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North Austin Area Events & Festivals – September 2018

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Events are a dime a dozen in an area as big as North Austin. What events and festivals are happening in September? Here’s a look at some of the most notable North Austin events and festivals to enjoy with your friends and family:

North Austin events

Splash Jam
Sept. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Enjoy live music, food concessions, inflatables, carnival games and rides, a washer tournament at 4 p.m. and fireworks at dusk. Swim in Milburn Pool from 1 to 8 p.m. – regular pool rates apply.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Sept. 5 from 3 to 6 p.m.
Recycling Center – 310 Deepwood Drive
Cost: FREE for City of Round Rock water utility customers. For non-resents, the cost to drop off materials is $40 per car.

Movies in the Park
Sept. 7 at 8 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Grab your family, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a screening Ratatouille. Food is welcome, but glass containers are prohibited.

Market Days on the Square
Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Georgetown Town Square
A variety of vendors set up tents around the town square for a day of shopping. Vendors include arts & crafts, jewelry, unique clothing, woodcrafts and more.

Pfurry Splash Party
Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Scott Mentzer Pool – Pflugerville
Cost: $5 per dog (cost includes two humans)

Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
City of Leander Public Works – 607 Municipal Drive, Leander
Cost: Free for Williamson County Residents

Brew for the Heart
Sept. 9 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Whitestone Brewery – 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. 5, Ste. 500
Cost: FREE
Beer, music and a raffle. The event benefits HeartGift.

Games on Main
Sept. 11, 18, 25 at 8 p.m.
Prete Main Street Plaza – Round Rock
Cost: $40
Meet up with some of your Round Rock neighbors to learn a variety of yard games: washers, corn hole, ladder golf and more. Only for ages 21+. Register here.

Movies in the Park
Sept. 14 at 7:45 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Grab your family, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a screening Cars 3. Food is welcome, but glass containers are prohibited.

Children’s Safety Seminar Hosted by Cedar Park Police
Sept. 15 from 12 to 8 p.m.
Hill Country Bible Church – 12124 RM 620
Cost: Free, but donations are appreciated
Self-defense tips for ages 3 to 18.

Old Town Summer Nights Final 2018 Event
Sept. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Old Town Leander – 100 N. Brushy Street
Cost: FREE
Concert, shopping opportunities, farmers market, the Leander Car Show and dining options.

Family Campout
Sept. 21 at 3:30 p.m. to September 22 at 11 a.m.
Old Settlers Park – Round Rock
Cost: $10-$15
Spend the night in Old Settlers Park! Each participant receives two meals, s’mores and a t-shirt. Register here.

Movies in the Park
Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Elizabeth Milburn Park – Cedar Park
Cost: FREE
Grab your family, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy a screening Despicable Me 3. Food is welcome, but glass containers are prohibited.

Georgetown Wine and Music Festival
Sept. 29 from 12 to 8 p.m.
Georgetown Town Square
Cost: $25 in advance, $35 at the event
Enjoy a night on The Most Beautiful Square in Texas while sipping on a taste of wine and beer from the participating businesses. Purchase tickets here.

Please note: This list is not comprehensive.

For events in Austin this September, click here.

Do you have any questions about North Austin and its communities? We are here for you. Contact our team anytime.

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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Fall Ever

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Fall is absolutely one of the most festive seasons of the year. While dressing up for Halloween or cooking your annual Thanksgiving meal are always on the fall to-do list, there are some lesser-known activities that will help you enjoy the season even more. What should you add to your list? This guide will help you have the best fall ever:

  • Make Apple Cider
  • Visit a Corn Maze
  • Go Apple Picking at a Local Orchard
  • Play Backyard Football
  • Visit a Chocolate Factory
  • Roast Marshmallows and Make S’mores
  • Go Hiking
  • Host a Bonfire
  • Go Pumpkin Picking
  • Go on a Fall Foliage Road Trip
  • Stay at a B&B with Views of Foliage
  • Try a New Pumpkin Recipe
  • Make a DIY Fall Front Door Wreath
  • Go to a Fall Festival – Oktoberfest anyone?
  • Paint or Carve Pumpkins
  • Go on a Hay Ride
  • Eat Candy Corn
  • Bake a Pie – Pumpkin or Pecan!
  • Attend a Football Game
  • Go to a Haunted House

Click here for a printable PDF.

This ultimate guide will ensure you have the best fall ever!

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New Housing Developments in the Pipeline for Georgetown

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Georgetown continues to be one of the fastest-growing cities in the Austin area and the nation, with an estimated population of 70,685 as of mid-2017, a 5.4 increase year-over-year. To accommodate the increase in residents, the city of Georgetown is increasing its housing inventory. In fact, the Georgetown City Council recently approved zoning for two new developments. What can you expect to see in the coming years? Here’s a look at Georgetown’s two new housing developments:

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Berry Creek Highlands is a 314-acre mixed-use community with plans to have around 1,500 residential units. Located on a massive site on the west side of State Highway 195 near the Sun City neighborhood, the developer is planning for the following: 211 acres of single-family residential development, 46 acres for multifamily residential use, including about 16 acres of higher-density multifamily development along SH 195 and 15 acres for commercial use. According to city zoning, the development could also include a new fire station, public parks and the site for a Jarrell Independent School District elementary school.

