Expanding American Homeownership Act Passes
2007-09-18 17:03:53
& Cuts Rate!
It’s TIME TO CELEBRATE!!! Within the last few hours, the Federal Reserve Board slashed rates followed by the great news that NAR’s tireless efforts to pass House Bill 1852 (also known as the Expanding American
Homeownership Act) has passed! And no, it’s not my birthday, my anniversary or even a fun Friday, it’s just a critically important and historical day! When you’re old, you’ll be able to say “sonny, I remember when I found out that the fed cut rates and house bill 1852 were passed all in one day. There were parades in the street and we all wore funny hats.”
Y’all know we here at Single Pointe loooove talking about Real Estate, but I’ll spare you the bore. We know what you want, so here is what HB1852 means to you:
The FHA (Federal Housing Administration which is a government agency who insures residential mortgage loans) now has a loss mitigation program which allows mortgage term alterations
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Austin’s Home Buyers Plagued By Illegal Bandit Signs
2007-09-18 15:27:04
Austin, Cedar Park & many other cities around Central Texas have passed laws in regards to bandit signs, and a very small handful of brokers have engaged in knowingly violating those very laws. The problem was before September 1, 2007, the authorities had to witness the placement of illegal bandit signs to actually fine you. They simply removed & destroyed the signs at an unauthorized cost to tax payers.
As of September 1, 2007, that law has been updated. Now all levels of Government can fine & prosecute abusive bandit sign owners. The county & state entities can prosecute you regardless if you were seen placing the sign or not, and it’s our understanding the fines are not a slap on the wrist by any means and can even be criminally prosecuted.
I’ve watched several brokerages around the city do their best to bend the laws, placing 10 or even 15 signs on a single street corner to simply test the waters. The city or county would simply remove the sig
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OMG- FED CUTS RATE 1/2 POINT!!!
2007-09-18 13:50:46
There was much speculation at the water cooler about what exactly Federal Chairman Ben Bernanke (position formerly held by Alan Greenspan) would do with the rates. Some argued he’d keep it where it is while investors rallied today in anticipation that Bernanke would lower the rate.
This just in: according to Fox News, the Federal Reserve board has lowered the Federal Funds Rate to 4.75%!!! This half point cut is fantastic news for those homeowners who have adjustable rates that are about to reset, and it’s GREAT news for people who are in the market to buy- you will see better rates with this adjustment! Also benefiting are the sellers who have had trouble moving their homes- hooray!
The Federal Discount Rate (the rate which the federal reserve board lends money to banks) was ALSO cut by half a point reducing the rate to 5.25%. This means that there will be more money available to lend and will end the hemmorhaging of the market. The bottom line is that mo
5 Austin Home Buyer Tips
2007-09-17 20:30:21
Here are today’s 5 Austin
home buyer tips:
If your agent suggests a property to you and you want to make an offer - ask for a C.M.A
A Comparative Market Analysis on any neighborhood is a great idea. It gives you the opportunity to take a hard look at the neighborhood facts.
Drive your neighborhood night & day
Why night & day? Because during the daytime folks are often off to work, it gives you a chance to look closely from the street at the lawns and driveways. What are their conditions? Driving during the evening around or just after dinner time is a great way to see how active it is. Are you okay with what you see? Are cars in the driveway or in the garage? Whats worse than a driveway you ask? The street perhaps? Where are their trash cans stored? Perhaps it might even be clever of a savvy buyer to drive it on Saturday night as well?
Always buy with a home sellers mentality
Imagine yourself selling the home in 5-7 years, and ask yourself, where is
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Austin’s Hill Country Appeal In Danger?
2007-09-17 17:31:53
I was driving along Crystal Falls & 183 today when I was dramatically reminded that a new Lowes & Starbucks (yes I had to get my Starbucks in there) as well as other shopping and eateries were coming to town. I remember being excited that Leander had attracted such a grand scale commercial development. I imagined something that would maybe rival Austin
’s Arboretum- my daydream was nothing more than just a daydream. In fact, all that is left of the dense overgrowth of trees and brush is a single lonely oak tree. How pathetic. I remember having this same feeling watching The Domain being built off of Mopac & Braker. Getting shade while shopping at the Domain is a no easy feat- another concrete jungle. You see the same thing up in Lakeway at the new Hill Country
Galleria, which I’ll talk about another day- just more concrete.
