Matt Layman
Formula 1 coming to Austin, TX
Formula1 racing is coming to Austin, TX!!!
I can hardly believe it! But it’s true … http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2010/5/10824.html
Austin, TX will serve as the the host city of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix from 2012 through 2021.
What are your thoughts on the Formula 1 Grand Prix coming to Austin,TX? Good or Bad?
Personally I am in favor of the Formula 1 Grand Prix event coming to our beloved city. I believe this will have a huge positive impact on the local economy, jobs, growth, construction, real estate values, travel, etc.
I do know a local developer who showed the East Austin land back in 2008 for a mega complex said Austin race mastermind Tavo Hellmund planned for a mixed-use development that would most likely incorporate clean tech and high-performance research and development hubs. Along with office and hospitality development. I do know the long term goal for F1 racing is electric power ….. it’s the wave of the future! Hellemund had a vision to build the track along with a development center that would hold high-performance battery and fuel cell researchers. If that is the case I’m all for it 110%!!! Austin is leading the green building movement we might as well lead the formula1 race car industry as well.
Now is a great time to invest in Austin, TX real estate!!! With low interest rates … now is the time to be buying. This city has every ingredient to double in size over the next ten to fifteen years …
If you are thinking about relocating to Austin, TX and interested in learning more about the Austin, TX Real Estate market feel free to give me a call at 512.771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com anytime. I will be glad to assist you with any of your real estate needs. To stay up on the Latest Rockin’ News & Real Estate News in Austin subscribe to my blog and you will be emailed every time I make a new post: http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
from the article:
Mr. Hellmund added: “This is a case of the right timing in the right place. As many Americans know, Austin has earned a reputation as one of the ‘it’ cities in the United States. Austin features that rare combination of ideal geographic location and beauty. Its fine dining, world-renowned hospitality and excellent transportation infrastructure make Austin ideally suited to host and manage an event of this magnitude. Few cities if any in America could rival the connectivity of all the key elements needed for hosting a Formula 1 event as well as Austin. Now, many people around the world will have the opportunity to experience a world-class event, facility and city.”
“We are pleased Texas has the opportunity to be involved with Formula 1 and that an event of this magnitude is coming to Austin,” said Susan Combs, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. “It has been a pleasure working with Full Throttle Productions, LP and Mr. Hellmund on this project. Their tradition of producing successful major events coupled with a thirty year relationship with Mr. Ecclestone has us looking forward to this worldwide event and the benefits it will bring, including local job creation, increased tourism and a significant economic impact added to our state economy. The visibility and prestige of this event will spotlight our state on an international stage.”
Texas Governor Rick Perry conveyed his enthusiasm for the project, explaining “Texas’ relatively strong economy continues to draw both national and international attention and I commend Comptroller Combs for her work in bringing this exciting event to the Lone Star State.”
City of Austin Mayor Lee Leffingwell continued the positive sentiments, adding “The City of Austin will be proud to host this magnificent event and I look forward to welcoming the participants and fans of Formula One to our City.”
Full Throttle Productions, LP acknowledges with great appreciation the efforts of all parties involved including Bernie Ecclestone, President and CEO of the Formula One Group, and the local and state officials of Texas.
“It has been a shared vision and monumental task to reach this agreement. We realize that over the last 30 years there have been one or two missing pieces from the previous editions of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix™. We have a tremendous opportunity at hand to do it right – to feature Austin as the backdrop and produce the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix™ as one of the great sporting events in the world,” stated Hellmund.
In addition to the State of Texas being the 11th strongest economy in the world, it has more Fortune 500 company headquarters than any other state. Key features of Austin include:
- State capital nicknamed ‘Silicon Hills’ for being one of the most important regions in the US for the Technology Industry;
- USA’s 15th largest city and is located 145 miles from Houston (4th largest US city), 70 miles from San Antonio (7th largest US city), and 180 miles from Dallas (8th largest US city), population in this triangle is over 22 million;
- perfectly located geographically for North, South and Central American visitors;
- over 130 daily departing international flights within 180 miles;
- over 250,000 hotel rooms within 180 miles;
- desirable year-round climate, with an average annual temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 Celsius);
- geographically located in the Texas Hill Country, easily the most beautiful city in the State, and considered one of the most in the US;
- hotels/downtown/Formula 1 circuit/airport located within close proximity of each other, which is nearly impossible for any other large city in the US;
- world class night life entertainment along renowned ‘Sixth Street’; and
- large film industry presence – many movies filmed in the area.
