nw austin tx: November 2014 Austin Texas Events ~ Here is what is going on! - 10/30/14 03:22 AM
 
November 2014 Austin Texas Events ~ Here is what is going on!

It’s November and what a great line-up of fun things to do in Austin!  Don’t forget it’s Formula One US Grand Prix weekend at the Circuit of the Americas Oct. 31- Nov.2nd.  You won’t want to miss the annual Junior League Christmas Affair at the Palmer Events Center starting on the 19th-23rd!  Austin City Limits is featuring Merle Haggard on the 11th and Heart on the 16th.  There are so many options with something offered for the whole family.You won’t be disappointed with the venues offered in November. … (20 comments)

nw austin tx: Winflo Osteria ~ "Foodie" Friday ~ 10/31/14 - 10/28/14 06:56 AM
 Looking for something different for date night this week-end?  Come downtown to Sixth Street and enjoy what is billed as “The exclusive supper club, drinkery & music stage in the City of Austin.”  You’re sure to enjoy this Italian eatery that is located in a 1922 craftsman style bungalow in historic Old West Austin. It will be an experience you won't forget! Remember to call for reservations......Formula 1 is in town!!
 
 
 
 
 
Winflo Osteria                                http://winfloosteria.com/
 
Winflo Osteria is an Italian restaurant featuring moderately priced fresh food. When possible, they use locally sourced ingredients on a menu that … (15 comments)

nw austin tx: City of Austin TX has a new 3*1*1 APP - 10/28/14 02:45 AM
 City of Austin TX has a new 3-1-1 APP
 
The City of Austin just made it easier for residents to communicate in real time with the City. If you have an inquiry or concern you can reach the city through the 3*3*1 APP. It’s so simple. The City of Austin created a 3*1*1 APP for you to download on your smart phone. Talk about convenience!!
 
Residents can now download the APP in the palm of their hands, select a service request type, enter a location, attach a photo and hit submit in the blink of an eye!
 
Requests … (14 comments)

nw austin tx: Learning to overcome obstacles is the key to success - 10/20/14 08:30 AM
Learning to overcome obstacles is the key to success
 
Learning to overcome obstacles comes naturally to some people while others have to work at it. You can learn to be a problem solver by studying what problems arise and educating yourself on solutions. Ask questions! Determine what is the problem? What is the desired outcome?
 
It’s like solving a puzzle. You practice enough and you’ll begin to anticipate where the pieces fit to complete any picture. You can’t always bulldoze your way through a problem. You made need to take time to encircle the problem and take a softer … (20 comments)

nw austin tx: NW Austin Canyon Creek Subdivision Fall Festival Saturday 10/18 4-7pm - 10/14/14 01:15 AM
The Canyon Creek Fall Festival at Trailhead Park is this Saturday, October 18th from 4-7pm.
 
There will be fun for the whole family! Wild Flower Seeds, Pumpkin Patch, Candy, Face Painting, Tattoos, Arts and Crafts, Cookies For a Cause will all be on tap.
 
Be sure you wear your Halloween Costumes...young and old! The red carpet will be rolled out for the Costume contest which begins at 4:30 – 5pm. There are three categories: Most original, Best Attention to detail and Funniest!
 
Everyone loves to interact with the animals that Michael from the Zoo Show brings. His exotic and Creepy Crawly animals are always a … (8 comments)

nw austin tx: Austin TX Area Single Family Housing Statistics ~ August 2014 - 09/23/14 06:04 AM
 
Austin TX Area Single Family Housing Statistics ~ August 2014
According to the Austin Multiple Listing Service (MLS), the Austin Texas Residential Real Estate Market in August 2014 reflected a month over month decrease of 4% in single family Units Sold compared to August of 2013. However the Median Home Price for single family homes jumped 11% and the Average Price rose 9%!  Single family homes continued to sell quickly with Average Days on Market of 42 days, one day less than August 2013.
Rising single family homes prices and housing affordability issues persist to plaque the Austin Housing market. A significant number … (14 comments)

nw austin tx: Casa Chapala "Foodie" Friday - 9-5-14 - 09/04/14 05:50 AM
It's the week-end after Labor Day and all those tasty BBQ picnics! Let's strike out this week-end for a change of pace and some delicious Mexican food! Lunch, Happy Hour or dinner you'll have a treat. In the mood for some tequila? In the cata you'll learn the taste difference of many varities.  Be adventuresome and bring your friends and family for an evening of fun and laughter. Enjoy little slice of Mexico right here in Austin TX!
 
