Summary May 9, 2016

 

Alright intentions. it's awkward to tell the world you're going to blog, not do so regularly and then try to start again.  So, to quote the great Tom Petty "...buy me drink, sing me a song, take as I come cause I can't stay long..."

It's has been a very interesting and busy spring.   First of all GO
RANGERS!!!   (the good guys dress in in red,white and blue and have a T on their hat).  Yes, it is Baseball season, Ahh, great game...



Spring is always a hopeful time and the land looks lush and beautiful.  Business is busy and there is lots of energy in the market and all around Richland Chambers.

The coaster I bought at the Edgwater

Julie and I have worked a lot and traveled a little.  We journeyed to Seattle to visit our daughter Kelsey a couple of weekends ago and had one of those magical trips.   We stayed at The Edgewater where the famous Beatles picture was taken.  






Kelsey actually threw us a "Meet the Parents" party at her house. That was kinda cool (actually very cool).   After that we traveled across the water to Woodinville, WA.  Come to find out Woodinville is the home of tasting rooms for wineries of the Washington Valley.  We saw great live music and sampled some of Washington's finest.  We lodged at the Willows Lodge, very nice, and were within walking distance of all the festivities.

Here are some more pictures, you know they tell 1,000 words apiece..

The FOG in action the 4th Friday this April
(Brad is to the right, didn't make the picture)

Yours truly at the Edgwater

Beautiful night on our boathouse

Going to work on Saturday morning...

Bucket list moment, playing a Beatles' song at the Edgewater

yeah I know...

Richland Chambers Picture Day one day late

Birds and the bees..

Pictures... I missed Friday picture day so, here are some pictures from our backyard and the office.  The birds are amazing at the lake and their are dozens and dozens of different species in the Richland Chambers Lake area.  Here are just a few house birds.

By the way, you know you're getting older when you bird watch and enjoy it...

Morning conversation at the feeder

Kinda sad this Painted Bunting hit the glass
on the back porch last April

Killdeer protecting the nest in the parking lot
at RE/MAX LakeSide Dreams

Eggs and chick mamma's protecting

House finch and not 100% sure on the yellow ones,
Anybody...?

                               

Cardinals on the big feeder..

Whoa, it's tough being a heart patient...

All smiles after Saturday afternoon showing houses

Let me preface this by saying I'm feeling much better and am recovering well. But man, I remember the days when we would go and go and stay up late then go and go some more and then work all week while staying up late......on and on. I'm older now, yes I understand that but, in my younger days I built our first house mostly with just day labor while running the night crew at Brookshire's.  In more recent years we work a lot, often 7 days a week during the busy season while having a lot of fun... a little tiring at times but,  noooo problem.

Saturday Afternoon, Harbor Inn

That was before my cardiac adventure.  Now I show houses in town Saturday morning, show houses by water that afternoon. Then show houses again by water Sunday afternoon plus tie in just a little fun, (Friday eve. get together, Sunday eve. great dinner, great friends) and boy I am wiped out.  It's only Tuesday!  I'm glad it's cold and rainy for a few days.  I think I slept 12 hours last night and powered by coffee today....



Pictures from the weekend and a video heading out Sunday afternoon...

Sunday afternoon was cloudy but the lake was like glass

Sunday morning's music scheduling showings early

My ride awaits, Sunday morning

Home sweet home Sunday evening

Friday... Richland Chambers Cool Picture Day!!

Yeah I know the title sounds goofy, but I have discovered blogging is work. Those of you who know me know I am rarely at a loss for words however trying to blog regularly is a challenge.  

So... today my "article" is just some cool lake pictures.

Enjoy...

Parker Teel trying to catch the ' big one'

Richland Chambers spillway area in flood 

RC spillway and Trinity River Bottom in flood

Sunrise on my boat dock

Tarrant Regional Water District's George W Shannon Wetlands

What to Look for in a Lake Lot

What is the absolute #1 most important factor to keep in mind when looking/choosing a lake lot?  What do I really need to know about lake property?
Ah, "Questions 67&68" ... (can't help it, been a Chicago fan since I was 14).

But really, buying a piece of property is an important decision and should be done carefully. So the most important thing to remember is choose something you like!  Seriously! There are important factors to take into consideration during the selection process but ultimately choose something you like, somewhere you want to spend a lot of time.

On Richland Chambers Lake there are more than 300 waterfront lots for sale, priced from $19,900 to $1,000,000+.  So no matter how you slice it it is a process of elimination.


Location, Location, Location.....

Richland Chambers Lake is a big place so driving from point A to point b can vary significantly. Which direction will you be coming from most of the time, or which direction will you be going most of the time?
There is good water, depth and views, in most neighborhoods around the lake depending on your location within the neighborhood.
Is sunrise/sunset  important to you? How about open water vs protected water? Trees? ...  Are you primarily a fisherman or do you like water sports or both?  Yeah, I want it All!!!


