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12612 Tierra Grande
12612 TIERRA GRANDE TRL, AUSTIN, TX 78732
MLS #: 5296150
$319,900 – Active – 18 Days on Market
House for Sale in River Dance Ph 04, Steiner Ranch, in Austin, Texas
Bedrooms:3Bathrooms:2Square Ft:2045Acres:0.203Garages:2Year Built:2009
For a more detailed listing of this property, please visit:
http://www.realtyaustin.com/idx/homes/texas/austin/78732/12612-tierra-grande-trl/5296150.html
6213 TASAJILLO TRAIL AUSTIN, TX 78739
$279,900 – Active – 62 Days on Market
House for Sale in Park West At Circle C Ph 01, in Austin, Texas
Bedrooms:3Bathrooms:2Square Ft:1985Acres:0.157Garages:2Year Built:1999
MLS #: 5879047
Extraordinary & Exquisite! Most “Distinct” home in ParkWest. UPGRADES GALORE $89k Worth, Beautiful Brazilian Hard Wood Floors throughout including Master, beds: 2 & 3, upgraded Travertin Tile Kitchen & wet areas, Gorgeous Granite Countertops, Tile backsplash, Under Cabinet Windows kitchen, Recessed Lights, Custom Built out Fireplace w/ Stone, Custom Stone Bar in kitchen, NEW water heater, Gated Community, Covered porch w/ tile. Minutes to pool school & shopping. Looking in Circle C Best Buy under $300k!
West 6th St. Living at it’s Best – 606 West Lynn St #5
Austins Rock’in Realtor Matthew Layman presents another new listing at 606 West Lynn St #5 Austin TX 78703. At the corner of West Lynn and West 6th Street. Downtown Austin living at it’s finest:
This Special Loft has lots of character and is a must see if your looking for a downtown or urban Condo in the 78703 area.
- 606 West Lynn St #5 Austin, TX 78703 MLS # 5185433
- 946 Sq Ft Priced at $244,900
- Charming 1 Bed
- 1.5 Baths
- Beautiful Wood Floors throughout downstairs
- Imported Italian Tile in the Kitchen and Bathrooms
- Pounded Pewter Sink in the hall bath downstairs
- Fire-Place
- 2-story Plantation Shutters ($8,000)
- 2 huge Walk-in Closets
- 2 Patios on the main level. One is covered providing nice shade
- Downtown Views from Loft space upstairs
- Zilker Park views facing out the South Windows – Amazing views of the Christmas lights on the Zilker tree during the Holiday Season
- Plenty of Storage in the attic and closets
- Pool on Property
- Walk to everything: Enjoy the convenience of all the West Lynn Treats such as: Galaxy Cafe, Caffe Medici, Zocalo Cafe, Dry Cleaners, Pharmacy, and Also West 6th St: Third Base Bar and Grill, Whole-Foods, Z-Tejas, Donn’s Depot, Amy’s Ice Cream, Yoga, West 6th Bar District and many other fine Austin establishments.
- Built in 1979 – West End Condos
- Austin ISD
606 West Lynn St #5 Austin TX 78703 MLS # 5185433
606 West Lynn #5 Austin TX
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
606 West Lynn #5 Austin, TX - Matthew C. Layman Austin's Rock 'in Realtor ®
Beautiful views of Downtown Austin Skyline...
If you have any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment to tour this lovely condo that is listed at 606 West Lynn St #5 Austin, TX 78703 MLS # 5185433 or any others in the downtown Austin and surrounding areas, please give me a call anytime at 512.771.0754 or email me at: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com Matthew is your local Neighborhood Expert for the West Lynn & West 6th Street downtown Condo market.
If you are looking to relocate to the Austin downtown Condo scene, Austin, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Round Rock, or Pflugerville areas ask me for the Austin Texas relocation package and I will gladly email you a copy and greater Austin newcomer guide magazine for free.
I look forward to hearing from you soon. Feel free to call me today to schedule a tour of this “Rock ‘in downtown Austin Condo” within the West End Condos at the corner of West 6th Street and West Lynn. This beautiful 1 Bed/2bath LOFT has everything that you would ever want or need . If you would like more information or pictures regarding this unique Condo– I’m just a phone call away. Call now to schedule a private showing….
