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Billionaire Buying Distressed Properties

by Matt Ditlow
September 2, 2009 | 0 Comments

Well I wondered what he was going to do with the money he made from selling the Cubs!  Sam Zell has raised plenty of money and is now going to put it into play.  Looking forward to more people jumping into the market. LINK Read →

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Required Energy Audits

by Barbara Ditlow
March 4, 2009 | 0 Comments

Starting June 1st, 2009 all Austin homeowners will be required to have an energy audit performed on their homes before selling the property and transfering title.  It has been estimated that the cost will be in the $200-$400 range. This includes... Read →

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Updates to The Loan Process as of August 1st

by Matt Ditlow
August 11, 2009 | 0 Comments

A new policy has been put into effect by the Fed that requires new disclosures and paperwork on all loan applications that are applied for after July 31st, 2009. The following is directly from the Texas Association of Realtors: The Federal Reserve... Read →

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WSJ Names Austin a "Youth Magnet"

by Matt Ditlow
October 8, 2009 | 0 Comments

I was sent this article from the Austin Business Journal that summarizes a Wall Street Journal poll that ranked Austin the #5 city for attracting youth once the economy recovers.  They do highlight our low unemployment rate but I have to disagree... Read →

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Saving Energy

by Matt Ditlow
September 2, 2009 | 0 Comments

Now that the energy audits are in full swing, and with the hottest summer on record here in Central Texas, now is a good time to take a look at your home and see where you can conserve energy and help your air conditioner out just a little!  Here... Read →

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More Forbes Love

by Matt Ditlow
July 21, 2009 | 0 Comments

Again Austin ranks in a Forbes Top Ten List!  LINK What else can I say that hasn't been said?  Texas is looking strong, we have a lot to be thankful for, and Austin is a great place to live! Read →

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