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Austin Texas, Top Dating City

toddsmith — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:47:25 +0000

Fine Austin Living, Austin Real Estate & Community Information

Austin Texas is a top dating city according to Yahoo Travel which recently compiled a list titled “America’s Best Cities For Dating”. Austin has a high concentration of singles which adds to its dynamic dating scene. Austin is known as a music capital as well, which helps lend some background tunes to the city’s dating life.

In addition to a thriving and unique nightlife the healthy lifestyle available in Austin allows for outdoor daytime dates that may include hiking, biking, swimming or golfing. Similar and healthy interests and activities can keep dates fun and lead to more in the future after all! The University of Texas helps keep Austinites young and educated, which in turn adds to the single and fun atmosphere that permeates the city and helps to keep it “weird”.

In Austin Texas, weird equals fun, and dating is recognized as nothing short of fantastic in our capital city. Contact us today to learn more about living in Austin and why our unique city is a top dating city. We have access to all Austin real estate as well as the knowledge you need to get to know the different communities that make up the Central Texas area.

Click here to read the Yahoo Travel article “America’s Best Cities For Dating”.

Contact the Fine Austin Living Team today for up to date information about Austin Texas real estate as well as free access to the Austin Texas MLS and all properties currently for sale in the Austin area.

Austin Real Estate, HOA Changes For Homeowners

toddsmith — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:02:09 +0000

When it comes to Austin real estate there are HOA changes being made for the best interests of homeowners. New legislation in Texas has been passed because of a need for homeowners within an association to be able to demonstrate their individuality and be governed fairly. Austin homeowners who live within an HOA can now display a US flag, have solar panels, and display their religion on their front doors, among other things.

When buying Austin real estate it is important to understand the weight of an HOA if your new home will be located within one. Having access to all the HOA documents, rules and regulations is important. An HOA can be a great thing, but knowing what it is all about is of the essence.

Contact us toady to learn more about buying Austin real estate. We have access to all Austin homes that are currently listed for sale as well as everything you need to know about buying a home.

Click here to read more about the new HOA changes form the San Antonio Express.

Low Unemployment A Draw for Relocation to Austin Texas

toddsmith — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:47:33 +0000

Fine Austin Living, Austin Real Estate

There is no doubt that low unemployment is a draw for relocation to Austin Texas. The state capital has been extremely proactive in attracting new business and new jobs and has continued to have an unemployment rate significantly lower than the national average. In December the unemployment rate in Austin Texas was 6.3%.

The recession has brought about a change in priorities for people across the US, people are no longer moving to areas because of their desirable location but because of the ability to make a living. Austin Texas has a number of things going for it. In addition to low unemployment our unique city has an attractive quality of life and a reasonable cost of living.

Contact us today to learn more about relocating to Austin Texas. We have access to all Austin real estate that is currently on the market and can help you get to know why Austin is such a successful city. Austin has a great deal to offer its residents, let us show you around.

Click here to read “Austin area, state see jobless rates edge down in December” from The Statesman.

MBA in Austin Texas, A Top Worldwide

toddsmith — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:14:25 +0000

An MBA acquired in Austin Texas stands out as a top worldwide. Recently a list was compiled of top MBA programs, not just in the United States but around the globe, and the Executive MBA available at the University of Texas in Austin was determined to be the 9th best in the world. This accolade is a feather in Austin’s cap, as the area continues to draw some of the brightest and most ambitious to further their business educations.

Education in Austin is superb, from basic education to college and beyond. While Austin Texas continues to be recognized for its low unemployment and its ability to attract business, the ability to provide excellent education will continue to enhance Austin real estate values.

Living in Austin means exposure to great schools. Contact us today to learn more about Austin real estate. We can help you locate a home that suits your needs and help you get to know the different educational opportunities within each community.

Click here to read “Texas Executive MBA Hits Top 10 Globally, Excellent Value”.

Austin Texas Real Estate, Looking Good

toddsmith — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:33:08 +0000

Fine Austin Living, Austin Real Estate

Things are looking good for Austin real estate, which means that things are looking good in Austin Texas. A recent Forbes Magazine article titled “Cities Where Real Estate is Ripe for a Rebound” suggests that there are a few cities that are not only poised for a rebound but a few are actually rebounding as we speak. It is no surprise that Austin Texas is on this list.

All of the positive news about Austin’s economy, low unemployment, and ability to attract new business mean that things are good here, and when things are good real estate picks up. Austin real estate is benefiting from a low unemployment rate, currently at 6.6% and far lower than the nation’s average. In addition home prices seem to be leveling out, having dropped roughly 2% over the past year.

A rebound for Austin real estate is great news. Contact us today to learn more about local market conditions and let our team use its knowledge and experience to work for you.

Click here to read “Cities Where Real Estate is Ripe for a Rebound”.

Austin Expanding Solar Use

toddsmith — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:47:53 +0000

Austin Real Estate and Fine Austin Living

Austin Texas is expanding its ability to use solar energy by implementing the largest solar farm in the state. It has become more and more clear over the past decade how importance of finding alternative power sources and solar makes sense for sunny locales like Austin.

