November 2013 Austin, Lake Travis & Highland Lakes Area News & info
Here in the Austin and Central Texas Hill Country areas, cooler weather is upon us! I think we hit freezing temperatures one evening this week, but of course by Sunday, it will be 80 degrees during the day again. As always in Central Texas, just wait a few days and the weather will change.
This is a great time to visit the Austin and Central Texas Hill Country areas. And, it may be a great time to look at real estate, too. Many of our buyers are interested in relocating to our area, buying a second home or retiring here. Let us know if you have any quesitons, would like a relocation guide or we will be happy to set you up on an automatic search so you can see what is available with your criteria and budget. Many areas find Sellers getting top dollar with quick offers, so get a market analysis of your property if you are thinking of selling - it may be a great time to sell, too. We have some great programs for First Time Buyers as well.
Interest rates remain super low, jumbo loans are now easier to get and VA financing to eligible borrowers is still at 100%. Check out our
recent blog post about VA financing and available property tax discounts for Disabled Veterans. You deserve to take advantage of all the resources available to you. Contact us for more information - we are happy to help.
Congratulations to
Karen Guillot who just recently completed her training to be a member of "A" Team with Coldwell Banker United to work with
USAA MoversAdvantage members. It is a great program and all of our REALTOR(R) Team Members are qualified. It's a great opportunity to work with a highly trained agent and get a cash back rebate after closing, whether you are buying or selling (or both!). We also offer Cash Back Programs for Educators, First Responders, and Medical Personnel, in addition to these Military oriented rebates.
Just ask, you may qualify!
We hope you enjoy reading about information and events in our Austin/Lake Travis and Highland Lakes Areas.
Have a Happy, Healthy and Safe Thanksgiving this year!
Sue, Stacey, Brooke, Karen and Brooke
The Paragon Property Group Team
Austin & Lake Travis Area News & Information ~ Lakeway, Bee Cave, Steiner Ranch, Westlake and more!
- November 16th, Blanco Market Day, Blanco. Held from 9 am to 4 pm every 3rd Saturday of the month from March to November on the grounds of the Old Blanco County Courthouse.
- November 16th, Mill Pond Park Christmas Lights Spectacular, San Saba. A drive-thru Christmas light and music display is on over 30 acres. Starts November 16th and runs through January 6th.
- November 16th – 17th, Fredricksbury Fall Antiques Show, Fredricksburg. Dealers will exhibit and sell great antiques at the Gillespie County Fairgrounds for two days.
- November 16th 17th, Old Gruene Market Day, Gruene. Features more than 100 artisans offering handmade items and packaged Texas foods. Live entertainment. 10 am to 5 pm.
- November 29th, Lights Spectacular – Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, Johnson City. Also features fireworks. Various events start on November 29thwith the courthouse lighting ceremony and run through January 1st.
- Now Open – The Candy Jar, Bee Cave. A purveyor of chocolates, sour candies, taffy, and gumballs, opened October 5th in the Hill Country Galleria, suite T-110.
- Now Open – First Star Bank, Bee Cave. New branch opened October 5th. Located at 3490 South RR 620.
- Now Open – Schmidt Family Barbecue, Bee Cave. The eatery is the combination of Lockhart-based, family-owned restaurants Kreuz Market and Smitty’s Market. Located at 12352 Bee Caves Road.
- Coming Soon – The Austin Diagnostic Clinic Steiner Ranch. New clinic is set to open late Fall 2013 at 5145 RR 620 North, Building I.
- Custom medication businesses increase in west Travis county. Six compounding pharmacies scheduled to open in the Lake Travis and Westlake areas.
- Westlake area may be site of new hotel, garage, restaurant and offices. A site plan was filed by Urban Design Group with the city of Austin for a hotel, restaurant, office building and parking garage complex.
- Leander ISD district receives distinction on STARR tests. Thirteen Leander ISD campuses received distinction from the Texas education Agency on the 2013 state of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness tests.
- Bee Cave Arts Foundation’s Sculpture Park had its grand opening. Location is behind the Police facility at 13333 Highway 71.
- Lexus decision has been pushed back a month. Lakeway City Council and ZAPCO have officially delayed any hearings on the proposed Lexus dealership location until December.
Highland Lakes Area News & Information ~ Lake LBJ, Marble Falls, Meadowlakes, Horseshoe Bay, Burnet
- LIONS CLUB ANNUAL COAT DRIVE - The Marble Falls Noon Lions Club kicked off its 20th Annual Warm Coat Drive October 22nd and would greatly appreciate any donations of coats from the public, especially coast for children (infants to 10 years). There is a need for caps and gloves too. The Lyons typically distribute about 600 coats per season at no cost to deserving families. You may leave your gently used coats, caps and gloves in a special box at the Meadowlakes security gate and other businesses in Marble Falls. Distribution will begin on November 21st through November 23rd at the Masonic Lodge Building, 319 Avenue G from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM each of those three days. Thanks to the generous public that donate coats and money to buy some of the new coats that are distributed. Meadowlakes provided 182 coats last year and because of this, the coat drive was a huge success!
- Meadowlakes - Many complimented our Thanksgiving Feast last year so we're doing it again. Seating begins at 11:30. Please email your reservation to susanranow@hiddenfallsgolfclub.com. Slow Roasted Turkey Breast and Thighs, Creamy Red Skin Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Apple Dressing, Cranberry Sauce and Giblet Gravy, Brown Sugar Glazed Ham, w/Baked Cherries and Pineapple Candied Pecan Sweet Potatoes, Deviled Eggs, Green Bean Casserole, Fresh Garden Salad, Rolls & Butter, Chocolate Fudge Walnut Cake, Pumpkin Pie w/Whipped Topping, Includes Non-Alcoholic Beverages, $14.95 Adults, $6.95 for Kids 6-12, Featuring Bloody Marys and Mimosas
- Holiday Transformation of Lakeside Park, Nov. 22-Jan. 1 ~ Over 2 Million Lights Transform Lakeside Park into a beautiful holiday wonderland. Take pictures with Santa on the weekends, drink hot chocolate as you walk through the twinkling sculptures, and enjoy the walkway time and time again from November 22nd to January 1st. The park will be open from 6:00-10:00pm every night. Visit walkwayoflightstx.com for more information.
- PARADE ~ November 22nd, people line Main Street to witness the Marble Falls Lighted Christmas Parade. The Parade starts at 6:00pm and ends with the first lighting and opening of the Walkway of Lights. Bring a toy and place it in the Highland Lakes Christmas is for Kids float.
