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Week 2 52 Weeks in Magnolia, TX a visit to JAX Burgers, Fries and Shakes

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Time for a road trip.  Everyone has gotta eat and hamburgers have been an American staple since before Ray Kroc ate his first hamburger… well you know the story.  I decided it was time to check out JAX burgers, fries and Shakes…yes I had all three.  JAX is a family owned joint with three locations in the Houston area….Pearland, Spring, and the newest location in Magnolia, Texas.

The menu is easy to follow and the atmosphere is warm and friendly.  Menu board on the wall as you walk in to order at the counter.  You can also call ahead or use the drive thru. All of their burgers are Certified Angus Beef and the ice cream for the shakes is Texas made Blue Bell.  Six different ways you can have your fries. 

I am a burger magnet, but this was one time I had trouble ordering, so many good burger choices.  I forgot to ask if they have a burger sampler platter…hmmm something for next trip.  I ordered the #7 Guac burger, I love guacamole on a hamburger, ymmmm.  I tried the garlic fries, and while they were very tasty I did smell like garlic afterwards…that was a shocker.  I am going to have to try the sweet potato fries next time.  I’m not a fan of sweet potatoes, but as a fry that just might work for me.  I rounded out my order with a cookies and creme shake.  Everything was fresh, warm and VERY tasty.  I got my order to go and their packaging keep all the juices in their prospective areas.

So if you’re looking for a burger option or a neat place to take the family in Magnolia, TX check out JAX (32823 FM 2978, across from the Target shopping center).  No golden arches, just good food and did I mention they have tv’s too.

A REALTORS Perspective

A huge part of buying a home is the fact that you ARE buying a community too.  So if you’re looking for a home, look around the home.   Your looking for a community that has a solid foundation, just like your home.  A solid foundation can with stand almost any storm, economic or weather.  So get out there and let me know what restaurant, shop, church, park, etc that you would like me to review in Magnolia, Texas.

Live Life to the Fullest,

 

S.C.

Week 1 52 Weeks in Spring, TX. a visit to JAX burgers fries and Shakes

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Everyone has gotta eat and hamburgers have been an American staple since before Ray Kroc ate his first hamburger… well you know the story.  I decided it was time to check out JAX burgers, fries and Shakes…yes I had all three.  JAX is a family owned joint with three locations in the Houston area….Pearland, Spring, and the newest location in Magnolia, Texas.

The menu is easy to follow and the atmosphere is warm and friendly.  Menu board on the wall as you walk in to order at the counter.  You can also call ahead or use the drive thru. All of their burgers are Certified Angus Beef and the ice cream for the shakes is Texas made Blue Bell.  Six different ways you can have your fries. 

I am a burger magnet, but this was one time I had trouble ordering, so many good burger choices.  I forgot to ask if they have a burger sampler platter…hmmm something for next trip.  I ordered the #1 JAX burger, I tried the regular fries, and they were both awesome.  I am going to have to try the sweet potato fries next time.  I’m not a fan of sweet potatoes, but as a fry that just might work for me.  I rounded out my order with a vanilla shake.  Everything was fresh, warm and VERY tasty.  I got my order to go and their packaging keep all the juices in their prospective areas.

So if you’re looking for a burger option or a neat place to take the family in Spring, TX check out JAX (4334 FM 2920, 3 miles west of I-45. Between I-45 and Kuykendahl!).  No golden arches, just good food and did I mention they have tv’s too. 

 A REALTORS Perspective

A huge part of buying a home is the fact that you ARE buying a community too.  So if you’re looking for a home, look around the home.   Your looking for a community that has a solid foundation, just like your home.  A solid foundation can with stand almost any storm, economic or weather.  Check out the foundation around you and let me know what restaurant, shop, church, park, etc that you would like me to review in Spring, Texas.

Live Life to the Fullest,

 
 
 
 
S.C.

Buying a home The REAL step number 1

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Money Tree Deciding that you want to buy a home is not really the first step in home ownership and your path to personal wealth.  Before you even start looking at homes, you need to get prequalified.  Your REALTOR can help you decide what type of lender you want to prequalify you, but going through the steps to get prequalified will help you decide if this is the right time for you to buy a home.  The interest rates may be right and homes may be available, but your financial future may not be ready….yet.  Here’s the example I like to give my clients:

You’ve decided that you want to go on vacation.  You have packed the car, got the snacks, boarded the animals, got the mail and newspapers on hold.  Your destination, Disney World in Orlando, FL.  You have your vision, but you haven’t yet looked at all the small goals that have to be met: 1) are you driving straight thru? 2) If your going to stop along the way, where? 3) did you book a hotel along the way 4) are you going to sleep in the car 5) did you book a hotel at or around Disney World? 6) Can you car handle the trip? 7) Can you afford the expenses to go to Disney World? 8)Do you have enough gas

Taking off looking for a home without getting prequalified is just like jumping in the car and heading for Disney World without checking the gas and looking under the hood.  Once you check out your car you might find that it won’t make the trip so you change your destination to Sea World in San Antonio, TX and make it a day trip.

Getting prequalified will make your home buying experience go a lot smoother.  The lender will be asking you specific questions regarding debt, income, etc.  Gathering the information they will need may take you some time to find.  Having your taxes, and banking records at your fingertips helps a lot. Their guidance on your finances will help you determine the price range you can afford.  Most sellers will not even consider an offer unless they have proof of financing or funds available(bank statement for cash buyers). By making this step number one you will be ready to search homes in your price range and make an offer with your REALTOR right when you find one.

Live Life to the Fullest,

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S.C.