 
 
 
CASA CHAPALA      
http://www.casachapala.com/casachapalahome.html
When he was growing up in Central Mexico, Guadalupe “Lupe” Barragan  used to work in the fields … (19 comments)

nw austin tx: Tech Support ~ 9-1-14 - 08/27/14 02:12 AM
     
Happy Labor Day! For many of you there will be BBQ's and fun family and friends celebrations. As Geno and delivered food to our grandsons last night (Geneo's son is still in the hospital) we saw a wonderful array of fireworks. It's been a busy week-end. We were able to watch live feeds of our granddaughter playing for Bucknell University at a tournament in CA in girls vollyeball. So proud of her..she scored the highest number of kills and her stats were excellent..really proving her place on the team as a freshmen. I've received 2 offers on listings..came to … (32 comments)

nw austin tx: Hook 'em Horns! 2014 Football Schedule - 08/14/14 07:52 AM
 
Hook ’em Horns! 2014 Football Schedule
 
The first home game is right around the corner at the University Of Texas! Here is the fall line up..the first two games are playing in Austin!

 
We have a new coach so expect some changes. Coach Charlie Strong’s five core values are posted throughout the Longhorn’s football facility!
 
1.    Honesty
2.    No hurting women
3.    No drugs
4.    No stealing
5.    No guns
 
Charlie is setting the bar high…..a violation of any of these core values means a player doesn’t value being on the team…sounds fair to me!
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nw austin tx: 1 Texas Sales Tax-Free Week-end~ August 8-10 2014 - 07/22/14 05:29 AM
 Texas Sales Tax-Free Week-end~ August 8-10 2014
 
 
Texas Shoppers make sure you market your calendars for a break from state and local sales taxes on August 8-10 2014! It’s the annual state tax holiday. Remember Layaway plans can be used again this year to take advantage of the sales tax holiday!
Continuing the tradition, the law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced under $100 from Sales and use taxes..... saving shoppers $8 on every $100 they spend!
 

 For more detailed information visit: http://www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/taxholiday/d/
 
As always community events and news are brought to … (20 comments)

nw austin tx: Real Estate Market in NW Austin TX Canyon Creek Subdivision April 2014 - 05/06/14 08:26 AM
 Real Estate Market in NW Austin, TX in Canyon Creek Subdivision April 2014
Are you looking for the latest statistics for the real estate market in NW Austin TX in the Canyon Creek Subdivision in April, 2014?  Are you wondering if it is the right time to sell or buy a home?  This report reviews the current market conditions and expectations as we finished the first month of the second quarter in 2014.
Canyon Creek is one of the most desired neighborhoods in NW Austin.  It’s a prestigious master planned community that boasts several parks, a Junior Olympic pool, tennis courts, nature trails, … (17 comments)

nw austin tx: Another home SOLD in River Place Subdivision NW Austin,TX April 2014 - 04/30/14 02:27 AM
 Another Home SOLD in River Place Subdivision in NW Austin TX April 2014
 
NW Austin residents…..homes are selling quickly. Another home has sold in River Place Subdivision in NW Austin Texas, courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors.

My buyers are thrilled with their purchase of their new home on 10309 Arcana Cove in River Place. We made sure we saw this home the first day it came on market. My buyers made the decision to compete against multiple offers and their offer was accepted!
 
We listed their home immediately and obtained a buyer who allowed a … (12 comments)

nw austin tx: Tech Support - 3-10-14 - 03/06/14 03:55 AM
It’s  Spring Break here in Austin! SXSW is in full swing and many residents have left for skiing in CO or the beaches South of the border. Those interested in buying are out in full force and some sellers set the stage to catch those buyers. My new listing I entered in on Friday is under contract! I found a home for a buyer on Sunday and they are considering making an offer. I had a lovely date with Geno on Friday night and made real progress on gathering our income tax information for our accountant. It's Monday morning and time to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy some … (10 comments)

nw austin tx: Lake Travis Zipline Adventures ~ Go Big ~ Get Wet ~ Austin TX - 07/22/13 08:29 AM
 Lake Travis Zipline Adventures~Go Big ~Get Wet~Austin TX
Looking for an adventure in Austin this summer? You must contact Lake Travis Zipline Adventures and give zip lining a chance, the newest of Central Texas Zipline tours! It’s located only 25 minutes from downtown Austin.
 
Our granddaughter Maggie just celebrated her 12th birthday harnessed to a steel cable flying through the air for an astounding half mile whizzing over incredible canyons and lake inlets above Lake Travis for a real adrenaline rush!

