central texas: I have a client looking for a horse property to lease in Central Texas..... - 09/04/08 12:24 PM
I am hoping that one of you has just the right property for these Clients. I am searching all avenues and thought I would put it out to AR in case one of you has something that I might miss or not have access to. I would be happy to work on a referral … (0 comments)
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central texas: Wunderblogs at Wunderground - 09/01/08 09:01 AM
During all of the hooplah and media coverage of Hurricane Gustav, I've been more than usually interested in every detail. My daughter Jess will be moving to the Cayman Islands for 3 months mid-September, and her friend Chad will be there as well (more about this in another blog). My son … (3 comments)
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central texas: Appliance Lifespan - 08/17/08 10:03 PM
A Lifetime of appliances
Appliances are like a good car. Treat them well, and they'll return the favor for years to come. Every appliance needs simple maintenace to keep them running strong and efficient.
No matter how efficient and "money saving" new appliances claim to be these days, the cost to purchase and have one … (2 comments)
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central texas: Tiny Texas Houses - Green and Unique! - 08/11/08 10:11 AM
On another forum I was led to an article about Tiny Texas Houses, which led me to the website of Discovery Architectural Antiques in Gonzales, Texas. This company sells salvaged architectural items for restoration.
They've come up with a new project that I think is just awesome! The Tiny … (4 comments)
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central texas: You Scream, I Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream! - 08/09/08 10:04 PM
Today was the 2nd Annual Ice Cream Festival in Austin, Texas. (Yes, as I've said many times before, any excuse for a party!) Given that we're having a record string of 3-digit temp days, my Meetup group that attended the event scheduled our attendance for opening, at … (7 comments)
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central texas: 12 +/- Acres of improved pasture on Young School House, Smithville TX - 08/07/08 02:39 PM
This is a really nice parcel of land with improved pastures just waiting for someone to come and create their very own Gentleman's Ranch in Central Texas. Located off of a paved road in the Upton area of Smithville the property is 6 miles from Smithville, 15 miles from Bastrop, 30 … (0 comments)
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central texas: 2206 Bowman Ave, Tarry Town, Austin, TX, 78703 - 07/23/08 02:38 AM
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central texas: The Sun WILL Come Up In The Morning - 07/22/08 07:40 PM
A couple of days ago, I rose early. My reward, when I went to the porch, was to get to enjoy this lovely sunrise:
It got me thinking about a saying that I've had for years, a saying that my daughter once told me was the most valuable … (4 comments)
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central texas: Your Own Little Piece of the Texas Hill Country - 07/22/08 05:26 PM
Your Secluded Hill Country Retreat
510 Greystone Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 View Map
This secluded log home retreat tucked away in the Hill Country just outside of Dripping Springs is a perfect place to get away from the rush-rush-rush of the city and relax, listening to the wind and … (2 comments)
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central texas: Central Texas Profiles : Elgin Texas - 07/19/08 07:10 PM
Elgin is a small city which is located 23 miles east of Austin and 17 miles north of Bastrop, and Elgin is also known as the Sausage Capital of Texas! Elgin covers an area of 4.7 square miles, and in the census of 2000, the city reported a population of 5,700 … (0 comments)
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central texas: 4401 Beach Ball Drive, Killeen TX, 76542 - 07/19/08 12:25 AM
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central texas: Allandale Neighborhood - 07/17/08 07:12 AM
Allandale is the name of a lovely neighborhood in central Austin, although the area was originally considered to be northwest Austin, before Austin’s expansion into a large metropolitan area. Allandale recently celebrated its 35th anniversary as an active central Austin community, and the Allandale Neighborhood Association has been a presence in … (0 comments)
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central texas: Carriage Hills -Cedar Park Neighborhood Statistics- May 2008 - 06/29/08 09:42 AM
More people than ever are moving to Central Texas for the wonderful weather...quality of living, and strong economy. One of the popular neighborhoods in Cedar Park is Carriage Hills subdivision in Cedar Park. For its great location, schools, parks, and affordability -this little nneighborhood has been picking up … (0 comments)
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central texas: Austin Texas Real Estate Market Update: Rebound in 2009 - 06/25/08 12:51 PM
The buying season heated up in Central Texas in May according to the Austin Board of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) May 2008 sales report. Single-family home sales in May are up slightly over April 2008 numbers, when 1,981, homes sold. Homes are spending fewer days on the market and overall, … (2 comments)
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central texas: 15205 Sun Bird Lane, Austin TX, 78734. - 06/08/08 03:31 PM
NEAL BARNES, INC.
