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So...the word on the street from my lender (and girlfriend) is that FHA is going to raise their limits to $417k (the minimum for jumbo loans.) Her source is extremely reliable - as in "knows people." They're looking to make this happen by the end of the year. This is absolutely fantastic, as FHA is one of the best alternatives to sub-prime borrowing. Oftentimes, borrowers with horrible credit scores can be approved for FHA financing, because the programs are credit history driven - not credit... Read Full Post

We talk about it a lot, & I thought it would be a good idea to start a thread regarding the different audiences for different blogs. Personally, I have 3 main blogs: REW, AR, & my personal blog (getting ready to add a second personal.) So...here's how I see audience, I'd love to hear what others think... 1) REW audience: technologically inclined Realtors primarily. Now....b/c of their SEO qualities, they also gain the audience of the general public. For instance, if you blog on a comm... Read Full Post

I'll admit...I got into the blogging thing pretty late. In fact, I used to think that blogging was a horrendous waste of time - for the most part, because 95% of the blogs out there automatically tag their comments with the "rel=nofollow" - which strips the link juice from any comments you leave on your friends' pages. In fact, WordPress, one of the most popular blogging platforms around, is installed with the nofollow as a default setting - and there's no way to change it in the "stock" back... Read Full Post

Technorati Profile That's all it takes! I'm claiming my REW blog on technorati - are you? Read Full Post

I was reading through Eric Blackwell's blog yesterday and started surfing through the links he provides. I have a lot of respect for Eric & took a look at his friends list. It includes Kid Disco, Morgan Carey, & Jim Boykin. I'm very familiar with Disco & Morgan, and we interact on an almost daily basis on the forums. I've heard a ton of great things about Jim Boykin, and decided to surf on over to his blog. Let me say...I'm hooked. I skimmed through a few of his posts before landi... Read Full Post

Downtown Austin is undergoing some pretty major development right now - and it's all driven by the residential real estate & condo market. Take a look at this graphic. Pay particular attention to the Frost Bank tower (the building that looks like a giant nosehair trimmer.) Right now, that's the tallest building downtown at 38 stories. Check out how many buildings we're putting up that are larger than it. Read Full Post

As a gateway community to Texas Hill Country and Lake Travis, Lake Pointe is in an ideal location. Just 12 miles west of all the employers, entertainment, and cultural opportunities of downtown Austin, Lake Pointe is a carefully planned community that has just been built in the past 10 years or so. Developed near Highway 71 and Bee Cave Road, Lake Pointe is able to boast a great location as well as homes that are both more spacious and more affordable than many of the properties available wit... Read Full Post

French Place is a fully gentrified community that offers it all -- beautiful homes, affordable living, convenience, natural beauty, quiet, and atmosphere all come together seamlessly in a community that allows you to avoid congestion while enjoying all the benefits of living close to a major city. This beautiful tree-lined community is located between Manor and 38 1/2th, west of Airport Boulevard and east of I-35. Families, professionals, and young hipsters all call this place home. Once you ... Read Full Post

Allandale, located in the vibrant Burnet Road area, offers excellent homes in a wonderful location. In the Northwest Austin area, the Allandale community is considered by many to be one of the best places in the region to raise a family. With large lots, excellent schools, and clean, safe streets, Allandale offers a welcome retreat from the city while still providing easy access to all the opportunities that Austin has to offer. In addition, this neighborhood close to MoPac offers a wealth of... Read Full Post

If you are looking for Austin real estate that at once has the vibrancy of the city's downtown along with the exclusive feel of some of the city's most prestigious addresses, you may want to consider Clarksville. Bordered by Enfield Road, MoPac, Lamar Boulevard, and West Sixth Street, Clarksville is considered one of Austin's most prized historical areas. This community blends a laid-back attitude, gorgeous buildings, and a trendy urban chic for the finest in comfortable living. Clarksville i... Read Full Post