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s Austin tops every major top 10 list for its small business friendliness, abundance of green homes, proclivity towards fun and opportunities for job growth, the city’s real estate market grows more susceptible to real estate scams. As more REALTORS learn about the various types of deception that can occur in this industry, they will be better qualified to help clients avoid potentially risky situations. “I think Austin is currently ripe for investor scams because we are the ‘it’ place to be,” says Vanessa Nunez of HomeCity Real Estate.
“Since we are on every major top 10 list of the best places to live, scammers are ready, willing and making their way here. As agents, the most important thing we can do is research diligently, ask all the right questions and put our clients in contact with our trusted team of inspectors, lenders and title officers.”
The Short Sale Scheme In a short sale, the lien holders agree to release their lien on the real estate and accept less than the amount owed on the debt. There are short sale specialists who are not licensed, but understand how the banks work. “They suggest making a low-ball offer to see what the bank will accept,” says Patrick Easter of Easter and Easter REALTORS. “This is bad for the seller, and only delays the bank on making a decision when they are trying to figure out why their appraised value is so much higher than the offer that has been presented.” When one of Nunez’s clients returned from a tour in Iraq, he encountered a short
sale scheme. “A house flipper told my client that he could take the house off his hands, had him sign over the deed and then proceeded to wholesale the property and lease-to-own,” says Nunez. In truth, the house flipper transferred the property to another flipper who was supposed to manage the lease purchase and make payments to the mortgage company. When the soldier was being deployed again, his clearance was denied because the property was headed to foreclosure. In the end, Nunez called the bank and helped administer a short sale to keep him eligible for the military. “The sad part is the flipper had a real estate license and was misrepresenting the way ethical REALTORS are supposed to work,” she says.
The Unnecessary Property Records/ Document Fee After purchasing a property, many homebuyers receive documents from companies stating that they can file homestead exemption and warranty deed paperwork for a fee. “It is
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Get Out the REALTOR Vote! The Nov. 4 election represents a critical juncture for the City of Austin. Central Texas has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, but inadequate housing supply and stressed transportation infrastructure threaten quality of life and continued prosperity in the region. The upcoming transition to 10
single-member districts gives us a landmark opportunity to improve how Austin is governed and how we empower leaders to meet the challenges we’re facing. The Austin Board of REALTORS is proud to support candidates that will lead our community to a new and better Austin. Each of the candidates below was vetted through the ABoR legislative management team—a hard-working group of your volunteer colleagues—and expressed a willingness to work with ABoR towards policy outcomes that are supportive of homeowners and a healthy housing market in Central Texas. The LMT's endorsement recommendations were then considered by the ABoR Board of Directors for final approval. We hope you will consider casting a vote for and supporting the candidates your colleagues have identified as those best suited to serve the needs of the real estate industry: • City of Austin Mayor - Steve Adler • City Council District 1 - Ora Houston • City Council District 2 - John Sheppard
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• City Council District 4 - Gregorio "Greg" Casar • City Council District 5 - Ann Kitchen • City Council District 6 - Jimmy Flannigan • City Council District 9 - Chris Riley • City Council District 10 - Robert Thomas Download your 2014 Voter Guide at Abor. com/Election to learn more about ABoR-endorsed candidates and ballot initiatives. But most importantly, get out and vote! Exercise your democratic right and cast your ballot during early voting, which runs from Oct. 21-
31, or on Election Day, Nov. 4. Please also remember: it is expected that there will be runoff elections in December, so you will need to get out and vote for the candidates of your choice at that time as well. Thanks for taking the time to read this, and thanks for your continued support of our association and the staff that works so hard on your behalf. Please let me know if there is anything I can be doing for you, and I hope to see you soon. RL
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When you got it, you got it! Frank Perdichizzi, broker for Private Label Realty and Kevin Klein, president of Tenura Holdings, the parent company of Private Label Realty are ready to pump up their team at the “It’s Go Time” Conference at Lone Star Court. Buy photo: RL_100514_A.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
Alison McCord Ousterhout, Laura Lee, Casey Williams and Jacqueline Hill, all of Patten Law Firm and Taryn Stilwell of Keller Williams Realty celebrate the grand opening of Patten Law Firm’s new location at Davenport Village in Westlake.