Austin’s National Recognition
- Known as “The Live Music Capital of the World”
- Voted “Greenest City in America” (MSN)
- Voted “Least Stressful Large Metro” in the United States (Forbes)
- Voted Top Two “Best Cities” in the United States (Money Magazine)
- Voted Top Three “Hippest Cities” in the United States (Forbes)
- Voted Top Five “Safest Cities” in the United States (Forbes)
- Voted Top Ten “Sports & Fitness Cities” in the USA (Sports Business Journal)
Full Throttle Productions, LP is an Austin, Texas, special event and sports production company that provides event conception, event project management, day of event oversight, staffing and volunteer services, venue planning and logistics support.
More information on the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix™ will be forthcoming shortly. In the meantime, all queries should be directed to info@fullthrottleproductionslp.com.
Austin, TX in the News Again! Austin ranks high on ‘Quality of Life’ …
Austin is in the news again! Austin ranks high on ‘Quality of Life’
http://austin.bizjournals.com/austin/stories/2010/05/24/daily8.html
When you click on the article you will be able to click on a really cool interactive chart.
Austin has had strong population growth, 32 percent since 2000, also helped in overall ranking, as well as a comparatively high percent walking to work , 7.1 percent.
When YOU think of ‘Quality of Life’ … what characteristics come to mind? If you had to name out or list ten things that really stand out to you … that would give you that quality of life that we all seek and desire what would those be?
I want to hear from you.
It feels good to call Austin home. I’m proud to be a resident of Austin, TX for over ten years now and going on eleven. Wow does time fly when you are having fun!
If you are thinking about relocating to Austin, TX and interested in learning more about the Austin, TX Real Estate market feel free to give me a call at 512.771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com anytime. I will be glad to assist you with any of your real estate needs. If you have questions or just wanting to get some feedback I will be glad to help anyway I can. To stay up on the Latest Rockin’ News & Real Estate News in Austin subscribe to my blog and you will be emailed every time I make a new post: http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
Dog LoVinG City! “Ruff-Ruff” Austin was just named the 3rd most Dog-Friendly City
Austin was just named the 3rd most dog-friendly city in America according to a DogFriendly.com listing of cities with pet-accommodating transportation, parks, attractions, stores and dining. Don’t take my word for it go here http://austin.bizjournals.com/austin/stories/2010/05/17/daily7.html?surround=lfn
Austinites – What is your favorite Dog friendly spot to take your pup? My top 3 are: Town Lake, Barton Springs the free side that’s dog friendly, and of course Freddie’s Place!!! I have many more …but didn’t want to take up half the page! haha …
If you have a free day or afternoon … where are some of the cool spots that you take your pup to play? Or your favorite hiking trails?
If you are thinking about relocating to Austin, TX and interested in learning more about the Austin, TX Real Estate market feel free to give me a call at 512.771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com anytime. I will be glad to assist you with any of your real estate needs. If you have questions or just wanting to get some feedback I will be glad to help anyway I can. If you have questions regarding your dog or pup … and what Austin could bring for them I would be glad to share my experience so that It may help you in your new transition. Remember Austin Loves Dogs! To stay up on the Latest Rockin’ New & Real Estate News in Austin subscribe to my blog and you will be emailed every time I make a new post: http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
I will leave with a picture of my Dog Maximus when he was a puppy … we were catching some sun down at Town Lake (Lake Austin) enjoying a relaxing spring afternoon!
Maximus catching some Sun @ Town Lake
Daily Juice of Inspiration: F-E-A-R
Here is Today’s Daily Juice of Inspiration: From the great Dale Carnegie. We all know the acronym for fear is right
F alse
E vidence
A ppearing
R eal
Go out and conquer your Fear today! Keep Rockin’
“You can conquer almost any fear if you will make up your mind to do so. For remember, fear doesn’t exist anywhere except in the mind.”
Dale Carnegie
1888-1955, Author and Speaker
Yummy Torchy’s Tacos!
