Have you recovered from SXSW yet? Took me a few days, but I’m finally back to my old self and just in time too. It’s the weekend again!

If you haven’t gotten your music fill, head down to Continental Club for a night of country and bluegrass music from Carper Family, Whiskey Shivers, The Mastersons.

Get details and check out the bands here

Feeling sluggish from all that drinking and partying and... Full Story

Austin home sales have seen a consistent rise in sales over the last few years which is great news for our economy. The Austin Board of Realtors comes out with monthly figures comparing listing volume, pending volume and sales volume from the previous year.

Based on what I am seeing, the shift is definitely turning the tables making it a seller’s market in certain areas of town. In my neighborhood alone, homes are selling before... Full Story

Austin home sales have seen a consistent rise in sales over the last few years which is great news for our economy. The Austin Board of Realtors comes out with monthly figures comparing listing volume, pending volume and sales volume from the previous year.

Based on what I am seeing, the shift is definitely turning the tables making it a seller’s market in certain areas of town. In my neighborhood alone, homes are selling before... Full Story

This weekend it’s all about the final days of SXSW. Check out the link below for a list of free parties and events:

http://do512.com/c/sx2012/events/all-parties-by-day/2012/03/16?page=1

Have a great weekend!

If you’re from Austin, into music, film or technology you may have heard about a little festival we have here known as SXSW. This combined with Spring Break and the Austin Rodeo makes Austin a city in full swing. Below are a few links with useful information on how to survive the next week.

Enjoy!

A number of streets downtown will be closed to allow for foot traffic... Full Story

New home construction sales are up this year compared to years past which bodes well for the real estate market. If you’re thinking of building a home, there are a few new trends that you may want to consider.

Check them out here

Great news! The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation’s first-time homebuying program now includes grants to assist buyers with their down payment and closing costs.

There are three groups in particular that can qualify for the grants. The TSAHC’s Professional Educators and Texas Heroes or Home Sweet Texas Home. The grant is 5% of the loan amount which can be a significant amount of money.

Note, those who qualify for one of the programs, must also... Full Story

Everyone has a hidden talent, but do you think yours can get you a spot on America’s Got Talent? The tv show is holding auditions this weekend, January 14th and 15th, at the Austin Convention Center. Doors open at 8am and close at 7pm on both days.

http://launch787.com/home/americas-got-talent-auditions-in-austin/

Pssst, pre-register here to get a leg up on the competition: http://americasgottalentauditions.com/

Like the Olympics?... Full Story

Happy New Year!!! One of my new year’s resolutions is to blog more and I’m planning to stick with it!

I’m not sure about you, but any exercise regime/diets were thrown out the window for the holidays. Well this weekend is the perfect time to jump back on the health wagon and get moving.

If you want to give your abs a good workout check out “The D-List” star, Kathy Griffin at the Long Center.... Full Story

Just one more reason to move to Austin if you don’t already live here. Austin was recently ranked as one of the top five cities with the hottest locals. Yup, that’s right, it’s official! Now step away from the mirror and go out and enjoy our beautiful “winter” weather!

http://www.hlntv.com/article/2011/12/14/cities-most-attractive-people-travel-leisure?hpt=hp_t2