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Patrick Easter, center, of Easter and Easter REALTORS, is welcomed to the grand opening celebration at Paloma Lake by Lauren Buckley, Stephanie Johnson, Jamie Lindeman and Janet Moore, all of M/I Homes.
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CRS Austin Chapter President Jim Smith of the Property Management Company, Jon Kasner of Kasner & Associates and Karl Jennings of SmartSource Realty kick back and enjoy the evening on the NARPM Bat Cruise on Lady Bird Lake.
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Kristin Carroll of Sente Mortgage and Jack Stapleton of JB Goodwin REALTORS are excited to be a part of the Platinum Top 50 REALTORS’ Blue Party honoring winners and finalists at One World Theatre.
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2014 a buyer’s market for haunted listings
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hile much of the US real estate market has recovered in 2014, it is still a buyer's market for these haunted homes. Also known as stigmatized properties, these legendary houses were all placed on market in 2014, but remain unsold. An online MLS ad for 1217 Marion St, Dunmore, PA reads: "Built in 1901, this Victorian home in the Hollywood section of Dunmore features 1850 sf of living space. Original hardwood floors. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Off-street parking. Freshly painted. Slightly haunted. Nothing serious, though. E.g. The sounds of phantom footsteps. A strange knocking sound followed by a very quiet (hardly noticeable, even) scream at 3:13 a.m., maybe once a week. Twice a week, tops. And the occasional ghastly visage lurking behind you in the bathroom mirror. Even still, this occurs very rarely and only in the second floor bathroom." 108 Ocean Avenue is a "pristine, charming 3-story waterfront Dutch colonial with commanding views of the Amityville River. Renovated boat house." Wait a second… did you say
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necessary to help even the scariest of clients. At 11:30 a.m., Laura Fowler will give her famous Lunch with Laura talk on Scary Legal Monsters: How to Sell Haunted Houses, Crime Scenes, and Homes Where Deaths Have Occurred! Treats and other snacks will be provided throughout the day, so make sure you stop by and enter into the costume contest. Please take a moment to register for this event to ensure we have enough lunch for everyone! RL
‘Amityville’? Yes, this house that has been the subject of 11 horror films since Ronald DeFeo, Jr. shot and killed six members of his family and it can be yours for just under $1 million. On 306 French St, Fall River, Massachusetts sits a fine 14-room Queen Anne Victorian home. The property features two sunrooms, seven fireplaces, original parquet floors, tin ceilings and mahogany moldings. The previous owner was a quiet librarian named Lizzie Borden. None of these houses were sold in 2014, and they have since been removed from the market, but there are some tips you should know when trying to sell a stigmatized property. Believe it or not, the NAR has done some research on the topic of haunted houses which can be found at: http://www.realtor.org/field-guides/fieldguide-to-dealing-with-stigmatized-properties. Forty-one percent of respondents said they would buy a home with reported ghost sightings, but only 15 percent would pay the full market value. The Williamson County Association of RE-
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Dan Steakley of The DEN Property Group welcomes Justice Stan Pemberton of the Third Court of Appeals and Bastrop County Commissioner Willie Peña to the HBA's Elected Officials Appreciation BBQ Bash.
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Ashley Patten, center, of Patten Law Firm cuts the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of his company’s new office at Davenport Village in Westlake.
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Cyndi Cummings of Keller Williams Realty Lakeway pins a corsage on Audrey Harrington—one of the seniors being recognized at the National Senior Day recognition luncheon provided by Austin Senior Resource Alliance and sponsored by Georgetown Mortgage.
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JB Goodwin REALTORS’ Karen McGrath and Leisa Ormsbee were feeling so blue they brought the rain with them to the Platinum Top 50 REALTORS’ Blue Party at One World Theatre.
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Brittany Hopper, center, of Ashton Woods Homes shows Christy Downs of Austin Onsite Services and Gretchen Woellner of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS the quick move-in homes the builder has in Vistancia.