15205 Sun Bird Lane
Austin, Texas 78734
$225000
Cardinal Hills
Absolutely Gorgeous, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bath Brick Home With Bright Open Floor Plan And Recently Remodeled. Beautiful Sun Room, Stunning Brick Fireplace, And Ceiling Fans. The Master Bedroom Features A Full Bath with Lots Of Tile, A Jetted … (0 comments)
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central texas: Commercial Warehouse For Sale - 06/06/08 01:23 AM
$85000 NEAL BARNES, INC.
Commercial Warehouse.
304 S 58TH ST
KILLEEN, TX 76543
Building has 3000 Sqft Per Tax Record
0.728 Acres
Metal Construction with Concrete Slab Floors. It Has A Small Office And a Half Bath. Great Work Place Or Nice For Storage.
Take Business 190 to South 58th … (0 comments)
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central texas: The Oddest Walk-In Ever While On Desk Duty - 05/11/08 05:23 PM
So, yesterday I was on desk duty at my office in Georgetown, Texas. It was a very quiet Saturday (hot, muggy day, one of the first of the year, most folks just wanted to stay inside in air conditioning, I think). A good day to get paperwork caught … (2 comments)
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central texas: Grand old courthouse in Lockhart Texas - 04/29/08 08:11 AM
One of the things I have found the most interesting in Texas is the beautiful old courthouses that you find in the middle of the square in most every town. This is the courthouse in Lockhart. The day I was there I did not have time to take interior photos but … (0 comments)
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central texas: Profiles in Green City Programs: Austin Texas - 04/27/08 02:26 AM
Several cities across the US are noted for their progressive city governments and citizenry in regards to environmental issues. Known as “green cities”, they not only initiate and practice policies that promote clean air and water, but often promote other programs and practices such as alternative energy systems and construction methods. … (0 comments)
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central texas: 5522 Denmans Loop, Belton, TX, 76513 - 04/03/08 07:50 PM
$22,000 LAND NEAL BARNES, INC.
5522 Denmans Loop
Belton, TX 76513
Lot Size: 100' x 150'
Denman's Twin Mountains
Great Building Location on South Side of Belton Lake, Nice Neighborhood. Plenty of Trees. Sparta Park and Boat Dock just down the street.
Location: FM 439 North, Left on Sparta, Right on Waterwork, Left … (0 comments)
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central texas: Austin Home Sales Drop; Still Better Than Nation - 03/30/08 10:25 PM
According to an article in the Austin American-Statesman in February 2008, existing home sales in the central Texas area fell to a two-year low in January 2008, but prices rose 7 percent, bucking the national trend. This means Austin's real estate market is still in decent shape compared to the rest … (0 comments)
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central texas: April Events in Central Texas - 03/30/08 01:43 PM
There's lots to do in Central Texas, and in the springtime, even more! Here's a sampling of events you might want to try. There's bound to be something to interest you!
April 1:
TDHMA Plow Day. Texas Draft Horse and Mule Association Plow Day in Tolar.
April 1-20:
National Cutting Horse Association … (6 comments)
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central texas: Head 'em Up, Move 'em Out! Equestrian Trails In Central Texas - 03/29/08 09:36 AM
It's Spring, and in the Spring, a young man (and woman's) thoughts turn to trail riding. However, these days, it's often not just a matter of heading out to the barn and saddlin' up ol' Blue and hitting the trail. You have to load ol' Blue up and take him for … (2 comments)
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central texas: Georgetown, Texas, A Great Place to Live and Work - 03/29/08 08:52 AM
We may sometimes seem like a sleepy little Texas town to some, but there's a lot going on underneath the surface! Fortune has named Georgetown #2 in its list of Best Places to Live and Launch because they've discovered what's going on here.
Georgetown is a great place to live because … (2 comments)
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central texas: Agave Development in Austin Real Estate - 03/13/08 10:06 PM
Modern housing is on the rise in Austin, making it easier for the modernist to move into a brand new home, instead of waiting for a mid century A.D. Stenger to come on the market. Six miles east on Martin Luther King Blvd, the Agave residential development is finishing up its … (0 comments)
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central texas: It's Festival Time In Central Texas! - 03/08/08 10:13 AM
Spring is turning, and it's festival time! (Well, it's always festival time in Central Texas, it seems, but we have more in spring and fall when the weather is delightful.)
