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By The Legacy Group, TheLegacyTeam
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Veterans now have access to a new VA renovation loan to refurbish or remodel their homes.  This loan program is available for new home purchases as well as for remodeling homes currently owned by the veteran.  It is estimated that over 50% of homes nationally are 40 years or older, and in the cur...

By Erika Rae Albert, Austin Real Estate Expert, Exceeding Expectations in Every Transaction
(E*Rae Real Estate Group- Powered by eXp Realty LLC)
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Do you remember the first time you met your spouses parents or the last time you went on a job interview?  If you’re like most people, I bet you gave some thought into what you wore, or how you styled your hair.  I can’t remember the specifics of getting ready for either of these scenarios in my ...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Spring break has come and gone and SXSW is over so Austin is back to the locals (at least for awhile). If you are looking for something new and different and are feeling adventuresome in your dining out choice this week-end, try this Vietnamese café on South First St. in Austin. It's exudes a fun...

By Jack Rady, We Buy Houses in Austin in Any Condition
(Zit Buys Homes LLC)
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Customarily, spring is the best time to place a home on the market with autumn coming in a near 2nd. The toughest times are winter time and summer It may surprise you that summer isn't a particularly good opportunity to list your home, however, you have to remember that people are just very busy ...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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I love Austin and we have such a vibe that makes us unique! South Congress Ave. is an icon of downtown Austin.  One of the special things that make the area so special is an all-day diner, located in the Austin Motel in SoCo. They understand how to keep Austin weird.   JOANN'S FINE FOODS         ...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Thinking about a week-end trip to New Orleans to get a quick fix? You don't have to leave Austin to enjoy that french quarter feel! You'll love my recommendation for this week-ends dining pleasure. Make time and head on over to this Austin restaurant with the New Orleans ambiance.   FRENCH QUARTE...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Looking for a restaurant where you will actually feel better after eating your meal rather than feeling stuffed? I've got a great recommendation on the newest location of a wonderful eatery that recently opened in the Domain in NW Austin. The food is amazing and good for you..don't hold that agai...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Wow! This single story Austin white stone gem, located in the gated Enclave section in the master planned community of Canyon Creek on Hwy. 620 between Anderson Mill Rd. and Hwy. 2222 is now under contract..it didn't last a day!This perfect single story is in a gated community. Super low maintena...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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It's March First and guess what's right around the corner? You're right so make time to start prepping for St. Patrick's Day! What better way to get in the mood than to stop in at an authentic Irish pub and restaurant right here in the heart of Austin! You'll be so glad you did.  DARCY'S DONKEY  ...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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March 2019 Austin Texas Events ~ Here’s what’s going on!Our weather has been a crazy mixture of cold, warm and plenty of rain! Hoping March brings us mild temperatures with sun and clear blue skies!March is loaded with events in Austin for the whole family! Don’t miss Amy Schumer at the Long Cent...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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There's a tropical paradise right here in Austin, TX that's been serving Austinites for over 2 decades. Today is National Margarita Day and guess whose serving Margaritas for $1? There is no better place to be tonight than my recommendation!    Hula Hut                                    https://...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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It’s an eye opener to see all the mega companies betting on their future in Austin. They are making full blown commitments to our city that you don’t often see around the US. The big office towers downtown and in North Austin’s Domain are visual indicators of this trend.In Neal Spelce’s latest ne...

By Tom Thornton, Broker Associate, MBA, ABR, CRS, GREEN, GRI, SRES
(Realty Austin)
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West Oak Hill, Travis Country, and the Southwest Parkway corridor have experienced some notable growth over the past five years. With restaurants like Jack Allen's Kitchen, Via 313, Juiceland, and Slab BBQ choosing Oak Hill as a base of operations, and new developments like Lantana Place (complet...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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JUST LISTED in Canyon Creek ~ A sweet single story gem                            11516 Sweet Basil, Austin TX 78726 Buyers,  are you looking in NW Austin for an excellent low maintenance home ideal for a lock and leave? You better act decisively if you want the best opportunity to buy this home ...

By Tom Thornton, Broker Associate, MBA, ABR, CRS, GREEN, GRI, SRES
(Realty Austin)
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For both home browsers and homeowners, having a frame of reference on pricing ad selling trends can be very useful in determining when to purchase or sell. Knowing that you aren't overpaying (or missing an opportunity) is a key concern of many in the market. Here's an updated look for Spring/Summ...

By Tom Thornton, Broker Associate, MBA, ABR, CRS, GREEN, GRI, SRES
(Realty Austin)
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Home Prices in Travis Country West for Spring 2019Real estate market data for Travis Country West in Austin, TX provided by Tom Thornton of Realty Austin. Travis Country West Home Prices Over the last 12 months, roughly a dozen homes have sold in Travis Country West, a community near Southwest Pa...

By Erika Rae Albert, Austin Real Estate Expert, Exceeding Expectations in Every Transaction
(E*Rae Real Estate Group- Powered by eXp Realty LLC)
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  As someone thinking about a move to Austin, I’m sure you may be curious about how much you should expect to pay in property taxes for any given home. Property tax rates vary drastically across central Texas, and it’s important you have a good estimate of what this cost will be before you buy a...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Are you familiar with Canyon Creek ? It’s one of the most desired neighborhoods in NW Austin. It’s a prestigious master planned community that contains two parks (Canyon Creek Park and Trailhead Park), a Junior Olympic pool, tennis courts, nature trails, close proximity to extensive entertainment...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Austin is blessed with many Farmers Markets to visit to find the freshest produce and other organic items. Residents want to shop local and support the area farmers. Most markets are open on Saturdays from 9-12 or 1 pm but check the times because some markets vary like Texas Farmers Market at Mue...

By Dorie Dillard CRS GRI ABR, Serving Buyers & Sellers in NW Austin Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker United Realtors® ~ 512.750.6899)
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Football is over and its time to get back to spending time with friends and family in a fun relaxed atmosphere. How about heading downtown for a little of "authentic" Austin  this weekend at the last of the great Biergartens in Texas? Put your boots on and enjoy some good food and beer!   SCHOLZ ...

By Erika Rae Albert, Austin Real Estate Expert, Exceeding Expectations in Every Transaction
(E*Rae Real Estate Group- Powered by eXp Realty LLC)
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In real estate, a right of first refusal is a contractual right that gives the holder the option to purchase a specified property when the owner decides to sell.  This right of first refusal is usually written up by a lawyer, and the terms are agreed upon by the owner of the property and the hold...

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