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With the big “It’s Go Time” company conference, early arrival and happy hour are on the schedule. Alison Street of Private Label Realty and Vickie Karp of Karp Real Estate, a Private Label Realty company, catch up as they wind down and check in for the conference at Lone Star Court. Buy photo: RL_100314_E.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
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WC REALTORS Association Executive Marge Phillips keeps things jumping on the Mario Bros. team with WC REALTORS President Gary Cocanougher of ERA Colonial Real Estate at the Association’s Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt.
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Regent Property Group agents Kim Wilson, Travis Westover, Brian Talley (broker), Erika Talley, and Karis Fagerberg attend the Platinum Top 50 REALTORS Blue Party honoring past winners and finalists. Brian was designated as a Platinum Top 50 agent this year. Submitted photo
Hoping to take home half the pot, David Schneider of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Mike Luscier of Dominion Estate Netwrok Realty and Tami Gorbill of Horizon Realty team up to make their move at the WC REALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt. Buy photo: RL_100314_A.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
About 40 people attended the WCR Self Defense Class where Mike Ormand of Pure Combat showed them some effective techniques. Buy photo: RL_100514_E.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com Buy photo: RL_100414_B.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
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Claire Frances representing Vista Oaks, a Brooksdale Community, talks with Judy Maggio, retired KEYE news anchor, at the National Senior Citizens Day appreciation luncheon at the Renaissance Hotel. Claire was the oldest senior being recognized at 105 years young! The event was co-sponsored by Georgetown Mortgage.
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Tami Gorbill of Horizon Realty and Suzanne Ganter of Sky Realty visit with Chelsea Brown of KB Home who was one of the sponsors of the WC REALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt.
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Vaike O'Grady of Newland Communities announces two big HBA donations totaling almost $50,000 to Ronald McDonald House and Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas at the HBA's Elected Officials Appreciation Night & BBQ Bash. Vaike serves as VP of Special Projects on the HBA's board of directors where she oversees projects like the HBA's Benefit Home that generates these charitable funds.
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Banker United, REALTORS. “ Homebuyers might also receive a letter from the tax office asking how much was paid for their property. REALTORS should advise their clients not to disclose this information because Texas is a non-disclosure state and sales prices are not considered public information.
Loan Documentation Fraud Primary residence disclosure is the most common example of loan documentation fraud. “People who tell lenders that they plan to reside in the house and don’t are committing fraud,” says Easter. “Stated loans are used to purchase high dollar properties and then the ‘angel investor’ drops out of the deal after the agent(s) involved and the loan officer pocket the money. The bank is left holding the bag.”
Predatory Lending Fraud “A company that tells the homeowner: ‘You better sign now because this deal will not be offered later’ is untrustworthy, says Easter. Companies that take liens on properties in exchange for over half of the potential equity are also suspect. “These companies disguise this fee as a prepayment penalty so there is no cap on the interest,” says Easter. “I had a client who lived in a property for over 20 years and an ‘investor’ showed up with an offer that would make the client current on his taxes and back payments,” says Easter. After reading his proposal, the investor was supplying the client with $30,000 (to be used towards the taxes and back payments) so that he could take half of the equity in the property when the client was selling within six months. This equated to over $40,000 in profit for the inves-
tor for a $30,000 investment. “I told my client to hire an attorney and not sign the proposed documents. Luckily, his family loaned him the money and he was able to repair the house and not have to share the profit,” says Easter. Easter continued, “If the same people who create these schemes would put the same amount of effort into an honest business, they could be extremely good REALTORS but they will not stay on the straight and narrow.”