I thought I'd share a few of the possibilities - you could probably party all spring long without missing a beat!
Today, I'm … (0 comments)
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central texas: Become A Doctor.....Of Real Estate That Is - 03/07/08 09:11 AM
Over the last 10 years, I have been a student of real estate. I say student because I don't think you should ever stop learning or having a strong desire to learn. And real estate, like our world, is constantly changing.
But one thing I've noticed is how few agents continue … (4 comments)
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central texas: The Sky May Be Falling Elsewhere....Not In Austin - 03/06/08 09:51 PM
I have all but given up watching TV these days. Good TV, like good radio stations is hard to find. And every time I turned it on, I would hear just how bad the housing market is. Obviously, the statistics are dismal in many areas of the country, but Austin, Texas is … (2 comments)
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central texas: Woodway Real Estate Tips - 03/02/08 06:57 AM
Seal the Deal with Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is one of the most important aspects of any real estate transaction. For me, it is the curb appeal that defines everything about my deal. How much will I offer? How much will it take to rehab the property? How does it compare … (1 comments)
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central texas: Waco Homes For Sale Tips - 03/02/08 06:56 AM
Seal the Deal with Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is one of the most important aspects of any real estate transaction. For me, it is the curb appeal that defines everything about my deal. How much will I offer? How much will it take to rehab the property? How does it compare … (1 comments)
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central texas: Eat Chocolate In A Good Cause! - 03/01/08 09:53 AM
This coming weekend, March 8-9, on of my Meetup groups, the Central Texas Food-Centrics (we're all about all things edible in Central Texas!) is attending the 3rd Annual Austin Chocolate Festival, an annual event held each spring to not only celebrate chocolate, bur raise funds for the fight against breast cancer … (10 comments)
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central texas: Experimental Aircraft Association - Local Chapter - Fundraising Fly in to La Grange Airport - 02/29/08 07:08 AM
The Experimental Aircraft Associationhas a local chapter in La-Grange in Central Texas that has a monthly "fly-in" and fund raising bar-b-que.
The funds raised from each of the bar-b-ques goes to the Young Eagles program which gives deserving young students and flying enthusiasts scholarships to continue their education.
Last month the weather was perfect and there were over 40 planes that … (0 comments)
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central texas: Spring has sprung in Central Texas - 02/27/08 05:59 AM
I woke up yesterday morning to see that spring sprang while I was sleeping!
Most all of my trees are budding! Of course this morning those new buds will have a rude awakening as it is near freezing.
Central Texas in the spring time, if you don't like the weather wait … (4 comments)
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central texas: Killeen, Temple, Waco, Gatesville, Austin, Round Rock, excellent areas to buy a home in Texas - 02/03/08 08:49 PM
"Killeen, Round Rock, Austin, Texas: Killeen has the lowest average home price in any market in the nation while still maintaining quality. Round Rock and Austin have seen incredible job growth and very stable home prices despite the downturn nationwide. Jobs continue to grow here -- a factor for keeping inventory … (0 comments)
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central texas: Little Jewels Discovered In The Countryside - 02/03/08 11:17 AM
Another agent and I went out driving Friday afternoon to look at a property in eastern Williamson County, some acreage, that she may be listing. We found a beautiful property in need of a little TLC that would make a lovely horse property (remove some mesquite trees to highlight the fantastic … (2 comments)
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central texas: Webberville Park, Travis County, Central Texas - 01/25/08 11:41 AM
I went out on a listing appt. in the Webberville area in Travis County, and since I was early for my appt. I took a few minutes to drive thru this lovely park to take some pictures to post.
The park is HUGE and has something to offer everyone in … (0 comments)
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central texas: Pictures of the South Shore of Lake Bastrop, Bastrop County, Central Texas - 01/25/08 11:32 AM
These are photos I took of the South Shore Park of Lake Bastrop nestled in the pines just outside of Bastrop. There is fishing, small watercraft boating, hiking trails, volleyball, swimming beach, dock, canoeing, paddle boats, bar b que, RV spots, cabins for rent. The lake is approx. 900 acres. … (0 comments)
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central texas: South Shore of Lake Bastrop, Central Texas - 01/25/08 11:23 AM
Located just a few miles outside of downtown Bastrop off of Hwy 21 you will find Lake Bastrop.
This lake is approx. 900 acres and is wonderful for sailing and fishing.
