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JoAnna Kanzleiter, new EnSuite firm make real estate easy By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
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Kanzleiter said she believes every client should have the most stress-free transaction if she can help it. As a realtor since 2010 and broker since 2017, she moved to Houston about three years ago with a vision of creating a stress-free transaction. Possessing an industrial engineering degree from Kansas State University, Kanzleiter previously merged companies with a Chinese real estate investment company and her last brokerage from 2015-17, and believes her knowledge of negotiating transactions and business savvy are a boon to her clients along with a background of 15 years of property management and trust funds, which shows she can handle various transactions from pro-
Contributed photo Pictured is a virtual enhancement of pool tropical landscaping available at a home at 2502 Del Norte St., one of the newest listings for JoAnna Kanzleiter. The 8,330 square foot lot, which Kanzleiter is having an open house for Sunday, Nov. 29, has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms and is listed for a price of $439,900.
bates and investments to the regular sales. What’s more, with a family of her own – including a son who attends St. Rose of Lima and cheering him on in Soccer Shots – she believes it is important to treat her clients like family. “It’s all about the relationship,” she said. Kanzleiter believes that her experience working with everyone from millionaires to the coffee shop baristas can serve her clients well. She enjoys assisting a wide variety of clients to reach their real estate goals, and considers her clients the
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Bank of America awards grant to Avenue By Betsy Denson
to get the best price for your home or dream home, EnSuite knows there is no one-sizefits-all in real estate. “I believe it needs to be a key fit, for your client,” she said. “Every key is different and every fit is different, just like my client and their home.” EnSuite’s top-tier commission service includes making your home shine during COVID with all the virtual videos, tours and enhanced photos along with jam-packed marketing tools to 27,000 Houston agents, 14,000 potential local buyers, over 50 websites and much more that’s tweaked for
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Central Bank to open branch in Lower Heights Houston’s longest-serving independent bank, Central Bank, will open a full-service branch at 2799 Katy Frwy., Ste. 150, on Jan. 11. The incoming Lower Heights location, which replaces the Midtown Houston branch at 2217 Milam St., will provide business and personal banking services in what a news release describes as a “more modern setting” with improved Wi-Fi and mobile
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To provide additional help during the COVID-19 pandemic, Bank of America committed $100 million to support communities around the world, on top of the more than $250 million it gives annually to support economic mobility and workforce development programs in local markets. It also announced a $1 billion, four-year commitment to address issues of racial equality and economic opportunity. As part of this, Bank of America awarded Houstonbased Avenue CDC a $100,000 grant to support greater access to affordable housing, promotion of sustainable home ownership and community revitalization. Avenue’s mission is to build affordable homes and strengthen communities in the Houston area. One of Avenue’s developments, a 70-unit, affordable rental development targeted for families, will be built at 2136 W. 34th St., the site of the former Doyle’s Restaurant. In a statement, Avenue said the Bank of America grant is supporting Avenue’s plan to double its portfolio of multifamily properties over the next five years to help address Houston’s shortage of affordable housing, including the development of new apartments targeted to low- to moderateincome families as well as acquiring and rehabilitating Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAHs), ensuring their long-term sustainability and preventing displacement
most important members of her team. Additionally, she has sold more than $10 million in real estate while being rated as a 5-star agent by her clients on both Trulia and Zillow. “I can work with pretty much anybody and everybody,” Kanzleiter said. EnSuite works with a combination of both buyers and sellers, and Kanzleiter said working to make her client’s lives easier is the sole purpose of the company’s endeavor. Whether it’s using her marketing skills to up the views on your listings or negotiating
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Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, the process of buying or selling a home – and getting it prepped for such transactions – can be a hassle. EnSuite Real Estate is looking to take that trouble right off your hands and make it easier not only for the transaction, but for your pocketbooks. Created just this year by JoAnna Kanzleiter, a realtor with Walzel Properties, EnSuite Real Estate focuses on making life easier. EnSuite assists their clients by “considering all aspects of why selling and moving are stressful, as well as what parts are left out by most real estate brokerages” according to their website. The mission of EnSuite, Kanzleiter said, stems from her desire to give back to the community in which she lives. In 2010, she was awarded the volunteer of the year award by what it is now known as Berkshire Hathaway, to today announcing the Friends of American Legion Park Revitalization Project is approved. Feel free to “Follow” to see how you can volunteer and donate at fb.com/FriendsofAmericanLegionPark. She believes in pouring back into her neighborhood as, “I believe if you give back to the community, the community will give back to you.”
