Articles by Tim Dillard

1) Where are the Top Homes for Sale in Galveston County?
Galveston County, Texas, is a premier housing location due to its warm, sunny weather and vast beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. However, this is not a small county by any standards. It is home to over 20 separate communities, including the cities of Bayou Vista, Cleart Lake Shores, Dickinson, Friendswood, Galveston, Hitchcock, Jamaica Beach, Kemah, La Marque, League City, Santa Fe, and Texas City, as well as... » read more

2) Texas Ranks as One of Top Places to Live in America
Sienna Plantation of Missouri City, Texas, is a residential community that ranks way up there as one of the top places to live in America. This is because Missouri City has made it to the Money Magazine 2007 list of the 100 best cities to live in, in the state of Texas. Texas itself has 6 towns which were listed in the same year among the 100 best towns to live in, in the United States. Being a... » read more

3) The Best Neighborhoods Fort Bend Has to Offer
Fort Bend County, a growing area in Houston, Texas, has a number of new neighborhoods coming into development. There are plenty of planned communities that are opening new high end neighborhoods, or just making additions to the ones they already have been built. Many of the best Fort Bend county neighborhoods can be found in the Sienna Plantation community. This is a popular community in Houston with... » read more

4) Houston Water Park Communities
Throughout the city of Houston, you will find many prestigious Houston water park communities. This type of community is generally in an upper class area that is a gated community. Houston water park communities also have a water park within their boundaries, and most often also contain a golf course as well. If you are looking for Houston luxury homes, you will find many available in these communities.... » read more

5) The Best Fort Bend County Neighborhoods
What does it mean to live in one of the best Ford Bend County neighborhoods? It means to live in safe, productive neighborhoods with great homes, family values, community projects, good schools, and of course, that intangible feeling of knowing that every time you pull into your driveway you are in the one place you want to be out of anywhere else in the world. What makes the best Ford Bend County... » read more

6) Gated Communities are Top Notch
If you're looking for extravagant living at some of the very best prices available, you only need to look at the gated communities that are part of Sienna Plantation. This planned community contains twenty neighborhoods, all interconnected by various amenities and schools that are available to all residents. The benefits to living within gated communities are many, including residing in a safer environment... » read more

7) Best Fort Bend County Neighborhoods
In Fort Bend County, you will find plentiful cities and towns, as well as un-incorporated areas that are wonderful to live in and some of the best Fort Bend County neighborhoods. Throughout this area there are many neighborhoods that are top notch and are some of the best places to live in America. Some of the top places to live in here are in Houston, which is located partially in Fort Bend County as well... » read more

8) Top Places to Live in Galveston County
How would you like to own your own piece of island beach real estate, right in Houston's back yard? Galveston County occupies its own island two miles off the Houston coast, and has been rated by CNN Money as one of the best places to live in Texas in 2007. The entire island is seeing extensive development, and you can buy homes in some of the top places to live in Galveston County for very... » read more

9) Looking to Make A Good Real Estate Investment
If you are looking for low-priced commercial property for sale, Houston might not be your best bet. However, if you are looking to make a good real estate investment or buy premises that will really allow your business to grow and give you access to all of the clients you want, then you should definitely be looking at the commercial real estate Houston, Texas has to offer. One of the things that has... » read more

10) Houston Commercial Development is Growing
Commercial development in Houston is continuing to grow and become a larger part of the Houston economy every year. The Houston area has always been a prime location for real estate and especially commercial real estate. Commercial development is booming, Houston has become a business hub with office complexes and plazas going up all around the area. The biggest reason there is so much development in the... » read more

11) One of Houston's Top Shopping Center Developers
The Johnson Development Corp has been serving the Houston area, in addition to both urban and suburban cities in other states, since 1975. It was founded and led by Larry D. Johnson, a bright mind from Texas Tech University. With this company, he has left a prominent footprint in the real estate community. We at the Johnson Development Corp continue to provide superior real estate opportunities in all... » read more

12) The Property Market in Galveston County
The Galveston County property market in Texas can be confusing to first time home buyers, or anyone unfamiliar with the best Galveston county neighborhoods. Some houses seem to be outrageously expensive, while others seem to be suspiciously cheap. Much of this is a recent development, and can be attributed to one or two major factors. The first of these is of course the current housing crisis, brought... » read more

13) For Those Interested in Building An Establishment
Have you ever been interested in building an establishment in Houston, Texas? Maybe you haven't done so because of funding, or maybe you just haven't been able to find the right site to build on. There could be a number of reasons why Houston has seemed out of reach, but here at the Johnson Development Corp., we're offering a number of pad sites in Houston that you could purchase. There are currently... » read more

14) Finding The Best New Homes
Cherokee County is one of the fastest growing counties in the Atlanta metropolitan area - which is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation. Cherokee County, "where the Metro meets the mountains", offers all of the amenities of living in a major metropolitan area along with all the advantages of living in the luxuriously beautiful lap of Mother Nature. The newest of the new Cherokee County new homes... » read more

