May 2008 
There are 17 blog entries for May 2008.
Austin Goes Against the Recession Trend
Thursday, May 29th, 2008 at 5:52pm. 1727 Views, 0 Comments.
Despite all of the talk of a recession and a troubled economy, you would have a difficult time seeing signs of trouble if you were to visit Austin. In fact, Austin has somehow managed to go against the norm and has been finding ways to prosper while much of the nation struggles with the current state of the economy.
One area that continues to boom in the city of Austin is employment. In fact, when compared to national averages, Austin and the state of Texas are both outperforming the majority of the country. According to recent reports, the total number of nonfarm employment…
Austin Tap Water Among the Cleanest in the Country
Thursday, May 29th, 2008 at 5:48pm. 407 Views, 0 Comments.
Do you drink bottled water? If so, you probably choose to drink bottled water so you can avoid the chemicals and pollution that still manage to make their way into city water. If you live in Austin, Texas, however, this is not a concern. According to Forbes.com, Austin has some of the cleanest tap water of any city in the United States. In fact, Forbes.com lists it in second place in terms of cleanliness, with Des Moines, Iowa taking the first place spot and Sioux Falls, SD taking third.
A number of factors were considered when determining the cleanliness of the water in…
Using Lockboxes to Sell Your Home
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 at 7:20pm. 1251 Views, 1 Comments.
When you hire a real estate agent to help you with the sell of your home, you will likely need to find a location for a lockbox on the outside of your home. Utilizing a lockbox is an important component of the selling process, as keys to your home and other locked areas of your property are contained within the lockbox. By keeping these items inside of the lockbox, the Realtor can easily access your home when it comes time to show it to a potential buyer.
Using Lockboxes to Reach More Buyers
In addition to the fact that the lockbox makes it easier for your Realtor to access…
Preparing Your Home Before the Big Move
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 at 1:41pm. 1303 Views, 0 Comments.
When you move out of a home to a new residence, there are several things you need to do in order to prepare the home you are moving from. Unless the new owners are going to be moving in as soon as you move out, one of the things you will need to do is prepare the house for being empty. For example, you need to make sure all of the water is turned off in the home and that all of your appliances are turned off.
Since the home will be left alone for a period of time, you also need to make sure all of the windows and doors are locked before you leave. Although there are likely no…
Shopping in Austin
Monday, May 19th, 2008 at 7:49pm. 515 Views, 0 Comments.
If you love to shop, you will be thrilled to learn about the many malls and other shopping opportunities that are available in the Austin area. Not only are there many great stores to shop at, there are entire streets and blocks that are filled with great boutiques and shopping opportunities.
The Domain
If you are looking for high-end specialty stores, The Domain is the answer. Here, you will find stores such as Tiffany and Co, Neiman Marcus, and Louis Vuitton.
The Arboretum
The Arboretum offers a number of specialty stores and restaurants, all of which are…
Austin Accolades
Thursday, May 15th, 2008 at 3:41pm. 417 Views, 0 Comments.
If you are looking for reasons to consider moving to the Austin area, you won’t have to look very far. In fact, the city has received a number of awards and recognition throughout the years for a wide variety of reasons.
Finding a Job in Austin
One of Austin’s strengths is the availability of jobs in the area. In fact, the Forbes website recognized Austin as the third best place to get a job in 2008. This is partially due to the fact that it is a great city for new businesses to start up operation. This was demonstrated in 2007 when MoodysEconomy.com named the city the best…
Understanding Your Available Tax Exemptions
Thursday, May 15th, 2008 at 3:32pm. 840 Views, 2 Comments.
As a taxpayer in Texas, you certainly want to save as much money as possible. After all, you don’t want to have to pay money in taxes if you don’t have to! At the same time, in order to reduce the amount of money you have to pay on property taxes, it is important to work within the parameters of the law.
There are four different types of home exemptions that you can apply for as a property owner in Texas. These apply to your primary residence and they include…
* School taxes
* County taxes
* Optional exemptions
* Age 65 or older
Understanding these exemptions and how…
Pre-Qualifying for a Mortgage Loan
Thursday, May 15th, 2008 at 3:19pm. 2852 Views, 2 Comments.
Since you will most likely need a loan in order to purchase your dream home, you might want to consider getting pre-qualified beforehand. By getting pre-qualified for your home loan, the lender will be able to verify whether or not your credit is solid as well as the price range you can comfortably pay for a home. In addition to these perks, there are several other benefits to getting pre-qualified for a loan.
Save Time and Rest Easy
One of the perks to getting pre-qualified for a loan is the fact that you have a clear idea of how much you can afford and you can rest easy…
New Listing in Travis Country
Tuesday, May 13th, 2008 at 5:35pm. 1115 Views, 1 Comments.
Just Listed! Take a look at this gorgeous home situated on the greenbelt in Travis Country. Beautiful inside and out! It includes a hot tub and covered deck surrounded by mature landscaping. The exterior was recently painted and the kitchen has been updated.
To schedule a viewing contact Laurie Loew at 512-344-6000!
Family-Friendly Fun in Austin
Sunday, May 11th, 2008 at 5:33pm. 453 Views, 0 Comments.
A visit to Austin will provide you with a number of entertainment opportunities. From theme parks to caverns, from family-friendly activities to fun for adults, there is plenty to do and see in the Austin area.
Austin Duck Adventures
Austin Duck Adventures take guests on a 75 minute narrated tour of the land and the lake with te help of its amphibious vehicles. These vehicles even take a trip through downtown Austin.Austin Ghost Tours
Austin Ghost Tours take guests along a walking tour through downtown Austin. Offered on Saturday and Sunday nightes throughout the year,…
