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Tag Archives: Texas
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
ACL – Austin City Limits
Every year starting in October music is alive and happening in Austin, Texas. Bands and people come from all over and all walks of life to descend upon Austin for the ACL – Austin City Limits Music Festival. ACL – Austin … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
Neighborhood turf battle in Bouldin likely to play out in other ‘hoods
A turf battle over parking and growth is heating up in the Bouldin Creek neighborhood, and it is likely to play out in other neighborhoods close to downtown. The battle pits neighborhood residents against local businesses over parking space for … Continue reading