15) America's Top Developer
Real estate in America is a business like no other. With so much sprawling land, the resources for making new homes, retail outlets, entertainment centers, etc. are nearly endless. It can also be a little more than most people can chew, which makes it hard to find a great developer that understands what America has to offer, without being overwhelmed by it. The Johnson Development Corp. has had years of... » read more

16) Build or Buy - Custom Homes
In Atlanta, there's a certain allure to buying a new home as opposed to what's called in the industry a "resale" home. There are several different ways to buy new. You can buy new construction in a planned community, choose a pre-built home, buy a new, finished home or choose a custom home builder and start with your own blueprints. Your choice of how to buy a new home will depend on a great many factors... » read more

17) Active Adult Communities Take the Forefront
We've heard it referred to as "the graying of America", "the Baby Boomer tsunami" and "the pre-senior population". Sociologists and others have been sounding a warning bell for years about the stresses that elderly and maturing Baby Boomers will put on an already stressed system. What they all failed to take into account in all their dire predictions is the fact that this generation is unlike any other... » read more

18) Only the Best Schools in Fort Bend County Will Do
Fort Bend understands that your children's education is important to you and your family. That is why we are proud to be a part of some of the best schools in Fort Bend County. The Fort Bend school district is proud to mix tradition with innovation and bring world class education to tomorrows leaders. Servicing nearly 70,000 young people on 63 different campuses the school district of Fort Bend County... » read more

19) Top Sugar Land Golf Course Communities
Sugar Land is a city in Fort Bend County, Texas and is the home to many master planned communities. Throughout the city there are many Sugar Land golf course communities complete with country clubs and lakes. The communities are perfect for families, retirees and professionals who love to golf, and throughout the city there are plenty of these communities that have homes available for sale or lots to build... » read more

20) Sugar Land New Homes Build on Luxury and Community
Just fifty years ago, Sugar Land, Texas was a tiny hamlet that had grown up as a company owned town. Developed as a residential community to support the Imperial Sugar Company, it was not until 1959 that it became a city under law. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the city grew - but not in the haphazard way that many cities expanded during those years of growth. Instead, the city's government worked... » read more

21) A Decline in Houston New Homes
Buyers interested in Texas property markets might have been wondering why there are fewer Houston new homes for sale in the last few months. Although the decline in property sales can be attributed to the changes to sub prime lending laws and the current housing crisis, the area does not seem to have been hit as hard as many markets across the country. The decrease in Houston new homes being sold has... » read more

22) The Value of Commercial Real Estate in Houston
Over the last few years, commercial real estate properties around the country have literally sky rocketed. Real estate in general has become increasingly more costly, and the commercial real estate in Houston is no exception. However, commercial properties can still be worth their weight in gold if you understand how to get your business to pay for the value of the real estate. For new potential... » read more

23) The Galveston County Real Estate Market
In Texas, new homes in Galveston County are going on the market at prices that might seem a little confusing to those not familiar with the area. There are a lot of factors that influence the property prices in this area, and some of these are surprising. You will find that after a careful consideration of property values in the area, Galveston is one of the best new places to live in the USA. The main... » read more

24) Houston New Homes are Full Of Surprises
Why should you be looking to invest in Houston property? Well, if you drive through Houston at any time of year, you will see all of the Houston new homes that are quickly making this city one of the best new places to live in the United States. Some of the homes going up are simply stunning, and many of them are extremely large and well-situated for their price. Even better news for buyers: the... » read more

25) The Market For a New Home In Houston
If you're in the market for a new home in Houston, you'll find plentiful opportunities for affordable urban and rural properties, family communities, and new condominium and townhouse developments. With it's lush greenery that surrounds suburbs, hot real estate market and affordable housing prices, Houston is definitely one of the best new places to live in the USA. Some of the top homes for sale in... » read more

26) The Houston Real Estate Market
If you are looking to find some of the top homes for sale in Houston, you might need to look a little harder this year. That is not to say that there are no good bargains out there - far from it! In fact, due to current restrictions in the subprime lending market, sales in many parts of Houston have declined slightly since May 2007. So what does this mean for property investors? Well, for starters the... » read more

27) Pleural Mesothelioma: Cancer of the Lining of the Lungs
If you look in a medical dictionary you will read that a disease that affects the lining of the lungs, or lung pleura is called pleural mesothelioma. Often times you may hear physicians describe this type of mesothelioma as cancer of the pleura. A fairly generalized misunderstanding of pleural mesothelioma is that it a form of primary lung cancer and this I not the case. In actuality, pleural... » read more