Hey Gang…. I was at the South Austin Trailer Park Hideout located on South 1st last week which is another unique 512 staple. I happened to be in the neighborhood looking at homes for sale for a buyer client of mine and decided I was going to eat lunch at one of south Austin’s delicious hidden gems. Torchy’s has some of the most amazing tacos on the planet ….. but don’t take my word for it… try it yourself. If you haven’t visited the South Austin Trailer Park Hideout yet… you must…. it features several delicious Austin eats & cool treats.
Yummy Torchy’s Tacos: 
If I inspire you to visit Torchy’s to experience their tacos first hand then please email me and let me know what your favorite taco was on the menu. Or if you have all ready experienced these delicious tacos then please share below in the comments which were your FAV tacos on the menu. I would love to hear from you and get your feedback and opinions. If you are visiting for the first time please let them know Matthew Austin’s Rockin’ Reatlor sent you. 
In Austin we do what’s cool … we support local businesses … and that is what gave Austin the cool slogan: Keep Austin Weird. And if you didn’t know that cool history fact then now you know. For more info on the yummy Torchy’s Tacos visit: http://www.torchystacos.com/
For more information about homes for sale in south Austin, TX around South 1st, South Congress (So-Co) areas or downtown condos please feel free to drop me an email or give me a call. I would be happy to answer any questions you might have about Austin, TX or any of these cool markets. The ‘Quality of Life’ that everyone is searching for is very hard to beat here in beautiful Austin, TX and it’s why so many wonderful people call this place home.
If you live in one of these beautiful areas and in the need of a professional realtor to market and sell your home I would be happy in sharing with you my unique marketing platform that brings in qualified buyers from offline and online avenues. Ask me how all my listings average a time line of 45 days or less from listing agreement to receipted contract.
If you haven’t been to Torchy’s Tacos yet …. then make sure you go this week! Your tummy & taste buds will thank you. Until next time…..
Keep Austin Rockin’
Matthew C. Layman
Cell: 512-771-0754
mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
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Friday Story: The Big Deal – That Shouldn’t Have Been ….
I wanted to share this amazing story of integrity. This is a perfect example of being a class act. This pure example of integrity is very hard to find these days in the society that we live in. We see bankers lying, we CEO’s from Goldman Sachs saying they do God’s work as they steal from the poor and middle class of America so they can give huge bonuses to thieves on Wall-Street. We see the three responsible parties involving the Gulf Coast oil spill and everyone of them are playing the blame game on Capital Hill…… it’s truly sad. So with all the lack of integrity in the world today when we see it shining example we need to point it out. Read Brian Davis story below, he’s a PGA golfer and what happened to him last week is worth your time reading even if you hate the game of golf. If you were in Brian’s shoes and had the chance to win your first PGA tour golf tournament, be crowned champion, and take home $411,000k in earnings would you take that away from yourself over a slight error that no one else saw? The best example of integrity is what do you do when nobody’s watching! Here is your Friday Story and it’s on Integrity …. be encouraged!
Keep Rockin,
Matthew
Here is your Friday story,
The Big Deal – That Shouldn’t Have Been
The “big deal” in this case has nothing to do with Goldman Sachs, Wall Street, health care, or government bailouts. It did involve money, though, and that is part of the reason it made headlines. A couple of weeks ago, Brian Davis told the truth, acted with integrity, and forfeited $411,000 in the process.
You likely know the story. It happened during the Verizon Heritage golf tournament. Brian Davis and Jim Furyk were on the first hole of a playoff, after finishing the day with identical scores. Davis had holed a clutch 18-foot putt for birdie on the final hole to force the playoff. But he ran into trouble quickly.
Davis was in a hazard that had clusters of reeds all around. He took his time and pondered his options. Playing a 14-time PGA Tour winner such as Furyk, Davis – who has yet to win a PGA event – needed to make a spectacular shot. He and his caddie looked it over carefully. He struck the ball. Then he immediately called a PGA official named Slugger White to come over. He told him that he might have grazed one of the reeds on his backswing.
Nobody had called it. The officials standing nearby had not seen anything amiss. Jim Furyk had not protested. But Davis, although he hadn’t felt it through the shaft of his club, believed he had seen it out of the corner of his eye.
White went to the TV monitor. The touch between club and reed was so slight that it took slow-motion replay to spot it. But there it was! And PGA Rule 13.4 – which prohibits moving any “impediment” with the start of a player’s backswing – says that a player is to be assessed a two-stroke penalty for such an infraction. And that was the end of Davis’ chance to win his first PGA event.
