Tag Archives: Central Austin

Fiscal Cliff – Did Homeowners in Austin Survive?

We avoided going over the Fiscal Cliff – for a little while.  And the news is full of up-to-the-minute reporting from the smoke-filled rooms on the legislative compromise that keeps us poised at the edge. The question for us, as … Continue reading

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September is the Cruelest Month in Austin!

It’s a Cruel September Hurray! September is just around the corner and that can mean a lot of things in Austin. For one September means school is in session. And by school I mean elementary, secondary and college divisions.  Sure … Continue reading

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Austin Public Spaces Need Public Input

Austin Public Spaces Need More Voices Austin Public Spaces need public input. The recent planning process for downtown Austin’s Republic Park reminded us that all residents – not just 78701 – gain from making their voices heard. Young people are … Continue reading

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Having Fun At The 8th Annual Downtown Austin Living Tour

2012 Austin Living Tour! This year’s 8th annual downtown Austin Living Tour on April 22 will feature a seamless blend of historic Austin, going back to post Civil War buildings, and ultra-modern high rises with luxury condos. Hosted by the … Continue reading

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Austin Springs Into Multiple Offers

Multiple Offers: Seller’s Dream is a Buyer’s Challenge Multiple offers are every buyer’s dread and every seller’s wish. But the truth is both parties will experience an added measure of stress. Multiple offers may also be beneficial for a buyer.  … Continue reading

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Austin Performing Arts Provides Entertainment for all Ages

High Performance for The Austin Performing Arts Austin has a very unique makeup in being a state capital and home to a major university. Only 5-6 other US cities have this distinction. I can think of Baton Rouge, LA and … Continue reading

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Austinites Are Seeing Green and Castles This Saint Patrick’s Day

Spending Greens on Castles for St. Patty’s Day St. Patrick’s Day is upon us and just for nostalgia’s sake; here are some listings for Irish castles. The word castle is defined as a fortified residence for a noble in feudal … Continue reading

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Austin is a Boomer (Boom) Town!

Austin, The Boomer Town Central Texas is in the vanguard of a growing boomer population in the US, according to an Austin American-Statesman report on Dec. 1. Boomers (age 65+) in Travis County jumped 70% from 2000 to 2010, as … Continue reading

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Austin’s Housing Growth is Lagging Population Growth

With Austin’s housing growth, construction of single family homes, condos and multifamily complexes in Austin may be too slow to keep up with the city’s population growth. The squeeze may push up prices at some point. Austin’s population has historically … Continue reading

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The Other South Austin Neighborhood

When South Austin comes to mind, many people think of Travis Heights. But another neighborhood south of the river is on the rise – Bouldin Creek. Bouldin Creek is by far the hippest. It has the charm of Travis Heights … Continue reading

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