Legitimate Resources Any third party website that is not governed by the real estate commission is susceptible to fraud. “Every time I post a property on Craigslist, I am bombarded with junk mail from people in Nigeria asking for money,” says Hepp. “The most credible website for marketing property is www.Realtor.com because it is associated with the National Association of REALTORS, (NAR) which is synched with our reliable MLS system.” Checking specific phone numbers and names of previous satisfied clients is a good way to determine a company’s credibility. “If they can't provide some examples of these relationships, they are not credible,” says Easter. “The MLS is the most credible resource, a REALTOR's own website or the Broker Underground on Facebook works well too. It is all about informing other REALTOR members about a potential home.” Educating the client should be a REALTOR’S priority throughout the entire process. “It is our moral and ethical duty to supply our clients with effective resources, such as websites, organizations, title officers, lenders and inspectors, that help them make the most effective, educated decision,” says Nunez. RL
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Noel Green, left, of Private Label Realty, Joe Thweatt of AmeriPro Funding, Martin Davila of Private Label Realty and Brooke Seaman of AmeriFirst Insurance say life is good at the Tenura family of companies — comprised of Private Label Realty, Reliant Title, AmeriFirst Insurance and AmeriPro Funding. They celebrated at the company’s “It’s Go Time” Conference at Lone Star Court.
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The Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS team is ready to win the race at the WC REALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt.
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HILL COUNTRY HARVEST Rancho Sienna GRAND OPENING & Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 25 • 1 pm – 5 pm 10 MODEL HOMES SIENNA HOUSE NOW OPEN Bring your clients to the Grand Opening of Rancho Sienna,™ a new-home community in North Austin. Tour 10 new Model Homes from 8 homebuilders plus visit the brand new Sienna House. For every new home you sell between Oct. 21 and Dec. 31, you’ll receive a $100 gift card and a unique Rancho Sienna gift package! And you’ll become part of an elite list of real estate professionals who will get special incentives throughout 2015.†
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Come celebrate! Pumpkin Bowling Hay Maze Corn Hole Scarecrows & Pumpkins Animal Experience Live Music Food Trucks
Newland Communities is the largest private developer of planned residential and urban mixed-use communities in the United States from coast-to-coast. Together with our partner, North America Sekisui House, LLC, we believe it is our responsibility to create enduring, healthier communities for people to live life in ways that matter most to them. www.newlandcommunities.com and www.nashcommunities.com $100 Visa gift card to be provided upon sale of a new home at Rancho Sienna 10/21/14-12/31/14. Broker consent required. • Map not to scale. This community map and illustrations for illustration purposes only, based upon current development concepts, which are subject to change without notice. • NASH Rancho Hills, LLC (“Fee Owner”) is the owner and developer of the Rancho Sienna Community (“Community”). Certain homebuilders unaffiliated with the Fee Owner or its related entities (collectively, “Rancho Sienna”) are building homes in the Community (“Builder(s)”). Fee Owner has retained Newland Communities solely as the property manager for the Community. North America Sekisui House has an interest in one of the members in Fee Owner. Newland Communities and North America Sekisui House are not co-developing, co-building, or otherwise responsible for any of the obligations or representations of any of the Builders, and shall have no obligations to any buyer regarding a home purchase from a Builder. Purchasers of homes from any of the Builders waive any claims against Newland Communities and/or North America Sekisui House arising out of their purchase transaction. • Actual development may vary from developer’s vision. No guarantee can be made that development will proceed as described. • Prices, specifications, details and availability of Builder’s homes are subject to change without notice. 2014 © Rancho Sienna. All Rights Reserved. Rancho Sienna is a trademark of NASH Rancho Hills, LLC, and may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, without prior written permission. †
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They didn't win the HBA's Big Texas Sporting Clay Shootout but they did self-appoint themselves the "best looking" team at the event. Pictured left to right are John Sparrow of Milestone Community Builders, Darren Webber and Johnathan Fleming, both of Peloton Land Solutions and Walt Elias of Brookfield Residential. Submitted Photo
Ashley Patten, left, of Patten Law Firm thanks Knolly Williams and Barbara Riordan, both of Keller Williams Realty, for attending his company’s grand opening celebration at its new location in Davenport Village in Westlake.
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These REALTORS are taking it easy on the WC REALTORS’ Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt. Mahalo!
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Mike Ormand of Pure Combat shows Sherri Williams of Keller Williams Realty how to take down a potential threat during the WCR self defense class at Body Business.
