The May 25th edition of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine named Austin THE BEST city for the next decade, due to its forward-thinking culture, entrepreneurial climate, can-do spirit and lively arts and entertainment scene creating a vibrant, energized community. According to the editors, “Austin is arguably the the country’s best crucible for small business, offering a … Continue reading Austin named “Best City for the Next Decade”
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Buy a Home in Austin that’s Right for You
OK, so the deadline for the homebuyer tax credit has come and gone. The passing of the deadline has gotten me thinking about a real estate phenomenon that has become more widespread in the past year or two. It’s probable that many of the homebuyers who purchased homes before the deadline did so because of … Continue reading Buy a Home in Austin that’s Right for You
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Age gives us an Enlightened Perspective on Life
PART 2 of 2 Continuing from my earlier post, if you will take the time to read these you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective on living life to its fullest potential! * I’ve learned…. That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you. * … Continue reading Age gives us an Enlightened Perspective on Life
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As we grow older, we get an Enlightened Perspective!
Part 1 of 2 If you will take the time to read these you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily basis! * I’ve learned…. That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. * I’ve learned…. That just one person saying … Continue reading As we grow older, we get an Enlightened Perspective!
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Start achieving your goals TODAY!
Goal setting is effective, but only if you take action. Why not start taking action today? Here are some of the popular reasonhs why most people don’t achieve their goals.
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Presidential Wisdom…Two Centuries Later
“Property is surely a right of mankind as real as liberty.” — John Adams There is a lot of discussion going on right now about the role government should or should not play in helping citizens of a country achieve home ownership. Government’s role as an advocate for home ownership, for example, has been criticized … Continue reading Presidential Wisdom…Two Centuries Later
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If at First You Don’t Succeed…Good for You!
Maybe you’ve heard or read the phrase “Success leaves clues.” Hopefully, you’re also aware that failure also leaves clues. Do you think people are paying attention to those clues? During this current recession, the number of millionaires in the United States has dropped by 18 percent. That is a huge number. But you can be fairly … Continue reading If at First You Don’t Succeed…Good for You!
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New IRS form released for claiming home buyer tax credits
There’s some good news for those who purchased homes after Nov. 6 2009, taking advantage of the extended first-time homebuyer tax credit or the new “move up” tax credit: You can now file for the credit. The IRS has released its new Form 5405, which is what is used to claim the credit. It took … Continue reading New IRS form released for claiming home buyer tax credits
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Words to live by, as another year marches on …
HOW TO STAY YOUNG 1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and height. Let the doctors worry about them. That is why you pay them. 2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down. 3.Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever, even ham radio. Never let the brain idle. … Continue reading Words to live by, as another year marches on …
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