The second project, located on a bend in the Wolf Creek Ranch Parkway just north of the Wolf Ranch Town Center and west of I-35, was rezoned by the Georgetown City Council for a high-density multifamily residential development. The 13-acre development allows for 24 units per acre. However, the developer thinks the density may be closer to 18 to 20 units per acre, which would total 250 units.

Are you interested in one of these new housing developments? We would be happy to provide additional details. Thinking you want to move sooner? We can help. As longtime residents of the area, we have the knowledge and expertise of the local real estate market to guide and advise your home search. Give us a call today to get started!

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Tips to Get You and Your Kids Back-to-School Ready

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After a long and relaxing summer break, it can be hard to get your kids back in the swing of things. But, with a little preparation, you can get them back to a regular schedule in no time. How can you accomplish this? Here’s a look at a couple of tips to get you and your kids back-to-school ready:

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  • Get your kids back on a regular sleep schedule
  • Shop for school supplies – and don’t forget an agenda!
  • Set a routine – and stick to it!
  • Organize backpack & supplies
  • Set goals for the school year (other than good grades)
  • Designate a study space for your children
  • Keep a family calendar to organize holidays/activities. Take this one step further by using a color coding system to match family member to activity.

Curious what the academic calendar looks like this year? Here’s a look at the important dates for Georgetown ISD:

Aug. 7-15 – Teacher In-Service Day/Student Holiday
Aug. 16 – First Day of School
Sept. 3 – School Closed/Holiday
Sept. 21 – Teacher In-Service Day/Student Holiday
Oct. 11 – Early Release
Oct. 12-15 – School Closed/Holiday
Nov. 19-20 – Holiday – Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 3-7 – State Testing
Dec. 20 – Early Release
Dec. 21-Jan. 4 – Winter Break
Jan. 7 – Teacher In-Service Day/Student Holiday
Jan. 21 – School Closed/Holiday
Feb. 15 – Teacher In-Service Day/Student Holiday
Feb. 18 – School Closed/Holiday
Mar. 8 – Early Release
Mar. 11-15 – Spring Break
Mar. 22 – Early Release
Apr. 9-11 – State Testing
Apr. 18-19 – School Closed/Holiday
Apr. 22 – Comp Day/Student Holiday
May 6-17 – State Testing
May 27 – School Closed/Holiday
May 30 – Last Day of School
May 31 – Teacher In-Service Day

Click here for a printable version of the schedule.

And, Round Rock ISD:

Aug. 6-15 – Staff Development/Preparation
Aug. 16 – First Day of School
Sept. 3 – Labor Day/Holiday
Oct. 8-9 – Student Holiday/Staff Development/Teacher Work Day
Nov. 19-23 – Thanksgiving Break/Holiday
Dec. 19 – Last Day of Classes/First Semester Ends
Dec. 20-21 – Student Holiday/Staff Development/Teacher Work Day
Dec. 24-Jan.4 – Winter Break/Holiday
Jan. 7 – Student Holiday/Staff Development
Jan. 21 – MLK Day/ Holiday
Feb. 18-19 – Student Holiday/Staff Development
Mar. 18-22 – Spring Break/Holiday
Apr. 19 – Holiday
May 23 – Last Day of Classes/Second Semester Ends
May 24 – Teacher Work Day
May 27 – Memorial Day/Staff Holiday

Click here for a printable version of the schedule.

Looking for a different school district? Here’s a look at other Austin-area school district academic calendars: Austin ISD, Eanes ISD, Hays ISD, Lake Travis ISD, Leander ISD, Liberty Hill ISD and Pflugerville ISD. Simply click on the school district your children attend to view the calendar.

The back-to-school shopping season is fast-approaching. While you don’t have to get started quite yet, you can start making a list – do your children need new notebooks? A new backpack? Etc. While you can go to the local store and spend the afternoon shopping, there is a way to save some time and possibly money. Click here for information about shopping online and picking it up at the curb. Both Target and Walmart offer this new service!

Do you have any questions about the greater Austin area? We are here to help! Contact us today.

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6 Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Home Organized

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Are the high temperatures keeping you inside? We know how you feel, the Texas heat can be unbearable. While your inside, consider being productive. In other words, focus on a project like cleaning and decluttering and home. Although it may seem logical to go room-by-room, the professionals say this actually isn’t the best way to maintain order throughout the home. With that in mind, follow these six cleaning tips to keep your home organized:

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Go with your first instinct
Start by doing a complete sweep of your home and getting rid of things by merely listening to your first instinct. If the first thing that comes to your mind is, “get rid of it,” listen – your first instinct knows best.

Define yourself and your lifestyle
Think about where you are in your life now and where you want to go. If specific items don’t fit into your life (where it is now) – sorority sweater or something that literally doesn’t fit anymore – toss it. There is no use in keeping something that doesn’t serve a purpose.

