden, ‘sing’, sell real estate, and ‘sing some more’ :-). Family, church, and real estate consume most of her time. Truth, honor, integrity, kindness, loyalty, gratitude, and service are very important words to her.

Slogan: ‘Let Myke Help You With Your HOMEwork!’

Referrals: The highest compliment I can get is when you pass my name on to others or post a kind remark on the internet. When you send your friends and family my way, I’ll always provide them with the highest quality of service that I know you would appreciate. Thanks in advance for all your support and friendship.