It’s about time that a little restraint be applied to the massive developments in and around Austin. We&r
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Austin’s Summer New Home Builder Closeout- It’s not too late
2007-09-16 16:46:49
We really hate to advertise here but this is more of an informational blog than an ad. If you were interested in taking advantage of the Builder
s Year End Closeout, then might want to call us today rather than tomorrow.
Using applied new home builder incentives we’re reducing payments, interest rates, and even further reducing sales prices. These Builders are motivated and ready to get you into your new home- and we’re here to help you through the process while twisting the builders arm for even more!
Here are some of the things Austin
Builders are giving up (other than the kitchen sink):
Huge Price Reductions
Appliance Packages Thrown in
Payment Buydowns
Interest Rate Buydown Reductions on Fixed FHA
Reduced Lot Premiums on Hot Lots & more
Where?
Cedar Park, Leander, Liberty Hill, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, Manor, Austin & more…
Who?
DR Horton, Lennar, Mainstreet, Perry, David Weekly, Morrison, Pulte, Reytex, Texas BIG, Legacy & mor
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Update - on Site Move
2007-09-15 15:07:24
Okay, a big sigh of relief here- emails are back up. The only issue we’re left with is our new home builder database seems to still be missing photos and floorplans. We hope to have this issue resolved soon, Monday at the very latest. Cross your fingers, we’re almost out of the woods.
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Crazy Crazy Site Moving
2007-09-15 11:11:40
It seems most things are calm on Single Pointe - we only took a small hit on users yesterday, but nothing alarming. It seems most of our shoppers got to do their shopping just fine. We’re still having a few minor issues that we’re addressing pronto:
We’re missing pictures and floorplans on over the 200 homes in our new & featured homes database- easially recovered, but may take some time.
Email- this is a huge issue. We’ve fixed the problem, but it may take a little time to propagate properly. This means using any of our contact forms on the site to contact us will simply bounce. So bookmark us and try again, or just give us a call. New Home database, and pre-qualify are not effected at all.
Thanks so much for being patient, we appreciate it. When calling Single Pointe, just say battle station and we’ll know exactly where to direct your calls. We’ll note here when problems are fixed.
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Are You Hip Enough for the 78704?
2007-09-14 23:58:10
For those of us who don’t live in the 78704 zip code, we probably live in the ‘burbs on purpose. But, we’d be lying if we said we didn’t have a hint of jealousy as we drive through South Austin which might just be a little too hip for some of us (or okay, maybe just me). That won’t stop me from telling you about The Sycamore 78704 which I didn’t realize rhymed until well after I said it in my head for the hundredth time!
The Sycamore 78704 is South Congress cool. You’ll see people with 78704 “A Way of Life” bumper stickers rolling around this part of town. I’m not kidding. This area flaunts local shopping for those with eclectic or stylish tastes and offers countless sweet spots for eating and being entertained. The Sycamore offers three story townhomes that claim to be among the most unique in town- suitable for the coolest of the South Austin Hipsters! Enjoy the two car direct access garage, spa style master b
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Update on Our Move
2007-09-14 18:37:43
It seems we’re still waiting on the dns to propagate, so some folks in areas of the world will obviously pull up the older site and maybe a few pages of the new site. As crazy as it sounds, this is normal and expected. As we mentioned earlier; if we can do anything to help you around the site, please let us know, just call and mention the battle station and we’ll know exactly where to direct you.
Other issue(s) we’re dealing with are:
misc. links around the site are still being updated
email is coming through slowly
contact notifications are slow going also
no customer problems reported as of yet
Wish us luck!
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Single Pointe Closes for Ben Aaron Anglin’s Funeral
2007-09-27 21:14:23
Single Pointe
lost one of our own in a tragic car accident this past Sunday, and will close Friday, September 28th and Saturday, September 29th for funeral proceedings. Ben Aaron
Anglin is the brother of Single Pointe’s Asset Director, Lani Anglin and is the brother in law to Brokerage Operations Chief, Benn Rosales. Broker Michael Rosales is also family to Aaron and will be with the family for both days.