The honesty of Brian Davis became a “big deal” immediately. In some ways, it overshadowed the tournament outcome. E-mails and phone calls flooded in to Davis. Members of the PGA’s senior tour phoned to thank him for restoring some sense of integrity to their sport. Teachers had students write essays. “He’s class,” said Slugger White of the man he had to penalize, “first class!”
As Davis himself admitted in the aftermath of his action, though, it should not have been a big deal at all. That’s what Rule 13.4 says, and golf is played by rules. Shortcuts, cheating, taking advantage of one’s opponent, winning by doing whatever you must – they are all part of the lore of life these days. But they have no place in a person of character. Davis wants to win, but fair and square.
That there was such a fuss over a golfer doing what he was supposed to do may be a commentary on the low expectations we have of one another.
“Choose a good reputation over great riches; being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold” (Proverbs 22:1 NLT).
Rubel Shelly
Town Lake Living & the Austin Skyline …
Back in late April I was able to take a few hours off from real estate and meet up with some old friends and walk Town Lake in downtown Austin, TX. I brought my dog Maximus (Max) with me so he could enjoy the beautiful weather as well along with the refreshing water. Maximus is quite the water Buffalo or Otter…. he loves playing in the water and getting wet. I’m glad I carried my flip video camera along with me because I decided to film the forever expanding downtown Austin Skyline since I had a perfect view of it from Town Lake. Austin is growing by leaps and bounds especially the downtown Condo scene. Take advantage of the low end price points to buy in to one of many amazing projects. Years from now you will be saying: “I’m so glad I did…… or I wish I did.” Don’t let yourself be apart of the 2nd group.
Completed Projects within Austin, TX
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New Projects Under Development within Austin, TX
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If you have any questions regarding Austin’s Urban or Downtown Condo Market or in the market to purchase a Condo for your homestead or just want a place as your fun weekend retreat, please feel free to give me a call anytime at 512.771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
Your Urban Adventure Awaits,
Matthew
Austin’s #1 Rock’in Condo Realtor @ your Service
Video Home Tour: Harris Branch Home for Sale 11625 Loweswater Lane
Harris Branch Home for Sale Austin, Texas 11625 Loweswater Lane
Priced at $159,500, the home at 11625 Loweswater Lane has some outstanding features, including: * 3 bedrooms with large study perfect for a home office * 2 living and 2 dining rooms, plenty of space to entertain guests * 2 full baths * 2,179 square feet ($73.19 sq ft) * .242 Acre Lot lots of space between you and your neighbors * Built in 1990, 1 owner, well maintained and in Immaculate Condition * Beautiful Street Appeal * *Wow-Za* Beautiful Dark Cherry Hard Wood Floors throughout kept in mint condition * tile in wet areas * Stainless Steel Appliances * New leaded glass front door * Lots of natural light, bright Skylight in the kitchen with an island * big, open floor plan party hosts dream * fireplace * sprinkler system * 4 sides brick (upgraded) * tub and shower
If you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule an appointment to see this home listed at 11625 Loweswater Lane Austin, TX 78754 or any others in the Austin MLS, please give me a call anytime at 512-771-0754 or email mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
If you are looking to relocate to the Austin, Round Rock, or Pflugerville area ask me for the Austin Texas Relocation Package and I will gladly email you a copy. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Your #1 Harris Branch Neighborhood Expert,
Matthew C. Layman
Cell: 512-771-0754
mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
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Price Reduced: Spring Condo Unit #1606 $274,500 – Perfect Urban Retreat for UT Alumni -
Price Reduced: Spring Condo Unit #1606 $274,500 – Perfect Urban Retreat for UT Alumni -
Downtown Austin Condo for Sale – Price Reduced to $274,500 – Now Unit #1606 is the most affordable unit in all of the Spring Condominium located at 300 Bowie Street #1606 Austin, TX.
