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Why in Real Estate Big Lots are Good This article exams the benefits of looking for large lots when making a real estate purchase. Why I Hate 40-Year Loans This article explains some of the disadvantages of 40-year mortgages compared to some other options, while presenting many of the loan packages that helped cause the subprime crisis in a more critical light. Weathering the Storm of the Slipping Dollar This article concerns the recent loss of value of the US dollar relative to other currencies and the possible positive effects thereof. Waterloo Records: An Austin Original Since 1982, Waterloo Records has carried independent and local artists from Austin, Texas. The South Congress Scene in Austin Texas South Congress is one of Austin most interesting areas. South Congress boasts numerous independent shops and is also home to a quaint neighborhood of older homes. The Impending Subprime Interest Rate Freeze The White House is working with lenders to attempt to freeze rates on subprime mortgages in an effort to lower the number of potential foreclosures due to the subprime mortgage crisis. The Decision to Sell Your Home Moving to a new home can be rooted in various reasons. Some people are relocated for a job, which makes the process easier when an employer provides assistance. Some people are moving for life changes like children or just because they prefer another neighborhood. Whatever the reason, you should understand your current market and what to expect with your sale. A Realtor can be your resource on the market and help guide you through the selling process. The Alamo Drafthouse - An Austin Original The Alamo Drafthouse is an Austin original with Austin flare. Serving drinks and food along with movie events, the Drafthouse has become a hotspot. This article gives the history of the Drafthouse. The '08 Election and Free Trade This article discusses the issue of free trade and how it will influence the '08 Presidential election. Texas Roller Derby This article is about the Texas Roller Derby and its popular events around Austin and other cities. Synthesizer Fundamentals:Snare Drum This article is part of a basic sound design series that shows you how to make the classic snare drum sounds of the 80's, which have been increasingly popular in modern electronic dance music. Synthesizer Fundamentals: Classic 80's Brass This article describes in detail how to build classic 80's synth brass sounds step by step. Synthesizer Fundamentals: Bass Drum This article shows you how to make a bass drum sound with a classic analog synth. Subprime Woes: Are We Out of the Woods Yet? The White House, the Fed, and bond insurance companies are all taking unprecedented action to minimize the subprime mortgage crisis. But is it enough? This article discusses the likelyhood that the US is headed towards recession with these factors in mind. Subprime Woes Reach New Heights This article discusses the most recent developments in the subprime mortgage crisis, addressing the twin spectres of rising foreclosures and jitters on Wall Street. Sub-prime Fallout: Why Such a Big Deal? this article describes the sub-prime crisis in detail, with emphasis on its similarities and differences from the savings-and-loan scandals. Sprucing Up Your Home to Get It Ready to Sell Getting your home ready to sell can get confusing with all the choices of possible upgrades and cleanups. This article talks about a couple of options and ideas to consider. Every market is different so think about these options and what may be best for your home. South by Southwest in Austin This article is about all the cool day shows and free events during the SXSW interactive, film, and music festivals. Sluggish Fed, Why Are You So Sluggish? This article discusses the recent reticence of the Federal Reserve towards interest rate cuts, and their potential economic effects. Should Your First House be a Duplex? There are a number of benefits to buying a duplex as your first real estate purchase instead of a house. This article looks through some of the benefits of having your first "home" purchase be a duplex. Selecting a Good Price for Your Home Purchase When looking at a potential piece of real estate one of the most important factors is the price. This articles goes through the different aspects of reaching a good price for your potential home purchase. Realtor Tips - Body Language Understanding the basic rules of body language can help you succeed professionally. But at the same time following the rules to strictly can lead to problems. Quitting Real Estate? Summary : As the real estate market slows alot of realtors have been leaving the real estate profession. This article goes through a few reasons why leaving might be a smart idea. Profiles in Green Building: The Austin Real Estate Market This article covers the long history of green building in Austin, Texas and its relationship to real estate in the area. Ode to the Prickly Pear This article is all about the Texas local plant the prickly pear and its myriad uses in everyday life. North Loop: Old Meeting New North Loop is one of the many eclectic choices of neighborhoods in Austin, TX. This article gives some background and history on the area and gives you sense of how the neighborhood feels. Neighborhood Profile: Hyde Park This article showcases the lovely and historic Hyde Park neighborhood in Austin, Texas. Liquidity: Why So Important? This article discusses the neccessity of liquidity in modern money markets, and how central banks have injected $110 billion into the global economy to ease the credit crunch. Keep Austin Weird One cannot possibly spend time in Austin, Texas without hearing its motto repeated countless times: “Keep Austin Weird.” The phrase, which was coined by an Austin Community College librarian who uttered it while calling in to a radio show, spread like wildfire and was picked up and used by the Austin Independent Business Alliance as a means of encouraging the support of local businesses. Is the Superfund Capable of Restoring Confidence? The subprime mortgage sector of the U.S. economy has taken huge losses over the past several months as many high-risk loans have defaulted. A new fund aimed at stabilizing this sector unfortunately just repackages the same problems under a new name- the "Master Liquidity Enhancement Conduit." Can this fund have a positive impact? Is The Federal Interest Rate Cut Enough to Stabilize Subprime Mortage Woes? This article discusses the potential outcomes from the impending Federal interest rate cut on the US economy. Hyde Park: An Austin Original This article discusses many of the positive attributes of the Hyde Park neighborhood in Austin, Texas. How to Reduce Your Heating Bill