Aaron is a kind, gentle, hilarious person that closely touched the entire staff at Single Pointe. Our Staff as well as Management will be in attendance of the funeral and thank you for all of the generous phone calls. In lieu of flowers, we ask everyone to donate ANY money possible to the Aaron Anglin fund which goes directly to his wife Aleisha Anglin (age 25) and their two daughters, Eleanor (1 year old today) and Mackenzie (7 weeks old)- being a single mother will be tough and any help you can give will be forever remembered. Click the green ribbon to get star
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Tase Me Remix- Gotsta Share This One!!!
2007-09-23 00:08:19
(1) The phrase “Don’t tase me, bro” has been used in the office at least 2,348 times this week alone, especially if it doesn’t apply (and it rarely does)- we LOVE this new pop culture icon!
(2) One of my favorite songs of all time is MC Hammer’s “Can’t Touch This”… well, okay, I’ll admit that it’s been the ringer on my cell for a year now (nerds in the house, hey-o!).
(1) + (2) =
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MicroFinance & Us -The Challenge
2007-09-22 12:04:02
What is Microfinance:
Microfinance
Small loans to start or expand small businesses given to poor people who are usually not able to borrow money from commercial banks because the amount of money is too small.
Drew Meyers, someone I would like to consider a friend (even if he is someone I don’t get to speak to on a regular basis) is who turned me on to microfinance a few months back. Our conversation wasn’t a long one, more of his passion on the subject and his advice to google the issue further. I did, and I was overwhelmed with the idea of a poor guy like me being able to not only have a major impact on people, a community, an economy, but have an interactive role in contributions I make from the heart. Many people do not give to a charity unless its the check to Church on Sunday, or a major disaster. There is nothing wrong with that- that is how we’ve all been trained to give.
What’s so very different with microfinance is that it is interactive. You
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All Wordpressing Their Widgets in Your Facebooks!
2007-09-21 01:36:53
We were sitting around tonight discussing the intense discourse going on in the real estate profession regarding technology & its marriage to the so-called normal way of doing things. Our conversation really was about how we need to remember to laugh at ourselves- all of us. Consumers love everything we do for them so long as they are our primary concern. I hope this funny Friday gets some laughs & that the future conversations we have are how the industries came together for the consumer.
without further ado: btw, if you have no funny bone or what was mentioned above is Greek to you, feel free to skip this one… ;)
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Austin Hates Traffic- But Do They Like the Tollways?
2007-09-20 10:07:26
Judging by the lack of traffic on the North Austin
tollways, either they’re not using them or TWs are very efficient in managing the traffic. Backups on the tollways are non-existent. Austin City leaders say the tollways will relieve the burdens on Austin roadways- I’m sure they have, at least for us anyway.
According to a report by A&M, Austinites lose 23 hours of life per year sitting in traffic and Austinites are ticked, but we happen to see it another way. With the advent of cell phone affordability and looking around in traffic, Austin looks really content visiting with Shirley (someone I made up) on the issues of the day. Folks can order dinner, kid pick-ups from their cars, and can even handle billion dollar land deals- all while sitting in traffic (even though it’s illegal to drive and yap). So go on, here’s a link to the press release- immerse yourself with the facts we already knew.
Read press release: Traffic congestion continues to
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Don’t Taze Me Bro! OW! Wow says me.
2007-09-20 00:17:39
ZAP
it had to be said.
The reality is, folks are learning they can get fame from a viral video, especially one with action. The bigger problem is, some idiots will take it to a new extreme and it just gets creepy. Andrew Meyer is the victim screaming, but the truth is he claims himself to be a journalist. Did he stage it? Should he be felt sorry for? I think a youtube.com society doesn’t really know any more than we know if the idiot screaming to leave Britney alone was serious or not. Judging by the group of people in the hall where Andrew was tazed, how they sat there and simply watched- it proves my point.
My initial reaction to the story was- if this was the 60s-70s (a time in which I was yet to be born) all hell would have broken lose in that auditorium. A room full of liberals (John Kerry was speaking, duh) watched while the kid’s speech was suppressed-ironic? Why was John Kerry gone when the kid was tazed? He witnessed the kid being drug away. Ve
Seattle Madness - Ride the S.L.U.T.
2007-09-19 22:34:31
You know, as a real estate company there is a very fine line we walk between laid back and professional. Sometimes, the item you want to talk about just is so funny that our line gets maybe a little blurry but we feel like if this story can be on the news, it can be here too.