Keep Austin Rock ‘in,
Matthew C. Layman
Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor®
http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
cell: 512.771.0754
https://twitter.com/#!/matthewclayman
Attention Sellers! Buyers Bypass ‘Fixer-Upper,’ Want Move-in Ready
Attention Sellers!!
Please read this article below that I found on Realtor.Org. It’s so important to follow these basic guidelines. A lot of times the selling of your home happens to be your largest asset or at least one of the top three if you have built up enough equity. I’m first going to share my “thoughts and feelings” on this subject and share a list of important bullet points to review before the article so enjoy 
Warning: Do NOT be penny smart and dollar stupid!
Example: If your selling a $200,000k house and you don’t spend $500 to $2,000 to fix up your home you are doing just that. In this “buyers” market you must make your home stand out. You can’t ignore cosmetic or structural issues or it will cost you buyers and good offers. If you are selling your house for $200,000k and let’s say you owe $140,000. Note: Make sure you get some HUD estimates from a title company before you list your home so you know how much you will “net” on your house when you go to sell it. So you decide to spend some money to get your house “Move-In Ready” you are then dollar smart! Congratulations your putting yourself and your listing in a #winning position. In this current market a house in Austin or surrounding areas that’s in great shape, move-in/show ready, and priced right will most likely receive offers and a contract within 5 to 10% below list price. That’s a conservative number … if your in a rock ‘in neighborhood in central Austin or south central Austin like Tarrytown, Travis Heights, So-Co, Hyde Park, and other hot trendy neighborhoods you might receive full-list offers. The further out you live typically those numbers begin to change and against you. Back to my story so you list your house for $200k, you owe $140k, it’s “Move-In” ready so you receive an offer in the $180’s and you finally reach an agreement at $190,000. So sales price of: $190,000 – (minus) closing costs of 7.5% $14,250 will = (equals) $175,750 — So $175,750 – (minus) $140,000 (remaining debt balance from what you owe the bank) = (equals) $35,750. Id say your #winning Keep in mind “closing costs” will very from listing contract to listing contract… sometimes its 6.5% sometimes it could be high as 8% or more… a number of scenarios and situations come in play.
Example #2: Let’s say you decided to be “Penny Smart and Dollar Stupid” (sorry if this isn’t politically correct – I’m very Open & Direct and you deserve a Realtor ® who will be – the last thing you need is a shy, timid Realtor ® who is afraid to really tell you like it is) and you don’t fix up your house. You don’t take care of the list of items below and your house goes on the market “just as” …. your house will most likely sit for longer than 120-150 days, you will receive little showings, little interest, and most likely LOW Ball offers!! #losing Because you decided against spending $500 to $1,000/$2,000 in fixing up your place. It now cost you $10,000, $20,000, $30,000k or more in losses!!! That could have been money that went in your pocket on the back end but you were to cheap to on the front end. Yes I just said it cheap. I hope I made you smile and laugh during this process…. I’ve injected my personality and humor into this so please loosen up if you were offended.
Note: Lot’s of different scenarios come into play when selling your home like Location, Age, Unique Features, Size, School Districts, Neighborhood, Amenities, and most importantly PRICE! At the end of the day – Price will be your best friend or worst enemy. A market will not lie, if your “priced right” in any market your home will sell. But that will also depend on how much equity you have in your home and the other scenarios involved like are you moving-up, cashing out, etc.
When getting your house ready to put on the market here is your To Do List:
- Painting: Either touch-up or repainting of the walls
- De-Clutter: If you don’t use it every single day it’s got to go. Put it in storage or throw it away.
- If your house is several years old the outside might be in need of a power washing to remove water stains, mud daubers, bee hives, mold and mildew, the driveway to remove oil and gas stains, decks and patios to give it a fresh new look. I would recommend 512 Power Washing for professional service and affordable pricing: http://www.facebook.com/512powerwashingandhomeservices or 512powerwashing@gmail.com (mention this blog and my name to receive a 15% discount off services, I know the owners and will hook you up!)