There are small cabins on the lake shore for rent, small cabins in the pines for rent, great RV spots and … (0 comments)
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central texas: A Guide to Austin's Greenbelts - 01/21/08 06:36 PM
On the eastern edge of the Edward’s plateau lies one of Austin’s greatest treasures: the Barton Creek Greenbelt. After millions of years, the runoff of rainwater carved a canyon into the plateau, and created one of Austin’s treasures.
The most popular of Austin’s greenbelts, the Barton Creek greenbelt is just … (1 comments)
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central texas: Austin Neighborhood Profile: Hyde Park - 01/18/08 04:53 PM
One of Austin's oldest and most loved neighborhoods in Austin is Hyde Park. Located in Central Austin just north of The University of Texas, Hyde Park is over 100 years old. Founded in 1891 by the Missouri, Kansas, and Texas Land and Town Company, the neighborhood was designed and marketed as … (0 comments)
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central texas: Downtown Austin Residential Development - A Landscape of Change - 01/15/08 02:11 PM
There's been a heck of a lot of residential development in Downtown Austin these days, so I developed a presentation that gives a picture of the scope of this change. If you'd like a copy of this presentation in a pdf format, definitely let me know.
Downtown Austin: A Landscape of ChangeCourtesy … (1 comments)
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central texas: Central Texas News.. - 01/09/08 03:01 PM
Central Texas is growing day by day and there are constantly new opportunities for everyone. Calling Central Texas Artists!ECT is looking for a local artist to create the art for its 2008 Community Stewardship Awards. To learn more about how you can submit your work, click on the photo of … (2 comments)
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central texas: Christmas 2007 in Central Texas - 12/25/07 09:47 PM
When many people think of Christmas (especially photographers and illustrators), they think of sleighs in the snow, white Christmases, and such.
Well, that's really usually contrary to our experience here in Central Texas, for the most part. Especially the white part.
Today, our family gathered at the Apache Shores (Austin) home … (7 comments)
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central texas: The Globalization of Bryan Texas - 11/13/07 01:31 PM
I just got through reading an interesting article in our newest local newspaper, AbouTown Press. Even in Central Texas, Bryan to be exact, the rest of the world is discovering all the great things that Bryan, College Station and the Brazos Valley, have to offer.
This article introduced a new company moving … (6 comments)
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central texas: Georgetown - 11/06/07 08:47 AM
Georgetown is a beautiful city rich with history.
Citizens enjoy historic downtown Courthouse square shopping , an award-winning parks system, a low-crime rate, a wide variety of housing options and a friendly community squarely rooted in culture, education and a high quality of life. Gtown offers quick and convenient access … (0 comments)
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central texas: Austin Celtic Festival - Dance, Sing, Eat, Drink, Herd Sheep, Follow the Pipes, Have Fun! - 11/04/07 10:37 AM
If you hurry, it's not too late to attend the second day of this year's annual Austin Celtic Festival!
Music (Joe Burke, Seven Nations, Silver Thistle, the list goes on and on), Dance (the Hill Country Highland Dancers, the Celtic Menagerie, Breton Dancing, and more), animals (herding demonstrations, sheep, Scotties, Irish Wolfhounds, Shetland Ponies … (4 comments)
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central texas: New Park Opened along Brushy Creek - 11/02/07 03:17 PM
Champion Park is a 33-acre park that sits along the award-winning Williamson County Regional Trail off of Brushy Creek Road -just east of Parmer lane.
The park was named after the Champion family, who once owned the land. The family cemetery is located in the park and includes the burial place of … (0 comments)
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central texas: Classic and Beautiful Central Texas Ranch - 10/26/07 12:25 PM
Step back into the peaceful days of yesteryear, but with modern conveniences. Watch your longhorns and horses graze from the rocker on your front porch. Make a Thanksgiving pecan pie from your homegrown pecans. Go on a trail ride - this is a perfect horse property!
Charming 1923 home, barn, garage, and … (9 comments)
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central texas: Fall is in the air....look who showed up! - 10/11/07 06:45 AM
With Fall at hand in Central Texas, a slight chill in the air, and harvest of the local crops in Bastrop County in full swing, scarecrows are beginning to pop up! Scarecrows http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scarecrow are used to ward off birds from gardens and groves. They are also a symbol of the turning of the seasons. They … (1 comments)
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central texas: Garner State Park - A Family Tradition - 10/10/07 02:23 PM
Several Austin, Texas families are preparing for our annual multi-family camping trip - a trek down to Garner State Park near Uvalde on the Frio River. This year marks our 11th journey. The trip includes anywhere from 5 - 10 families, depending on the year, and it has become a honored … (0 comments)
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central texas: Sunday In the Park with Isamu Taniguchi - 10/08/07 09:30 PM
This past weekend my husband, daughter and I were working hard getting our house in Austin ready for our son to move into this week (he's moving back to Texas from NYC). Sunday afternoon, we needed a break, and we had been talking about landscaping possibilities and were considering bamboo as … (9 comments)
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central texas: Going Green Gives Buyers More ways to Save in Central Texas and Beyond! - 10/02/07 09:41 PM
Big corporations are taking notice to what many buyers want.....to go GREEN!