28) Peritoneal Mesothelioma - Cancer in Abdominal Lining
There is a particular type of cancer that affects the abdominal lining called peritoneal mesothelioma. Exposure to asbestos and asbestos products is the source of this cancer. Because it is known to affect the lining of the abdomen called the peritoneal, there are issues related to how well the abdomen is able to protect the organs in the region and how well it is lubricated which enables the organs to... » read more

29) Asbestos Lawsuits - Protecting Your Rights
Asbestos lawsuits have become a major issue in many states. The high damages that have been awarded to many plaintiffs have encouraged people suffering from asbestos related conditions to file their own asbestos lawsuits in the hope of recovering some of the financial costs of treating mesothelioma, asbestosis and other medical costs arising from exposure to asbestos. Because so many people have been... » read more

30) Seven SUV Rollover Tips
SUVs are notoriously known in the automobile industry for being quick to get into rollover accidents. While this is not a totally unfounded claim, it is also important to note that SUV rollovers typically don't happen because of manufacturer defects or design flaws' they happen because drivers are dangerous in a vehicle that is already prone to rollovers under certain conditions. But how's a driver to... » read more

31) SUV Rollover Accident Attorneys
If you or someone in your family has suffered injury or death due to an accident in your sport utility vehicle, consulting with an SUV rollover accident attorney can be a good way to ensure proper compensation for the accident is procured. Your SUV rollover accident could be the result of faulty engineering of the vehicle or of tires whose propensity for blowout caused the incident. Before trying to... » read more

32) SUV Rollover Accidents - What to Know Before Buying an SUV
SUVs - Sport Utility Vehicles - are more popular than ever. Ownership of SUVs increased dramatically by 250% in the United States from 1995 to 2002 as many people, especially families, were seduced into buying an SUV partly in the belief that bigger meant safer. If you are thinking of buying an SUV, there is good news and bad news as far as safety is concerned. In general an SUV is more than twice as... » read more

33) Pericardial Mesothelioma - Cancer of the Heart Lining
Pericardial mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that affects the pericardium - the lining of tissue around the heart. It is the rarest form of mesothelioma, making up less than ten percent of mesothelioma cases. Like all forms of mesothelioma, pericardial mesothelioma has been linked to asbestos exposure. Many people believe that mesothelioma is a cancer that only affects the lungs. In fact,... » read more

34) The Facts About Asbestos Exposure
Knowing the facts about asbestos exposure will help you to protect yourself and your loved ones. The U.S. and many other governments have compiled fact sheets and created guidelines and laws for handling and reporting asbestos exposure, as well as strict guidelines for asbestos removal and abatement. Being informed about asbestos and the dangers of asbestos exposure can help you avoid becoming a statistic. » read more

35) Choosing an Asbestos Attorney in Mesothelioma Lawsuits
Choosing an asbestos attorney to represent you in a mesothelioma lawsuit is one of the most important decisions that you'll make if you decide to pursue compensation for your illness. Your choice of asbestos attorney can make a very big difference not only to the size of your settlement, but to your overall experience in bringing suit. An experienced asbestos attorney can do far more than fight for... » read more

36) How to Deal with an SUV Rollover
SUV rollovers are notoriously dangerous. Thousands of motor vehicles are involved in rollovers every single year, and the unfortunately thing about that is not only are many of these accidents preventable, but also that once people get into accidents, they have absolutely no idea what to do. If you own an SUV it is important to learn about rollovers so that you can avoid them and, God forbid your SUV does... » read more

37) Why You Should Consult an Asbestos Lawyer
If you've been diagnosed with a condition related to asbestos exposure, a lawyer familiar with the laws surrounding asbestos and compensation could be one of your most valuable allies. An asbestos lawyer can help you recover medical costs and compensation for the pain, loss and suffering you and your family are going through. An experienced asbestos lawyer can work with you to establish that your condition... » read more

38) Seeking Support from a Mesothelioma Lawyer
If you are reading this article, you probably are concerned about yourself, a loved one, or a friend who has been diagnosed (or died) with some form of mesothelioma. Many people who have just been diagnosed with an asbestos related mesothelioma cancer are in shock and have many different things to think about. Some of the issues and concerns on your mind may include the prognosis for your recovery, the... » read more

39) Information about Working with a Mesothelioma Attorney
Mesothelioma is a tragic disease because it is 100% preventable. The fact that you are looking at this article may mean that you, or a loved one, has been diagnosed with a form of mesothelioma and you have heard that in some cases patients have legal rights that can be upheld. You are right about legal rights. The reason there is legislation related to mesothelioma is because many persons with... » read more

40) What Constitutes Nursing Home Neglect?
In America today, we have placed nearly 2 million elderly family members under the direct care of a nursing home. Something you probably don't want to tell grandma or grandpa is that they could very well be living in one of the thousands that have been charged with neglect or abuse. Take notice. Neglect is widespread. Unfortunately, as most people grow older, they become more susceptible to negligence and... » read more