- fix any holes, scrapes or damaged walls
- make sure all your windows and doors work correctly, open and close smoothly
- clean your windows
- If your front door looks weathered – paint or reseal it
- Fix any leaking toilets
- Replace all your burnt out light bulbs
- Replace any cracked or broken windows
- Seal all counter-tops, shower windows, doors, etc.
- Remove any mold or mildew in the bathrooms and showers
- Fix any uneven surfaces or counter-tops
- If your dog, cat, mountain lion, or cougar ate, ripped, or destroyed something – fix it.
- Don’t forget curb appeal – clean your landscape beds, pull weeds, remove leaves, trim bushes, edge your beds, trim your trees, put down fresh mulch, plant some flowers, water your grass – make sure it’s green, if your house doesn’t win “Best in Show” on the outside against all the other homes in the neighborhood … make it because your turning away potential buyers
- Hire a licensed Inspector and get your home Pre-Inspected! This is a 50/50% option half of my sellers take advantage of. It’s an added expense, because typically this is a buyers expense that they incur during the ‘option-period’ but having your home pre-inspected and having all those small or big items addressed will give you an upper hand and a marketing advantage. I use and recommend to all my clients: Austin Home Inspection Team – ask for Michael 512.773.2773 or Michael@austinhomeinspectionteam.com
In this market you need every “advantage” you can get …… remember even the littlest of things can scare away buyers like bugs… spiders, ants, scorpions, dead or alive this will scare away potential buyers. Also make sure your home stays clean and show ready at all times. Hire a professional maid service once or twice a month to make sure your home shows the best if you and or your partner can’t manage the upkeep.
One sellers tip I like to give is make sure your house “sounds and smells” nice … if you happen to be home and you get a call from a Realtor ® who wants to show your property make sure you turn on the radio or house music system before you….. something soft and relaxing. No heavy metal or rap now…. haha cause then you might scare them away. But music can be a powerful advantage to selling your home along with nice warm inviting smells. Candles and air fresheners work wonders. But nothing over the top – a simple inviting smell like lavender, lemons, or cinnamon should do the trick. Also take down those family photos and religious symbols as you want your client “envisioning” themselves living inside your home … not pushing them away. Family Photos and religious symbols might detour your potential buyer.
Last but not least…. a home staging company might be what the Doctor ordered. Sometimes that’s the missing piece or element – call The Stage Coach 512.670.8295 or online at www.stagecoachtexas.com “Austin’s Home Staging Handyman!”
Here is the article from Realtor.Org
Buyers Bypass ‘Fixer-Upper,’ Want Move-in Ready
“More buyers are shunning “as-is” properties in favor of homes that are in move-in condition, according to real estate professionals and recent surveys.
For example, a Coldwell Banker survey recently found that 87 percent of first-time buyers say they desire a “move-in” ready home.
“This is absolutely the story of this market. It seems buyers will pay a premium, engage in a bidding war, and even overpay just to avoid buying a ‘project’ house,” says Beth Freed of Terrie O’Connor REALTORS® in Ridgewood, N.J.
As such, real estate pros are advising their sellers to fix up their homes for quicker sales. “There is no question homes that have been spruced up for the market sell quicker,” says Kate Conover with RE/MAX in Saddle River, N.J.
That doesn’t mean major, costly renovations that sellers won’t likely get back on the sale price either, she says. Instead of a major kitchen or bath renovation, just repainting the home or removing the clutter can go a long way in freshening up a home. Also, don’t forget about curb appeal: Freshen up the flowerpots, trim the bushes, and paint the front door, if it’s starting to show wear and tear.
Also with buyers wanting “move-in” ready homes, real estate pros say it’s crucial that sellers address any major maintenance and safety issues—such as leaky roofs—before the home even goes on the market.” —- End of Article —-
Right now it’s a “buyers” market even in Austin which has one of the strongest markets in the country. Attention Buyers: Depending on the area, the neighborhood, the size of square feet, and condition of the home will depend on the percentage discount you will receive off the list price. Each neighborhood in Austin is different. Give me a call let me do some searches and run some comps (Competitive Market Analysis) to see what the prices are going for with the homes and neighborhoods that catch your attention. If you are living in Austin and looking to either purchase as a first time home buyer or looking to move-up give me a call at 512.771.0754. I would love to help you find your next dream home. And as a seasoned negotiating expert I have the background, experience, and skill level to deliver you the best sales price possible. In this market you can’t have a timid Realtor or you will get crushed and pay way too much … you need a seasoned expert that can put the hammer down!