each home to get your home sold fast for top-dollar. “In this market with COVID, a home needs to be priced right and virtually viewable,” Kanzleiter said. Among the packages offered by EnSuite Real Estate is the listing side, Flat-Fee MLS Package for $999, which includes: - Listing on top real estate websites, including HAR MLS - First open house hosted by agent - Free Comparable Market Analysis (CMA) Report - Two web or social mediaboosted posts - Phone, SMS and email support - Six-month MLS Listing - Consultation - Unlimited status updates, description updates and price changes - Yard sign - All contracts provided & reviewed prior and after signature - Electronic contract copy stored while buyer owns home or five years, whichever is longer EnSuite Services, an affiliate of EnSuite Real Estate, also offers add-ons to get your home ready for the market such as professional photography and virtual tours for $250 as well as virtual staging, remodeling and landscaping photos for $40 each. They also offer
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October brings sales spike for home markets By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
According to the most recent report from the Houston Association of Realtors, area zip codes saw a strong yearover-year spike in October home sales – the second consecutive month the area has seen such a rise. From as little as a 5 percent increase to more than 70 percent growth, it was a strong month for the sales market, and the Houston market as a whole saw a 29.2 percent year-over-year October spike. Many area markets are also ahead of their 2019 pace despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The area also saw a continued rise in home prices as both average and median sales figures spiked in many local markets.
77018 In a zip code that includes Garden Oaks, Oak Forest and part of Independence Heights, there was monthly year-over-year increase in home sales for the third consecutive month. There were 76 homes sold here last month compared to 62 the previous October – a 22.6 percent increase. The area is also 10.6 percent ahead of its 2019 pace, with 639 sales so far this year compared to 577 through the same period last year. The area’s pricing market was in line with many local markets, with the average buyer paying $570,091 (3.5 percent increase) for a home, and median price rising 2.4 percent to $476,250.
77092 Moving a little further west to the area that includes Scarborough High School and the Mangum Manor neighborhood, this market saw one of the largest percentage jumps from October 2019 to October 2020. Agents sold 26 houses last month compared to 19 the previous year – a 36.8 percent spike, the second-biggest in the area. Year-to-date, however, there has been an 11 percent lag in sales – 210 so far this year, compared to 236 through the same period in 2019. On a price front, this zip code was one of just two in the area to see a drop. Average price for a home was down 7.9 percent year-overyear, coming in at $313,310.
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Market Update, from P. 1B Median home price dipped 4.4 percent to $286,250. 77091 To the north, this zip code saw a very slight increase in sales, with 20 homes coming off the market compared to 19 the previous October. The area is also among the biggest risers so far this year, with its 177 sales through the end of October representing a 25.5 percent year-todate increase over last year’s mark of 141. Home prices here also saw by far the biggest year-over-year spike among local markets. The average price rose 23.1 percent to $261,405, while the median price spiked nearly 32 percent to $274,950. 77008 Moving down to the Greater Heights, one would’ve seen another of the area’s biggest gainers in year-over-year October sales. The area saw 108 homes sold last
month – a 35 percent increase over the 80 sold last October. Through the end of October, there have been 896 homes sold here – slightly ahead of last year’s pace, which had 874 through the same period. The average buyer paid $583,663 for a house here last month, an 11.9 percent rise compared to the previous October. Median home price figures came in at $512,500, representing a 19.2 percent spike from 2019. 77009 Just to the east, the zip code including Norhill Heights and the Woodland Heights wins the prize as this month’s biggest year-over-year riser. There were 70 homes that came off the market in this area last month – a 70.7 percent increase over last October. However, the area is one of only two local markets to be behind last year’s pace despite the October spike, with 464 sales thus far in 2020 compared to 508 through the same time last year.
