One of those quintessential Austin events is right around the corner. The 2009 Austin City Limits Festival runs from October 2 to October 4 at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas. More than 130 bands will play throughout the 3 day event with almost 200,000 music-loving guests expected to turn out. For more information, visit the official Austin City Limits website. … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2009
Move-Up Homebuyer Credit
If you already own a house and the Move-Up Homebuyer Credit has arrived in Austin, Texas! Like millions of other homeowners, you might wish there was a program designed for you. Well, wish no more! I’m pleased to announce my Move-Up Homebuyer Credit. Effective immediately, anyone who sells and buys a home with me in the Austin, TX area will receive the Move-Up Homebuyer Credit. The credit is equal to 1% of the sales price of the home you sell. No Income Limitations! Unlike the First-Time Homebuyer Credit, … [Read more...]
August 2009 Housing Statistics
The August housings statistics were released today (the national numbers are provided by the National Association of Realtors while the Texas numbers are from The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University). Nationally, approximately 30% of the buyers in August were first-time homebuyers taking advantage of the $8,000 tax credit. Distressed properties (foreclosures and short sales) accounted for 31% of the national sales in August. … [Read more...]
Cool Showerhead Saves Hot Water
Almost everyone waits for the water to get hot before stepping into the shower. Few people time it just right to step in precisely when the hot water starts flowing. Well, someone has figured out how to keep all of that hot water (and money) from going down the drain. The folks at ShowerStart have invented a product (patent-pending) called the "evolve showerhead" which turns the flow down to a trickle when the water reaches 95 degrees. When you get into the shower, just flip the switch or pull the cord and the … [Read more...]
Over 1.4 Million First-Time Homebuyers Use the $8,000 Credit
The Internal Revenue Service released a statement noting that over 1.4 million taxpayers have utilized the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit this year. As you've likely heard, homebuyers who haven't owned a home for the last three years and close on a house between January 1, 2009, and December 1, 2009, are eligible for a tax credit of up to $8,000. The law allows taxpayers to amend their 2008 tax return or to wait until next year and claim it on the 2009 return. Although there is no guarantee of passage, … [Read more...]
Steiner-Palooza Music Festival and Pool Party
Steiner Ranch is hosting Steiner-Palooza Music Festival and Pool Party on Saturday, September 26th from noon to 10:00pm at the Bella Mar pool. Nine bands (all Steiner Ranch residents) are currently scheduled to play the event so there will be something for everyone. In addition to listening to great music, you can spend time lounging by the pool, drinking a tasty beverage, catching up with friends, and taking a swim. The Vandegrift High School Marching Band will be providing snack concessions. The event is BYOB, … [Read more...]
Party at the Foreclosure
Working with foreclosed properties apparently can have its perks. An executive with Wells Fargo reportedly moved into one of the houses the bank foreclosed upon. But it wasn't your average foreclosure. This was a home along the beach in a ritzy section of Malibu valued at $12 million (it is unclear to me whether that figure is a current or past value). Cheronda Guyton, an executive in the foreclosed property division, moved into the house in May with her family and threw lavish parties. Neighbors in the … [Read more...]