Last month, Three major players in the mortgage industry responded.
Citigroup Inc.'s mortgage division launched a program that offers $1,000 off closing costs with its energy-efficient mortgage through the end of the year. Bank of America Corp. launched an … (0 comments)
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central texas: The Ever-Changing Central Texas Landscape - 10/01/07 08:20 AM
One thing I love about Central Texas is that if you don't like a particular topography or climate, you can just drive 50 miles in any given direction and find one of the five or six very different faces of Texas - hill country, blackland prairie, piney woods, Highland Lakes, all … (9 comments)
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central texas: Colorado River in Central Texas between Bastrop and Smithville - 09/28/07 08:57 AM
Although the Colorado River can rage at times, especially after 18 inches of rain in one night upstream, this morning it was meandering down towards the Gulf leisurely. In this part of Central Texas the Colorado River winds through many counties. Management is through the Lower Colorado River Association. Fishing can be … (0 comments)
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central texas: Are we having a recession? - 09/21/07 02:22 PM
In the past few weeks, there have been many discussions regarding recession, real estate, stocks, et al. I was curious as to what the hysteria was all about. As a real estate agent, I had to know the true facts since the news essentially affects my business.
On Neil Cavuto of … (0 comments)
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central texas: Great Listing in Pflugerville Texas!...you don't want to miss this! - 09/20/07 12:05 PM
Virtual Tour Here
MLS #: 3558065
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central texas: Round Rock's getting connected! - 09/20/07 11:47 AM
After years of having no reliable and inexpensive public-transportation way to get from Round rock to Downtown Austin, and back, The City has finally responded with a new Bus system that will connect Round Rock, to Austin's Capital Metro lines.
They plan on actually hiring a private bus company to get … (0 comments)
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central texas: Upcoming "Green" Events in Central Texas - 09/19/07 09:22 AM
Austin and Central Texas being the "green zone" that it is, there are frequently green events in the area. Upcoming ones are the City of Austin's Green City Fest at City Hall. Speakers from Mayor Will Winn and the City Council to John Dromgoole (Natural Gardening Guru to Austin) to topics from … (2 comments)
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central texas: A final tribute to a Central Texan! - 09/15/07 07:36 AM
This poem was written by Kaitlyn McGuinn September 9, 2007 and was read at the services held for Jack L. McPhaul, D.V.M 9/14/2007 in Smithville Texas. It moved me. I asked Kaitlyn if I could post it.
We say goodbye to a very special friend,
It's hard to imagine our time had to … (2 comments)
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central texas: Growth May Accelerate 183 A Expansion - 09/10/07 01:15 PM
The Central Texas Mobility Authority's -CTRMA, is considering accelerating the extension of 183A Toll, originally planned to begin in eight to 10 years. "Now we're thinking that we could do it in three to five years,.....When we opened, we had 80,000 - 90,000 transactions a day.... and is now down to … (0 comments)
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central texas: Wet weather blow outs - 09/05/07 08:52 AM
In visiting with my farrier and my vet this last month, both have commented on the number of shoe loss, blow outs, abscesses, and thrush that they have been seeing this year. With our area ( Central Texas) getting it's annual rain fall in the first six months of the year, … (4 comments)
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central texas: Kayaking On Town Lake in Austin, Texas - 09/04/07 02:13 PM
I lOVE Kayaking. It's one of the most relaxing things to do. My husband and I go to town lake in Austin as often as possible, and try to get our friends to go too, but most of the ones who live here, don't want to try it, and are missing … (6 comments)
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central texas: Austin Farmers Market - 09/02/07 10:33 AM
The mild summer in Austin has perceived a lush green belt across the hill country. Normal temperatures in the high 90's and 100's have been replaced by several days in August where the temps did not climb past the mid-70's. The drought of central Texas has officially been declared over at least … (10 comments)
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central texas: "The Austin market seems to be a different animal from the rest of the country," - 08/28/07 10:53 PM
Bob Barnes, president and chief executive of International Bank of Commerce in Austin, said he foresees the market remaining healthy for the next couple of years, based in large part on strong job growth.Ryan Sweet, an economist with Moody's Economy.com says, Austin's housing prices, though relatively high for Texas, have … (0 comments)
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central texas: Summer Has Decided to Make An Appearance in Central Texas - 08/19/07 01:29 PM
After an astonishingly wet and mild summer, Summer has decided to make an appearance here in the Austin area, and we've actually had a couple of days where the temps got up to 100. Given the humidity, staying inside in the air conditioning would appear to be the thought of the … (5 comments)
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central texas: An Eco-Friendly Way Of Dealing With Mosquitos in Texas - 08/12/07 01:10 PM
If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito. - Dalai Lama
Here in Texas, we're in the middle of the time of year (and of the wettest year on record) when the above maeks all sorts of sense to us. Mosquitos abound, and we … (13 comments)
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central texas: I'm Finally Turning "Officially" GREEN! - 08/02/07 12:56 PM
Well, I've been talking about it, and I finally did it - I signed up for my EcoBroker courses for my EcoBroker designation!
