relocation package: Study Suggests the Perfect Retail Stores and Restaurants for Pflugerville, Texas - 06/07/08 09:42 PM




According to the Community Impact newspaper, the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation recently hired an outside consultant to determine which retail businesses would be the "most likely to succeed" in this area.
 
The results were not surprising to me as a 13-year resident of the area.  A … (9 comments)

relocation package: Our Date Night at the Museum! - 04/05/08 10:28 PM
 
My wife and I had a date night last night, and we decided to attend "B Scene", which is a soiree held each month at the Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas campus.  They have a DJ playing tunes from various eras, finger foods, beverages, along with some … (13 comments)

relocation package: Georgetown, Texas is Named # 2 "Best Place to Live and Launch" by FORTUNE Magazine - 03/26/08 03:21 PM
 
Today, FORTUNE Magazine released its list of the Top 100 places to live and launch a new business.  Coming in at # 2 on the list in a town about 15 minutes from my home, and the location of my alma mater, Southwestern University.  Georgetown, Texas, with a current population of … (7 comments)

relocation package: Big Fun on a Little Budget in Austin, Texas! Some FREE and Inexpensive Things to Do - 03/21/08 11:13 PM
 
If you are looking for some fun things to check out in Austin, Texas without spending a lot of money, you might want to check out this list that I compiled with my wife.  As a father of three young children, I am always looking to maximize our fun without breaking … (47 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Live Music - Look No Further! - 03/21/08 11:02 AM

Austin Texas is known as the "Live Music Capital of the World", and it seems to be well-deserving of this title.  With Sixth Street, the South by Southwest Music Festival, and the popular "Austin City Limits" TV show, our town is definitely at the forefront of the live music scene nationally.
Because … (15 comments)

relocation package: Downtown Austin Real Estate - What Central Austin Neighborhood Should I Consider? - 03/20/08 01:29 PM
 
Some of the most consistent appreciation for home prices in Austin has occurred in the central Austin area.  Austin has a bus system through Capital Metro, but no subways or other public transit system, so convenience is critical for many buyers, including many who office downtown or in one of the … (22 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Named #3 among "Hottest Places to Get a Job" - 03/12/08 08:13 PM
 
With the economic uncertainties facing many areas of the country, I feel blessed to be in Austin, Texas these days.  Over the past several months, Austin seems to have been on the national radar more and more often.  Today, according to a story from ABC News, Austin is #3 for its … (13 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Relocation Package - 03/03/08 09:37 AM
I have written a number of articles which I hope you will find helpful as you are researching the Austin area.  I tried to cover many of the major questions that I receive on a day-to-day basis as a real estate broker working with buyers who are relocating from other cities and … (41 comments)

relocation package: Are You Considering Relocating to Austin, Texas? An Open Letter - 02/29/08 10:09 PM
Dear Potential Austin Home Buyer,
Austin is a beautiful and eclectic town with an optimistic and youthful spirit.  I can understand why you would like to live here with us.  I was born and raised in Dallas, but I have lived here for almost 20 years now.
If you are considering relocating … (17 comments)

relocation package: Austin Children's Museum - Fun for the Whole Family! - 02/22/08 10:49 PM
The Austin Children's Museum in downtown Austin serves as a great outing for the entire family.  My wife and I have had a membership there previously, and it is well worth the money.  With a recent influx of funds, the museum has completely revamped many of the learning areas, and our … (22 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas is Named One of the Least Stressful Places in the U.S. - 02/14/08 03:45 PM
According to a recent study conducted by bizjournals of the largest 50 metropolitan areas in the country, Austin was named among the least stressful places to live in the United States.  As an Austin-area resident for the past 20 years, I am not surprised to hear this, as I have always … (20 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Golf Courses - Private Courses - 02/12/08 06:52 PM
I did some research on private golf courses in the general Austin area, and I honestly had no idea how many courses there were around here, not to mention driving ranges.  There are over 60 courses total in this area (both private and public included), which means that there is one golf … (23 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Named Fastest Growing Large Metro Area in the U.S. - 02/02/08 02:17 PM
 
This past week brought yet another national article promoting Austin, Texas as a city with a vibrant and growing economy. 
Forbes magazine has named Austin the "Fastest Growing Large Metro Area" in the United States, predicting growth of 32% GMP (Gross Metropolitan Product) over the next five years.  Additionally,  the article states … (6 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Named as Top Place to Buy a House by Entrepreneur Magazine - 01/29/08 10:36 AM
 
Last week, "Entrepreneur Magazine" released its latest list of Best Places to Buy a House.  Not surprisingly, the Austin metro area placed at the top of the list this time around.  In the article, columnist Danielle Babb (who also co-authored a book on finding foreclosures with my friend Bill Nazur) states, … (18 comments)

relocation package: Hutto Real Estate - Fastest Growing City in Texas! - 01/26/08 10:32 PM
Recently, according to the Community Impact newspaper, Hutto, Texas was named the "Fastest Growing City in Texas", posting an incredible 665.7% growth over the years from 2000 - 2006.  Currently, the population is over 17,200.  In 1990, the population was at a mere 650 people, and in 2000, it was approximately 1250. 
(20 comments)

relocation package: Austin Texas Area Hospitals - An Overview - 01/26/08 06:37 PM
If you are considering relocating to the Austin, Texas area, you may have questions with regard to the medical facilities here.  Basically, no matter where you live in the general Austin area, there is probably a hospital located within 10-15 minutes of your home, especially with the advent of the toll … (12 comments)

relocation package: Tukong Moosul Martial Arts, Austin Texas - A great place for kids! - 01/17/08 11:10 PM
 
My nine-year old son has been training for several years in Tukong Moosul, and I wanted to promote this business as a terrific place for kids to learn and exercise.  Specific skills that I have seen improve for my son include balance, strength, and endurance.  Additionally, there is a mental toughness … (14 comments)

relocation package: Pflugerville Texas is Coming into its Own - 01/05/08 11:32 PM
 
As a 13-year resident of Pflugerville, Texas (located immediately adjacent to north Austin), I have seen a lot of growth occur here over the years.  I remember doing a real estate marketing piece in 1997, which was my first year in the business.  That year, they had recently replaced the population sign … (24 comments)

relocation package: Top Employers in Austin Texas - Looking for a job? These may be worth considering - 12/27/07 09:09 PM
Occasionally, we have potential home buyers who are considering moving to Austin, and they ask about the primary employers here in this area.  Each year, the Austin Relocation Guide releases a list of the top Austin employers, both public and private.  Here is the latest list:
1. The State of Texas - … (27 comments)

relocation package: Round Rock Restaurant Review - Zorba Greek Restaurant - 12/27/07 05:54 PM
 
Yesterday, while my mom was still in town, we decided to go do a bit of shopping with the whole family.  We were headed to Lakeline Mall, and we originally considered going to that area to eat.  On the way there, I decided that would be ill-advised, considering it was the … (14 comments)

 
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