 
 
 
 

 
We are so fortunate in Austin to have so many fun activities … (22 comments)

nw austin tx: Does your current insurance policy cover your dog? - 07/12/13 09:14 PM
Does Your Current Insurance Policy Cover Your Dog?
Wow..I learned something in our sales meeting this week from Ted Heaton with State Farm Insurance. Did you know your policy could be immediately cancelled or not renewed if your insurance company is not aware you own a “dangerous” dog?
 
What is a dangerous dog?
 
According to most insurance companies the following are the most common “Dangerous Breeds” or “Blacklisted Breeds”:
 
1. Pit bulls & Staffordshire Terriers
2.Doberman Pinchers
3. Rottweilers
4. Chows
5. Great Danes
6. Presa Canarios
7. Akitas
8. Alaskan Malamutes
9. German Shepherds
10. … (65 comments)

nw austin tx: Tech Support ~ 7-8-13 - 07/07/13 09:18 PM

 
 
 
 
What a great July 4th week-end! I had my "Hudson" fix on July 4th, came to terms on a repairs on a listing, showed a new listing to one of my buyers and talked with a few sellers who will be coming on the market in September! The weather was warm and we had plenty of sunshine....a great holiday week-end!!
 
It's Monday morning and time to get back to work! Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew (mine will be fresh roasted coffee)  and join me in some tech support humor to get your week going....


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nw austin tx: A chance to see the United Airlines 787 Dream Liner - 07/01/13 06:47 AM
 
A Chance to see the United Airlines 787 Dream Liner
 
Wednesday June 26th Gene and I made the short list of less than 300 people invited to the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to view the new United Airlines 787 Dream Liner.

The event was from 5 pm-7:30 pm. Mario Valdez the general manager of the Austin airport for United Airlines spoke and introduced the Mayor of Austin, Lee Leffingwell. Jim Mueller, United Airlines VP of Atlantic & Pacific Sales, and Ken Price, Director of Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airlines also offered up short messages.
We got to tour … (19 comments)

nw austin tx: "Foodie" Fridays in Austin ~ 6-28-13 - 06/27/13 09:30 PM
“Foodie Fridays” in Austin
 

 
 
 
This weekend promises to be a hot one in Austin with temperatures over 100 degrees the entire time. Sounds like a good reason to say it will be too hot to cook so how about taking your taste buds on a little adventure around the globe?  At this restaurant, you can visit Italy, Mexico, China, France, Cajun country and of course, Texas and more without ever leaving your booth!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

BAKEHOUSE RESTAURANT AND BAR      http://www.austinbakehouse.com

At the Bakehouse Restaurant it’s … (22 comments)

nw austin tx: Homes For Sale in Spicewood on Bull Creek~NW Austin ~The Perfect Guide - 06/26/13 10:30 AM
 
Homes For Sale in Spicewood on Bull Creek~ NW Austin TX~The Perfect Guide
 
What’s the neighborhood like?
Spicewood on Bull Creek residents enjoy single family homes on spacious treed lots ranging in price from the low $400,000’s to the mid $700,000’s as of 2013. The gently rolling terrain and hills characterize the landscape.  Spicewood on Bull Creek is centrally located in NW Austin in Travis county; just south of Anderson Mill Rd, north of Spicewood Springs Rd and west of Highway 183. The zip code for the community is 78750. There are a variety of one and two story … (9 comments)

nw austin tx: Homes For Sale in Canyon Creek, NW Austin TX~The Perfect Guide - 06/17/13 09:57 PM
 Homes For Sale in Canyon Creek, NW Austin TX~The Perfect Guide
 
 
What’s the neighborhood like?
Canyon Creek is a master-planned community located off Highway 620 half way between Anderson Mill Road and Highway 2222 in Travis county. There are approximated 1,330 single family homes, garden homes and condos nestled in the rolling landscape of the Austin Hill Country and their zip code is 78726.
In the late 1980’s the Blanton Co. started development of the community The area had been a hunting and ranch area but Perry Blanton envisioned a master planned community with parks and hike and nature … (16 comments)

 
Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones (Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Austin, TX

More about me…

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899

Address: 9442 N. Capital TX Highway, Plaza One Suite 625, Austin, TX, 78759

Mobile: 512-750-6899

Office: dillard@reloaustin.com

Welcome to my ActiveRain real estate blog and profile. I'm a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty and specialize in NW Austin. Once a school teacher I still like the learning process. Only now I enjoy learning what dreams my clients have and what I can do to help them. Call me at 512.750.6899

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