So far, I've only had one lesson from one course out of the three, but it was interesting, if not particularly relevant to our area (radon - when … (6 comments)
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central texas: Overpriced Listings and Sellers that Won't "Believe"! - 07/29/07 11:09 PM
I was inspired today when I read Marc Blasi'sblog Do you WANT to Sell your Home? Another Pricing Problem. Which was inspired by Molly Brown Would Have Been a Listing Agent by Chris Griffith, I too was inspired to vent!
I could completely empathise with Marc's plight and felt so passionately about it … (31 comments)
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central texas: The importance of ground type - 07/24/07 05:04 PM
If you are considering Texas for your next horse property make sure to investigate the ground type of the properties you look at! There is a difference! "Black dirt" can be extremely messy, "sandy loam" is the best for horses as it provides necessary drainage. Both can support a good grass … (1 comments)
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central texas: Avery Ranch in Austin, Texas - 07/23/07 09:33 AM
http://www.buyorsellaustinhomes.com/default.asp_Q_f_E_cpg_A_pg_E_AveryRanchAvery Ranch Just a quick 15 minute drive Northwest of Austin Texas is beautiful Avery Ranch. A master planned community that incorporates the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country with modern architecture. Avery Ranch is located minutes from major employers like IBM, Dell, Motorola, State Farm, Seton Healthcare and other large Austin companies. Shopping … (2 comments)
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central texas: 20 Cities in Texas Make Forbes Top "100 Fastest Growing Sububs" - 07/22/07 02:06 PM
The word is out! People are relocating to Texas for the most affordable homes in the nation. With the most cities of any state on the list, Texas had 20% share with 20 of its great cities noted in the Forbes survey "100 Fastest-Growing Suburbs". Twelve of which are in the Dallas-Forth Worth metro area and many right … (2 comments)
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central texas: inactive - 07/16/07 04:50 PM
On Hold
Exciting Pflugerville Getaway - 908 Indian Run Dr.
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central texas: Rents and Vacancy Rates in Central Texas - 07/10/07 09:41 PM
According to the Austin American Statesman, current projects around central Texas will add more than 1.3 million square feet of office space when they are completed this year.
What's driving this momentum? -Central Texas' strong job growth!
Here are the stats- job growth in central Texas was at a 4.1% annual … (1 comments)
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central texas: After The Storm - 07/01/07 09:05 AM
While we still have a 50% chance of rain in the area for the next several days, it looks like (knock on wood!) that the major flooding is over, at least on our place. So this morning we're pumping out the flooded storm shelter.
It was difficult getting a photo, on … (3 comments)
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central texas: The new Austin Metro Rail in Leander!! - 06/12/07 05:05 PM
Leander residents who make the daily drive to Austin have a new, eco-friendly commuting option.Capital Metro's commuter rail has officially opened its first Central Texas station in Leander. While the train is not yet running, the park-and-ride area can be used by bus riders. The commuter rail system will open … (2 comments)
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central texas: When is it good to pay discount points? - 05/28/07 07:25 PM
As rates slowly rise with inflation, buyers will be looking for more options to purchase the home they want. While there are other products, one of the simplest and safest options is paying points. Discount points are fees paid to the lender at closing to permanently pay down the interest rate … (6 comments)
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central texas: TEXAS! IMPORTANT MORTGAGE LEGISLATIVE ITEM NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION! - 05/15/07 12:19 PM
IMPORTANT LEGISLATIVE ITEM NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION!
