Texas Homestead Exemptions
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Texas Homestead Exemptions

Williamson & Travis County Homestead Exemptions Homestead exemptions are granted by the county appraisal district where the property is located. The exemption reduces a homeowner’s property tax bill by removing part of the home’s value from taxation. All Texas homeowners may receive a General Residence Homestead Exemption on the value of their property for school…

Preparing your Central Texas Tomato Garden
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Preparing your Central Texas Tomato Garden

Tomato Plants Central Texas There’s nothing like the taste of a fresh, ripe tomato grown and picked from your Central Texas home garden. There are many things to consider in order to ensure you get a healthy, flavorful crop of tomatoes. The first step to growing tomatoes in Central Texas is to mix the soil…

Open House, to Have or not to Have, is that the Question?
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Open House, to Have or not to Have, is that the Question?

Should I Have an Open House Here’s an article I found interesting, “7 Open House Myths” by Bill Gassett. It was an informative read about some important facts to consider about open houses, so I wanted to share it with folks that visit my site. Bill’s article shares some of my thoughts regarding open houses….

Horseshoe Bay Waterfront Condo for Sale
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Horseshoe Bay Waterfront Condo for Sale

Horseshoe Bay Condo for Sale in The Cape SOLD!! Here’s a fantastic opportunity to own a beautiful, waterfront condo in Horseshoe Bay. Located in the gated community of The Cape at Cape Terrace, this second floor condo overlooks Lake LBJ and offers some amazing sunsets! Walk to Horseshoe Bay Resort amenities! This property can also…

Exercise Can Slow the Effects of Aging on Your Body
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Exercise Can Slow the Effects of Aging on Your Body

Slow Body & Brain Aging with Exercise As we age, our nervous systems lose motor neurons. The loss of these neurons leads to “a loss of motor units, reduced muscle mass, less strength, speed, and power. That process speeds up substantially past age 60.” So, what can you do to keep your motor neurons? According…

Georgetown Texas is Fastest Growing City in US
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Georgetown Texas is Fastest Growing City in US

Fastest Growing City, Georgetown, Texas Georgetown Texas tops the list, according to population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The estimates, which track growth from July 2014 to July 2015, show the most rapid growth was concentrated in Central Texas, the greater Houston area and near Dallas. Located just north of Austin, Georgetown ranked…

Inexpensive Home Improvements that Payoff
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Inexpensive Home Improvements that Payoff

Inexpensive Home Improvements When buyers pull up to your Central Texas home they have already started sizing your property up, even before the car doors have shut. Curb appeal, presenting a positive first impression, is of the utmost importance when selling a home. A mowed lawn, manicured landscaping,  fresh mulch and colorful flowers go a…

Why a Seller’s Disclosure Notice is Important.
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Why a Seller’s Disclosure Notice is Important.

Understanding a Texas Seller’s Disclosure The original Seller’s Disclosure Notice requirement first went into effect in Texas in 1994. If you’ve sold a single family home in Texas in the last 20 years or so you’ve more than likely completed a Seller’s Disclosure Notice. Most sellers consider this document tedious to complete but accurately disclosing…

What is “As Is” in a Texas Residential Contract
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What is “As Is” in a Texas Residential Contract

What Does “As Is” Mean? Accepting a property “as is” as stated in Paragraph 7D(1) in the One to Four Family Residential Contract means a buyer accepts the property in its current condition at the time of the execution of the contract. Usually at the time of contract execution the buyer knows very little about…