The most recent solar addition to Austin is a solar farm that is just under 400 acres in size. This amazing project will be able to provide energy to more than 135,000 homes and is owned by SunEdison. Austin Energy has a 25 year agreement to purchase the solar energy and achieve its goal of utilizing renewable energy.

Solar energy is but one more way that the Austin area is diversifying its economy. The solar energy farm is not only providing an alternative power source but it is also creating jobs. Click here to learn more about the solar farm.

Contact us today to learn more about living in Austin Texas. Austin offers a unique city in which to live as well as an area of the nation which is cultivating job creation. We have access to all Austin real estate that is currently listed for sale, as well as valuable information to help you get to know the Central Texas area better.

Music in Austin Texas, Urban Concert Will Do Good

toddsmith — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:26:13 +0000

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Country music fans in Austin Texas should consider attending the Keith Urban concert which will do a good deed by raising money to combat a deadly children’s illness known as Batten disease. The concert will take palce on February 10th and is titled “Date Night with Keith Urban”. Funds raised at Urban’s concert will go to the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation, a foundation dedicated to curing the childhood disease as well as promoting the screening test for the disease. Austin Texas will be the country star’s first performance since having surgery on his vocal chords in the Fall of 2011.

Austin Texas has a thriving music scene, and used as a platform to raise money for a plethora of worthy causes. The drought of last summer created a fundraising concert that was well-attended and able to raise a great deal of money for victims of the fires caused by the dryness.

Living in Austin Texas provides exposure to a variety of music. Contact us today to learn more about living in Central Texas. We can help you get to know Austin and different communities that make up our unique area. We can provide access to all Austin real estate that is currently listed for sale and so much more.

Click here for more information on “Date Night with Keith Urban”.

Austin Real Estate, Rentals Are Hot

toddsmith — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:37:26 +0000

Austin Real Estate, Fine Austin Living

Austin real estate is currently benefiting from the fact that rentals are hot. Let’s face it the city of Austin itself is red hot right now, noted as a place with jobs is making it a desirable place to live. Apartments are filling up, which is great for landlords. In addition to having rental units full, the demand is helping to push rents higher, also good for landlords in Austin.

Austin real estate is benefiting from the city’s success and there couldn’t be a better time to invest in rental properties. Whether you are renting out an apartment, condo, or home, there is a market to find renters these days which adds to the investment opportunities in Central Texas. Investing in Austin real estate is different from investing in the stock market because a real estate investment has an opportunity to pay for itself over time, something stocks rarely do.

Please contact us today to learn more about investing in Austin real estate. Low interest rates are adding to affordability levels, and rental demand is adding to the desire to invest.

Click here to read “Area’s apartment market still sizzling” from The Statesman.

Austin Texas, Great Food

toddsmith — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 10:49:52 +0000

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Austin Texas is the home of great food, in addition to great fun. Known as a city of festivals, Austin is on the map for music yet one of the city’s lesser known, but equally great, attributes is food. From food trucks to BBQ and everything in between and beyond, Austin Texas is rapidly becoming known for its fare.

Among a few of Austin’s accolades in recent years, as far as food goes, are that the city is home to a best burger and a best new restaurant. In addition to the amazing restaurants in Austin, the variety available from the city’s food trucks is both diverse and exceptional. In its diversity Austin Texas is being noticed by food critics from across the United States.

The appreciation of food is important to many relocating to Austin, as dining and discussing food can be a way of life. Luckily the food offerings in Austin will not disappoint.

If you are considering relocating to Austin Texas give us a call today. We have access to all Austin real estate that is currently listed for sale and can help you get to know where Austin’s most unique eateries are located!

Click here to read a recent article from Newsday, “Visiting Austin for the food”, which highlights Austin’s dining options.

Austin Community Buzz: Turn Your Cell Phones Into Cash

toddsmith — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:35:37 +0000

Fine Austin Living / Austin Real Estate

The current Austin community buzz is that you can turn your cell phones into cash. Let’s face it, most of us have old cell phones, MP3 players, digital cameras, or you name it lying around. Austin Texas has quickly become known as a technology hub of the south and with electronics becoming outdated so quickly these days many of us replace cell phones annually. We might as well make something off of the old when we trade up to the latest and greatest!

If you are cleaning out the drawers in your Austin home, finding out what your old equipment is worth is easy, it can be as simple as visiting a website or going to your nearest Target. Here are a few places to start:

Visit Gazelle.com where you can get cash for your used equipment if you choose the prepaid shipping option.
Visit a Walmart store (but call first to make sure the store you are headed to participates in a buy-back program for electronics. You won’t receive cash but you will receive the next best thing: a Walmart gift card.
Like Gazelle.com, NextWorth.com will give you cash for your device when you use the prepaid shipping option.
Visit a Target (again, call ahead to make sure your Austin Target is participating) and like Walmart you will receive a Target gift-card payment.
Best Buy will take products in the store or online and offers store credit.
Apple.com/Recycling will offer you a quote for Apple devices.

It is important to remember that whenever you are recycling a device you should delete any and all personal information from it. Other options for getting rid of old items include donating them and recycling them. Starting the New Year off on a green foot in Austin Texas is a great idea!

At Fine Austin Living we care about Austin real estate as well as the community. It is our goal to conduct successful real estate transactions and help our clients get to know Austin inside and out.