GENERAL NEWS & INFORMATION/PARAGON PROPERTY GROUP TEAM
It's BLUEBONNET season here in Central Texas! Great weather, beautiful scenery, photo opportunities, festivals, events, Easter, school testing - there is a lot going
on this time of year. We hope you will enjoy reading about some of the current events and happenings in our area. Let us know if you have any new openings or events you would like included in our next newsletter, too. (Bluebonnet Festival is still on in Burnet today - check it out!)
on this time of year. We hope you will enjoy reading about some of the current events and happenings in our area. Let us know if you have any new openings or events you would like included in our next newsletter, too. (Bluebonnet Festival is still on in Burnet today - check it out!)The market is heating up for spring/summer and it's a great time to get a Complimentary Market Analysis of your home or other property whether in the greater Austin or Highland Lakes areas. Buyers are very, very active right now and the Austin market is HOT! Many homes are selling with multiple offers and within days of listing. We have two upcoming listings of note: one is located in Shady Hollow in SW Austin and one in Tobeyville outside of Marble Falls on 2 Acres - both are awesome properties and should sell quickly. Both will be listed in the low $300's - great values. Contact us if you or anyone you know might be interested in either.
Did you know that the maximum USAA MoversAdvantage® reward has been expanded? The maximum for sale prices above $450,000 has now increased from $1,550 to $6,000! These rewards can be used on either a buy or a sell (or both!) It is a great opportunity for members. Contact us for more information or to get signed up. As USAA MoversAdvantage® Preferred agents, we can help you when buying or selling a home or other property in the greater Austin or Highland Lakes areas. In another area of the country, we can refer you to another highly qualified agent who is also part of the program. Tell your friends and family members - it's a GREAT DEAL!
In addition to the MoversAdvantage®, we also offer programs for First Responders, Teachers, Medical Personnel and First Time Homebuyers - there are rebates available, special loans and even downpayment assistance. This program is available here in Central Texas - just ask or visit our webpage to sign up!
Enjoy!
Sue, Brooke, Stacey, Nattlie, Karen and Brooke
HIGHLAND LAKES AREA NEWS ~ MARBLE FALLS, HORSESHOE BAY, BURNET, MEADOWLAKES & MORE
- April 11-13, 2014 – 31st Annual Bluebonnet Festival, Burnet – www.bluebonnetfestival.org for more information
- Escondido Golf & Lake Club recently presented a $45,000 check to the Texas Wounded Warrior Foundation as a result of fundraising efforts from the Inaugural Celebrity Pro-Am held on November 4, 2013.
- Lee’s Diner dishes up great food from the Marble Falls food trailer, 1006 Mission Hill Drive (across from Walgreen’s and the U.S. Post Office.) Go to www.eatatlees.com for moreRead more: http://www.dailytrib.com/2014/04/09/lees-diner-marble-falls-serves-food-silver-trailer/#ixzz2ym6bdlLQLee’s Diner dishes up great food from a silver Marble Falls food trailer at 1006 Mission Hill Drive (across from Walgreen’s and the U.S. Post Office.) Go to www.eatatlees.com for more information
- Beginning April 1, 2014 the City of Meadowlakes will begin Mandatory Water Restrictions in response to the extreme drought conditions, which are predicted to continue for the foreseeable future. Due to the water shortage the City is now implementing mandatory water restrictions in accordance with the City's Drought Contingency Plan Stage 2. The Lower Colorado River Authority has requested that all municipalities, utility districts and other water suppliers that draw water from the Colorado River implement mandatory water-use restrictions in order to accomplish a 20% reduction in overall water consumption. For Stage 2 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan the following prohibitions are in effect: a. Outdoor watering hours will be limited to between midnight and 10 a.m. and between 7 p.m. and midnight on designated days shown below. This prohibition does not apply to irrigation of landscaped areas by means of a hand-held hose or a faucet-filled bucket or watering can of five gallons or less. Irrigate outdoors using an in-ground irrigation system or hose-end sprinkler no more than TWICE per week and only during scheduled days and times as indicated below:
Residential: Odd number addresses-Wednesday and SaturdayEven number addresses-Thursday and SundayCommercial: (including large landscapes such as POA common areas) Tuesdays and Fridays
AUSTIN, LAKE TRAVIS, LAKEWAY AND MORE ~ IN THE NEWS
- April 12-13th, Art City Austin Festival, Austin. Weekend long arts festival that transforms the streets of downtown Austin. Gallery of art, local food trailers, live music, and interactive projects, all along Cesar Chavez and 2nd Street District. Weekend and VIP passes available.
- April 18-20th, Austin Reggae Festival, Austin. This event features three days of reggae music and is a fundraiser for the Capital Area Food Bank. Held at Butler Park. 3-Day Pass and advance tickets are available for purchase online.
- April 25-27th, Austin FOOD & WINE Festival, Austin. Presented by FOOD & WINE Magazine, chefs and winemakers from across the nation and Austin’s own gourmet scene join together for tastings, demonstrations, and live music. Savor and Taste Passes available online.
- April 26th, Earth Day Austin Festival 2014, Austin. Featuring over 75 exhibitors, a dozen food options, speakers, live music, and more. Held from noon to 6 at Mueller Central.
- April 26th, County Fair and Wiener Dog Races, Buda. Arts and crafts, food vendors, BBQ cook off, bake off contest, and wiener dog races. Takes place at the Buda City Park on Saturday and Sunday. $3 admission; kids under 12 are FREE.
- May 3-4th, The Old Pecan Street Festival, Austin. Free, bi-annual event held on Sixth Street, featuring over 275 artisan vendors who sell and display homemade art and craft work.
- Now Open – Atlas-Fit, Lakeway. Opened at 1010 South RR 620, Suite 106. The center focuses on a client’s diet, nutrition and vitamin deficiencies. 512-401-3605.
- Now Open – Bios 4D Imaging, LLC, Lakeway. Mobile imagine and diagnostic service that provides ultrasound tests for medical facilities. Located in the McArdle Business Park. 512-557-1745.
- Now Open – Spaces Designed, Interior Design Studios, LLC, Austin. The firm specializes in both residential and commercial design. Located at 2710 Walsh Tarlton Lane. 512-423-0981.
- Coming Soon – Chinatown Restaurant, Rollingwood. Will reopen in its original location at 2712 Bee Caves Road, Suite 124, in mid-April. Provides classic dishes as well as suishi and dim sum service. 512-328-6588.
- Coming Soon – Hildebrand Jewelers, Austin. The shop will offer full-service jewelry sales and repair. To open in mid-April in the Trails at 620 Shopping Center, 8300 North RR 620, Building D.
- Game studios make a play for Hill Country. In the past three months western Travis County has gained two new gaming studios.
- Rollingwood construction starts nearly 15 years after purchase. Endeavor Real Estate Group make plans to start development project in the first quarter of 2015 on 18 acre tract of land off Bee Caves Road.
- Lake Travis ISD budget planning continues. Budget shortfall is expected for the 2014-2015 school year; cuts suggested.
- LCRA announces a rate increase. Local firm rates are proposed to increase by 15%.