There are 3 school districts around the lake, the taxes are very similar with the Freestone county portion of the lake being a little bit less.  Basic services are available pretty much in all areas around the lake;  community water, elec, phone, internet (to varying degrees), trash collection, propane service, yard services, house keepers, etc...

Tarrant Regional Water District is the governing authority for Richland Chambers Lake check them out at TRWD.com.
Also we have a Richland Chambers FAQ page on our website BuyRCLake.com/FAQ

"The Build Line"

What is the "Build Line"?  The water level of Richland Chambers Lake when full is  315' above sea level. The flood stage level for Richland Chambers is 320' above sea level. The 320' level is what is know as the "Build Line".  The lake level is controlled by a 447' spillway with 24 gates. (In 27 years of operation the highest the lake has risen is 317.67'.) 

Tarrant Regional Water District does not allow permanent structures, apart from boathouses, sidewalks, patios etc.., to be built below the 320' elevation.  

Also Richland Chambers Lake is fed by 2 Corps of Engineers lakes, Navarro Mills and Lake Bardwell. Both of these lakes have 25'+ flood stages and water is 'held back' during times of flooding to control the amount of water coming into Richland Chambers and ultimately the amount of water going downstream in the Trinity River.        

So it is a good idea to be aware of where the build line is on the piece of property you are considering. Check out the plat of the lot.  Do you want a big backyard? or do you want to be as close to the water as possible?  Do you want to put in a pool?
These are not the only things to take into account. There are other important items such as Deed Restrictions so research and make sure you can do what you want to do on the property.
Again what is important to you is the main thing. Do your homework, know what you are buying. Find someone who knows the area and has the information.

A local RE/MAX Agent is by far the best choice!

Just sayin....

Ok so how did the lake tour go?...

Alright, how was the first lake tour of 2016?

Well the pictures don't lie, the weather was beautiful the sun felt great and Richland Chambers Lake was absolutely beautiful.  We got a little chili out on the open water going from neighborhood to neighborhood, but the warm sun was just what we needed. 

So all in all how did it go? 

"Any day on the water, barring mechanical failure or a dis-functional captain is a good day."

The modern day ancient mariner        

We had a wonderful day.  The lake was calm and the wind was light so we made really good time.  We started out checking out some lots along the peninsula in The Shores and then cruised down to Southpoint and Sandy Cove to look at some more properties for sale.  We then set our course back in a north easterly direction, went under the 287 bridge and cruised up on the eastern shore of the Chambers Creek arm of the lake.






The next lake tour is scheduled for this next Saturday afternoon, yeah baby.   I am taking clients to go see houses on the south side.  Saturday calls for partly sunny, highs in the 70's and maybe a little wind.
Sounds good to me!!...

Here are a couple of the lots we looked at last Thursday along the eastern shore:

Lot 38 Shoreline Road in Chambers Point-BuyRCLake.com

This one is over in Chambers Point on the east side of the lake. Chambers Point is a great neighborhood and the lot is build ready.  Utilities in place, retaining wall and sidewalk along the water and good water.  Lot 28 is listed for $85,000.







Lots 57/58 Arrowhead Point  Sweetwater Ranch-BuyRCLake.com

           Great Deal Alert!!

Lots 57/58  are being sold together for a total of about 1.3 acres.  They have very nice trees and views for miles.  Sweetwater Ranch on Richland Chambers is one of those off the beaten path communities that has nature at it's finest and lots of friendly folks. These lots are a great deal at $89,000 for the two.

                     

Great Deal Alert on Richland Chambers Lake Property

Great Deal Alert on Premium Waterfront Property

The Shores circa 2009
Lot 505 is down towards the 'boot' on the outside

If you're looking for a great deal on waterfront property what you're looking for may just be in the Shores on Richland Chambers Lake.  There are 70 waterfront lots for sale today in The Shores and some really good deals on very nice waterfront property. The Shores is a 660 lot subdivision located right in the heart of the lake area. Featuring great amenities, gated entrance, live security and all around beautiful neighborhood. The Shores offers wonderful, quiet, Texas style waterfront living.

Lot 505 Waterfront

How about living down on the Peninsula where the water is deep and the views are incredible...

One of the best deals on the lake today is lot 505 in The Shores.  Lot 505 is listed for only $129,000, it has premium, dockable, southwesterly facing waterfront 

and the retaining wall is in place. 

Truly a slice of paradise!   Lots along this side of the peninsula have sold for 150K+!

   Check out the listing here:

          BuyRCLake.com Lot 505

The Sailboat Canal

       Or the Screaming Deal 

Lot 415

$19,900

On the Sailboat canal in The Shores about a half acre, 100 ft of waterfront.  The lot features a good level building site with utilities in place.  The canal is about 7 feet deep in the middle and ready for your boat dock! There is no time limit to build.
Check it out here!
     BuyRCLake.com Lot 415

Lot 505 Build site