Has one of your buyers ever got stuck with a higher mortgage rate, because they had to use the builder's Mortgage Company?
There is legislation in the Texas House of Representatives that would prohibit sellers (builders) from making incentives contingent upon using any specific service provider. Builders … (2 comments)
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central texas: Texas Real Estate Markets are Hot for Buyers! - 05/04/07 04:58 PM
Central Texas Real Estate Market:
According to RECON (Real Estate Center Online News provided by Texas A&M), webwire and House Predictors, five Texas markets are in the annual top 10 Hottest Real Estate Buyers Market forecast!
Here are the five Texas Real Estate Buyer Markets:
McAllen -2nd place Austin -5th place Houston - 6th place El Paso -8th … (0 comments)
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central texas: ROT Rally! - 05/03/07 09:51 AM
What is a ROT Rally, you ask? Well, let me tell you.
A few years ago (a LOT of years ago), my daughter and I were returning from a horse club meeting at a farm north of Elgin. We came the back way. As we were driving the beautiful, twisty, turny back … (0 comments)
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central texas: EcoLabs Exemption-Worthy? - 05/02/07 08:08 AM
One of the property tax exemptions, one I'd not heard of until very recently, is an exemption similar to the agricultural exemption, but for use of private land as an ecological laboratory by universities. Simply put, the private landowner allows the university to do studies of insect populations, native versus invasive … (3 comments)
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central texas: What a Weekend! - 05/01/07 03:16 PM
A year ago, in a moment of insanity, I volunteered to be the Show Secretary of the 2007 Heart of Texas Morgan Horse Club (HOTMHC) Open Fun Show. And this past weekend, Friday and Saturday, April 27 and 28, was the weekend. (Did I think it would never come? Was I … (0 comments)
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central texas: Cedar Park, Texas -A Growing community - 04/26/07 02:44 PM
Cedar Park...A wonderful Texas City located just north west of Austin is poised for a big BOOM! The explosive growth fostered by the expansion of 183A, is making living in Cedar Park very convenient to down town Austin. The location of Cedar Park is also a favorite for those wanting to … (0 comments)
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central texas: Fresh Greens! Fresh Greens! Get Your Fresh Greens Here! - 04/25/07 12:49 PM
It's spring in Central Texas and the Farmers' Markets are in bloom. This is a great time for cooking with really fresh produce picked just that morning or the afternoon before, purchased at the closest farmer's market. Great food, and you can support your local community economy.
Some options in the Austin … (5 comments)
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central texas: -A quick look at taxes and real estate investments. - 04/19/07 08:15 AM
It's everyone's favorite time of year....tax time. With that in mind, it's a great time to discuss the potential tax benefits of real estate investment.
One of the many benefits of owning cash flow properties is that real estate rent, collected as income, are considered passive income by the IRS and are … (2 comments)
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central texas: Roses In The Snow - 04/07/07 08:53 PM
The weather in Central Texas is nothing if not changeable, but this does push things a bit.
Just a few days ago it was in the 80's. Today, it decided to snow. In Central Texas. In April. Little tiny flakes, and big fluffy 2" flakes. It rarely snows here even in … (4 comments)
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central texas: Drought. Flood. Drought. Flood. Drought. Flood. Normal Texas Weather - 03/26/07 09:48 PM
The above is a quote of a weatherman here in Central Texas last year, and it's an accurate one. (You other Texas agents will understand.)
A couple of weeks ago, due to the drought we've been experiencing, we were under a burn ban. The creek that runs in front of our house … (11 comments)
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central texas: Investment properties - 03/19/07 09:50 PM
You don't have to be rich to be a real estate investor. I invested in realestate the first time with only 5,000 down. Having excellent credit, of course, helps. Using someone elses money and making money is the BEST way to leverage your investment!www.centexaustinrealestate.com … (7 comments)
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central texas: Keeping Austin Weird - Eeyore's Birthday Party - 03/08/07 12:55 PM
Back in 1963, University of Austin Professor Lloyd Birdwell's English class needed a break due to spring fever. So, they had a party for a fictional character - Eeyore, the perpetually depressed donkey from A.A. Milne's "Pooh" series. It was a small affair, held in Eastwoods Park on the east side … (4 comments)
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central texas: Keeping Austin Weird: It's a Bird! It's a Plane! No, It's SUPERKITE! - 03/08/07 10:18 AM
Go fly a kite!
