Monthly Archives: June 2012

Bullish Home Sales Drive Stock Market

Hot Housing Market sparks Multiple Offers!! Okay, yes the housing market is back. Yes, home sales are up, the Austin Board of REALTORS® reported May sales were up 25% over May 2011. Yes, there have been multiple offers on some homes … Continue reading

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Short-term Rentals? Will Austin approve?

While the Austin city Council is mulling over the pros and cons of short-term rentals in our city, let me weigh in on some thoughts about the benefits or problems that may occur. Generally, I don’t think that short-term rentals … Continue reading

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New Dogtrot House in Georgetown

GTT – Gone to Texas When some clients of mine recently built a home, it reminded me of the “dog trot” houses built by Texas settlers in the 1800s. The resemblance is a simple and elegant design that captures cool … Continue reading

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Pease Park, General Custer & Caswell Lofts

Pease Park and Shoal Creek are among the most historic and naturally beautiful features of Austin. The park was founded in 1839, the same year that Austin was founded. From Comanche Indian attacks in 1843 to George Armstrong Custer’s bivouacking … Continue reading

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What’s Hot in South Austin Housing

Two residential complexes going up in South Austin show us some of the popular features that buyers and renters are looking for – green space, proximity to downtown, and outdoor recreation. The Denizen is a new mixed building community just … Continue reading

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