austin: $10,000 FREE Down Payment!
- 05/10/09 09:42 AM
The city of Austin is offering $10,000 to help first time homebuyers buy a home. The Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA) provides qualified, first-time homebuyers, with a zero interest loan to assist with purchasing a home located within the Austin City Limits. DPA funds cover the down payment and eligible closing costs and pre-paid expenses associated with buying a home. The borrower may receive up to $10,000 in a deferred, forgivable, 0% interest loan for 10 years. Or, you may receive $1,000 additional for borrowers in a Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, and up to $4,999 for people with disabilities. … (0 comments)
austin: Austin Energy Efficiency Ordinance Overview
- 05/09/09 06:18 AM
In an effort to follow suit with other green-leading cities in our nation, Austin has taken pro-active steps to increase the energy efficiency of Austin homes.
Starting June 1st, homeowners selling their property must now disclose the energy efficiency of their property to their buyers. Here's how it works. First, your home must qualify to need the energy audit. Your home qualifies if it meets these criteria:
Built over 10 years ago Is in the Austin city limits Uses Austin Energy as an energy service provider There are a few exceptions. If your property is a condo, or mobile … (1 comments)
austin: Summer is coming and the energy bills are going up
- 05/07/09 12:35 AM
With the first week of solid 90s + my AC is running longer an higher throughout the day. I personally like the warm climate and keep my thermostat around 80F. With the City of Austin passing Ordinance No. 20081106-047 requiring homes, 10 years and older, with Austin Energy service, to complete an energy audit before closing a property and everybody's electricity bill rising, I think it is time for us to look at some small and simple changes that can make a difference in our energy consumption. The City of Austin provides an Austin Energy Analysis tool which can be accessed … (0 comments)
austin: Horse show this weekend.
- 04/29/09 01:50 PM
I am really excited about this! This coming weekend is a large dressage show in Austin and I have the opportunity to be there as a event photographer.
Come check it out if you like horses.
The show will be May 2 nd and 3 rd at Silver Hill Stables in Austin. 2608 Harris Branch Pkwy , Manor , TX .
Here are some photos I took at a previous event: You can find all my photography on www.PostHorses.com Searching for homes in Central Texas? Click here! … (4 comments)
austin: Home foreclosures and renters
- 04/27/09 09:57 AM
I just recently had a former tenant client call me. She said: “I just had a lady knock on my door saying that she can help with the house.” My client of course didn't understand what was going on. The lady then told her that she can pay cash for the house and close quick. My client, the tenant of course still didn't understand.
The lady went on to explain that the property they are living in was posted for foreclosure in May. My client was stunned. They just had renewed their lease contract for another year with … (3 comments)
I own and run a real estate company in Ausitin, TX with my husband Johan.
We service retail clients and educate them about the real estate market in particular in the local Austin and Central Texas area.
We are also active investors and work with many investor clients. We fix, flip, and hold residential and commercial real estate in Austin.
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Iliane
The city of Austin is offering $10,000 to help first time homebuyers buy a home. ;)
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