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I am incredibly thankful for so many things but will concentrate on my TOP 5 for this newsletter. May this holiday season bring you joy and laughter as you enjoy the company of others in your home again. May you make great memories this Thanksgiving, make gravy that's not lumpy, and make a turkey that's perfect... Thankful for living in a city like this... Move over, London. Austin has just been crowned the number one
Fall Home Prep
Category: Home Tips, Seasonal Information
Prep Your Home for the Season As the season begins to change, it's time to prep your home for falling leaves, cooler weather, and, eventually, winter storms. Tackling a few fall home maintenance tasks now can help ward off issues later in the season, so you can enjoy everything you love about autumn worry-free. And don't forget to add a splash of fall color and decor to your home. Learn more from this great article
Halloween Humor
Category: Seasonal Information
Halloween can be spooky to some, but there is no shortage of humor and fun to be had. Here are a couple of funny things I just had to share... Creative Halloween decor... and a little realtor humor... Happy Halloween y'all!
Barton Hills Farms Fall Festival October 3rd - November 14th Ready for some Fall fun? It's that time of year again! Get lost in the 5-acre corn maze, pick your favorite pumpkin, enjoy live music, fire the apple cannons, or hop on a hayride at the Barton Hills Farms Fall Festival! Click here to buy your tickets. Source: Barton Hills Farms
October Update
Category: Austin Texas, Seasonal Information
Temperatures may be cooling but the Lake is still hot! I love this month! Cooler temps, candy corn, college football pandemonium, Bob's birthday and Halloween. Historically, lakefront is one of the most appreciating real estate assets in Austin. And the latest stats suggest that excited buyers are channeling their energy towards lake properties now even more than ever. The continued low inventory is driving property values to new highs. Don't miss out on your opportunity
Building a Home? Here Are 7 Industry Changes You Should Know for 2021 Homebuilders face unique challenges as demand for new construction grows sky-high amid material shortages, lifestyle changes, and record low interest rates. See how the home-building industry is adapting as we edge into a post-pandemic world. Read this great article Courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens
My Favorite Fall Treat
Category: Seasonal Information
My favorite Fall mix This is so incredible you won't be able to stop eating it! The recipe is simply equal parts candy corn and lightly salted cocktail peanuts. Goes best with lattes, red wine, beer, Topo Chico, or pretty much anything! Recipe Courtesy of Taste of Home
What Value does a Pool Add?
Category: Home Tips, Home Trends
How Much Value Does a Pool Really Add to Your Home? A pool can be a fun, attractive addition to a house and usually increases its value. But are the costs of installing and maintaining a pool worth it? Here are some things to consider before you take the plunge. Check out this picture from a listing I had in Austin's Travis Heights neighborhood — I just loved this pool! Learn more from this great