Adopt or foster a pet in Katy TX

Spring has sprung in Katy TX, but it doesn’t look quite like we thought it would! With most of the city shut down for the time being, to help stop the spread of COVID-19, you might be wondering how to fill your time at home, and also what you can do to help businesses and community members, if you are healthy and well. As your Katy real estate agent, I am here to fill you in on some of your options!

1.  If you have food to spare, you can donate to the Katy Christian Ministries food pantry, which serves about 140 families per day. If you don’t want to leave your home, you can even ship your donations. If you do drop off, hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They are mostly in need of canned meats, canned fruit, rice/pasta, cereals, shampoo, deodorant, bar soap, diapers, baby wipes and powdered laundry soap.

2.  Donate money to Meals on Wheels, which delivers food to housebound Houston-area seniors, who are one of the groups most at risk to COVID-19. Meals on Wheels has accelerated its food deliveries and needs help raising funds. It’s also looking for volunteers to help deliver supplies, and to check in with seniors in the community and offer support over the phone.

3.  Continue to support your favorite local businesses in Katy TX however you can! Many restaurants are offering takeout, delivery or curbside pickup options right now, even if they don’t normally offer takeout. Call your favorite restaurants and see what they are offering and how you can order. If your favorite businesses are shops or services, call or visit their websites to see if they offer online shopping. If not, you can purchase gift cards for the future, to help keep them afloat right now.

4.  Adopt or foster a pet! Social distancing is putting a strain on all businesses, and this includes animal rescues and shelters. If you find yourself working from home, or homeschooling your kids, your family might have more time to care for a pet than otherwise. Shelters may run low on supplies, or volunteers to help run them, so now is a great time to care for a pet, whether it’s temporary or permanent. It’s also a great way to improve the spirits of your family members while stuck at home!

5.  Check in on neighbors, family and friends. You can do your part just by checking in with those you know and love in your community. See if there are any seniors, pregnant women or anyone immunocompromised that you could grocery shop for, or cook for, or just offer support and conversation to during this time. Video chat with anyone you know who lives alone, or anyone feeling the emotional burden of this experience. Offer to watch kids of friends or family who have to continue working while the kids are at home. We are all in this together!

If there is anything I can do for you during this time, don’t hesitate to reach out! If you would still like to accomplish your Katy real estate goals this spring, give me a call. Real estate never stops, and we are still here to help you with your home-selling and/or home-buying needs. Contact us today! Stay healthy!

Mickie Cioccia | Broker Associate

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Katy TX is constantly on the move and expanding with businesses and new homes all the time!  If you’re searching for a place to live that has it all, Katy TX is a great choice.  In working as a Katy TX Real Estate agent, I’ve had the privilege of seeing Katy blossom into a vibrant city and one that buyers are anxious to call “home.”

Residents of Katy are also enthusiastic about the continual growth of their city and the new restaurants, shops, expanding roads and ways to get involved in their community.

Speaking of which, have you been wondering what’s being built on Cinco Ranch Boulevard?  It’s been announced that in December of this year, they’ll be opening a Fuddrucker’s-Luby’s restaurant!

Now, you may be wondering why these two are being combined into one restaurant space, but this growing trend is taking off and customers are loving this combination!  The idea is that family’s will no longer have to choose between the two dining destinations.  It’s a win-win!  Parents can enjoy their finer dining dishes from Luby’s and kids can feast on delicious Fuddruckers’ burgers all on the same patio!  Or, some are opting to dine at Luby’s and head over to Fuddrucker’s for their mouth-watering shakes for dessert!

Luby’s owns and operates 93 cafeterias, mostly in Texas, with 33 in the Houston area. The company has 58 company-operated Fuddruckers restaurants and 125 franchised units nationally, including 15 in the local area.  If you’re looking to support local businesses and enjoy dining at either of these restaurants, you’ll enjoy this new development!

Of course, there are a number of other exciting changes and additions taking place throughout Katy, and my goal is to give you an idea of what’s happening throughout our great city.

