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austin homes for sale: 5 Real Estate Laws Every Landlord Should Know - 07/26/11 02:36 AM
In the United States, real estate laws vary from state to state. However, there are common laws that govern landlord-tenant relationships and dictate what should be done if there are conflicts that happen along the way. Here are 5 of the most important real estate laws every landlord should know:1. When renting out a property to another individual or group, landlords get into a legal, binding contract. As the landlord, you have all the right to receive an agreed upon rent in exchange for the use of your property. It is also your right that the property is returned undamaged (except … (6 comments)
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austin homes for sale: Disputing your Texas Real Estate Taxes - 04/26/11 03:47 AM
Real estate taxes can be a real headache, and that is an understatement. Every year, homeowners in Texas complain about their rising tax obligations, and this isn’t just a state-concentrated problem. It’s happening across the country. What can raise your taxes?Anything from the rising land/property value in your area to the home improvements you’ve made in the past can raise your real estate taxes in Texas. Most of the time, assessors are asked to look inside your home and assess the true selling value of the property. Other times, they also just generalize. They can acquire the median value of homes … (3 comments)
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austin homes for sale: Four Native Texas Flowers that will thrive in your Austin Garden - 04/14/11 02:16 AM
Texas can be a difficult state to survive in for some flowering animals, but if you choose the right flowering shrubs, particularly those that are native to the state, you won’t have trouble adding blooms to your Austin garden. Below is a list of the best Texas native blooms to add to your backyard. Red YuccaThe rest yucca plant is a spiky shrub which produced bright red blossoms at the edge of those spikes. These are dwarf flowering shrubs which can grow up to three feet tall and are actually hardy blooming plants you can add not only to gardens in … (0 comments)
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austin homes for sale: How Pawn Shops Work - 05/07/10 11:43 PM
If you have never been to a pawn shop, there's no time like the present to check one out. Some of the best deals in town can be had on general merchandise and those unique one of a kind items. Surprisingly, many people still do not know how pawn shops work and may be a bit skittish about the quality of the merchandise. Unlike a garage sale, where the seller is discarding something he no longer deems valuable, the pawn shop is quite the reverse. The pawn shop owner plays the middle man between a payout to the seller and a … (7 comments)
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austin homes for sale: How To Buy A Tax Sale Property In Travis County - 04/15/10 05:02 AM
Tax sale properties can be a great way for would-be homeowners to find an affordable residence. Properties sold at a tax sale can also be an affordable way to get started in the real estate investment market. Many of the previous owners of these tax sale properties have not paid their property taxes in years. Because the tax assessor's office needs to recover at least some of this lost tax income, they often sell these properties for a fraction of their appraised value. Even during a rough real estate market, real estate can be a good investment. If you purchase a … (1 comments)
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austin homes for sale: Green Living Tips - 04/08/10 05:12 AM
Going green is easier than you think. We all have to do our small part, and by following a few simple life changes, our little part can make a world of difference. Going green certainly benefits everyone, but it also has immediate rewards that can save you hundreds of dollars a year. 1. Reduce Your Cooking Time. Sometimes the oven is the only way to go for preparing your favorite meal, however, the energy consumption can be cut back by using a smaller counter top oven for light usage. Use the compact oven when cooking for one or two persons, and … (0 comments)
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austin homes for sale: Lost Creek Country Club: Luxury Living and Golfing in Austin - 02/05/10 03:52 AM
The Lost Creek Country Club offers a wide range of activities for families and individuals looking for an outstanding recreational experience. Best known for its championship golf course, the Lost Creek Country Club also offers sixteen lighted tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, on-site daycare services, three swimming pools, and a casual-dining restaurant offering prime rib specials and formal dining for special occasions. Lost Creek offers a comprehensive range of recreational activities and benefits for members, including discounts at golf courses all around the country and resorts in Austin and San Antonio. The Lost Creek Golf Course offers one of the … (0 comments)
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austin homes for sale: What to look for in an energy efficient home - 12/14/09 12:44 AM
Energy efficiency is a hot topic these days. With an energy efficient home you’ll not only save money on your monthly energy costs, but you’ll reduce your impact on the environment and help your whole city become more energy efficient. Whether you are a buyer who wants to invest their money into an energy efficient home or you are an existing home owner who wants to lower their energy costs, here are a few major ways that you can increase energy efficiency. 1. Heating system The heating system is one of the most important parts of energy efficiency. There are many … (1 comments)
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