So as you read in the title, Seattle
residents are proud to stand behind and ride their S.L.U.T. Even the mayor says the citizens can call their new trolley what they want, so long as they ride it- the $50.5 million dollar street S.L.U.T that is, South Lake Union (Trolley)
A MESSAGE TO AUSTIN CITY LEADERS- Acronyms COUNT and so does the support of local residents. If they hate your project, you’d better leave no stone unturned in protecting it’s credibility.
Mayor Nickels, thank you for our SLUT. read full story here
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It’s Bigger in Texas (Even Austin’s Housing Market)
2007-10-02 10:22:49
This is an articlethat was somehow missed back in August- which is unfortunate because we are constantly telling our home buyers and sellers the state of Austin
housing market is great. Normally, an eyebrow rises and a curious look appears on the buyer or seller’s face, but darnit, it’s the truth. Here are some quotes:
Texas
is at the forefront of emerging markets and industries. It’s no longer just about cotton, cattle, and crude—it’s about technology and communications, manufacturing, and international trade, too.
The governor’s quote is backed by hard economic statistics as well. In fact, if Texas were its own nation (once more, that is), it would represent the world’s eighth largest economy.
Texas recently surpassed California as the largest exporter in the nation; it’s the gateway to trade with Latin America, with 75% of America’s commerce with Mexico traveling through the Lone Star State. Texas is the headquarters for 45 Fortune 500 companies, is h
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, Market
Austin Consignment Stores: It Wouldn’t Be Austin w/o Them
2007-10-01 09:36:12
While I’m not quite brave enough to dig through groovy vintage gear to get that
perfect outfit that will wow those more trendy than myself, I present to you Austin
’s
consignment scene. Some of these are ultra hip while others will still accept your
1992 Gap sweater with those purple horizontal stripes (you know it doesn’t fit any more!).
If your favorite consignment store isn’t listed, let us know in the comments!
A Time or Two Boutique
452.6992
Austin Furniture Consignment
218.1888
Austin Home Collection
377.5000
Baubles & Beads
912.0204
Between Friends
795.1866
Buffalo Exchange
480.9922
Cathy’s Consignment Furniture
371.8801
Cream Vintage
474.8787
Design It With Consignment
301.9800
Designer Exchange
452.0606
Furniture Brokers of Westlake
329.8421
It’s New To Me
451.0388
Just Between US
250.0746
Kelly’s Closet
263.0916
Kid’s Korner
260.1380
Polka Dot Pony
335.4221
Prototype Vintage Design
447.7686
Pumpkin Patch Children’s St
Austin Investment Gem- The Metropolitan
2007-10-14 19:02:45
Austin is prime for living, relocation and investments, and The Metropolitan
is sure to please all. This $50 million, 8 story, 96 foot tall project has a prestigious adress across the street from our State Capitol. Located on Trinity and 11th Street, this spot is quite attractive- not only will downtown views be a drawing factor, but residents may even be able to see the Governor’s Mansion from their living room!
The Metropolitan will have 84 luxury units on the upper floors, a six floor subterranean parking garage, valet service, and will offer street-level retail and dining. We are unsure of the amenities as all of the details have yet to be outlines, but we’re excited that The Metropolitan will feature a private club called The Fountainhead which we suspect will be where people will rub elbows with politicians and lobbyists.
Reports conflict regarding the completion date, but is projected to be between August 2008 and early 2009. Units will range in size from 900
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Austin can beat up YOUR city
2007-10-13 20:18:41
CNN.com wrote a glowing review of Austin
, highlighting all of the amazing things that we love (and already knew) about Austin (health food, Mexican food, parks, bars, etc). If you’re new to Austin, considering moving or investing in Austin, take it from someone at CNN who must have caught the cheap flight to town, had a lot of margaritas, ran it off on the trails in the morning and jumped back on SWA to Florida.
I’m a native Austinite (I know it’s rare, hold your applause), and I was asked by a Californian what makes Austin different than Dallas- they are after all, both in Texas. I could only explain that Dallas is a bustling metroplex and they love that hustle, but Austin refuses to believe it’s a real city and we are all still on small town vacation time. If you haven’t been converted yet, just take a weekend trip and see for yourself- Austin is the best place on earth!