If you don’t currently live in Katy TX, but have been considering moving to the area, I would love the opportunity to talk with you more!  I’ve enjoyed helping buyers navigate the Katy TX Real Estate market and have helped many find the home of their dreams in Katy.

Contact me today to get started with your Katy TX home search!  I look forward to hearing from you!

Mickie Cioccia
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If you’ve been following my blog, then you know that I enjoy sharing the unique benefits that come with living in Katy, TX! With a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and so much to do, Katy, TX has something to offer everyone. Aside from assisting clients to buy or sell a home in Katy, TX, I enjoy highlighting our diverse, eclectic community to current and potential residents. Helping to oversee the most beneficial buying and selling process for my clients is just one part of what I do – Introducing residents to exciting new businesses, restaurants and shops in the area is also an important cornerstone of being an expert Katy TX real estate agent!

One of the most exciting additions to Katy, TX is the new Jimmy Changa’s Mexican restaurant on West Green Boulevard. Being constructed behind the CVS Pharmacy and Carl’s Jr. restaurant, Jimmy Changa’s is speculated to open sometime in 2014. Known for its heaping portions of reasonably-priced Tex-Mex favorites, Jimmy Changa’s also offers a full menu of specialty drinks as well as options for children’s meals. A casual, laid-back restaurant met with much popularity at its current locations in Pasadena and League City, we are thrilled to see another new business ready to open its doors in Katy, TX.

With the Katy, TX area booming and continuing its skyrocketing growth, it’s no wonder that potential buyers relocating from near and far are flocking to the region. As always, interested parties are welcome to browse my featured listings, search local properties and contact me directly to discuss their real estate needs today. With a consistent influx of new businesses and many activity options, I encourage those relocating to give serious consideration to live in Katy TX. Whether you plan to buy or sell, let my professional experience, local expertise and passion for real estate assist you with your next transaction. 

Keep an eye on Katy, TX – and my blog – for frequent updates and current information on the local community, the Katy TX real estate market and industry news and tips. I look forward to working with you to discover your dream home.

Mickie Cioccia
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This Sunday, October 28th at 7:30am, Katy’s most dedicated and strong athletes will be gathering at Firethorne for the Katy Triathlon. Featuring a 500 meter swim, 16 mile bike ride, and three mile run, this long-running town event is no joke! Many of Katy’s residents spend months preparing to participate, and it’s a large part of our job as a community to get out there and support their efforts.

This epic race has been a part of the Katy community for the past twenty years. Over that time, the Rotary Club and the city have really taken the time to make the event special. Start the festivities on Friday, October 26th with a pre-race concert at the No Label Brewing Company. Enjoy the smooth sounds of the Moe Hansum Band and celebrate the race’s 20th birthday with the whole community. The act’s blend of soulful, folksy country and funky blues will leave you ready and raring to race on Sunday! You can also enjoy some delicious food from one of Katy’s finest establishments-the Baker St. Pub & Grill!

Participants can complete the race in a couple of ways. Those who are looking for a real challenge can do each leg individually, whereas others can register as teams, and complete the race as a relay. Regardless of how you choose to get through the triathlon, it’s a real accomplishment, and you would be participating in one of our cities longest-standing events! In order to register, simply go to KatyTriathlon.com and register online. From there, you can pick up your racing packet and get ready for an intense challenge this weekend!

In order to participate in the triathlon, you must be at least 11 years of age. There are a number of divisions and age groups for the race, from 11-14 to 70+. The vast array of individuals invited to participate is an indication of how dedicated our community is to living an active, healthy and fit lifestyle. The Katy Triathlon is an event that brings the entire community together every year, thus I’d recommend any newcomers to the area to attend to cheer on the athletes! It’d be the perfect opportunity to meet new friends and neighbors from all over the Katy, TX area.

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Katy, TX, don’t hesitate to contact me and ask! As a longtime real estate agent of the area, I’ve come to know and love the comunity, and I’d be happy to keep you in the know about the latest happenings. I hope to hear from you soon!

Mickie Cioccia
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