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August in Austin

Posted on August 18, 2021
Enjoy ACL Radio's Blues on The Green at Zilker Park Austin’s favorite summer tradition is back for it’s 30th season! Pack a blanket and the family and make your way to Zilker Park for a night of music in a relaxed atmosphere. Source: ACL Radio Explore the Museum of Ice Cream - Coming Soon to Austin Opening on Aug. 21, the world-famous exhibition will feature sprinkle pools, retro diners, boozy frozen treats, and more. Source: Austin
Austin Bat Sculpture
GOING BATTY over ‘Pocket Listings’ in an Increasingly Competitive Real Estate Market? Some of the most exclusive real estate properties never hit the open market. Instead, sellers will only solicit offers from a select group of buyers through what’s known as a “pocket listing.”   This practice is nothing new. But in a super-competitive real estate market, it’s not just luxury homes that are being sold this way. Here’s what you need to know about

The “Best of” on Our Trip

Posted on July 22, 2021
Category: Austin Texas, Travel
July is here and everyone seems to be on the move! Even Bob and I took to the road and headed West, spending time in Idaho, Montana, Utah, and New Mexico. Now it's back to Austin where record rainfall and lower than usual temps have things looking green and plush. Read on for the BEST pictures of our trip and the BEST of Austin for this month! Best Hike (Sun Valley, Pioneer Cabin) Best Sunset
LAKE AUSTIN STRONG! Austin is experiencing growing pains as one of America's hottest real estate markets. With the influx of tech giants relocating and opening new offices, thousands are moving to Texas and Austin is one it's most desirable places to live. Click on this link and check out this story that made national news about the sizzling hot Austin real estate market, especially lakefront properties. My latest lakefront listing closed in less than 30 days!

Local Events – Nascar

Posted on May 18, 2021
Category: Home Tips, Home Trends
NASCAR at COTA, May 21st - 24th Circuit of The Americas will welcome race fans to an experience like no other when the NASCAR Cup Series visits Austin, Texas for the first-time, courtesy of Speedway Motorsports. Grab your tickets here. Source: nascaratcota.com

May is Makeover Month

Posted on May 10, 2021
Category: Home Tips, Home Trends
Sell your home faster and for a higher price. Compass Concierge is the hassle-free way to transform your home with zero upfront costs or interest. I'll work with you to determine how we can maximize the value of your home by taking advantage of select Compass Concierge Services. With Concierge, you do not have to pay the initial out-of-pocket costs for home improvement services like painting, staging, flooring, and more. Learn how you can maximize the value

Best of Austin 2021

Posted on April 18, 2021
Category: Austin Texas
Explore the Best of Austin and go batty! Austin Monthly recently announced their "Best of ATX Winners" for 2021. Check out their Culture and Recreation list featuring artists, landmarks, and unique experiences that revitalized and inspired our city in one of its most challenging years ever. Source: austinmonthly.com

Spring Has Sprung!

Posted on April 17, 2021
Brown plants, trees and shrubs from the February Freeze are disappearing before our eyes. It's so nice seeing the colors POP everywhere, from Bluebonnets to Knockout Roses. Read on for more colorful topics, from a yellow entrance to a red door! Color Your World Let me count the ways... 1. Yellow (Entrance) Check out this awesome entrance to my new listing at Greenshores. Designed by Vanquard Studio using imported tile from Mexico to create this