austin real estate: Famous Historic American Homes - 11/06/09 03:17 AM
There are a plethora of historic homes existing in the U.S. today. Some are noted for their connection to our heritage as a nation. Others are famous for their association to crime, criminals and movie stars. And, of course, you've got literary greats, real estate tycoons, media moguls, publish giants and … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: Storm Clouds on the Solar Horizon - 11/06/09 03:10 AM
This is the conundrum of doing good things for the environment: How do you embrace green energy without the old technology providers becoming broke and obsolete in the process? That is the dilemma faced by the City of Austin and Austin Energy as they try to promote solar energy.
Austin … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: Traditional Home Loan or ARM? - 11/02/09 01:16 AM
If you're obtaining a mortgage and contemplating whether to get a traditional home loan or adjustable rate mortgage (ARM), there are definitely some things you'll want to consider.
Before deciding on either, you'll want to understand the dynamics and look into the advantages and disadvantages of each. Some considerations to … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: The Income Gap Widens - 11/02/09 01:09 AM
The Great Recession is not the great American equalizer after all. It's been widely reported recently that this recession hit middle and low income families the hardest, while the wealthy have continued to prosper. It may be chic to save and everyone brags about coupon clipping, but the idea that "we … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Why Recession Recovery Will Be Slow - 10/25/09 12:11 AM
Austin is one of 79 metro areas across the country to be officially out of the recession, according to Moody's. Although the state of Texas is still considered to be suffering the constraints of the recession, Austin and seven other Texas cities have been given the all clear. This determination was … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Options for Avoiding Foreclosure - 10/25/09 12:01 AM
If you are having trouble keeping up with your mortgage payments, you're not alone. If you are three months or more behind in your mortgage payments, then you are one in an estimated 3 million or more who are currently in one state or another of default.
In this situation, … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: The Great Recession Has Been a Bumpy Ride - 10/16/09 04:25 AM
It is hard to believe just two years ago in October the Dow Jones industrial set a record high of 14,164. According to the Associated Press, just one year after that it was at 8,451 in mid October 2008. Today the Dow is around 9,800. Stocks have rallied recently on signs … (29 comments)
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austin real estate: Making a Dent in Mountains of Debt - 10/16/09 04:15 AM
One of the reasons given over and over for the slow recovery from this recession is the amount of debt so many Americans are buried under. The soaring house values of just two years ago made people feel rich and the financial future looked promising. The future look so promising, in … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: Federal Mortgage Home Loan Programs - 10/07/09 02:32 AM
In need of a loan to buy a house, make repairs on your home or buy a house and make repairs on a home? Are you thinking you might not qualify, though, so you've not started the process? You just might be surprised. The federal government currently has a variety of … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Energy Efficiency Can Start at Home - 10/07/09 01:24 AM
Now that long hot summer is over, it's time to reset the thermostat. While there are still plenty of warm days ahead--one of the great things about living in Austin--we hopefully won't be breaking any heat records. Cooler weather means resetting the thermostat, which saves both energy and money.
According … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Madoff's Mansions on the Market - 09/30/09 01:11 AM
Marshalls are preparing to put Madoff's mansions on the market, and victims of his ponzi scheme are hoping to cash in big time. Based on court records, the FBI is revving up to sell an estimated $30 million in real estate and property, all of which will go to his victims. … (3 comments)
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austin real estate: Investing in Rental Property - 09/30/09 01:04 AM
Foreclosure City has created the perfect storm in many major cities in the U.S. - the perfect storm for investors to find great real estate deals, that is.
Large inventories, low interest rates and homeowners hungry to sell all make certain cities ideal for picking an affordable home or two. … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Foreclosures of Rich and Famous People - 09/22/09 03:05 AM
Although the rich and famous are rich and famous, it doesn't mean that they are impervious to the popping of the real estate bubble. Many have succumbed to real estate woes as of late.
Ed McMahon had tabloids a talking when his real estate troubles became front page news last … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: The Benefits of Composting - 09/22/09 03:02 AM
Here are some eye-opening statistics: According to the Environmental Protection Agency, yard trimmings and food waste account for 23 percent of the U.S. waste stream. That means things that break down quite well naturally, like grass clippings and apple cores, are sitting in landfills creating tons of methane gas. Why is … (3 comments)
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austin real estate: How to Avoid Mortgage Fraud - 09/22/09 02:56 AM
News articles throughout the U.S. headline stories about indictments for mortgage fraud. Although you may think you could never be scammed, you should think again.
Above-average, intelligent, middle-class professionals have been duped as well as the average Joe. Almost no one is beyond the long arm of a mortgage scammer's … (1 comments)
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austin real estate: The Pleasures of the South First Street Area in Austin Texas - 09/14/09 11:39 PM
The South First Street area has become a vibrant community lately, especially for pedestrians and bicyclists, since it is so densely packed with new establishments and businesses. The area is very unique and quirky; many of the businesses cater to the music industry and other artistic types.
There are a … (2 comments)
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austin real estate: The Recession is Over, In Case You Hadn't Noticed - 09/14/09 11:36 PM
The Associated Press reported recently that a new government survey indicates that the recession is over. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and analysts across the country say that the economy is showing growth again. However, what no one can predict is how deeply the so called Great Recession has permanently changed … (5 comments)
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austin real estate: Stress- Free Moving Day - 09/14/09 11:32 PM
Whether moving across town or across the country, there is no denying that while going into a new home is exciting, it can also be a stressful and time-consuming endeavor. Hiring a moving company to pack, load and unpack on the other end certainly makes things easier, but still requires a … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Mortgage Rates Stay Down - 09/14/09 11:28 PM
There were some expectations that mortgage rates would fall this week. Instead rates not only did not rise but fell slightly this week. The 30 year rate fell from 5.08 to 5.07 hitting a new low for the summer. The 15 year rate fell from 4.54 to 4.50. The 5 year … (0 comments)
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austin real estate: Changing the Light Bulb, Changing the World - 09/07/09 03:28 AM
Most of us have them in our homes. They still innocently line the shelves of grocery and home improvement stores by the thousands. But all that will change by the year 2012. As reported by NBC Nightly News recently, Europe is in the process of phasing out incandescent light bulbs and … (4 comments)
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