That drop in sales was accompanied by rising year-over-year sales prices. Buyers saw the average price increase 9.8 percent to $569,642 and the median home price rise nearly 12 percent to $502,500. 77007 On the southernmost portion of the area near Rice Military and Memorial Park, there were 55 homes sold last month – a 17 percent increase over its October 2019 figure. And while the area may not be setting any records, there has been a modest year-to-date increase in sales – 666 through the end of the month, compared to 661 during the same period in 2019. With regard to the sales front, this area was the other to see prices drop year-over year. The average price of $558,235 was a 1.4 percent drop, while the $444,460 median price represented a 3.3 percent yearover-year decrease.
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Dear Tabby, We have a new cat and we’re worried she’s going to destroy our Christmas tree this year! Any advice on keeping pets from ruining our festive decor? Decking the Halls in The Heights Dear Decking the Halls, Ah ... cats. You’ve got to love those crazy little domesticated tigers! And you’re correct to predict that your cat will find your holiday decor very exciting. Cats climb trees, so naturally, your cat might try to climb your Christmas tree, too. So while you might have to take some consideration when decorating this year, you certainly don’t have to go without festive elements in your home. Here are a few tips and tricks to help decorate your home for the holidays while keeping your cat from destroying all of your hard work. You can absolutely still have a Christmas tree AND a cat in your home this holiday season. Here are some things to consider, though: Choose an artificial tree Artificial trees are best for a home with pets. While you
can’t argue the fact that real trees smell great, they also come with a whole host of hazards for your pets. Namely, the water that you use to water them often contains harmful chemicals and pets are notorious for wanting to drink from the tree stand. Also, real trees are often treated with pesticides and fertilizers, which can cause harm to your pet. Lastly, cats love to sink their claws into the bark of trees and your Christmas tree is no exception. This can cause a whole host of holiday disasters -- from an upended tree, to a kitty who is determined to climb the new, indoor tree. In contrast, artificial trees are relatively safe to have around your pets and can be used year after year. They are also a little less climb-able than their real counterparts.
chew on. Cats can ingest tinsel, which can cause a dangerous intestinal blockage. Also, plan to put your more delicate ornaments higher up on the tree, in case Kitty takes a swipe at the dangling ones at eye level. Fried cat! If you’ve seen the iconic holiday movie, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” you probably remember what became of Aunt Bethany’s cat. Unfortunately, cats sometimes chew on wires and cords-items that are in an abundance around the tree--so do your best to hide the wires under the tree skirt and be sure the lights aren’t left on when you’re not at home. I know it might feel overwhelming to plan your holiday decor around the proclivities of your new feline, but please don’t let it deter you from decorating. With a little patience and possibly some trial and error, you’ll be able to find a good solution to your holiday decor needs while keeping in mind your kitty’s health and happiness. Besides, there’s nothing more heartwarming than a cat to cuddle with next to the tree, so enjoy your holiday season with your new four-legged friend.
Where to put the tree and how to decorate How you set up your tree is important, too. You’ll want to make sure it’s very stable in the event that Kitty shows some interest in it. This might mean anchoring it somehow to the wall. It’s also a good idea to put the tree in a room that can be closed off when you’re not at home or at night. This will really help to keep Kitty from ending up on Santa’s naughty list. Refrain from using fake snow, tinsel or any other decorations that might look fun to
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Pet of the Week Meet Dino This 4-year-old Rottweiler mix is a gentle giant whose hobbies include “Netflixing and Chill-ing,” as well as long walks at the park. Dino was found in the backyard of an abandoned house, so it’s likely that he was left there by his former owners. As a result, Dino likes to always have his favorite people nearby--for fear that he’ll be left behind again. Dino has learned his house manners and is ready to find a loyal family for the holidays. To learn more, go to www.animaljusticeleague.org.
