Fall Is Here

(Finally, we’re back outside) I just love October! The month of scary decorations, pumpkin spice lattes, football craziness, Bob’s birthday and any excuse to eat my candy corn/peanut mix. The real estate market is not as scary as you think, as buyers are out looking again and sellers are finally adjusting both prices and expectations. Fall is here and so are bearable temperatures and some ROMANO FIRSTS… First Romano Kid To Get Married! We had…

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I Love May!

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…

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It’s February!

This month’s newsletter is going to be short, but sweet, just like the month of February! Sweet Local Happenings FEBRUARY 27 – MARCH 5 Austin Open Secure your spot at one of the most popular professional tennis tournaments in the country. This year’s event will be held at the Westwood Country Club.   > Purchase tickets here!   FEBRUARY 25 – FEBRUARY 26 Austin Modern Home Tour The annual Austin Modern Home Tour gives local…

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HOLIDAY TREAT: “Texas Trash”

For the holidays, it’s always great to make homemade treats for friends and family. This may just be the most addictive and delicious treat you will ever eat! All you need is just five ingredients and a lot of will power so you don’t eat it all before putting it into tins. At our house, there’s a reason it’s called “Cathy’s Crack!” Here’s the recipe… 1 box (11.7 oz) Golden Graham Cereal 1 can 16…

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NOVEMBER: Thankful for Travel and Table Tips

Best Places to Travel in November Looking for a weekend getaway or a week-long stay this month? Whether you want to relax on the beach or cozy up in the chilly air, there’s a spot for you. Explore Travel + Leisure’s top 11 places to travel in November. Hint:  We made the list! Learn More: Courtesy of Travel + Leisure Thanksgiving Table Ideas for a Festive Meal Thankful for my friend Gayle who gave me…

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November: Thankful for Local Happenings

Field of Light at Wildflower Center Sept 9th – Dec 31st | Times Vary Bruce Munro’s Field of Light is an immersive exhibition that explores the intersection of art, technology and nature. Learn more at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Austin Studio Tour Nov 5th – Sunday, Nov 20th This self-guided art tour provides opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect with each other and for the public to experience art in person​.…

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What to do in Austin in October?

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS ’22 Austin City Limits Music Festival October 7-9 & 14-16 | Times Vary Since 2002, the ACL Music Festival hosts over 130 artists and 225,000 patrons every year at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas. ACL Live at The Moody Theater opened in 2011. AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL Austin Film Festival October 27 – November 3 | Times Vary Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the…

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Let’s have some real talk…

There seems to be more than just pollen in the air; some uneasiness as well with a skittish stock market, unresolved war, interest rates rising, and signs the housing market is shifting. But not all is lost! It’s time to pull up a bench and let’s have some real talk. Real Talk: Real Estate News Mortgage rates are on the rise but does that mean our housing market will slow down? Lots of agents across…

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