cash back: 904 West Avenue Condo's and Commercial starting in the $160,000. Commission Rebate if you hire me. - 03/04/10 11:05 PM
Went to a great party last night to preview the 904 West Ave Condos.  These condominiums are awesome.
Every individual unit has their own photovoltaic systems and tank-less water-heater.  This is a great way to control your energy costs and carbon footprint. 
These condos are in a very nice location so close to Local Businesses, Whole Foods, West 6th St and Downtown.
904 West is a small and cozy complex.  You don't have the stress of a huge high-rise.  Walk out the door and you are almost on street level.
There should be some units available or sale by the end of March, but … (1 comments)

cash back: Understanding Capital Gains in Real Estate - 03/04/10 01:04 AM
Understanding Capital Gains in Real Estate
When you sell a stock, you owe taxes on your gain - the difference between what you paid for the stock and what you sold it for. The same holds true when selling a home (or a second home), but there are some special considerations.
How to Calculate GainIn real estate, capital gains are based not on what you paid for the home, but on its adjusted cost basis. To calculate, follow these steps:
1. Purchase price: _______________________  The purchase price of the home is the sale price, not the amount of money you actually … (4 comments)

cash back: Things to do in the Austin Area in August 2009 - 08/01/09 03:36 AM
Sports
8/6Moonlight Margarita Run 5K Austin, TX www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/155K for Clay Round Rock, TX www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/228th Annual Deep Eddy Austin, TX www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/22Austin Bat Run 5K Austin, Texas www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/23Dr. John's Sports Center Back to School Bash Cedar Park, Texas www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/29Pure Austin XTERRA Austin Off Road Triathlon Austin, Texaswww.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
Round Rock Expresswww.roundrockexpress.com
Music
8/1Jimmy VaughanAntoneswww.antones.net
8/3Counting Crows w/ Michael Franti & Spearhead | Augustana | Austin Music Hallwww.austinmusichall.com
8/6Park The Van Tour w/ Floating Action And The Generationals Inside ShowStubbswww.stubbsaustin.com
8/12Papa Mali KGSR Blues On The GreenWaterloo Parkwww.kgsr.comUnplugged at the Grove8/13 Bruce Robison 8/20 Guy Forsyth 8/27 Paul ThornShady Grovewww.kgsr.com
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cash back: My new toy. This is really cool - 01/16/09 01:07 AM
Well just like everyone I am back in the swing of things after the all the New Year doings.
I have been in the market for a new laptop for about a year and finally found one.   This is a very cool "tiny laptop".  I wanted a laptop that was low in price, this was $350 with no tax or shipping, easy to use, and compact.   That is what I got. 

This is going to be great to take everywhere. It will be great for meeting with clients, Trips or just about anywhere.
Well have a good day.
J.
 
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cash back: Drive a clean car get a rebate in Austin Texas - 11/10/08 02:09 PM
Is your car or truck 10 years old or older? Do you have a car that failed the emmission test?
Your vehicle must meet these conditions: 
Failed an emissions test, and Registered in your participating county area for at least 12 months preceding application or
At least 10 years old and gasoline powered, and Registered in your participating county area for at least 12 months preceding application, and Passed a DPS motor-vehicle safety inspection or safety and emissions inspection within 15 months of application Then you may qualify for vehicle-replacement assistances.
Go to this website to find out more. 
Looks like … (0 comments)

cash back: Getting rid of junk mail in Austin Texas - 11/10/08 12:56 PM
Getting rid of junk mail in Austin Texas
Do you live in the Austin area and are getting sick of all that junk mail?  I know I am.  Especially the ads for the grocery stores and that Valu-Pak.  I decided to do some research and came across this website. 
It is a pretty basic site, but gives you the information that you need to get rid of the stuff.  Let me know what you think and also what sites you like to visit to help the earth and cut down on junk mail.
J.
 