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End of Year Harvest Get in Your New Home for the Holidays! Grand Haven is offering special reduced pricing on its inventory homes in some of Austin’s most desirable neighborhoods for a limited time. Selected inventory is available in a number of Grand Haven’s communities. In addition, our preferred lenders will be offering special financing on qualifying inventory, see your sales counselor for more details. Visit GrandHavenHomes.net to view all of our newly priced inventory and pick the home of your dreams!
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Gene and Doreen Dillard of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS and Kara McGregor of Independence Title are sporting their best blues for the Platinum Top 50 REALTORS’ Blue Party at One World Theatre.
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Curtis Ludwig and Jessica Bacak, both of Exclusive Texas Real Estate, a Private Label Realty company, travel from Dallas to get in on the company’s “It’s Go Time” Conference in Austin.
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Yvette Boatright of Realty Austin wishes Matt Stillwell the best of luck in his Austin City Council race for District 6 while celebrating the grand opening of Patten Law Firm’s new Davenport Village location.
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The old crew from PrimeLending remembers old times at their own little mini reunion at the Patten Law Firm Davenport Village grand opening event. David Shipp, left, Penny Green, second from left, and Tim Dockery, right, all of WillowBend Mortgage catch up with Linda Komm of SWBC Mortgage and Steve Builta. Buy photo: RL_100214_K.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
Realty Austin Broker Yvette Boatwright, left, honors Hall of Fame agents Jenny Walker, Chris Cervantez and Michelle Jones at Perry's Steakhouse. The company hosted a luncheon to kick off its 10 year anniversary of doing what they love.
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The HBA of Greater Austin welcomes Manor City Mayor Rita Jonse, center, Manor City Councilman Gill Burrell, right, and his wife Katy to its 9th Annual Elected Officials Appreciation BBQ Bash. Buy photo: RL_100614_Q.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
Kristy Dees of Centerra Homes and Kandis Wilberforce of Brohn Homes were feeling a little blue so they fit right in at the Platinum Top 50 REALTORS’ Blue Party at the One World Theatre.
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which most builders don’t do,” Bitter says.
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To ensure that the perfect home is created, Jimmy Jacobs Homes has developed a five-stage process. First, an initial meeting is held to identify building requirements, build a timeframe and budget, and identify the de-
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mier luxury homebuilder for Central Texas for nearly 30 years. In 1985, the company was started by Jimmy Jacobs, whose passion for the construction industry led to a desire to deliver a high-quality, unique product. “A Jimmy Jacobs Home has a lot of personality and custom touches,” says Rebecca Bitter, marketing director for Jimmy Jacobs Homes. “We have signature options, such as our ‘drive-thru’ master luxury shower, that are special to our brand. The homes are designed with custom touches, but developed as a plan line-up to make the selection and build process much easier for buyers.” Currently, Jimmy Jacobs has presence in Austin, San Antonio, New Braunfels Georgetown, and Leander. In Sept. 2013, the company was purchased by Century Homes,
lot. With an inventory of more than 75 home designs to choose from and new property additions every day, buyers can purchase an available home that meets their specific design and layout needs while residing in their ideal living community—from family friendly or active adult to lake access or country club. “The homes’ style and design vary based on the wants and needs of that area,” Bitter says. “For example, in Rim Rock we offer ranchstyle home designs because the home sites are located in the Hill Country, and the home sites are more than an acre in size, which helps to really maximize the views. In Avalon, the homes are more geared toward budget-conscious families who seek properties that give them ample room to grow. These communi-
sign features important to the homeowner. Next, a home site evaluation will take place, and consultants will assess the property site to determine the best placement for the home and uncover unforeseen costs. Jimmy Jacobs’ in-house architectural design department will then work with buyers to customize one of its home plans based on their needs and desires. Throughout the plan design process, homebuyers are able to review and perfect the home’s details before the plan is finalized. Finally, a builder is assigned and will oversee all aspects of the construction process, from the initial pre-construction meeting to the final property walk through. Additionally,
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truly unique custom home on the lot of your choice or wish to find an available home that meets your design and location desires, properties from the award-winning Jimmy Jacobs Homes promise distinctive designs, personalized details and superior craftsmanship. With more than 25 years as a leading luxury homebuilder in Central Texas, Jimmy Jacobs Homes continues to strive to offer its growing
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Matt Duesing, right, of Jimmy Jacobs Homes shows off the builder's model in Butler Ranch Estates to Burt Dement of Realty Austin during a special grand opening event.
