RESIDENTIAL BRUSH COLLECTION Austin Resource Recovery periodically collects large brush and tree limbs that are too large for yard trimmings collection. Large brush is composted and made into Dillo Dirt™. Collection Schedule Austin Resource Recovery customers receive twice-per-year curbside collection of large brush. You will receive a postcard in the mail informing you of your scheduled… Read More
Homeownership in Texas – FHA Mortgages
November 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
General information you may not have known about FHA FHA mortgages are not government loans. The lenders that issue FHA loans are approved vendors of FHA, government backed, loans.The lowest amount you can put down is 3.5% of the sale price of the home. There are no more seller assisted down-payment programs NOTE – There… Read More
Austin’s New Light Rail Transit, the Bus and Some Other Musings
May 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Most people would agree that Austin needs better public transit. What Austinites cannot agree on is what type of transit, where and at what cost. In my opinion, light rail is an essential element to the evolution of a great city. We cannot depend on upgraded/wider roads to improve our overall transportation systems. I also… Read More
Austin Real Estate Trends – April 2012
April 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
There are two significant trends happening right now that you should know about: mortgage interest rates are increasing and Austin real estate inventory is decreasing. This means that, if you have been on the fence about buying, now is the time. Likewise, if you want to sell your home and have been “waiting for the… Read More
Austin Recycling Program – Free Tumbled Glass and Organic Mulch
March 21, 2012 by 12 Comments
Need unlimited, free tumbled glass or organic mulch? A friend of mine told me about this program and it took me a while to find the details. This well-hidden, gem of a program put on by the COA is called the Austin Resource Recovery Center. It’s a place where folks like us can take our trucks and… Read More
Canoeing Barton Creek
March 19, 2012 by 1 Comment
Barton creek not only offers a challenging canoe trip, for Austinites, it’s right in our backyard. There are three sections of the creek that are easily run. Map of Put-ins & Take-outs for Barton Creek Check your water levels before you go Download GPS Waypoints for Barton Creek Routes: 71 to Lost Creek – This… Read More
Homemade Wine – The Quick and Easy
March 14, 2012 by 1 Comment
Homemade Wine This is tried, tested and efficient way to make 8 or so gallons of awesome wine/champagne Prep time for this a little over an hour – acquisition of equipment and experience decreases prep time. **Recipe measurements and instructions below are for one gallon of wine – I normally make about 8 gallons with… Read More
2012 Homestead Exemptions – Apply by April 30th
February 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
As a homeowner, you may apply for a homestead exemption on your principal residence. Homestead exemptions remove part of your home’s value from taxation, so they lower your taxes. For example, if your home is appraised at $350,000, and you qualify for a $50,000 exemption, you will pay taxes on the home as if it… Read More
Hiking and Camping Resources – Greater Austin Area
August 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
My wife, child, dog and I are avid hikers. The weekend isn’t complete without a camping trip and it’s difficult to unwind after work without a good nature hike. Over the years, I’ve run into great resources that other people and organizations put together to bring to light some of the lesser known areas of… Read More
Know your Market Statistics – April 2011
May 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Here are two glimpses into the Austin real estate Market for April. The numbers represent: 1) The company market share of units sold in Austin, TX 2) the Real Estate Market Overview from 11/2010 to 04/2011 for Residential listings
