Happy July! Wow! It’s the start of the second half of 2023. Are you asking yourself where did those first 6 months go? Hoping the start of the next 6 months begins with FUN. Austin Monthly just came out with 101 Fun Things to Do This Summer so grab a copy when you can. And, you can read on for my own list of FUN things! Fun Facts About Austin Fun facts about Austin that…
I CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S THE MIDDLE OF JUNE ALREADY! As the days get longer, so does the list of things to do around our house. I consider this a good month to take on inside projects, especially when the thermometer hits 100. June is a good month for so many things, so let me count the ways. (And be sure to scroll down to the end for some Father’s Day Fun.) June is a good…
I must admit that May is my favorite month. It was kicked off with sweet clients delivering me flowers on May Day. Next comes Mother’s Day with a special visit from our daughter and then it’s our wedding anniversary. This year, it’s our 40th so we’re off on a “Tour de Texas” to hit those West Texas places we haven’t seen yet in our 31 years of living here. Real estate is steady, the temperatures…
April showers bring – flowers and tax returns! As we say goodbye to the madness of March, we say hello to a month filled with new opportunities. Buyers are coming out of the woodwork and sellers have finally adjusted to the new “normal” market. SO NOW IS THE TIME TO SPRING INTO… Real Estate! Austin is settling into the ranks of Texas cities selling homes over $10M. Affluent areas in Austin have landed increasingly in…
Spring time is in the air! March welcomes us with Rodeo Austin, SXSW, St. Patrick’s Day, Dell Match Play and College Basketball’s Big Dance. And everything is starting to turn green, have you noticed? Read on and March on! Local Happenings Worth Checking Out? MARCH 13TH – 18TH SXSW 2023 An indispensable destination for global professionals, SXSW features sessions, music and comedy showcases, film screenings, exhibitions, professional development, and a variety of networking opportunities. >…
What You Should Be Planting in the Fall? This may be a little known fact, but fall is the key planting time for a beautiful garden. Fall is a crucial time for your garden. Southern Living has some great tip about what you should be doing now for next year’s garden as well. Bring out those mums, too! > Courtesy of Southern Living How to Prep Your Home to Sell This Fall Make sure…
Open Floor Plan: In or Out? Over the past few months, we’ve been noticing the rise in rooms—not just designated areas of a larger space, but sectioned-off spaces complete with four walls. So, what gives? Is the open floor plan on its way out? Admittedly, it depends on who you ask. Read More at Martha Stewart Living
Top Home Design Trends of 2022 As it turns out, many of the top home design trends of 2022 are iterations of concepts we’ve seen in recent years, but it’s not due to a lack of creativity. Instead, it’s likely because we’re continuing to lean in to our personal tastes and needs. From nature-inspired interiors to vintage furnishings and tactile finishes, here are the design trends that industry experts predict will dominate this year. …