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Trees Offer More than just Shade : Austin's New Tree Regulations

July 4th, 2009 5:21 am
Austin takes its trees pretty seriously. This spring the Austin City Council considered rules for how developers can both treat existing trees on a property and quotas for planting future trees. Thi... [Read More]

The Hancock Neighborhood of North-Central Austin

July 4th, 2009 5:20 am
The Hancock Neighborhood of North Central Austin is a historic area just north of the University of Texas Campus and downtown Austin. The Hancock Neighborhood is very close to historic Hyde Park, and... [Read More]

Austin Market Update June 2009

June 30th, 2009 7:57 am
Categorized in: Austin Happenings
Austin Market Update June 2009, Austin Real Estate Market

The Brentwood Neighborhood of Austin

June 27th, 2009 12:31 am
The neighborhood of Brentwood in north central Austin was originally a cotton farm until about 75 years ago, when the City of Austin annexed the land and land was purchased to build a school, Brentwoo... [Read More]

Mortgage Math : Financial Advice in an Uncertain Economy

June 27th, 2009 12:29 am
The national savings rate is up to a 15-year high and more Americans are getting serious about getting out of debt, rather than spending beyond their means. When staring down a pile of debt that incl... [Read More]

Small Towns Around Austin

June 19th, 2009 3:18 pm
Austin is a big, beautiful city; there is no doubt about that. But, there are several small towns within 50 miles of Austin that are filled with charm and beauty. Whether you want to get out of the... [Read More]

Restful Refuge- Tips to Create a Cozy Bedroom

June 19th, 2009 3:16 pm
Your bedroom should be a reflection of coziness and comfort, which can mean a variety of things based upon preference and style. People also want bedrooms to be crisp and clean, as a general rule, in... [Read More]

Not So Fast: Is the American Economy Really On Its Way to A Recovery?

June 12th, 2009 2:45 am
Is the recession near the end? Is the American economy on its way to recovery? The answer is probably yes. That's good news, right? Not so fast, say some economic analysts. And they mean, literal... [Read More]

Take a Drive Through Texas Wine Country

June 12th, 2009 2:43 am
If a trip to visit the famous vineyards of Napa Valley, California isn't in the budget this summer, try a scenic drive through some local wine country. Central Texas offers a number of locally produc... [Read More]

Home Remodeling: Lavish Bathrooms

June 4th, 2009 11:16 pm
Nowadays people are spending upwards of $10,000 on a total bathroom remodel. Homeowners are opting for more spacious and ornate bathrooms complete with natural stone floors and multiple showerheads. B... [Read More]

Energy Audits and Tax Credits

June 4th, 2009 11:09 pm
While the Austin City Council is not giving home sellers a break this year, the federal government is coming through with some tax breaks for the energy-conscious homeowner. For 2009 only, homeowners... [Read More]

If you are protesting your Tax Appraisal, this information should be helpful

May 28th, 2009 7:18 am
Categorized in: Austin Happenings
Reminder that the deadline to protest your property tax is this weekend. If you are considering filing a protest, the bottom of this post has several links that I found extremely informative.

The Retirement Community of Sun City Texas

May 27th, 2009 7:57 pm
Sun City is a retirement community located in Georgetown. It is not the normal retirement home or community. This community offers its residents small town charm, but just minutes from Austin. Sun... [Read More]

A Look At Credit Cards : The Psychology of Plastic

May 27th, 2009 7:55 pm
"We said that big banks can no longer take advantage of hardworking Americans," Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., said of the recent legislation that will restrict rate hikes and late fees ch... [Read More]

Austin Real Estate Blog

May 23rd, 2009 10:09 am
Want to know whats happening with residential real estate in Austin Texas? Talk to a Realtor in Austin and see whats happening in the Austin home market!
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