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Realty Austin Marketing Director Brittanie Flegle congratulates Hall of Fame agent Lisa Hill on her status at Perry's Steakhouse where the anniversary party was held to celebrate the company's opening 10 years ago.
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Corrine Costabile of JB Goodwin REALTORS and Krystyna Aitala of Krys Aitala Real Estate check out Ashton Woods Homes new model home in Vistancia where they get more information on the new homes they have available there.
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Marion Lord, left, of Ashton Woods Homes, thanks Donna Wallace, Gretchen Woellner and Sheri Davis, all of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS, for stopping by the builder’s Wine & Cheese REALTOR Preview event at Vistancia where they learned more about available inventory in the community.
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REALTORS complete RE/MAX of Texas's two free classes regularly held at the Norris Conference Center, and open to all agents. The LeadStreet technology class covers website management, search engine optimization, Google analytics, and You-Tube instruction. The PowerStart class covers advertising leverage, listing presentations, RE/MAX University and more. Buy photo: RL_100314_D.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com ITCbastrop100114rl.pdf 1 Kent 10/2/14 2:42 PM Tiesa Hollaway of First American Title and Prickett of WCAoR REALTORS are off to the races for the Association’s Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt. Tiesa served as chair for the committee that planned the event.
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Amy Gomdy, left, of Realty Austin and Jim McCurdy of University Federal Credit Union are both excited about Patten Law Firm’s new, convenient location in Westlake’s Davenport Village. They congratulate Tiffany Stillwell, second from left, and Jill Smith, right, both of Patten Law Firm, on the grand opening. Buy photo: RL_100214_H.jpg at www.myRealtyLine.com
RE/MAX 1 agents Terri Thompson, Jona Ten Eyck, Gary Hill and Colleen Sellars with David Neely of Service First Mortgage and Kristy Smallwood of Gracy Title celebrate the end of the day at a company happy hour event at the Daily Grill. Submitted Photo
There is a lot of appreciation to go around at the HBA's 9th annual Elected Officials Appreciation BBQ. Alex Pettitt, center, of Spring Builders and Realty Line's Naomi Bludworth, left, express their appreciation of the HBA's Membership Director, Debbie Horridge, for all she does for its members and the industry.
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Realty Austin agent Haval Abbas and co-owner Jonathan Boatwright kick off the company's 10 year anniversary at its Hall of Fame luncheon at Perry's Steakhouse.
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Fara Kosari, Stephanie Richey and Terry Klein, all of Private Label Realty, and Cara Hawkins, second from left, of AmeriPro Funding look for a table where they can all sit together at the company’s “It’s Go Time” Conference.
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Realty Austin agents David Ristine, Ritch Haenke, and Danny Gallant catch up on water cooler chatter at the company's 10year anniversary Hall of Fame luncheon at Perry's Steakhouse.
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HBA President John Sparrow of Milestone Community Builders introduces dozens of elected officials attending the Association's annual Elected Officials Appreciation Night at the HBA's Phillips Event Center.
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Karen Block with Zounds Hearing Aids, Judy Maggio retired KEYE news anchor and her 92-years young father-in-law and Caroline Bickman also with Zounds Hearing Aids celebrate seniors at the National Senior Citizen's Day sponsored by Georgetown Mortgage.
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RE/MAX 1 agents Marie Dang-Schwartz and Michael and Shelly Kelly enjoy some down time at The Daily Grill.
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Kreg Conner, center, vice president of sales and marketing for M/I Homes, visits with longtime friends David Pavliska of RE/MAX and Patrick Easter of Easter and Easter REALTORS. Conner and Easter used to work together at AT&T.
