September 2009 
There are 4 blog entries for September 2009.
First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Deadline Drawing Near
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 at 8:28pm. 1038 Views, 2 Comments.
By now, everyone looking at Austin real estate is well-aware of the first time homebuyer's tax credit incentive. Through the program, first time homebuyers can enjoy a tax credit of up to $8,000 when purchasing a home, with the total amount of the credit being equivalent to 10% of purchase price of up to $80,000. While this tax credit has certainly helped inspire many to purchase new homes and has also given the real estate market a bit of a boost, the unfortunate reality is that homebuyers are running out of time to take advantage of the credit.
According to a survey conducted by…
Texas Leads the Way in Wind Energy Generation
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 at 4:10pm. 579 Views, 1 Comments.
The recent stimulus package included a great deal of funding that is to be used toward the development and implementation of renewable energy initiatives. For Texas residents, however, this new push toward the use of renewable energy is nothing new. In fact, according to the American Wind Energy Association, the state ranks number one in terms of new wind power generation capacity.
Thanks to the fact that the state added 454 additional megawatts of wind energy to its generating capacity in the second quarter of 2009, the state is now able to generate more than 8,000 megawatts of…
Forecasters Predict Economic Improvement for the Austin Area
Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 at 10:00pm. 1547 Views, 0 Comments.
A new analysis recently conducted by the Capital Area Council of Governments has determined that the Austin real estate region will likely begin to see signs of economic improvement later this year.
The analysis, which involved taking a closer look at IHS Global Insight data, determined that the Austin - Round Rock region's gross metropolitan product - which is the value of all of the goods and services produced in the area - should be back in the positive range by the time the fourth quarter rolls around.
According to the data, the GMP growth rate in Austin was at 5.1% when…
A large, flat backyard and a panoramic view?!?
Friday, September 4th, 2009 at 9:58pm. 1065 Views, 0 Comments.
Located in the sought after River Place golf course community, this home features panoramic views from the front and back, a spacious backyard with enough room for a pool, and a terrific location near the golf course and country club. The home has recently been updated and includes a gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters. The master bath has also been updated with travertine and granite counters, and the home has wood floors throughout the main living areas. It is priced to sell at only $489,000!
Call Crystal Guthrie at 512-422-3452 for a private tour…
