78750: Austin TX ~ Zilker Trail of Lights Is Back Dec. 16-23, 2012
- 11/24/12 09:14 PM
The Zilker Trail of Lights is back thanks to local running store owner Paul Carrozza, through his RunTex Foundation! He worked diligently to assemble the pieces of a 1.2 million dollar financing package. Details on the time will be coming soon.
Grocery chain HEB made the biggest commitment followed by Dell, Samsung, Seton, Vista Equity Partners, Human, Cirrus Logic and South Point. More sponsors are in the works. Companies are listing to Austinitie’s desires and are giving back to the community….kudos to all!!Carrozza does credit the City Council and Major Lee Leffingwell with helping bring back the event they killed … (28 comments)
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78750: How Should I Document My Assets When Applying For A Loan?
- 11/23/12 08:55 PM
CT Hancock, Mortgage Advisor with Coldwell Banker Mortgage, advises us verifying funds for down payment and/or closing costs and documenting their source is a crucial part of the loan process.
There are two kinds of your money that must be documented correctly:
1. Money you already have – needs to be documenting by providing statements.2. Money to be acquired – during the loan process such as gift funds, sale of property, etc. requires specific and detailed documentation and should be discussed with your Mortgage Advisor prior to receipt and depot of funds.CT Hancock offered us 7 quick tips for … (28 comments)
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78750: "Foodie" Fridays ~ 11-23-12
- 11/22/12 08:47 PM
“Foodie” Fridays in Austin
Thanksgiving is over and you’ve enjoyed a delicious turkey dinner with family and friends. Whether you decide to tackle those Black Friday specials or just want to get out for awhile, check out these restaurants. They are all in The Arboretum area – close to all kinds of shopping and a 16 theatre movie complex. You can shop ‘til you drop, eat a good dinner, and relax at a movie all in the same area.
1. NORTH BY NORTHWEST RESTAURANT AND BREW PUB
http://nxnwbrew.comNorth by Northwest started when Davis … (19 comments)
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78750: From Our Family to Yours~Happy Thanksgiving From Austin Texas
- 11/21/12 08:20 PM
Giving Thanks today means so much to our family. We appreciate how blessed we are and are grateful for all that life offers us.
We wish that your home may be filled with heavens's warmth, the love of family and the joy of friends!
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours. As always holiday wishes are brought to you as a courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors; your NW Austin Real Estate Consultant.P.S. If having a new home is on your Christmas list, just call Dorie Dillard. Whether you need to buy or sell a NW Austin area home, I can help! Search for homes … (25 comments)
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78750: JUST LISTED~NW Austin~11117 Calavar Dr. Austin,TX 78726 ~ Canyon Creek
- 11/21/12 05:03 AM
JUST LISTED ~ NW Austin ~ 11117 Calavar Dr. Austin, TX 78726 ~ Canyon Creek www.11117calavar.com
This home is truly a living masterpiece, harmonizing nature, comfort and modern technology. The updates have been taken to the next level…you’ll love the warm and inviting kitchen and the upstairs master retreat is a special retreat for you to indulge in your very own spa-like bath. The secondary bedroom will be a luxury to use by other family members or guests. The resort style … (24 comments)
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78750: The Elgin TX Christmas Tree Farm ~ A Holiday Outing
- 11/20/12 08:42 PM
Thanksgiving is tomorrow and many families have a tradition of getting their Christmas tree the next day. The Elgin TX Christmas Tree Farm offers a fun holiday adventure for the whole family! It’s Elgin’s Original Choose-n-cut Tree Farm since 1984.The Elgin Christmas Tree Farm has been selling trees since 1987 when they sold their first tree.They will kick of the Christmas Tree Season on Friday, November 23rd, 2012! They offer hayrides, animals, mazes, food and entertainment for the whole family! Tools needed to cut down your own tree are provided. They even shake your selection to get rid of all needles … (15 comments)
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78750: Cheer Station~Austin,TX~A Positive Environment to Learn and Compete
- 11/20/12 09:47 AM
Cheer Station in Austin, Texas has been voted for the past three years by the readers of Austin Family Magazine the “Best Place to Cheer” and by the American Cheerleader Magazine who voted Cheer Stations “One of the top All-star Gyms in the USA”!!It’s not a wonder my granddaughter, Maggie, chose Cheer Station to be trained in one of their class programs. They coach over 550 athletes and have the largest cheer gym in the Austin area. What Maggie likes is their philosophy that each child can reach their potential through positive guidance and self-esteem building and superior instruction. They … (14 comments)
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78750: Docusign~Is your Business Still Demanding Wet Original Signatures?
