In addition to amenities, price, and selling agent, the list includes the approximate construction date and architectural style of each property for sale. GHF's staff provides support services to owners and prospective owners of historic properties including analysis and suggested approaches to building rehabilitation, advice on restoration techniques and referrals to local architects, craftsman, and contractors. In conjunction with the Galveston Association of Realtors and the Galveston Community Development Corporation, GHF participates in a training and counseling program to assist first-time home buyers with issues related to all aspects of home ownership including mortgage financing, insurance, property taxes, budgeting, maintenance, and repairs.
Special emphasis is given to the care of older houses.
The warehouse is open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9am to Noon and 1pm to 4pm. GHF also maintains a fund to assure the survival of historic properties through acquisition. To ensure the exterior architectural integrity of the property, GHF sells properties with deed restrictions that may require a schedule for specific rehabilitation work to be completed. Copyright 2000-2001 Galveston Historical Foundation . All rights reserved.