Have a Rock ‘in Day,
Matthew C. Layman
Austins Rock ‘in Realtor ®
Cell: 512.771.0754
http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
https://twitter.com/#!/matthewclayman
Austin Texas Homes, LLC
What makes Austin ….. Austin?!?!
Have you ever wondered what makes Austin……. Austin?!?! I have! So what is Austin’s unique equation? This is (distilled!) result of over a year’s worth of conversations and research distilled into a simple expression: Experience + Community = Scene.
Cities that have what I call Unique Ambition are:
- Boston: be smart
- Silicon Valley: be powerful
- Berkeley: live well
- NYC: be rich
- LA: be famous
- DC: be an insider
- Austin?
We have all heard Austin, TX described as: Keep Austin Weird, Live Music Capital of the World, an Open City …….
What makes Austin, TX uniquely Austin is it’s powerful social exchange!!! The scenes that make Austin are….
- Music
- Film
- Leadership
- Spirituality
- Entrepreneurship
- Fitness
- Sustainability
- Interactive
- Social Innovation
- and much more
what does all this add up to? Austin is the BE YOURSELF CITY!!! I can attest to that. When I started to follow my heart & passion a few years ago and “jump” head first into real-estate I told myself I wouldn’t be that average boring square pants Realtor ®. I would be ME!!! I’m Passionate, Unique, Driven, I’m part businessman, part nature boy …. I love music, art, fashion … I like to dress the way I want to dress! Some days I’ll throw on a suit and wear my favorite pair of chucks (converse shoes) or other days I will be wearing a comfortable pair of linen shorts or pants and a golf shirt!
I would fully commit to the person that I am and step into my Destiny …. just being me and allowing Austin to except me for me… nothing more … nothing less …. I am a faithful friend, Austin’s rock’in realtor, energetic entrepreneur, marketing maverick, passionate person, fitness fanatic, lover of life … and overall cool dude! The beauty of that experience is the city accepted me for who I am …. for what I am. And Austin will accept you for who you are …. if you want to have a tattoo, rock a mo-hawk, dye your hair pink, or wear a business suit …. Austin and it’s citizens will accept you for you … as we are the BE YOURSELF CITY!!! No judgment just acceptance!
People from all over the world are drawn and attracted to Austin because of it’s high quality of life but people also come because on a subconscious level they know they can just BE! How refreshing and empowering is that!!!
Austin is that city where your DREAMS come to LIFE! Where you truly live your dream life and career! You get to help people, make a good living, follow your passions and interests, give back to your community, and you are allowed to be yourself all at the same time without ever having to SELL out!
Watch this awesome video called: The Austin Equation by Bijoy Goswami
If your thinking about visiting Austin because you are attracted to this uplifting city motto: BE YOURSELF CITY - and interested in getting a closer look at the local real estate market because you seriously considering a move or relocating- I would love to be your Tour Guide & Ambassador to this special place on earth so please give me a call to set up an appointment to tour this wonderful place we call heaven cell: (512) 771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com Come plant your roots in Austin …we would love to have you!
If you are all ready living in this Rock ‘in town we call Austin and looking to become a first time home buyer or looking to move up give me a call. I would love to assist in helping you find your next dream home.