- 11/19/12 08:52 PM
Docusign is a tool I utilize on a daily basis running my real estate business. From getting initials and signatures on listing agreements, seller’s disclosures, offers; the time, gas and money saved for me and my clients is incalculable!
If only other industries would embrace the technology that is developed and in place that currently has made a huge impact on enabling real estate transactions to run more smoothly.
We have an outstanding financial advisor that we completely trust and recommend to friends and family. However when our signatures are needed for trading or making changes to our portfolio … (18 comments)
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78750: Another home has sold in Canyon Creek Subdivision ~ NW Austin, 78726
- 11/19/12 04:21 AM
Another Home has Sold in Canyon Creek Subdivision ~ NW Austin 78726
Buyers and sellers in NW Austin, homes are selling quickly in NW Austin. In fact another home just sold in Canyon Creek courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors.
I had the pleasure to represent the sellers on this charming single story home on a quiet interior street at 10604 Beckwood Drive, Austin, Texas 78726. The seller called me because of the number of homes I’ve listed and sold in the community. They saved all my Canyon Creek Market Reports delivered in the community throughout the years! I … (8 comments)
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78750: Tech Support Monday ~ 11-19-12
- 11/18/12 08:48 PM
It’s Monday morning and this is Thanksgiving week! Some of you may already have company that has come in and may even have attended the Formula 1 race in Austin this past week-end!!
Hopefully you’re settling in with your first cup of coffee. Here is some amusing tech support to get your day started:
Tech Support: “Okay in the bottom left hand side of the screen, can you see the “OK” button displayed?”Customer: “Wow. How can you see my screen from there?”Tech Support: “What does the screen say now?”Customer: “It says, ‘Hit ENTER when ready’.”Tech Support: “Well?”Customer: “How … (26 comments)
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78750: JUST SOLD in Ranch of Brushy Creek Subdivision, Cedar Park, TX
- 11/17/12 08:28 PM
Cedar Park TX buyers another new construction home in Cedar Park has just sold in the Ranch of Brushy Creek Subdivision, courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in NW Austin TX.Eric and Joanne were past clients and were ready to move up to a larger home. I listed their home which sold in one day! We knew the area they wanted to concentrate looking in to be close to the private school their two children now attend. They wanted a resale home with a pool but unfortunately there were none available. Thankfully, a new construction home in The Ranch at … (24 comments)
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78750: 2012 Austin Junior League~A Christmas Affair~The 12 days of Christmas
- 11/16/12 08:08 PM
2012 is a Christmas Affair to remember! This Year the Junior League partnered with famed Jewelry designer Kendra Scott for the annual extravaganza Christmas affair. The theme “Twelve Days of Christmas” was an inspiration for her first Christmas ornament design for the event! It’s a limited addition and can only be purchased through the Junior League Austin. The partridge is a custom design composed of gorgeous chalcedony, smoky, and lemon jewels that will sparkle and shine all season long. Complete with intricate feather etching and golden organic detail!Every year my friend Roxanne and I make plans and attend the Thursday morning … (15 comments)
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78750: "Foodie" Fridays in Austin 11-16-12
- 11/15/12 08:06 PM
“Foodie” Fridays in Austin
A lot of us may be having company starting this weekend and be out and about shopping for the holidays. You want to take a break, get something good to eat but nothing too fancy. Here are a few options for you to check out: a great neighborhood Mexican restaurant, a new Italian restaurant in town; and if you like pork, have I got a place for you!
1. MESA ROSA http://www.mesarosa.comYou know the expression “eat where the locals eat”? Well, a lot of locals eat at Mesa Rosa. This is the kind of neighborhood … (22 comments)
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78750: Another home has sold in NW Austin 78613
- 11/15/12 06:02 AM
Another Home has Sold in NW Austin 78613
Buyers and sellers in NW Austin, homes are selling quickly in NW Austin. In fact another home just sold in Volente Hills courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors. I had the pleasure to represent the sellers on this charming single story home on a quiet interior street at 3100 Cashell Drive, Austin, Texas 78613. I sold the home to them back in 2007 and they were ready to sell and move up to a larger home.My sellers worked hard to follow the necessary steps I and the stager outlined to present their … (9 comments)
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78750: What is a Property Tax Deferral in Austin, Texas?