This beautiful Condo is a perfect weekend getaway for University of Texas Alumni who live outside of the city but who are looking for an Austin urban retreat or someone who loves Austin’s Music, Culture, and Art. With direct access to West 6th street a growing and charming part of Austin’s downtown restaurant and night life, quick access to live music, and only minutes from the University of Texas campus and football stadium. Calling downtown Austin home on the weekends will keep your social life filled with lots of fun and excitement. Enjoy coming to the city for fun weekend getaways like Austin City Limits music festival and UT football games in the Fall, Holiday charity parties in the Winter, SXSW and Texas bluebonnets in the Spring, and many other reasons. Imagine the life-style of living 16 floors up with expansive south west views of the hill country over looking town lake. This particular unit is now the most affordable unit in all of the 42-story luxury high rise at the Spring Tower. Priced under $275,000 on the 16th floor is bargain price considering the same units 5 floors below are selling for more. Unit #1606 also includes a Bosch Stainless steal Refrigerator unlike the other units. Spring Condominiums is located at 3rd and Bowies, just walk across the street to Whole Foods, Starbucks, Amy’s Ice Cream, and many fine retail shops.
Price Reduced: Spring Condo Unit #1606 $274,500 - Perfect Urban Retreat for UT Alumni -
Unit #1606 at 300 Bowie St Features:
- Luxurious One bedroom, one bath
- 565 square feet per tax records
- Complete Bosch kitchen appliance package (stainless steal). Includes Bosch Refrigerator so this Condo is move-in ready!
- Whirpool stack-able Washer and Dryer included
- 16th Floor unit with Premium SW views overlooking the hill country & Town Lake, enjoy incredible sunsets!
- Gas range/cooktop (gas cooking is rare in downtown condos)
- Hardwood and tile flooring with carpet in the bedroom
- Granite Counters
- Glass tile backsplash
- Quick access to downtown for work or play
- Building features rooftop pool, Exercise Room, Jogging/Biking Path, Club House, Elevators
- Amenities include: 2 guests suites, private resident pool, welcoming resident lounge, private dining room and gym
- Assigned Parking
- Direct access to Town Lake, Whole Foods, Starbucks, West 6th St, Long Performing Arts Center, 2nd St. District and much more…
Don’t miss this opportunity to live in the heart of the action, near the hike and bike trail, State Capitol, and the party district, too!
* Unit #1606 is the only unit in the entire Spring Condo’s that comes move-in ready with a Bosch Refrigerator *
If you are interested in setting up an appointment to view this particular unit or have questions about Condos in general in Downtown Austin, please call Matthew C. Layman at 512-771-0754 (cell) or email mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
I’m looking forward to serving your Downtown and Urban life-style needs!
Austins #1 Downtown and Urban Specialist,
Matthew
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Harris Branch Home for Sale – Austin, Texas 11625 Loweswater Lane
We have a New Listing in the Harris Branch Subdivision that shows beautifully well. The home at 11625 Loweswater Lane features beautiful dark cherry hard wood floors throughout kept in mint condition
Harris Branch Home for Sale - Austin, Texas 11625 Loweswater Lane
Priced at $159,500, the home at 11625 Loweswater Lane has some outstanding features, including:
- 3 bedrooms with large study perfect for a home office
- 2 living and 2 dining rooms, plenty of space to entertain guests
- 2 full baths
- 2,179 square feet ($73.19 sq ft)
- .242 Acre Lot – lot’s of space between you and your neighbors
- Built in 1990, 1 owner, well maintained and in Immaculate Condition
- Beautiful Street Appeal
- *Wow-Za* Beautiful Dark Cherry Hard Wood Floors throughout kept in mint condition
- tile in wet areas
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- New leaded glass front door
- Lots of natural light, bright Skylight in the kitchen with an island
- big, open floor plan – party hosts dream
- fireplace
- sprinkler system
- 4 sides brick (upgraded)
- tub and shower
11625 Loweswater Lane features Beautiful Dark Wood Cheery Hard Floors throughout left in mint condition
Open Kitchen, features Island, Stainless Steal Appliances, & Tile in wet areas
Large Study perfect for a home office or library
If you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule an appointment to see this home listed at 11625 Loweswater Lane Austin, TX 78754 or any others in the Austin MLS, please give me a call anytime at 512-771-0754 or email mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
If you are looking to relocate to the Austin, Round Rock, or Pflugerville area ask me for the Austin Texas Relocation Package and I will gladly email you a copy.
I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Your #1 Harris Branch Neighborhood Expert!
Matthew C. Layman
Cell: 512-771-0754
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