Although we’re friendly about most anything, theft of this personal pho
The Austonian- Crazy Luxury Condo Highrise
2007-10-10 18:21:10
Insane luxury has broken ground in Austin! If you need marble walls or Italian wood, this is your cup of tea! This project broke ground this fall and will suit the ultra swanky Austinites. With condos starting at $550k all the way up to nearly $4 million, you’re sure to see Hollywood stars, politicians, musicians and others that will leave you starstruck signing on the dotted line!
According to the Statesman- The Austonian, the swanky 55-story condo tower planned for Second Street and Congress Avenue, is pulling out the stops on amenities. The bathrooms will have marble walls; the kitchens will have Italian cabinets and built-in cappuccino machines, and 54th floor lounge will have a catering kitchen. A 10th floor “urban garden” will include a lap pool, billiard room and outdoor movie screen. It also will have a dog park with a scented, self-cleaning doggie toilet — just the thing for pampered high-rise pooches. Prices will range from $550,000 to $3.
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Cardboard Cops Take Over Traffic in Pflugerville- Seriously
2007-10-09 14:16:40
Look up that hill- it’s a cop, it’s a cop with a radar… no, it’s a cardboard cut out of a cop with a radar!!! This is no joke, y’all- in Pflugerville, it has been reported that the police department has implemented cardboard cutouts of officers pointing radars at traffic to slow things down.
This has to be the most hilarious thing ever- we know that empty police cars parked on roadsides slow things down, but a cardboard cutout? I bet that countless UT dorm rooms will soon be decorated with stolen cutouts- this is hilarious! Great thinking, Pflugerville.
I just hope that when we drive through and see your fake officers that we don’t swerve dangerously like we did last time we saw a cop standing away from his car with a radar and mistook him for a darkly dressed person with a gun attempting to shoot and kill drivers.
Not only does it seem to be an unnecessary distraction, I think too many kids will be stealing them. The solution seems
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Austin Loves Beer
2007-10-08 14:01:06
Although I enjoy a Corona Light with lime over a sophisticated beer with legs that is thick like steak, most people come to Austin
with a thirst for the finest beer offered- and they are never let down. If you’re looking to sit outside and eat BBQ at a brewery or host a fancy wine tasting party, here are the places you’ll need to familiarize yourself with:
LOCAL BREWERIES:
Copper Tank Brewing
504 Trinity St., Austin, Texas
(512) 478-8444
Draught House Pub and Brewery
4112 Medical Parkway, Austin, Texas
(512) 452-6258
Independence Brewing Co.
3913 Todd Lane #607, Austin, Texas
(512) 707-0099
Live Oak Brewing Company
3301-B East Fifth Street, Austin, Texas
(512) 385-2299
Lovejoys Tap Room & Brewery
604 Neches Street, Austin, Texas
(512) 477-1268
North by Northwest (NXNW)
10010 Capital of TX Hwy N, Austin, Texas
(512) 467-6969
Shiner Beer Spoetzl Brewery
603 E Brewery St. , Shiner, Texas
(512) 594-3852
Uncle Billy’s Brew & Que
1530 Barton Spri
Austin Is The Place To Live- Food Showcase
2007-10-23 21:05:26
According to travel magazine Travel & Leisure’s “America’s Favorite Cities 2007″ survey, Austin
is apparently the best place to live if you eat. I mean it. Check out how we rank!
Overall Food/Dining
1. Chicago, IL
2. New Orleans, LA
3. Austin, TX
4. New York, NY
5. Philadelphia, PA
What does all that mean? Let’s see where we rank according to food type in case you are still dubious:
Barbeque
1. Austin, TX
2. San Antonio, TX
3. Nashville, TN
4. Dallas, TX
5. Charleston, SC
And you thought Kansas had the best barbeque? They don’t have Uncle Billy’s, Salt Lick or Green Mesquite to brag about (and you know we aren’t shy about bragging). Speaking of bragging, how about affordable dining?
Cheap Eats
1. New Orleans, LA
2. Austin, TX
3. Philadelphia, PA
4. San Antonio, TX
5. Chicago, IL
For cheap eats, we recommend most anything Tex-Mex, we love Rudy’s and the Magnolia Cafe. But what about after you’re stuffed and you
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Austin Is The Place To Live- Affordability Showcase
2007-10-24 18:25:45
Austin is the place to live and if you aren’t here yet, we’ll give you yet ANOTHER reason to move- affordability! Because of the gorgeous landscape and endless lakes, much of our entertainment is free (can you say hiking, biking, swimming?).
