Why would I let a hairdresser do my hair when they can’t fix their own? Why would I let a hairdresser do my hair when they can’t fix their own… In real estate, with our crazy schedules…sometimes it is hard to schedule a hair appt 6 weeks in advance. I am fortunate to have a…
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Do you own a clothespin bag? I think this may be another item going to the way side. I showed a home the other day that had clothesline poles in the back yard. The young couple I was showing was trying to figure out what they were for. I explained what they were…and got …”Oh,…
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“ Home by Four” 12621 Sky Harbor, Del Valle, TX 78617 3 Bedroom – 2 Bath – 2 Car Garage ML# 5655292 Home by Four is a unique home purchase program which allows families to obtain home ownership within four years with no money down and without the need to qualify for a 30 year…
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If you want new…buy new. A good real estate agent will always advise you to get a home inspection on any home you are thinking about purchasing. Inspectors try to note everything in their report. They don’t want a customer to come back later and say you missed this, or why didn’t you note that….
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Why is recycling not mandatory? I am happy to say our community is active in recycling. Our City Trash leaves a large green bin for trash, and a large blue bin for recycling. Our personal recycling is usually just as large or larger than our trash. Not every city or town does this, and I…
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Investors just floor me sometimes. Not everyone out there is a decorator. I see it every day. Most sellers can’t afford to have someone come in and repaint, re-carpet and refurnish a house. I understand. You can have them de-clutter the best they can, and hope for the best. But I see empty homes, with…
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I want to send out a reminder to all of my family and friends. I sell houses in and around the Austin, Texas area. If you know anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home, please have them call me. I work in all price ranges. All I ask is that the client…
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This is America…I should not have to press anything for English! I applaud folks who can speak more than one language. I understand that if you just moved here from another country you may need help with the language in the beginning. I appreciate a client who brings an interpreter with them, or asks for…
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Area home starts could jump as much as 10% in 2012, expert says By Shonda Novak AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF New home construction is expected to increase in 2012 for the second straight year, with the number of starts projected to rise 5 to 10 percent over last year’s level, a housing expert said Thursday. Eldon Rude ,…
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Platinum Top 50 REALTORS presents Austin Rocks! A look at the Austin economy as it pertains to real estate. Sherry Scales Austin Real Estate Specialist HomeNet Realty, REALTOR, ABR, GRI 512-925-8928 Contact me or Find your home here Serving Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Lago Vista, Lakeway, Bee Caves, Dripping Springs
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