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1700 Snyder Tr
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4
3
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October
$442,435
1704 Snyder Tr
3,256
4
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October
$449,756
1624 Snyder Tr
3,100
3
2½
1½ November
$425,468
1621 Snyder Tr
3,133
4
3½
2
November
$422,596
1617 Snyder Tr
3,518
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2½
2
December
$442,674
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11917 Terraza Circle
1,707
3
2½
2
Complete
$304,472
11813 Terraza Circle
1,707
3
2½
2
October
$338,113
11913 Terraza Circle
1,707
3
2½
2
November
$335,059
11909 Terraza Circle
2,089
3
3½
3
November
$337,167
11905 Terraza Circle
2,089
3
3½
3
November
$334,052
11901 Terraza Circle
1,707
3
2½
2
November
$331,535
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• Hwy 71 W. of Lakeway •
(512) 264-2001
5400 Lipan Apache Bend 2,887
4
3½
2
NOW
$481,707
5616 Cherokee Draw Rd
3,079
4
3
1
NOW
$525,375
6020 Gunnison Turn Rd
2,661
4
2½
1
October
$425,245
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18609 Tanner Bayou Lp
2,369
4
2½
2
November
$440,524
18613 Tanner Bayou Lp
2,922
4
3½
2
November
$483,321
HBA VP of Public Policy Harry Savio is glad to see Leander City Councilman Ron Abruzzese enjoying himself at the Association's annual Elected Officials Appreciation Night and BBQ Bash.
VISTANCIA • One-Acre Homesites • Hamilton Pool Rd. • (512) 829-5470 9413 Stratus Dr
2,967
4
3
1
November
$548,854
9324 Stratus Dr
3,841
4
3
1½ September
$640,339
9400 Stratus Dr
4,379
3
2
1½ October
$699,002
17601 Stratus Cv
4,593
4
3
2
$720,794
December
RIDGEVIEW • Final Phase • Hwy 290 near the Y • (512) 394-9938 8708 Old Corral
3,165
4
3½
2
NOW
8712 Whispering Tr
3,256
4
3
2
SOLD
8706 Whispering Tr
2,838
4
3½
1
December
$499,572
8624 Whispering Tr
2,736
4
2½
1
December
$499,673
SARATOGA HILLS • Dripping Springs
$523,146
• (512) 203-8298
480 Smarty Jones
4,373
5
4½
2
December
$728,037
423 Smarty Jones
5,284
5
5½
2
January
$783,203
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Andrea Niederhauser, Linda Scott, Kristina Foster, Dawn Dudley and Mary Miner, all of Nextage Lone Star Realty, are out for a tropical cruise on the WC REALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt. They’re aiming for those extra game points earned with themed costumes.
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State Rep Jason Isaac shows his support of the home building industry at the HBA's Elected Officials Appreciation Night and BBQ Bash where members welcomed him with open arms.
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Lee Whitaker, right, of Pacesetter Homes presents a check for $4,483 to Dr. Gary Winek, second from left, of Texas State University's Construction Management program where the HBA pledged a $25,000 endowment to the program. The check was presented at the HBA's Elected Officials Appreciation Night.