But who are we kidding- the best deal in Austin is housing! Last year, the national median home price was $221,900 while Austin’s median price was only $173,700! While prices have increased (congratulations home sellers!) since last year, Austin will forever be less expensive than real estate on the east or west coast and the landscape is just as beautiful!
Where does Austin rank nationally? According to Travel & Leisure magazine, here are the national affordability rankings:
1. San Antonio, TX
2. Nashville, TN
3. New Orleans, LA
4. Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
5. Austin, TX
6. Portland, OR
7. Philadelphia, PA
8. Charleston, SC
9. Denver, CO
10. Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
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Austin Is The Place To Live- Peace & Quiet Showcase
2007-10-31 12:44:26
According to Travel & Leisure’s “America’s Favorite Cities 2007,” Austin
made out like a bandit! One of the most important categories to me personally is the peace and quiet showcase. With so many parks, running trails, private hill top homes and a small town feel, Austin is one of the most peaceful places you can find. What’s different about Austin than most of the other cities listed is that even in our downtown areas we enjoy a peaceful environment, not just in our parks or suburbs. How did we rank nationally?
1. Santa Fe, NM
2. Portland, OR
3. Charleston, SC
4. St. Paul, MN
5. Seattle, WA
6. Austin, TX
7. Denver, CO
8. San Diego, CA
9. Honolulu, HI
10. San Antonio, TX
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Check out other reasons why Austin is THE place to live:
Affordability
Top Notch Food
Hot Night Life
Environmental Awareness
And don’t miss out on more to come…
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Investing Austin Real Estate- Investing In Yourself
2007-10-30 19:24:54
Real Estate
Investing
in Austin
is one of the smartest moves you’ll ever make. So how could you possibly top a move like that? You top it by investing for your retirement- your future.
No matter your age, investing in Austin Real Estate
can move you vertically in so many ways, but often our clients come to us unsure if they’re investing or just throwing darts at the wind. I would venture to say if you’ve simply called a real estate guy and said “buy me a house”- you’re probably a professional dart thrower.
Now, if you’ve taken the time, as our clients have, ask these questions:
Will it cash flow?
What is the potential for growth?
Will I retire with enough money to take care of myself and my loved ones?
You may be doing ok if the answers are:
Absolutely
GREAT
BIG Time
If you’re not able to really answer those questions in a way that makes you feel warm & fuzzy, never fear, we’re about to change all of that. Single
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Austin Real Estate News- Labor Market is Hot
2007-10-30 18:17:39
According to the Texas Workforce Commission and Bureau of Labor Statistics, Austin
’s labor stats are outperforming the Texas averages, and nearly allother major metropolitan areas. Read until the end to find out WHY this is real estate news…
***Ranking SECOND in Texas only to the McAllen area, Austin’s EMPLOYMENT GROWTH RATE is at an impressive 3.5% while overall, Texas experienced 2% growth rate over the last 12 months. The misconception of big city equals big employment is simply false and as Austin job creation numbers consistently rise, chances are you’ll be here soon if you’re not already! Other metropolitan areas that had impressive numbers were Houston and Dallas, both at 2.6% growth, Waco at 2.4% and Midland at 2.5% employment growth rates.
***Austin’s UNEMPLOYMENT RATE is also declining. Raking FOURTH in Texas after Midland-Odessa (3.25% unemployment), Lubbock (3.5%), and Amarillo (3.5%), Austin has only a 3.7% unemployment rate
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Fiore- Austin’s Eco-Friendly Green Community
2007-10-29 20:29:40
Austin’s green building firm, Nine Sixty Nine recently announced their newest project, fiore which will be the nation’s first five star Green
community. The site will be located near MLK Blvd and Hwy 183 which is just east of Austin.
The fiore website boasts their design will work in sync with natur, not destroy it. The architectural design will be contemporary modern and is actually be affordable- what a shocker! With Austin’s environmental awareness, it’s no surprise that we are home to the nation’s first five-star eco-friendly community designed around sustainable green development that will invite residents to settle in within the year.
According to the press release, “fiore represents the prototype of how to develop design-driven, sustainable, eco-friendly communities which funciton as alternatives to suburban sprawl.” Fiore
will harness the energy of the popularity of the outdoor-type lifestyle in Austin in the setup of this
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