This article is about how to lower your monthly heating bill through some simple and inexpensive home improvements. How to Fix a Hole in a Wall This article teaches you, in a few quick steps, how to fix a hole in a wall without leaving a trace! How Hillary Stole New Hampshire This article describes the New Hampshire primary upset and some of the key factors that led up to the surprising results. Hillary and Obama: Where Are The Issues? This article discusses the ongoing primary fight between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. Halloween in Austin Austin Texas always has a lot of different going on. But over Halloween Austin has a few more activities than usual. This article highlights a few of the most interesting ones. Fun Fun Fun Fest Austin's own Fun Fun Fun Fest is now in its second year, and seems poised to compete with ACL Fest. This article talks about the positives and negatives of this year's upcoming FFFFest. French Place French place is one of the many cool inner city neighborhoods in Austin. This article provides a glimpse into the history and charm of French place. First Thursday’s on South Congress First Thursday is a monthly event in Austin Texas. Each first Thursday the businesses on South Congress stay open late and the residents of Austin have some fun. First Night Out 2008: Looking for Something Different What will you be doing on New Year's Eve? Austin has its annual First Night Out with various activities, plays and festivals to experience. Finding the Right Neighborhood When searching for a neighborhood that is just right for you, there are various aspects to consider like school, land, shopping, and of course, location. Balancing these aspects to make the right real estate decision takes some prioritization, and with the help of a real estate agent, you can sort through these things. Feng Shui in Real Estate - The Landscaping Feng shui is a group of design principles when looking for or building a home. The idea is that these guides will help the energy of the home and create a better living environment. In Part 2, we discuss the various aspects of feng shui and the exterior landscaping of the home. Fed Restrictions Make Loans Tough This article discusses the recently tightened loan guidelines issued by the Federal Reserve in response to the sub-prime mortgage crisis. Fed Cred: Down The Tubes This article discusses the increasing likelyhood that the US will enter a recession in the wake of the Fed's ineffective interest rate cut on January 22nd. Christmas in Austin, Texas This article discusses some of the unique events that Austin, Texas holds during Christmas Cashflow is King (Sometimes) This article is not meant to diminish the importance of looking at cashflow for a property. It is simply to remind investors that making a wise investment decision should go beyond simply looking at cashflow. Can The Bush Tax Cut Work? Can the impending economic stimulus package that the Bush administration is creating have the power to keep the US from recession? This article discusses some of the factors of the economic crisis. Cabinet Installation: It's Easier Than You Think! This article explains how to install cabinets anywhere in your home. Bryker Woods Austin Neighborhood Bryker Woods is a neighborhood located in the Austin real estate market. It is mostly composed of older homes and is centrally located 5 minutes from downtown Austin. Bear Stearns and the Free Market This article is about the recent government bailout of Bear Stearns, one of the top five investment banks in the US, by the Federal Reserve, as well as its broader implications for the economy. Austin Radio Stations This article discusses the rich history of local radio stations in Austin, Texas. Austin Profiles: North Campus This article is a description of the quaint, charming residential area north of the University of Texas at Austin. Austin Profiles: Bookpeople This article covers the Austin bookstore Bookpeople, which has provided an independent source for literature for Austinites for over 25 years. Austin Profiles: Amy's Ice Cream This article discusses Amy's Ice Cream, one of the sweetest local Austin businesses of the past 20 years. Austin Profiles: 2nd Street This article is about the high-growth 2nd Street District in Austin, Texas. Austin Neighborhoods: French Place This article discusses the central Austin neighborhood of French Place. Austin Neighborhoods: Barton Hills This article discusses the beautiful Barton Hills neighborhood in Austin, Texas and all it has to offer a prospective resident. Austin Neighborhood: Pemberton Heights Pemberton Heights is one of the centrally located neighborhoods located in the central Austin real estate market. Austin Farmer's Markets The farmer's markets in Austin, Texas are some of the top outlets for organic and sustainable produce in the United States. Austin Dog Parks This article discusses the plethora of dog parks and recreation facilities for residents of Austin, Texas. Austin Coffee: Keeping it Weird This article discusses ther diversity of Austin's plethora of local coffee shops Austin By Numbers Austin, Texas is drawing people from both coasts and around the US. It's not just the rolling hills and charming neighborhoods that are attracting the population growth. In this article, we talk numbers and facts that are making Austin an appealing place to call home. Austin Burger Places This article highlights some of the best burger places in Austin, Texas. Austin BBQ: A Tour of the Town This article provides a tour of some of the best BBQ joints in Austin Texas. Austin Art Galleries This article discusses the various art galleries and vibrant scene that has been developing in Austin, Texas for over 30 years. Austin Architect AD Stenger Though AD Stenger wasn’t as prolific as Joseph Eichler, or as well known as Frank Lloyd Wright, he built some of Austin’s most unique homes that are now considered mid-century modern. A Guide to Austin's Greenbelts This article gives you an Austinite's look into one of the most treasured natural attractions of central Texas: The Barton Creek greenbelt. A Globalized Recession The US recession depends as much on her neighbors as on internal checks like Congress and the Fed. If emerging economies stand to gain from the recession, should they bear some responsibility for righting the credit crunch? This article explains some of the problems globalization poses in a financial crisis. A Brief History of Austin Austin used to be gathering spot for native tribes at the bend in the Colorado. The first Eurpoean settlers came to that bend in the 1830s, and the history of the settlement began. This article goes through the begins of the history of Austin.

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