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About papesellssatx

*Assisting people achieve their dream of owning or selling a home with professionalism and excellent customer service *ABR, MRP, PMN, CNAS, TRLP Graduate *Licensed Texas REALTOR® #0207820 *Active member of the Women's Council of REALTORS®, Texas Association of REALTORS®, National Association of REALTORS®, San Antonio Board of REALTORS® and a TREPAC Contributor. *Love REFERRALS and love to REFER... *WHO IN YOUR CIRCLE OF FRIENDS IS THE MOST LIKELY TO MAKE A MOVE NEXT? *Whether you are moving to, from or within San Antonio, surrounding areas or anywhere in the United States, I am here to assist you. www.trudypape.com Coldwell Banker, D'Ann Harper, REALTORS® 7523 North Loop 1604 West San Antonio, TX, 78249 Texas Licensed REALTOR® #0207820 Texas law requires all real estate licensees to give the following information about brokerage services to prospective buyers, tenants, sellers and landlords. http://www.trec.state.tx.us/pdf/contracts/op-k.pdf

Pay Now or Pay Later

Posted on January 21, 2013 by papesellssatx

What a great deal to be able to buy your dream home with little to no money down! I think I’ll do that again! There are hard realities to face with many home buyers who have purchased their homes with … Continue reading →

Posted in Local, Military, Mortgages, Real Estate, San Antonio, Uncategorized | Tagged buyers, Local, mortgages, Real Estate, San Antonio Real Estate, Sellers | Leave a comment

Baby It’s Cold Outside…

Posted on January 7, 2013 by papesellssatx

…So it’s time for comfort foods. And, of course, comfort wines. Comfort foods are rich and hearty. They put a tear in your eye as you remember Mom’s cooking. They cause you to ignore daunting levels of fat, calories … Continue reading →

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Cold Weather + Soup = Heaven

Posted on December 29, 2012 by papesellssatx

It seems every month is a ____ month, i.e. Ice Cream, Cheese, Chocolate and January is no different. SOUP is the dish of the month for January. Makes perfect sense to me to help take the chill off those cold … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Wine, San Antonio, Seasons | Tagged Cold Weather, Quick Family Meals, Soup, Wild Rice, Winter Food | Leave a comment

Color = Mood

Posted on October 1, 2012 by papesellssatx

What kind of mood are your sending? Are you happy, sad, relaxed? It is interesting how colors affect our moods, the way we think and whether we are attracted to or repelled by something. Colors are even believed to have … Continue reading →

Posted in Real Estate, Seasons, Uncategorized | Tagged colors, decorating, home, how colors affect our moods, moods, Real Estate, staging, type of mood | Leave a comment

Wanting More Information?

Posted on August 7, 2012 by papesellssatx

Your out driving the neighborhoods looking for the next place you want to live. Suddenly, without notice, you come upon a house that looks just perfect and is in the neighborhood you love. The best part is it is FOR … Continue reading →

Posted in Local, Military, Mortgages, Real Estate, San Antonio, Uncategorized | Tagged For Sale, Home Tips, Housing, Real Estate, REALTORS, Relocation, san antonio homes, san antonio houses | Leave a comment

Texas BBQ & Chili at the DAM

Posted on July 27, 2012 by papesellssatx

I know it is “HOT” in Texas and the San Antonio area is no exception; however we “love” our barbecue and chili any time of the year. If your in the area or looking for something to do this weekend, … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Food & Wine, Local, Travel | Tagged barbecue, bbq, canyon lake, chili, Cookoffs, dance, eat, Food, hill country, lake, Music, tubing | Leave a comment

New Opportunities for Kayaking/Canoeing

Posted on July 19, 2012 by papesellssatx

If you like to kayak or canoe, there is a new place for you. A new section of the San Antonio River has been opened up for both of those water sports enthusiasts to enjoy. The San Antonio River is the … Continue reading →

Posted in Local, Military, San Antonio, Seasons, Travel | Tagged Canoe, Kayak, River, San Antonio, San Antonio River, Water Sports | Leave a comment

San Antonio’s Melting Pot Festival

Posted on June 9, 2012 by papesellssatx

Even though San Antonio has a Hispanic influence, there are many ethnic groups which have contributed to its rich heritage and culture. Experience the delicious cuisine, traditional dances, fine-crafted keepsakes, storytelling and music of more than 40 ethnic groups at … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Food & Wine, Local, San Antonio, Seasons, Travel | Tagged celebration, culture, downtown, festival, folklife, Food, June 2012, San Antonio, Texas, Weekend | Leave a comment

Grillin’ & Tacos

Posted on May 18, 2012 by papesellssatx

If you haven’t already fired up the grill, now is the time to do so. If you are looking for something quick, easy and delicious try these Grilled Fish Tacos…YUM! GRILLED FISH TACOS Ingredients 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Wine, San Antonio, Seasons, Uncategorized | Tagged Fish, Grilled, Grilling, San Antonio, Tacos | Leave a comment

A Sudsy Turn Around

Posted on April 30, 2012 by papesellssatx

Have you ever wondered what the hotels so when you leave that used bar of soap in the bath? Do they throw it away? Does the staff take it home? Just what happens to that small piece of soap? Well … Continue reading →

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