Keep Austin Rock’in,
Matthew C. Layman
Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor
http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
cell: 512.771.0754
The quality of life is what attracts new-comers to Austin
The quality of life is what attracts new-comers to Austin, TX
A cool map of Austin, TX
Music: No matter how many things you’ve heard about the music scene in Austin, you can’t visualize its full depth and breadth. More than 150 venues offer regular musical sets. At any given time, more than 3,000 musical acts navigate this maze, and public places are a magnet for live music. Almost across the board it’s a consistently high level of musicianship that twice a year peaks in mammoth festivals: South by Southwest (SXSW) in the spring and Austin City Limits Music Festival in the fall. The SXSW Conference & Festival offer the unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. It’s a unique environment and experience and could only happen in Austin. You have a chance to discovery the hottest up and coming bands and artists that are coming out of the music world, you also get to gaze your eyes on some killer independent films that are on display, and take a bath in the latest innovative technologies where the brightest minds in emerging media and industry leaders share visions of the future through the latest digital tools and platforms. The SXSW is dated for March 11-20, 2011. Austin City Limits Music Festival know as ACL is a three day, eight stage event that happens in Austin every fall that will feature over 130 of the hottest and most popular bands and artists from around the world. This year the event will be held on September 16-18th 2011. If you love live music – Austin, TX is for you!
Arts: Second only to music, the arts are ubiquitous in Central Texas. In a select group of cities with professional symphony, opera, ballet, and theater companies, Austin also has benefited as those offerings improved exponentially during the past decades. There’s only one large art museum – the Blanton Museum of Art – but plenty of high-quality galleries and smaller museums. Comedy is red-hot in Austin, with dozens of transient sketch , improv and hybrid comedy troupes winning international fame.
Movies: Austin has been a movie mecca, more or less, for about 20 years. Besides giants like Robert Rodriguez, Mike Judge, Richard Linklater and Elizabeth Avellan, other directors, actors, designers and technicians wander our streets every day. Austin has been nicknamed Hollywood’s third coast and is rumored to be second in movie film and production only to Hollywood. And Austin was also featured #5 out of 10 best cities in the US to live, work, and make movies in 2010. The Alamo Drafthouse phenomenon started here and if you haven’t experienced a movie at the Alamo Drafthouse you must on your next visit. Not only do you get to have the opportunity to view old movie classics but you get to eat, drink and be merry while taking in your favorite cinema. Depend on the good folks with the Austin Film Society, Austin Film Festival, SXSW film festival and other hyperactive groups to keep this city cranking out the films. The most recent box office hits: Machete and Predators were both filmed in surrounding Austin area, Bastrop, and film/edited at Robert Rodriguez studio named Troublemaker Studios located in the Mueller master plan community of Austin which is located right off I-35 five minutes from downtown Austin.
Alamo Draft House
Nightlife: As money poured into Austin during the past two or three booms, club scenesters multiplied the “going out” options. Ultra-lounges were all the rage a couple of years ago. Now the night tribes follow celebrity party planners, social media mavens, and mixologists sparking the next cocktail revolution. Newer entertainment districts include West Sixth Street, East E. Sixth Street and Rainey Street. If your looking for a point in the right direction I would be glad to share with you some of my favorite nightlife spots from pure clubs, to outside roof top bars, to lounges, to old gutted houses turned into a chill scene to meet friends for drinks after a long day of work.
West 6th Street - visit Dogwood & Molotov I know the owners!
Sports: In Austin, sports count as entertainment. Especially the University of Texas Longhorns on any field of action. They’ve been joined recently by superior minor-league teams, such as the Round Rock Express, Austin Toros, Texas Stars and the amazing freshman Austin Aztex. The University of Texas has an impressive winning record when it comes to Football, Basketball, & Baseball. The teams each respectively are always in the top 5 or 10 in the nation year in and year out. Which is very impressive considering it’s tough to keep that level of consistency going in a college program. Add to that fast-expanding local sports bar phenoms, such as Third Base, Bikinis, Cover 3, and Cuatros.
Sytle: Not long ago, the only fashion show in town was staged annually by the UT design program. Now it seems models walk the runway every night of the week. The presence of powerful national stores (Neiman Marcus, Saks, etc.) helps, but more influential are the masses of designers and boutiques that make up the backbone of the Austin fashion scene. If you are in Austin on a first Thursday – take in the sights and sounds of south Congress as all the local boutiques open up for extended hours to show off their latest fashion forward designs, sales, along with offering up cool music by some of the hottest Austin DJ’s, and delicious food and drinks.