ity and relief amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is coming to an end in the area. A news release from the club said Rooftop Cinema will show its final Drive-In at Sawyer Yards movie screening on Sunday, Nov. 29. The club plans to play some of its most popular movies in the coming days to bid farewell to Sawyer Yards before it moves to another location. “We opened The Drive-In at Sawyer Yards as a temporary endeavor to safely provide a bit of relief and joy in the
Cinema owner and founder Gerry Cottle said. “We thank the Sawyer Yards team for their partnership, all Houstonians who made lasting memories with us, and our team members who brought this experience to life each night.” Community members can come out this week to see the final drive-in screenings of the following movies: - Nov. 24: The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Avengers - Nov. 27: Elf (Black Friday
LHN cruises to long-awaited playoff victory By Landan Kuhlmann
three-time defending district champion Lamar – which snapped the Texans’ 72game district winning streak – it would’ve been easy for Heights to rest on its laurels. Coach Stephen Dixon and the Bulldogs showed no signs of complacency, however, in cruising past Houston Math, Science and Tech 83-12 on Nov. 19 at Cowart Stadium. The Bulldogs jumped to a 34-12 lead after the first quarter and never looked back. It was the fourth consecutive win for Heights (5-1, 5-0 district), which controls its own destiny in search of the school’s first district title
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While the Lutheran High North football team has been in postseason action before 2020, multiple graduating classes have come through without experiencing any taste of playoff success. That wait is now over, and the Lions have kept their season going with a longawaited postseason win -the school’s first since 2009. Lutheran High North beat Sacred Heart-Hallettsville 40-14 on Nov. 21 to advance to the TAPPS Division IV area round to face Tomball Rosehill Christian. After Sacred Heart pulled to within one score with less than one minute to go in the third quarter, the Lions (6-2) scored the game’s final 21 points to put it away. Freshman quarterback Kamare Shorts shined under the lights, accounting for four touchdowns (three passing, one rushing) in his second consecutive fourscore performance. He also spread the ball around, finding Demarcus Grant, Jaaron Henderson and leading receiver Xavier Neal once each for touchdowns. Tailback Zach Menefee added two second-half rushing touchdowns, his third multi-touchdown game of the season.
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Bike-sharing program releases batch of electric bikes By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
In an effort to increase safe and affordable transportation options, Houston’s bike-sharing program recently took the next step in its mission. Houston BCycle, a nonprofit created by the City of Houston in 2012, released its first batch of electric bikes, or “e-bikes,” on Nov. 19 at one of its Midtown stations. Twentyfive e-bikes were put into circulation, and 75 more will sub-
sequently be phased in. There are more than 10 stations in the Heights and Washington Avenue areas. E-bikes have batteries that give riders a boost once they start pedaling, with a motor that will assist the rider up to 12 miles per hour, according to Houston BCycle. “This is an important step toward bringing a low-cost, zero-emission transportation option to more Houstonians,” said Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney El-
lis, whose donation to the program funded its purchase of the e-bikes. “Precinct 1 is equally proud of the investments we have made to triple the miles of safe, high-comfort bike lanes in Houston – with more on the way.” Ellis has pledged nearly $2 million in support of Houston BCycle and its mission since April. Houston BCycle has 111 stations with about 800 bikes. “We’re grateful for the support of Commissioner Ellis and Precinct 1. Early on I was
skeptical, but I quickly realized the benefits of an e-bike when accommodating the wide range of abilities in diverse populations,” Bosch ebike ambassador Doogie Roux said. “I want everyone to experience the world on a bike as I have with less limitations and hindrances.” For more information about Houston BCycle and a map of stations, visit houstonbcycle. com. Follow us on social media @ FromTheLeader
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The North Shepherd Community Alliance (NSCA) is asking the community to help with its annual effort to spread some holiday cheer. The NSCA, which serves and promotes businesses on North Shepherd Drive, is collecting gifts for its annual “Stuff the Bus” toy drive. Community members have until Dec. 11 to drop off unwrapped toys at
Libery Hoepfl Garage at 4610 N. Shepherd Dr. for the effort that will donate toys to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and Houston Impact Church of Christ on Dec. 14. Toys can also be collected at local businesses through Dec. 11, and will be picked up from those businesses on that day. For more information on the drive or to figure out how you can help, call Liberty Hoepfl Garage at 713-695-5071.
If residents of the Heights and surrounding areas missed the chance to donate blood earlier this year at the historic Heights Fire Station, they’ll have another opportunity to do so next week. On Dec. 3, the Houston Heights Association (HHA) will host a blood drive at the fire station at 107 W. 12th St. from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The HHA has multiple sev-
resident location for the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. All community members donating blood will also receive a free COVID-19 antibody test. Registration is required prior to the event in order to donate. Those wishing to take part in the drive can register at commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/ drive_schedule/328066.
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