In our small-town community, we always strive to support Georgetown’s local businesses. Although, local isn’t always easy to find. To help you support our community, we’ve compiled a list of shops so you can shop local in Georgetown, TX:
To Wear:
- Adore Boutique
- 4410 Williams Drive, Ste. 102
- Hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
- Brazos Market
- 820 S. Austin Ave.
- Hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m.
- Diva Chicks Boutique
- 109 E. 7th Street
- Hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
- Mesquite Creek Outfitters
- 704 S. Austin Ave.
- Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 6 p.m.
- Pink Poppy ARTisans Boutique
- 114 W. 8th Street
- Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
- Threads Urban Collective Boutique
- 415 W. 10th Street
- Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Electronics:
- Georgetown TV & Audio
- 4201 E. University Ave.
- Hours: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
For the Home:
- Texas Bright Ideas
- 1013 W. University Ave., Ste. 225
- Hours: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Eats & Drinks:
Wine & More
- Georgetown Winery
- 715 S. Main Street
- Hours: Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 6 p.m.
- Stanzeski’s Cheese, Wine & Charcuterie
- 103 N. Austin Ave., Ste. 310
- Hours: Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Sweets
- Stellar Bakes
- 710 S. Austin Ave.
- Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 12 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
- Sugar Mommy’s
- 1501 Park Lane, Ste. 104
- Hours: Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
- Woops Bake Shop
- 1502 Rivery Blvd., Ste. 2155
- Hours: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Gift Baskets
- Texas Treats
- 107 Halmar Cove
- Hours: Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
These businesses are some of the best destinations to shop local in our community! However, this list is not comprehensive. Please contact us if you are looking for something in particular!
Now that the New Year has begun, there are many things to accomplish. They might be resolutions, or they might be friendly competitions, but one thing you might not have considered important is filing for a homestead exemption. If you are not sure what that is, we’ve got all the resources you need:
You might be wondering, “What is a homestead exemption?” To put it frankly, a homestead exemption is when you remove a portion of your home’s value from taxation. What does this do? It lowers your yearly property taxes! To qualify, the property you are applying for must be your primary residence – the address of the property must match the address on your driver’s license (as this is what you need to apply). Second, the home must have been purchased before January 1st of the current tax year – if it wasn’t, you have to wait an entire year before applying. However, once you have applied, you do not have to apply again unless you move and take up residence at a new property or the appraisal district asks for you to re-apply.
You must file the homestead exemption in the county which the property is located. Simply go to the county’s website and follow the instructions. Here are links to the Travis and Williamson County websites.
Now that you know what it is, you are probably wondering how and when you can apply. Depending on your county, you can deliver the application in person, mail it to the appraisal office or complete it online! You have from January 1st to April 30th to apply for the exemption.
Now that you understand the basics of a homestead exemption, it’s time to apply! Not sure you can do it alone? Contact us, and we would be happy to guide you through the application process today!