Sep 5, 2016 | Real Estate
Where did Labor Day come from you ask?
Labor Day was created as a way to acknowledge and pay tribute to the workforce for all that they have done to make our country prosperous and strong.
The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City, and other cities followed this example in the following years. It was in 1894 that Congress passed a law making the first Monday of September a legal holiday.
Now that you know….we hope you have a fun and safe Labor Day! Thank you to all you hard workers out there, for all that you do!
Sep 2, 2016 | Floor Plan Friday
Our featured floor plan is a MUST SEE in the quiet community of West Crossing located in Anna. The Wakefield floor plan built by Horizon Homes offers 2,843 square feet of space with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage. Starting under $300,000 for this size home you are welcomed when walking into this floor plan by the open foyer. Guest suite located at the front with study tucked away before entering the open living room and kitchen, this floor plan is great for entertaining! The large master suite is separate with great features including a double vanity. Upstairs features a large game room space with three bedrooms and a bathroom perfect for any growing family. Horizon Homes offers many great standard features as well as several upgrade options that are worth checking out!
West Crossing in Anna is away from some of the hustle and bustle that comes with the City but still close to all that you need to get to. This community is located in Anna ISD and offers amenities such as a clubhouse, fitness center, greenbelts, and a community pool. Call us today at 214-620-0411 to see this floor plan and community with all it has to offer!
Aug 27, 2016 | Recipe Post Cards, The Marr Team
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Directions
- Remove any stickers, clean bell peppers and dry. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Coat each side of the pepper with olive oil, place peppers on foil covered cookie sheet and drizzle with additional olive oil.
- Place cookie sheet in preheated oven
- Watch the peppers and flip every 10-15 minutes in order to make sure each side is evenly roasted. (approximately 30-40 minutes)
- Remove from oven and place in large covered bowl, let set for approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Once peppers have cooled you should easily be able to peel away the skin.
- Cut the pepper in half and clean the seeds, rinse in cool water and dry
Enjoy
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Aug 26, 2016 | Floor Plan Friday
Located in the new community of Hollyhock in Frisco, our featured floor plan Kamelia is built by Drees Custom Homes. The Kamelia floor plan offers spacious living space throughout. Private master suite located in front of the house with a rear entry garage. Upstairs bedrooms offer a jack and jill set up and guest suite along with open space to below. Perfect for entertaining the standard back porch on this floor plan is a MUST SEE! Beautiful standard features offered by Drees Custom Homes with many additional upgrade options.
Hollyhock is a new community located just 1.5 miles west of the North Dallas Tollway. This family friend community is in Frisco ISD and offers several amenities including fitness center, swimming pool, and nature trails. Beautiful community…call us today for your VIP tour at 214-620-0411.
Aug 12, 2016 | Floor Plan Friday
You will love the Hackberry floor plan with M/I Homes in Park Ridge McKinney as soon as you see it! This floor plan offers 1,887 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with many great options available including a 4th bedroom and game room to name a few. Walking in through the large covered front porch you enter into an elegant foyer which leads to an open living space. Split bedrooms as well as a hide-away laundry; this floor plan even offers a mud room set up. Enjoy entertaining on the large back porch or opt to add an additional game room upstairs. Amazing open kitchen has roomy island and lots of counter space. Must see!
Don’t miss this chance to check out this beautiful M/I floor plan in Park Ridge, located in McKinney ISD. Great community in a sought after location, call us today to see this floor plan today at 214-620-0411.
Aug 8, 2016 | Real Estate
The start of a new school year speeds up the pace of life! Between the car pool line, football games, study sessions and the school projects, soon enough there will be little time to focus on home projects. Get organized and ahead of the chaos for a successful and stress-free school year with these three simple tips.
Tip 1: Organize and De-Clutter! Make room for new supplies first by getting rid of unnecessary items from the prior year. Once you can start from a clean slate there are many accessories that can be easily added. Try adding a dry erase board to the wall to keep paper from piling up, file folders to keep school projects organized by subject and stylish storage cubes to keep supplies neatly stored. Also, set the precedent from the moment the house is entered by adding hanging hooks for coats and backpacks and shoe bins in the foyer, laundry room or mud room space.