 
Get up to 5% … (0 comments)

cash back: Up to 5% Cash rebate on a New home or Condo purchased in Austin - 03/23/08 04:01 AM
http://www.RebateonTexasHomes.com I find this to be one of the most excite offer out there if you are looking to buy a new home in Texas. Why not get some cash back for closing or other neeeds. If you are thinking about or are looking to buy a new home in Texas with a builder this program is for you. You will get cash back at closing, easy process that everyone buying a new home should do. How does this program work? Almost all New Home builders in Texas will pay a Real Estate commission to a licensed real estate broker. As … (0 comments)

cash back: Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL": for the week of 2/24/2008 - 02/25/08 02:30 AM
Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL":
Click Here
This week's segments are full of interesting and useful information that I think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.
Some of the topics covered this week are:
Real Estate Outlook - If you're looking at housing statistics over the past quarter or year, there's no question you're going to come up with a lot of negatives. But if you look ahead -- there definitely are some positives taking shape.Mortgage Moment - Jan Demas discusses "Lenders and Special Commitments"Market Condition - Local market expert Bob Waldron … (0 comments)

cash back: Fun place to go on the East-side of Austin, Texas - 02/24/08 09:30 AM
Here are some fun places to go on the East-side of Austin.
Find out what people have known for years.  Please feel free to add some places or ideas.
J.
Art & Film
French Legation Museum Austin Museum of Art Paramount Theatre Alamo Drafthouse Arthouse at the Jones Center Dining
Azule's Dandelion Café Longbranch Inn- The Longbranch Inn bar dates back to 1934. Stubb's Ms. B's - Authentic Creole Restaurant Maxines El Azteca - A fun Mexican restaurant with some cool calenders. You will see. Cantina Laredo Osteria Primizie Cafe - A great Italian cafe in the heart of the 11th St. District. Scoot Inn and … (0 comments)

cash back: Happening in Austin Texas today Sat. 2/23/2008 - 02/23/08 03:47 AM
 
Exhibition: Bills, Bills, Bills Feb 23, 9:00am Austin, Lyndon Baines Johnson Library And Museum
Exhibition - Laguna Gloria Grounded Feb 23, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art
Exhibition - New Art in Austin: 20 To Watch Feb 23, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art
Jorge Macchi - The Anatomy of Melancholy Feb 23, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art
The Virgin - Saints And Angels Feb 23, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art
WorkSpace: In Katrina's Wake Feb 23, 11:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art
Artist Talk - Sydney Yeager Feb 23, 1:00pm Austin, Austin Museum Of Art
Docent Tours Feb 23, … (0 comments)

cash back: President Bush will sign the Economic Stimulus package - 02/13/08 11:42 PM
Looks like President Bush will sign the Economic Stimulus package into law. As of Last week, Congress gave the final approval to the Economic Stimulus Package.   This means the government is going to send out payments to most American households and grant tax incentives for businesses.
Good News for AgentsThis package also includes the requested GSE and FHA limit increases. With this increase in the GSE loan limits,  borrowers will see some relief with liquidity in the mortgage market.  We as a country should see 275,000 plus new home sales. With the  FHA loan limits going up there could be as many as 135,000 or more Americans who can now purchase a home.  This also means … (10 comments)

cash back: Austin Events for Friday February 8th 2008 - 02/06/08 11:01 AM
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH
Exhibition: Bills, Bills, Bills Feb 8, 9:00am Austin, Lyndon Baines Johnson Library And Museum
Babytime Feb 8, 9:30am Round Rock, Round Rock Public Library
Toddler Storytime Feb 8, 9:30am Leander, Leander Public LibraryExhibition - Laguna Gloria Grounded Feb 8, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art Gallery: Umlauf Revisited Feb 8, 10:00am Austin, Umlauf Sculpture Garden And Museum Jorge Macchi - The Anatomy of Melancholy Feb 8, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of ArtOn The Road With The Beats - Exhibtion Feb 8, 10:00am Austin, Harry Ransom CenterThe Virgin - Saints And Angels Feb 8, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of … (0 comments)

cash back: Not watching the SuperBowl today, Here are a few things to do in Austin Texas Feb 03 2008. - 02/03/08 01:38 AM
Not watching the SuperBowl today,  Here are a few things to do in Austin Texas Feb 03 2008.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3RDExhibition: Bills, Bills, Bills Feb 3, 9:00am Austin, Lyndon Baines Johnson Library And Museum Sunday School Feb 3, 9:00am Austin, First Baptist Church Of AustinMeet and Greet Feb 3, 9:15am Austin, Friendship Baptist Church Sunday School Feb 3, 9:45am Austin, Friendship Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship Service Feb 3, 10:30am Austin, Crestview Baptist ChurchSunday Worship Feb 3, 10:30am Austin, Oak Hill Primitive Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship Feb 3, 11:00am Austin, Friendship Baptist Church Sunday Worship Service Feb 3, 11:00am Austin, First … (6 comments)