Food: When asked what they do for entertainment, Austintes often say: “Eat out.” As you will soon discover, dining in Austin often comes with a dash of design, music, comedy, or film. Austin is home to the most restaurants and bars per capita than any other American city! So take it all in!
If your thinking about visiting Austin because you are attracted to the quality of life that this city offers - and interested in getting a closer look at the local real estate market because you seriously considering a move or relocating- please give me a call to set up an appointment to tour this wonderful place we call heaven cell: (512) 771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com If you are all ready living in this Rock ‘in town we call Austin and looking to become a first time home buyer or looking to move up give me a call I would love to assist you find your next dream home.
Keep Austin Rock’in,
Matthew C. Layman
Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor
http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
cell: 512.771.0754
Austin, TX ranked #26 most Dynamic City in the WORLD…
The friends and clients who know me well… know that one of my biggest PASSIONS in life is Traveling! Experiencing new places and new cultures. So I was excited to read Derek Thompson article on: 30 Most Dynamic Cities in the World. One thing I wasn’t surprised to read about was that Austin, TX was ranked #26 most Dynamic City in the World and the only city featured from the United States. If you are one of the lucky few who call Austin, Texas home and are currently not a proud home-owner you might want to take a serious look at making that next step towards the American Dream and Financial Freedom. Owning Real Estate is the foundation to building long term wealth. So taking ownership of a home or an investment property in ONE of the most Dynamic Cities in the World would be considered a smart play. No matter what happens to the economy people will always need a roof over their heads.
“If you have played Monopoly as a kid why not play Monopoly as an adult and this time play the game to WIN!” -Matthew Layman
We don’t always know what the market will do … it might go up or it might go down, but in the long-term its a safe bet that real estate prices in Austin will continue to rise …. especially now that week after week and month after month a new publication comes out talking about how cool Austin, TX is! I can attest to this because in the last two months I have been working with a hand full of International buyers from all over the world: Germany, Canada, India, and Singapore. They all said the same thing: “We keep hearing great things about Austin so we had to come check it out and see for ourselves!”
Austin TX Matthew C Layman Realtor
Austin TX Matthew C Layman Realtor
#26:: Austin, TX
“There’s only one American city on this list, and you shouldn’t be surprised it’s in Texas. Austin has benefited from a shallow recession and quick recovery throughout the Lone Star State, in addition to steady state money supporting government and education jobs in the state capital. A robust high-tech sector has also helped the city withstand the vicissitudes of the housing market and energy prices.
Here’s the link to the article: http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2010/12/30-most-dynamic-cities-in-the-world/67234/
What is the most dynamic city in the post-recession world? The surprising answer is Istanbul, according to a new report that shows the developing world is leading the way out of the Great Recession.” Derek Thompson
I’ve been lucky as I started traveling Internationally at a very young age so I was exposed to lots of different cultures and experiences and so it’s shaped me to become the man I am today. I’m not just an American, or a boy born in Virginia, or a businessman in Texas… I am a citizen of the world. My vision and culture interests have always been BIG … Internationally big. That’s why I love working with all kinds of real estate clients from all over the world as it gives me another opportunity to meet new friends and to learn more about different cultures.
I was excited to see that I’ve been to and experienced several cities on the top #30 Most Dynamic Cities in the World:
#27 Montreal, Canada – that city won my heart with it’s beautiful French influence … I felt like I was in Europe. The food and music was amazing. I loved the french accents – especially when the women spoke to me. Last time I was in Montreal was with my Mom, Dad, and two brothers. I’m ready to go back and experience Montreal as a Man in my 30’s … not just a boy at 14 years old. I’ll have a deeper understanding and appreciation this time to the arts, music, and history.
#25 Sao Paulo, Brazil – a very large city, great place to do business, but when I visited I felt it had lots of pollution, very dirty, and poverty was a problem.
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
#10 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil – Ahhh Rio ….. my favorite city in the world so far! It captured my heart when I was still just a boy at 19 years old. The beautiful beaches, mountains that run right up to the coast-line, the culture, passion for dance, arts, music, the food is just delicious, and can’t forget about the women…. beautiful and sophisticated. I’m ready to go back to experience Carnival … I’ve heard the city lights up for a week and is one big holiday celebration/party that ends on Fat Tuesday.