- 11/14/12 07:43 PM
In the Lone Star State a property tax deferral is available to taxpayers who have a senior or a disability exemption on their residential homestead. A tax deferral allows taxpayers to postpone paying their property taxes for as long as they live in their residence. However deferred taxes can become delinquent! This was enacted to provide additional tax relief, a postponement of all property tax payments until the age-65-or-older owner sells the residence, moves out of it or dies. When one of those events occurs, the real estate taxes are due, with interest, after 180 days. If the former owner has … (11 comments)
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78750: Thunder Clouds 2012 Turkey Trot ~ in Austin Texas
- 11/13/12 08:09 PM
Don’t get left behind this Thanksgiving Day on Thunder Clouds 2012 Turkey Trot in Austin! Oh I know you have lots going on that day..but get organized, delegate duties, get your jobs out of the way and be there!The fun starts at 8:45 am at the Long Center (701W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX 78704). Here is the link to the race information:http://thundercloud.com/index.php/race-infoAll of the race proceeds benefit Caritas of Austin. Last year’s Turkey Trot raised over $260,000 big ones!! Over the last 21 years the raced has raised over 1.5 million for Caritas! Last year’s Turkey Trot was the most successful … (19 comments)
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78750: Canyon Creek Elementary Helping NW Austin Local Families in Need!
- 11/12/12 08:34 PM
It’s time to Pay it Forward for our NW Austin families in need of Holiday Turkeys. The Hill Country Community Ministries is holding their annual Holiday Turkey Drive. The goal is to provide 600 turkeys this holiday season and your family can help!
Canyon Creek Elementary has a “Turk-O-Meter which the PTA is keeping track of the daily total raised so the kids can see the progress!! The cost of each turkey is approximately $15 and the goal is to give as much as possible! The drive will run through November 20th so please get your donations to the Canyon Creek … (20 comments)
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78750: What Happens If My Austin, TX Property Tax Payment is not on Time?
- 11/12/12 05:34 AM
What to do if I cannot make a payment?Pay as much as possible by January 31, 2013 and contact the tax office for a payment plan.What do I need for a payment plan?You will need the property account number, the name and daytime telephone number of the person making the payments and a proposed schedule of payments.What is the penalty for late payment?On February 1, 2013, 6% penalty and 1% interest accrue on the unpaid balance. Penalty and interest increase each month and total 18% in July, 24% after one year. The penalties are stiff to insure taxes will … (8 comments)
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78750: Tech Support Monday ~ 11-12-12
- 11/11/12 08:55 PM
Whew....what a week-end! Our Longhorns beat Iowa State and all my Thanksgiving calenders are delivered to our community...over 1,300!!! It’s now Monday morning again and hopefully you’re settling in with your first cup of coffee. Here is some amusing Password Logic to start your week off:During a recent password audit, it was found that a blonde was using the following password:
“MickeyMinniePlutoHueyLouieDeweyDonaldGoofyParis”
When asked why she had such a long password, she said she was told it had to be at least 8 characters long and include at least one capital.
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78750: French Bread Recipe~So Easy~So Delicious~Perfect for the Holidays!
- 11/10/12 09:10 PM
This is a French Bread recipe my mom use to make from the Fleischmann Treasury of Yeast Baking cookbook from 1962 (my copy is pretty dogged eared). Mom was a high school home economics teacher and this was a recipe she had all her students learn how to make. It’s quick & easy to put together and tastes delicious. It’s a tradition I have carried on and always make for the holidays.
I have gotten creative and inserted meats and cheese in the center like ham and cheese or pepperoni and mozzarella..wow a great thing to bring to a … (32 comments)
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The Zilker Trail of Lights is back thanks to local running store owner Paul Carrozza, through his RunTex Foundation! He worked diligently to assemble the pieces of a 1.2 million dollar financing package. Details on the time will be coming soon. 
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