Tip 2: Create a DIY study space. The perfect solution for the child who can’t seem buckle down for study time is a quiet and cozy retreat. To keep distractions far away, find a place in the home that is distant from the television, video games or internet. One great option is to go with a lofted bed, which most kids enjoy and is an efficient use of space, to create a study nook underneath. If a desk seems too formal, opt for comfortable bean bag chairs, a book case and mini side table.
Tip 3: It’s time for a kitchen overhaul. With busy schedules underway it’s important to make the most of family time around the dinner table. Spruce up your kitchen to be functional, yet inviting. A chalkboard for weekly menus keeps the family organized and looks stylish and for the tech-savy family a blue-tooth speaker to add music background for a relaxing end to a busy day.
Aug 5, 2016 | Floor Plan Friday
Today we are featuring the beautiful 2,897 sq ft Evant (2889) floor plan with Plantation Homes. This great two-story floor plan has 4 bedrooms and 2-1/2 bath with many great upgrade options. The luxurious master suite features 2 master closets and spacious set up. The upstairs has all of the extra rooms with a big open space above the living that really adds personality to this floor plan. Perfect back porch for entertaining, you definitely want to see this floor plan in person!
Located in The Parks of Legacy community in Prosper, you can also enjoy all of the community amenities available such as a large community park, amenity center and pool. Close to the Dallas North Tollway, this community is also located in the sought after Prosper ISD. Call us today for your chance to see this floor plan in person at 214-620-0411.
Aug 1, 2016 | Real Estate
SAY CHEESE IT’S CONTEST TIME!!
For the entire month of August….Spot our Marr Team truck or one of our “For Sale” signs and snap a picture with it. Then post that picture of you with the truck or sign on Facebook and tag @Marr Team- The Real Estate Consultants with #marrteam for your chance to win! Every post with an item, truck or sign, that is sighted in a different location will be one entry in the drawing to win a $100 Lowes Gift card! Winner will be drawn and announced on August 31st!
Pokemon Go doesn’t pay you to win, but Marr Team Go does!! Have fun!
Jul 29, 2016 | Floor Plan Friday
If you have been searching for a spread out one-story home with 4 bedrooms…look no further! The floor plan we are sharing today is the Ashbourne floor plan offered by David Weekley Homes currently being built in Windsong Ranch in Prosper. This floor plan has amazing appeal with split bedrooms, 4 total, and 3-1/2 to 4 bath option while still offering a 3 car garage! At just over 3,300 square feet this home has beautiful features and personality with options to enclose the study for work space or leave open for more open living space. Upgraded outdoor living option is great for entertaining guests!
One-story homes with 4 bedrooms all on the first floor are rare finds! David Weekley does a great job with this floor plan while still offering a spacious master suite and a powder bath! Rooms are all roomy with must-have closet space and when debating on adding that outdoor living upgrade, look at the nice serving area in the breakfast nook. The beautiful kitchen features a large island and double oven. This is the floor plan that keeps on giving!
Windsong Ranch is a growing community in Prosper ISD that has several amazing amenities to offer including club house, pools, and parks. Great family community! We would love the opportunity to give you a VIP tour of this floor plan and many more, give us a call to 214-620-0411 to schedule it today!
Jul 27, 2016 | Recipe Post Cards, The Marr Team
Considering a move? Let’s connect! We can help you weigh your decision and find the perfect solution!
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1-1 1/2 cups shredded Asiago cheese
- 3-4 slices of bacon – cooked and crumbled
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- oil for frying
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
In a small bowl, mix egg and water. In another small bowl, mix parmesan, salt, pepper, and garlic. Meanwhile, heat oil in frying pan over high heat. Dip each chicken breast first in egg mixture, then in cheese. Fry in oil until crust is golden brown, turn and repeat. Repeat for other side. Remove chicken from pan and place on a foil lined baking sheet. You can use wire rack to keep the chicken crispy! Place pan on center oven rack and bake for 20 minutes, or until the juices run clear. remove pan from oven, set heat to broil. Top chicken breast with asiago cheese and bacon and place back in oven under broiler until cheese is melted.
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