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
Golf Course Living with a Pool in East Austin!
August 24, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Currently, I have a house on the market that has some incredible features. Pictures tell the most of story, so don’t forget to check them out, but first, here are some of the highlights: The home is located on a greenbelt which opens up at the 5th (signature) tee of Riverside Golf Course. A frequent… Read More
McMansion Ordinance Extends Past Ben White
August 6, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Last night, the Design & Compatibility Standards (McMansion) Ordinance was amended by the Austin City Council to include my neighborhood. The exact boundaries of last night’s extension. The former boundaries. There were no citizens who objected & the city council passed the amendment unanimously. Home sizes are now limited to 40% of the lot size,… Read More
News 8 Austin – Fairview Report
March 26, 2010 by Leave a Comment
This is the latest news report from News 8 Austin. It’s good to know that we are being heard. News 8 Austin Fairview Code Violations
Petition and Fairview Update
March 25, 2010 by 1 Comment
In my last post, I stated that members of the Community of Fairview were going to contact the Mayor. Since that date, not only have they contacted Mayor Leffingwell, but they have also gained the support of Texas House Senator Gonzalo Barrientos as well as the interest of several local news media resources, such as… Read More
Go South Austin Team!
March 23, 2010 by 1 Comment
This is an endorsement from Kristi Cohen’s previous manager before she left to be a Real Estate Consultant. Kristi Cohen is the other half of the South Austin Team He wrote: "I have had the privilege of working with Kristi Cohen in two different companies. In addition to a long working relationship, she has become… Read More
The Community of Fairview Code Violations
March 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I live in the Community of Fairview. It is located between 1st and Congress near Stassney. It is the first neighborhood where I can honestly say that I know and like all of my neighbors. Currently, however, my community is being terrorized by the City of Austin’s Code Compliance Department. Specifically, the issue is converted… Read More
Austin's 16 Million Dollar Home
February 7, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Needless to say, that this home is not in South Austin, and I don’t honestly have much to say about it aside from “wow”! Behold: Austin’s most expensive single-family home! “The recently completed home is expected to appeal to a celebrity, sports figure or a buyer from outside the United States, one of its listing… Read More
Barton Creek – The Rocks Under the Rapids
February 5, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I was cleaning out my old website, Garage-Montage – a hobby of mine, after I transferred it to Godaddy. I ran into the files from a little project my wife and I did, to encourage others to paddle Barton Creek - (please see updated article). This section is one of the wildest rides in this region… Read More
Austin Chronicle – South Austin Guide
January 28, 2010 by Leave a Comment
The Austin Chronicle has come out with the South Austin Guide. What a great website! This is your one-stop-shop for all things South Austin! My wife and I were looking for something fun to do while lil’ Nash is with his sitter. Whether you’re looking for a nice place to take a date, a new… Read More