Every March, in a demonstration of Austin weirdness and community, Austinites and Central Texans take this seriously and thousands of us get together and fly a kite.
Last weekend, Austin celebrated the 79th annual Zilker Kite Festival (aka the Zilker Kite Flying Contest) in Zilker Park. Kites of … (0 comments)
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central texas: Way Out Wineries Mardi Gras Road Trip - 01/26/07 09:11 PM
If the Super Bowl isn't your thing, there's an alternative for the first weekend in February. On the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, the Way Out Wineries of Texas are having a Mardi Gras Road Trip touring the 8 member wineries in Central Texas towns for tasting and food and wine pairings involving Louisiana … (0 comments)
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central texas: Free Concert Series Returns to Austin - 12/27/06 03:58 PM
In celebration of their centennial this year, the Austin Federation of Musicians is bringing back their Free Concert Series in Austin, Texas, at Ruta Maya and, when the weather turns warm(er), at the Zilker Hillside Theater. This year the series will consist of 20 concerts, two bands each, every Monday evening.
Free … (0 comments)
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central texas: Save the Trees! - 12/19/06 07:57 PM
Georgetown, Texas, has been taking some action to help keep the inevitable growth at our doorstep from destroying the very ambiance that draws people to move here in the first place.
Latest in this effort tree protection rules, intended to apply to "heritage trees" of a 26-inch or greater diameter of species … (4 comments)
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central texas: Beautiful Georgetown Home On One Acre - 12/18/06 11:50 AM
This lovely 3/2 on one acre, with a privacy fenced yard including a swimming pool that is 9 feet deep at the deep end (per the owner), has a sunroom overlooking the deck and pool that is perfect for an office, playroom, sitting room, entertainment area, whatever you wish.
Relax in … (0 comments)
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central texas: Central Texas Horse Facility, Perfect for Trainer or Breeder - 12/18/06 10:41 AM
This horse facility, originally a Thoroughbred breeding farm, is perfect for trainers, breeders, or someone who wants an equine retreat about 25 miles southeast of downtown Austin in Caldwell County.
131 acres turnkey operation 3 barns (one 20 stalls with tackroom, one 12 stalls with tackroom with toilet, plus 4 stalls attached … (4 comments)
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central texas: The World Gets Smaller and Smaller - 12/14/06 09:25 PM
Our local world, anyway. State Highway 130 opened yesterday. Another of the new toll roads in Central Texas, this one bypasses Austin to the east, but provides quicker access to East Austin by avoiding IH35 from north of Georgetown down, thusfar, to U.S. 290, with access in Williamson County at State … (3 comments)
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central texas: Christmas in Austin - Another Tradition - 12/11/06 10:15 PM
This past weekend Armadillo Christmas Bazaar opened for its 31st year. Named for Armadillo World Headquarters, where it was first held, it is one of our favorite traditions, 16 days of Christmas, including shopping for unique gifts, many of them created by the artists manning the booths. And shopping is not all there … (0 comments)
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central texas: I Just Saw WHAT Done Up In Christmas Lights????? - 12/04/06 09:27 PM
Central Texas has many beautiful light displays during the holiday season. From entire county courthouses encrusted with glowing bejeweled lights, to the Trail of Lights in Austin, we have it all. And we also have something that is unique to our area - one of the things that helps Keep Austin … (3 comments)
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central texas: IKEA is here! IKEA is here! - 11/26/06 07:53 PM
For months, IKEA enthusiasts have been watching the construction at the intersection of IH35 and FM 1435 in Round Rock. First, the Outlet Mall opened, to rave reviews. But we had to wait for the real treat. Now, as a Texan, I really have no problem driving 150 miles one way … (7 comments)
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central texas: Horsin' Around In Texas - Where to Do It - 11/26/06 06:06 PM
So, you're in Texas, you've got a horse, and you want to get out and DO something with your best buddy. Or you don't have a horse, but you'd love to go trail riding on one. But where to go?
Here's just a few suggestions.
For trailing riding, there are quite a few … (3 comments)
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central texas: The Sensuality of Slow, Part 1 - 11/19/06 11:44 AM
We're always thinking we have so little time, always rush, rush, rushing to get everything we think we MUST pack into our lives done, that we very often forget the reason we're doing all this in the first place - theoretically, the enjoyment of life. (Because why do it if you're … (3 comments)
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