AUSTIN, TX. – If you don’t like going to the grocery store you’re not alone, many people are not fans of grocery shopping but they do it anyway because we all need to eat right? Thankfully, there’s a new app called Shipt which is launching today and will make the process of getting groceries a lot easier.

Shipt is an app that makes it possible for you to order groceries right from your phone and have them delivered to your house and the cool thing is that your groceries will be sourced from local stores across the Austin area so you’re still supporting local businesses without having to go through the hassle like everyone else of driving to the grocery store, looking for parking, fighting lines and searching for the food or items that you need for…

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AUSTIN, TX. – There’s no denying that its summer time in Austin Texas and with temperatures averaging in the 100’s for the coming weeks you probably are wondering if there are things to do in Austin, especially on warm nights. Thankfully, there’s lots of fun thing to do in Austin during the summer nights and we have a lot to choose from including outdoor events and BBQ’s, to awesome live events like FREE Concerts in the Park at the Long Center.

About Concerts in the Park at the Long Center

Running all summer long (until August 28th), Concerts in the Park at the Long Center is a great way to get out of the house, especially with your kids, and enjoy some family time in Hartman Park as you listen to beautiful music from the Austin Symphony…

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What is Pokémon Go? It’s the latest mobile app game that’s been taking the world by storm in recent weeks since this free-to-play game uses your device to make Pokémon appear as if they are in the real world.

To play Pokémon Go all you need is a fairly recent mobile phone with a camera and GPS then you can find Pokémon all over Austin and the world.

There’s no denying that this game is a HUGE hit especially with Millennials who may have collected Pokémon cards in the 90’s but how has it affected local real estate?

Augmented Reality

The most interesting thing about Pokémon Go is that this game is the first real example of augmented reality, or combining a virtual character with the real world, so if you ever dreamed of collecting real …

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On June 23rd, 2016 BREXIT rocked the world when a referendum passed which will break all ties that the UK has with the EU, but since BREXIT the big question that many people have is how BREXIT has effected Austin Texas Real Estate.

The good news is that BREXIT has affected the U.S. Real Estate market positively because following the UK referendum to leave the EU, mortgage interest rates dropped once again to about 3.50% for a 30-year fixed mortgage loan, and this historically low mortgage interest rate has made it possible for more people to get a great mortgage loan, or refinance their existing mortgages.

How BREXIT Benefits the United States

There’s no denying that Britain has been one of the safe havens for investors for decades and…

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AUSTIN, TX – When it comes to Austin Texas good BBQ is something that locals have come to expect but what about wine? There are some great vineyards in the Austin area, including Spicewood Vineyards, where the 2nd annual BBQ & Wine Festival will be held on Saturday, July 23rd.

About The 2nd Annual BBQ & Wine Festival

Located at 1419 County Road 409 in Spicewood TX, 78669, the 2nd Annual BBQ & Wine Festival will be the perfect place for you to sample excellent BBQ, sip some fine wine, and enjoy live music from well-known bands like the Mace Garret Band and Fred Andrews of Honey Brown.

Buy Your Tickets Online

Like other Austin Texas area live events the 2nd Annual BBQ & Wine Festival is sure to sell out fast and you can save $10 by…

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AUSTIN, TX. – There’s no denying that Uber and Lyft’s departure from Austin a few months ago left a major hole in the ride-hailing business here but with that hole also opened up tons of new opportunities for companies that might not have been able to compete against Uber including companies like iCars.

iCars is different from Uber because it’s a ride-hailing service that offers executive level service for people who are traveling here on business or for the individual who loves the finer things in life and wants a luxurious ride.

About iCars

Launched this year in San Francisco, CA, iCars is an innovative service that allows users to book immediate rides and future rides right from the comfort of their smart phone plus third parties can also…

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Are you searching for your Austin Texas “dream home”? If so, we encourage you to consider this beautiful home located at 2400 Demona Drive in Austin Texas.

This 5,651 square foot, European-inspired home, offers a contemporary open concept floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms and plenty of space for entertaining or a growing family since it’s also located in the prime Eanes School District which was also recently ranked #1 in Texas (2016 Niche).

Fine Details

 

Listed for $1.2 million and built in 2006, this home has plenty of excellent details for you to consider including a spacious one-acre lot with plenty of heritage oaks, fully enclosed backyard with lap pool, limestone wall, and wrought iron but this two story Austin…

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AUSTIN, TX. – Are you interested in learning more about the latest Austin Decorating Trends? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will share with you one of the latest decorating trends that we’ve seen in homes around Austin Texas so you can know which improvements or upgrades you should be making to your home.

Light Bulb Pendant Lights

In recent months one of the most common decorating trends that our Austin Real Estate Agents have been spotting in homes across town is hanging light bulb pendant lights above dinning and kitchen tables.

This trend is popular because hanging light bulb pendant lights will add more light to any space, which is important when selling a home, and new light fixtures will also help a home to…

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Future location of 60-story tower off Rainey Street in Austin

( Villas On Town Lake - Proposed Location For 60-Story Mixed-Use Tower In Austin)

 

There’s no denying that Austin Texas is changing and within the next few years we could see the skyline change again if a proposed two story, mixed-use 60-story tower project is built on Rainey Street in Austin.

When it’s finished the 60-story tower will be the biggest building in Austin and it will contain 440 luxury apartments, office space plus there will also be a second tower with 200 hotel rooms and 200 condos.

About This Project

Rainey Street has undergone a major transformation since it was zoned as part of Austin’s business district in 2004 and since then we’ve seen a once sleepy neighborhood transformed into a thriving community with…

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If you’re a Millennial (18-34), and you want to live in Austin Texas, one of the top destinations for you to consider is Rainey Street.

Although it’s officially identified as an “historic district”, Rainey Street in Austin Texas has a young vibe because it’s been a primary destination for Millennials in recent years who are attracted to the cool bungalow style homes, bars like Austin’s Container Bar, and so much more.

Get To Know Rainey Street

Rainey Street has 31 buildings that were built in the 1930’s, and it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the 1980’s.

Since 2004 Rain Street Austin has seen a major overhaul and the area has turned from being a sleepy neighborhood, to a thriving part of Austin, especially since…

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