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Real Estate News & Notes office. “He is sharp, friendly, outgoing, with a mind for business. I doubt he’s ever met a stranger, and has a passion for helping others realize their dreams.” “I’ve learned Roddrick Muckelroy that what you do in the off season determines how well you do in season. The same is true for business - you can never stop learning or growing. I continue to gather all the information available, study the market, plan and prepare. The client will always come first.” RL
HBA’s Lakeway/Bee Cave Chapter makes donation to charity Recently, the Lakeway/Bee Cave Chapter of the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Greater Austin made a donation of $7,256.64 to local, Lake Travis charity group Families for Families. Gayle Berkbigler, co-founder of the Lakeway/Bee Cave Chapter and her co-committee member Lisa Hall of Service Tech presented the check at last month’s Chapter meeting. The annual golf tournament has been held for the last four years and proceeds from each tournament have been donated to local Lake Travis charities. Families for Families is an official non-profit organization started in September 2009 as an Eagle Scout project of Lake Travis High School
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NFL's Muckelroy joins Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS A graduate of The University of Texas at Austin and former NFL linebacker, Roddrick Muckelroy is now building a successful real estate career in the Austin and Round Rock markets. “A career in real estate is the perfect fit for me,” says Roddrick. “My time in the NFL and in the Texas football program awarded me great experience working as a team, spending days preparing, listening closely to others so that everyone succeeds. That is exactly how I plan to conduct business with my clients. As a team, a partnership, to help people accomplish their real estate goals.” “I immediately knew when I met Roddrick he would be a great fit for this business,” says Lisa Jacobson, vice president of sales for Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS’ Round Rock
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Students and has continued to be run and operated by Lake Travis High School Students. Families for Families helps local, Lake Travis families assist, or “adopt,” Lake Travis families in need during the holiday season. Most families receiving assistance have homes and cars but Christmas gifts are not possible without the generosity of other caring families. “We are all capable of helping someone in some way,” says a spokesman for Families for Families. “There is always someone in need more than us, and whether it is a neighbor that needs help with yard work or a little girl who cannot afford batteries, there is always a life that we can impact.” RL
Homebuilding activity is well underway at Tessera on Lake Travis, Austin’s newest master-planned community located on the north shore of Lake Travis in Lago Vista. The 875-acre community, developed by awardwinning real estate development company, Hines, offers an oasis of outdoor recreation and resort-caliber amenities with all of the conveniences of city living. Tessera is framed by Lake Travis to the south and the vast Balcones Canyonlands Wildlife Refuge to the west and north, which helps explain the active, vibrant outdoor-centric vibe of this new community. Tessera on Lake Travis’ first phase of development will include homes priced from the mid-$200’s by well-established builders, Highland Homes and Wilshire Homes, featuring
scenic lake and Hill Country views. Complementing Tessera on Lake Travis’ exceptional home offerings is a wealth of family-friendly amenities that have been tailored to take advantage of the community’s scenic surroundings. Tessera on Lake Travis’ first community pool and pavilion overlook Lake Travis and features a negative edge pool and patio where adults can relax and socialize while children cavort in the splash pool. Residents can also take advantage of more than four miles of dedicated trails with many more to come. Tessera on Lake Travis is located on FM 1431. Drop by the community to experience the breathtaking views firsthand, as well as the models by Highland and Wilshire. For additional information, please visit TesseraOnLakeTravis.com. RL
Village Builders celebrates new luxury model in Rim Rock Village Builders announces the grand opening of its newest model home in the popular Rim Rock community, in Driftwood. The home is part of its Provence collection, and its design captures the essence of pure Texas Hill Country with such features as metal accents and high roof pitches. Visitors are welcomed into an enclosed front courtyard that is defined by a covered approach and a front bedroom or study that can be an optional Casita. A combination of stone and stucco on the exterior with a brickaccented façade and simple massing creates a classic and welcoming persona in this 3,200-square-foot, 1 1/2-story home. The current phase in Rim Rock has just 35 homes, all on 1-2 acre lots with abundant trees. Each home includes attractive ameni-
ties such as stone and stucco exteriors, expansive outdoor living areas with fireplaces and kitchens, three-car garages, bonus rooms and luxury laundry rooms. Inside, these Village Builders homes include full hardwood flooring throughout, Kent More cabinets and topquality finishes in every room. Village Builders’ luxury homes in Rim Rock start in the $430s and range in size from 2,548 square feet to 3,599 square feet, plenty of room for any family. RL
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The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin donates almost $50,000 to Ronald McDonald House and Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas using funds generated from the sale of its Benefit Home in Blanco Vista in San Marcos.
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M/I Homes vice president Kreg Conner, far right, enjoys celebrating the grand opening at Paloma Lake with many representatives from the homebuilder’s other thriving communities. From left: Laura Coates, Ida Cuyler, J.R. Esquivel, Ursula Whitworth, Jamie Lindeman, Janet Moore, and Mark Lee. Buy photo: RL_100714_K.JPG at www.myRealtyLine.com
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Stephanie Timmons of Home City Real Estate and Janet Moore of M/I Homes show the No. 1 sign to indicate they have known each other since first grade in Georgetown. They visited at the Paloma Lake grand opening celebration in Round Rock.