In all my International travels I always pick up a painting because I believe it’s important to learn from other cultures and art work is a great way to remember a special trip. Every time I walk into my bedroom and look above my bed I see a painting of Rio and the Copacabana Beach (one of the 10 most famous beaches in the world), the statue of Jesus that sits on over looking Rio along with a beautiful sunset…. the painting will take your breathe away. I bought it from a local street artist. It’s simple to be sophisticated and it can be accomplished without being super wealthy.
I love this quote from Jim Rohn on culture and sophistication:
“Money doesn’t make you sophisticated. Only study and practice make you sophisticated. Even people of modest means can become sophisticated because it is within study and practice. How much is a night out at the symphony? About thirty dollars. You say, “Poor people can’t afford thirty dollars to go to the symphony.” Yes, they can. It’s only thirty Hershey bars!” - Jim Rohn
Looking at the List of #30 Most Dynamic Cities in the World – which places have you visited and experienced? Please share your travels and stories…..as I would love to hear from you.
If you live in Austin, TX and looking to become a first-time home owner, looking to move up, or needing to sell please get in contact with me and I will help you anyway I can. If you are thinking about relocating to Austin, TX to live in the #26 most Dynamic City in the World 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 am here to help. 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 at: http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
-Matthew
Austin’s #1 Rock’in Realtor
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New Homes coming to Harris Branch
Harris Branch #1 Neighborhood Expert & Austin’s Rockin’ Realtor Matthew Layman takes time out to share with you a new project by K B Homes called Parkside at Harris Branch. This project is currently under construction and has a ways to go.
If you would like more information about this new K B Homes project called Parkside at Harris Branch or any other homes for sale within Harris Branch please contact Matthew directly at 512.771.0754 or mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
Matthew is the leading real estate agent and neighborhood expert within Harris Branch and really has the pulse of what’s going on within this lovely Austin neighborhood. So make sure you subscribe to his blog and youtube channel to get the latest real estate news and information happening in and around you.
Keep Austin Rockin’
Matthew C. Layman
Cell: 512-771-0754
mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
https://twitter.com/matthewclayman
Realtor, Austin Texas Homes LLC.
Tanglewood Oaks Home for Sale – 3004 Cohoba Drive Austin, TX
We have a New Listing in the desirable Tanglewood Oaks section of Cherry Creek. The home is located at 3004 Cohoba Drive Austin, TX 78748. This charming south Austin gem is a rare 3 bedroom/3 bath home.
Priced at $189,000 the home at 3004 Cohoba Drive features some outstanding features and upgrades, including:
* 3 bedroom / 3 bath
* Built in 1998 has 1,555 sq ft.
* 2 stories
* Kept in great condition, this charming home has a vaulted ceiling in the family room which makes for a dynamic living space.
* Architectural design has great character
* Beautiful landscaping yard, well maintained
UPGRADES GALORE:
* Brand New Roof April 2010
* Granite Countertops in the kitchen
* Tile in Kitchen & Front Hall
* Stainless steel dishwasher & fridge
* Upgraded faucets/fixtures
* Dark rich 2″ faux blinds
* Sprinkler System (1 yr old)
* Painted Garage Floor & Overhead adjustable Storage unit.
* Accent Painted Walls
3004 Cohoba Drive Austin TX 78748
Upgraded Granite Countertops
Painted Garage floor & Overhead adjustable storage units
Beautifully landscaped Yard - Crape Myrtles
If you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule an appointment to see this home listed at 3004 Cohoba Drive Austin, TX 78748 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, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Round Rock, or Pflugerville area ask me for the Austin Texas Relocation Package and I will gladly email you a copy for free.
I look forward to hearing from you soon! Feel free to call me today to schedule a tour of this “South Austin Gem” in the Tanglewood Oaks section of Cherry Creek. This beautiful 3 bedroom/3 bath home will not last long. If you would like more pictures or information on this home- I’m just a phone call away.
Have a great one,
Matthew C. Layman
Cell: 512-771-0754
mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
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.
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