cash back: Things to do in Austin on Thursday the 31st of January. - 01/30/08 06:16 AM
THURSDAY, JANUARY 31ST
Exhibition: Bills, Bills, Bills Jan 31, 9:00am Austin, Lyndon Baines Johnson Library And Museum Exhibition - Laguna Gloria Grounded Jan 31, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art Exhibition - Roy Lichtenstein Prints Jan 31, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art Exhibition: WorkSpace - Paul Ramirez Jonas Jan 31, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art Jorge Macchi - The Anatomy of Melancholy Jan 31, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art The Virgin - Saints And Angels Jan 31, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of ArtPreschool Storytime Jan 31, 11:00am Austin, John Henry Faulk Central Library Lions Club Meeting Jan 31, 12:00pm … (4 comments)

cash back: Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL" for the week of 1/28/2008 - 01/28/08 08:12 AM
Click Here
This week's segments are full of interesting and useful information that I think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.
Some of the topics covered this week are:
Real Estate Outlook - When it comes to interpreting this week's economic and housing numbers, take your pick: You can focus on the global stock market jitters -- and grim predictions about a looming recession.Mortgage Moment - Jan Demas discusses "Whether it still makes sense to consider FHA & VA Financing?"Market Condition - Olathe, Kansas, one of the state's fastest growing cities and the nation's eighth fastest growing … (0 comments)

cash back: Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL": Week of 1/22/08 - 01/21/08 03:27 AM
Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL":
Click Here
This week's segments are full of interesting and useful information that I think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.
Some of the topics covered this week are:
Real Estate Outlook - Continuing declines in mortgage rates-down to the lowest levels we've seen in nearly two years-should be brightening the outlook for anyone interested in buying or selling real estate.Mortgage Moment - Jan Demas discusses "Whether you or not you need Private Mortgage Insurance"Market Condition - Marco Island, FL.....Local Realtor Barb Cooper reports that "after a … (0 comments)

cash back: Here is my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL" for the week of 1/14/2008 - 01/14/08 02:29 AM
Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL":Click Here This week's segments are full of interesting and useful information that I think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.Some of the topics covered this week are:Real Estate Outlook - One of housing's sharpest economic forecasters says the market has been speaking to us with mixed messages so far this yearMortgage Moment - Jan Demas discusses "How Real Estate Pros get the best mortgage rates"Market Condition - Waxhaw, North Carolina, a town with an historic past, has seen experienced significant growth in recent times, … (4 comments)

cash back: Happenings on Tuesday the 15th of January 08 in Austin Texas - 01/13/08 11:57 PM
Here are a few activities and events in Austin Texas this Tuesday.
Enjoy.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 15TH 
Austin, Lyndon Baines Johnson Library And MuseumJan 15, 9:00am Construction Advisory Committee Meeting Jan 15, 10:00am Austin, City Of Austin Exhibition - Laguna Gloria Grounded Jan 15, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art Exhibition - Roy Lichtenstein Prints Jan 15, 10:00am Austin, Austin Museum Of Art Exhibition: WorkSpace - Paul Ramirez Jonas Jan 15, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art Jorge Macchi - The Anatomy of Melancholy Jan 15, 10:00am Austin, Blanton Museum of Art Rotary Club Meeting Jan 15, 11:30am Austin, Rotary Club Of Austin Story … (0 comments)

cash back: $149000 New home in South Austin Get 2% cash back on this new home. - 01/13/08 08:54 AM
If you purchase a new home through me I will give you up to 5% cash back on any new home in Texas. http://www.rebateontexashomes.com/ I work with almost any new home builder in Texas.This home is paying the agent a 3% commission so you will get 2% back and I get 1% if you buy the home below.This is a Model Home and has a lot of upgrades.Address 4609 CYPRESS BENDSqft. 1698Price = $149,900About the HomeStories: 2 Square Footage: 1,698 Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2.5 Garage: 2 Just minutes from the University of Texas and St. Edward's University Easy access to I-35 … (0 comments)

cash back: $169,033 New home in Cedar Park. Get 2% cash back on this home at closing - 01/13/08 08:28 AM
If you purchase a new home through me I will give you up to 5% cash back on any new home in Texas. http://www.rebateontexashomes.com/ I work with almost any new home builder in Texas.This home is paying the agent a 3% commission so you will get 2% back and I get 1% if you buy the home below.WESTWOOD SubdivisionAddress 2110 WOODWAY DRIVE Sqft 2070Base price = $160,950Homesite premium = $1,000Upgrades $7,083Final price = $169,033Stories: 1 Square Footage: 2,070 Bedrooms: 3 + den Baths: 2 Garage: 2 About the SubdivisionLocated just 20 minutes north of Austin Quiet neighborhood located in the Leander … (0 comments)