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Domain Phase II Grand Opening
Monday, April 26th, 2010 at 9:23am. 102 Views, 0 Comments.
The second phase of Simon Property Group's 600,000-square-foot Domain project opened its doors Friday, April 23, 2010. Simon (NYSE: SPG) hosted a soft opening in February, but Friday the project was officially open for business. The massive mixed-use property includes 136,000 square feet of retail and restaurants anchored by Dick's Sporting Goods, Dillard's and Gold Class Cinema. The site houses 438 residential units and 78,000 square feet of office space.The Domain's second addition includes national retailers American Eagle Outfitters, Aeropostale, Bath & Body Works, Buckle, Bui-yah-kah, Charming Charlie, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Express, Finish Line, The Limited, Maggiano’s, Payless Shoes, Shasa Collections, Stride Rite, Sushi Zushi, VANS, Yogurt Planet…
Pillar To Post is Offering Homeowners Discount Packages With Their Home Inspections
Monday, April 26th, 2010 at 9:07am. 123 Views, 0 Comments.
Pillar To Post is sponsoring a program called Living With My home, that was designed to offer buyers, sellers, investors valuable information on the practical aspects of home ownership as well as special discounts on a variety of products and services.
They provide a fully integrated web site, and a booklet of special offers from some of the largest and most trusted brands in the country. The program is exclusive to Pillar To Post and comes free with every one of their professional home inspections. This could be a way that you can save potentially hundreds, even thousands, of dollars on items and services they'll need as you transition into a new home.
Pillar to Post can be reached at 512/515-0021.
Open Houses
Monday, April 26th, 2010 at 8:49am. 108 Views, 0 Comments.
Sellers who want their Realtors to hold their homes open for the unrepresented public to come through should know the facts. You have less that a 1% chance of selling your home at an open house. Some sellers are under the impression that they are a necessary part of the marketing plan to get their home sold, when statistics show that 85% of buyers use an agent to find out about the home they will purchase and 80% of buyers are using the internet to find homes that they see with an agent. Make sure that if you are selling your home, that your home is aggressively positioned on the internet and MLS since that is truly where your buyers are coming from.
Forest Oaks | Cedar Park, TX
Friday, April 23rd, 2010 at 10:33am. 116 Views, 0 Comments.
Builders in Forest Oaks include Newmark Homes, Grand Haven Homes, Buffington Signature Homes, Meritage Homes & Kimball Hall Homes. One of Cedar Park's newer master planned subdivisions, Forest Oaks is located south of 1431 also know as Whitestone Blvd. right off the new 183A Toll Road, just north of Brushy Creek Road, Forest Oaks offers convenient & quick access to Austin, Leander, Round Rock and points beyond.
Solar Window Screens on Your House?
Friday, April 23rd, 2010 at 10:27am. 116 Views, 0 Comments.
Solar screens seem so beneficial in our hot Austin, Texas summers to keep some of the extreme heat out and the cool air in. But, the decision of whether or not to put them on your house has several pro’s and con’s. Some homeowners won’t put them on because the dark grey screens seem to change the street appeal of the house entirely. They can make the house look dark, eerie and unwelcoming. They cover the entire window, rather than just the lower half. And, they will substantially darken an entire room by diffusing the sun light. So, it may make the inside of the house seem unwelcoming also. On the plus side, they claim to keep the house 10 to 15 degrees cooler and block the sun’s heat and glare. The cost to have a company make the screens and put…
ORGANIC PIZZARIA! | Round Rock, TX
Friday, April 23rd, 2010 at 10:23am. 93 Views, 0 Comments.
Round Rock has recently added Promise Pizza to its list of great places to eat. It is a pizza made with all organic and natural ingredients. They even have special cheese products made of Daiya, a 100% plant-based cheese for folks who don’t want dairy. They also deliver their pizzas in eco friendly cars!
RE/MAX Agents Donate to Children's Miracle Network
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 at 12:55pm. 33 Views, 0 Comments.
When you buy or sell a house with a participating RE/MAX Realtor you will be contributing to the Children’s Miracle Network supported hospital in your area. RE/MAX agents have contributed over $93 million since they joined with CMN in 1992. In 2008, RE/MAX donated approximately $8 million to CMN internationally.
Buying or selling real estate in Austin, Texas? The experts at Tim Kress & Associates will give you the best service and also make a donation to the Children’s Miracle Network in your name to celebrate your purchase or sale.
Teravista Round Rock | Round Rock Texas
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 at 12:46pm. 41 Views, 0 Comments.
Teravista is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Round Rock, Texas. Round rock was voted one of the best places to Live in the U.S. Round Rock is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, with an affordable cost of living and award-winning master plan. Round Rock has been very successful in attracting homebuyers for the convenience to Austin, the award winning schools and great shopping.
Home Improvements - Hiring a Contractor | Real Estate Tips
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 at 12:31pm. 40 Views, 0 Comments.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) consistently ranks contractor fraud as its number one complaint. Don't be a victim. If you (or someone you know) is thinking about hiring a contractor, please read or share these tips straight from the BBB before signing anything. Remember, a contractor may not ask for more than ten percent of the total contract price, or $1,000 (or two percent or $200 in the case of swimming pools), whichever is less, as a down payment. (Insist upon a lien release from all subcontractors and suppliers before you pay for any work).
Avana Community | Upscale Housing
Monday, April 19th, 2010 at 10:47am. 84 Views, 0 Comments.
New community coming to the Austin area. Avana is an upscale southwest Austin community. It will feature greenbelt and over-sized lots plus a proposed championship golf course. The community will also have a swim and tennis club. They hope to start construction of new homes sometime in the first quarter of 2010. If you would like more information on this community please contact me.