March is Time for Termites & HVACs [[+]] ATX Area Home Market Adds Inventory as Builder Confidence Grows: Chuck Farr’s March 2023 “Talking Real Estate” ENewsletter   Spring is here--homeowners, tenants, sellers, prospective buyers, and real-estate investors We hope you are enjoying the blast of beautiful wildflowers along our Texas highways this year. In the News: The Austin Board of Realtors says that “Austin’s housing market is trending in the right direction. Buyers have more options and negotiating power with each passing month, and sellers have more time to make their next move ..read more

Events This Week: Best Valentines Day Restaurants in Austin “To help make planning much easier, Eater is here with selective picks for specific situations and desires, all for Tuesday, February 14. The clock is ticking — book those reservations or orders now because many of these meals will sell out soon.” (Source: Austin Eater) Click Here For More Information     Ant-Man and The Wasp - Quantumania Super-Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope Van Dyne return to continue their adventures as Ant-Man and the Wasp.” (Source: Ant-Man And The Wasp) Where: Bob Bullock Museum ..read more

January is Time for Homestead Exemptions, Big Jobs & Ceiling Fans [[+]] 2022 Austin-Area Market Set Price Records, Shifted Towards Buyers With Increased Inventory and Interest Rates: Chuck Farr’s January 2023 “Talking Real Estate” ENewsletter   Happy new year, homeowners, tenants, prospective buyers, and real-estate investors. If you bought a home last year and if you live there (it is not an investment-only property) and you did not already do so, make a note to file your homestead exemption in January 2023 (also check on disability and over 65 exemptions if applicable) at your local ..read more

Events This Week: Shen Yun in Austin China Before Communism-Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. (Source: Shen Yun in Austin) Where: The Long Center, located at 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX When: January 6-8, 2023 Holiday Tree Recycling Starting December 26, City of Austin curbside customers can recycle their trees at the curb. All Austinites can drop off of their trees for recycling at Zilker Park, even if they are not Austi ..read more

Winter is Time for Homestead Exemptions, Big Jobs, Ceiling Fans, & HVACs [[+]] Median Price for a Home in Austin-Area Market Stays Flat As November Housing Inventory Nearly Quadruples: Chuck Farr’s December 2022 “Talking Real Estate” ENewsletter   Happy Holidays, homeowners, tenants, prospective buyers, and real-estate investors. If you bought a home this year and if you live there (it is not an investment) and you did not already do so, make a note to file your homestead exemption in January 2023 (also check on disability and over 65 exemptions if applicable) at your local county tax ..read more

Events This Week: Ice Rink At The Long Center Come ice skate under the lights with the best view of the city. (Source: Ice Rink at The Long Center) Where: The Long Center, located at 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX When: December 1st - January 1st   Armadillo Christmas Bazaar The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar is back inside the Palmer Events Center with more fine art and more new artists than ever before Join us as we celebrate nearly five decades of holiday shopping in Austin, TX. We are known for our curated collection of art, gifts and live music in a festive, family friendly, en ..read more

Events This Week: 6 Places to See Christmas Lights In Austin Merry and Bright — From iconic displays such as the Trail of Lights and the 37th Street Lights, to Mozart’s Festive Patio or Nautical Light Show experience via boat, to the drive-thru experience at Peppermint Parkway, there are so many ways to see Christmas lights this season in Austin, and truly something for everyone. Check out the guide below, for 6 Places To See Christmas Lights in Austin.   7 Places to See Santa in Austin Reserve your photo session with Santa, or better yet, enjoy story time with Mrs. Clause and a desert bu ..read more

Santa’s Pajama Party at The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is hosting a pajama party where kids can enjoy story time with Santa, and visit with Mrs. Claus and Santa’s Elf. The event will be on Saturday, December 17th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and there will be a lunch menu, as well as hot chocolate, and bottomless mimosas. Location: 701 Congress Avenue Austin, TX 78701 Santa at Barton Creek Square Book your photos with Santa at Barton Creek Square, located at 2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746, while enjoying 180+ stores and eateri ..read more

Events This Week: Merry and Bright on Aldrich Street The event includes a Candy Cane Crawl, Live music, Holiday photo ops, lights display, ALPACAS, and more (Source: Merry and Bright on Aldrich Street) Where: 1911 Aldrich Street, Austin, TX When: Friday, December 9nth from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.     Christmas on Main Street: The Twelve Tales of Christmas The Crown Theatre presents a live holiday performance that you can't help but sing along to (Source: Christmas on Main Street) Where: 121 Main St, Buda, TX When: Friday, December 9th - Sunday Decembe ..read more

In previous decades, a warm, cozy home required dark colors and heavy materials. One can envision sitting in front of a roaring fire in a dark room filled with pillows and wood paneling. Contemporary homes are brighter, with clean lines and light colors and textures. The challenge is how to create an inviting, cozy space that everyone wants during the cooler months. Fortunately, it’s not necessary to choose between the claustrophobic styles of the past and warm inviting rooms. The first tip is lighting. Soften the lighting and consider swapping cold, metal fixtures for ones using natural mater ..read more