Copperfield is an affordable alternative to downtown Austin living.

Copperfield is an established community that has been satisfying potential home-buyers since 1982. This lovely, north Austin neighborhood is an affordable alternative to to higher price homes in downtown Austin, Texas. More than 42,000 residents call Copperfield home and is located just minutes from downtown Georgetown and Cedar Park.  This centrally located community enjoys tons … Continue reading Copperfield is an affordable alternative to downtown Austin living.

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Existing home sales soar in Q4 2009

 In yet another sign of stabilization within the residential real estate market, strong gains in existing-home sales were the predominant pattern in most states during the fourth quarter of 2009, according to a survey released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Affordability has helped boost sales. The trade group reported that the national … Continue reading Existing home sales soar in Q4 2009

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A Shift in Payment Priorities

  U.S. News & World Report recently published an article that indicated a pretty dramatic change in the way homeowners are now tackling their debt. According to the article, a study released by Transunion showed that Americans are increasingly more likely to make payments on their credit cards before payments on their mortgages. The data … Continue reading A Shift in Payment Priorities

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Enjoy the Green Homes of SOL close to downtown Austin.

Environmentally-friendly Austin living is at its peak can be found as SOL (solutions oriented living).  This affordable zero-energy community is located in popular East Austin, just three miles from the bustling downtown metro area. SOL is a new, very modern development that features the perfect combination of value, quality and environmental awareness. This is Austin’s first … Continue reading Enjoy the Green Homes of SOL close to downtown Austin.

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Even the White House can’t escape effects of recession

  According to the folks at Zillow, not even the nation’s most recognized and iconic home can escape the deterioration that typifies today’s real estate landscape. The value of the White House fell 5.1 percent last year.  In January 2008, Zillow.com put the value of the White House at $308 million. Twelve months later, and … Continue reading Even the White House can’t escape effects of recession

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USA’s #1-ranked water park to open new location near Austin

Schlitterbahn Waterparks representatives recently announced the company’s intentions to build a water-themed resort in Cedar Park, Northwest of Austin, TX. The plan is currently under review by the Cedar Park (TX) Community Development Corporation.  Schlitterbahn owns four water parks, including Schlitterbahn Vacation Village—a $749 million retail entertainment center made up of multiple shopping, dining, lodging … Continue reading USA’s #1-ranked water park to open new location near Austin

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Luxury Condominium Development plannned for downtown Austin.

The Schlosser Development Company is proposing a soaring 28-story high-rise tower and a smaller four-story building with 90 condominiums, offices, retail areas and and underground parking structure to be built in the Market District of Austin, Texas. This proposed development would be the largest downtown commercial project since 2004 and would be located on the … Continue reading Luxury Condominium Development plannned for downtown Austin.

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Austin real estate escapes the “pendulum” effect for house valuation fluctuations

Wow, what a difference four years makes!   There was a fascinating article on CNNMoney.com recently that compared a nationwide housing price valuation study done in 2006 to one recently released here in the Year 2010. Four years ago, when real estate prices were rising like there was no tomorrow, National City Corp. and IHS … Continue reading Austin real estate escapes the “pendulum” effect for house valuation fluctuations

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Cambridge is the ultimate in contemporary downtown Austin condominiums.

Cambridge condos is a modern condominium residential development that was designed by McKinney Architects.  Conveniently located just two blocks from the University of Texas and just three blocks from the State Capitol.  Enjoy all of the amenities of downtown Austin including, world-class dining, shopping and entertainment all just steps from your front door. You will … Continue reading Cambridge is the ultimate in contemporary downtown Austin condominiums.

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Pending home sales data shows market stabilization underway

The National Association of Realtors has released its December 2009 data on pending homes sales, which were up 1 percent from November. Pending home sales are an indicator of future completed sales, meaning that markets are continuing to stabilize heading into the spring buying season. The index the NAR uses to determine pending sales was … Continue reading Pending home sales data shows market stabilization underway

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