Remove emotion
Many people hold onto items just for the sentimental value and that is entirely understandable. However, it isn’t good for clutter. When going through things, try to remove the emotion so you don’t feel bad throwing items out.

Be practical when buying organizers
Don’t buy an organizer until it serves a purpose. Otherwise, the organizer will become the clutter itself.

Maintain a regular schedule
To keep your home looking great after a major purge, keep a regular schedule to organize and clean each week. While tedious, you will be thankful you have an organizational system to keep everything in place.

Be mindful of what you buy
Shopping is fun. But, be mindful of what you buy – aka. Try not to bring clutter into the home. Only buy items that you know you need, use and love.

These six home cleaning tips will have your home organized before you know it!

Do you have any questions? Reach out anytime.

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4th of July Events in North Austin

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Everyone’s favorite red, white and blue holiday is nearly here! Do you have any festive plans this 4th of July? Just because Independence Day is on a Wednesday this year, doesn’t mean you can’t have a little fun. With that in mind, here are some north Austin patriotic events to enjoy with the entire family:

Cedar Park Fourth of July Parade & Celebration
Parade Time: 10 a.m.
Parade Route: Along Discovery Blvd from H-E-B Center to the Recreation Center
Celebration Time: 5 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Celebration Location: Elizabeth Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd. – Milburn Pool is open from 1 to 8 p.m.
Celebration Free Festivities: live music, bingo, watermelon, firework displays, etc.
Celebration Festivities (with fees): food concessions, face painting and carnival games and rides

Pflugerville Pfirecracker Pfestival
The Pfield – Pflugerville
5 to 9:30 p.m.
Pfamily Pfriendly Activities: games, crafts, face painting, live music, 16 food trucks, etc.

July Fourth Frontier Days Celebration
Old Settler’s Park – Round Rock
Parade Time: 10 a.m.
Festival Time: 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Festival Location: Old Settler’s Park
Celebration Festivities: fireworks, carnival rides, jalapeno pepper eating contest, Swifty Swine pig races, Sam Bass shootout and more.

Leander Liberty Fest
Leander
Music Starts: 3:30 p.m.
Fireworks: 9:10 p.m.
Live Music: Casey Donahew & Stoney Larue
Festival Activities: food and craft vendors, children’s activities and more.

Sertoma’s 4th of July
San Gabriel Park – Georgetown
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Celebration Festivities: 60 arts and craft booths, 20 vendors, kiddie rides, bounce houses, games, petting zoo and more.

We hope you enjoy a memorable 4th of July holiday with your friends and family!

Do you have any questions about Austin and its surrounding areas? Are you or someone you know thinking about buying or selling? Give our team a call. We are always available to lend a helping hand.

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The Ultimate Guide: 2018 Round Rock Express

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With baseball season in full swing, no activity sounds better than a night at the ballpark cheering our hometown Round Rock Express to victory! What’s the schedule for this year? How much are tickets? What theme nights and concerts are coming up? We have the details!

Oh, and we also have four season tickets to seats right behind home plate!! These seats come with two free parking passes and are available to YOU on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact us to reserve these tickets today!

Round Rock Express 2018 Schedule:

Round Rock Express

Photo Courtesy: Round Rock Express Website

 

Ticket Options & Prices:

  • Lawn Seating: $8
  • Infield Reserved Seating: $18
  • Rockers: $16
  • Reserved: $16
  • Home Run Porch: $12.99
  • Premium Seating Powered by Dell: $35
  • 4 Tops Seating: $30

Where are these seats located? Here’s a layout of the ballpark:

Round Rock Express

Photo Courtesy: Round Rock Express Website

Discounts are given to the following groups:

  • Senior Citizens (60 and over) – $1 discount
  • Children under 12 – $1 discount
  • Military personnel (with valid ID) – half-price tickets
  • Children 2 and under – free
  • Group of 20 or more

To save a little money, buy your tickets online by clicking here. Or, go on a Tuesday when tickets are half-price!

Do you want to go to more than one a game a year? Maybe you’re an avid fan and want to attend them all! If this is the case, you can buy season tickets! Take a look at your options below:

  • Full Season Membership – 70 games, sections 110-128
    • Gold Glove: $630
      • What you get: full season admission, same great seat location for all the games in the plan, significant savings off individual game pricing, priority on postseason games, unused ticket exchange, online ticket management, 25% discount in the Railyard Team Store, end-of-season appreciation party, season membership refill cup, preseason meet-the-team party, season membership cap & pin and VIP early entry gate
    • All-Star: $840
      • What you get: everything in Gold Glove plus a parking pass include per seat ($10/game value), Intel Club membership included per seat ($5/game value) and personalized nameplates on each seat.
  • Fireworks Membership– 22 games (typically the Fireworks Fridays), sections 110-128
    • Fireworks Plus: $220
      • What you get: 22-game admission, same great seat location for all the games in the plan, significant savings off individual game prices, priority on postseason games, unused ticket exchange, online ticket management, 15% discount in the Railyard Team Store and end-of-season appreciation party
    • Fireworks Platinum: $352
      • What you get: everything in Fireworks Plus, as well as a parking pass included per seat ($10/game value) and Intel Club membership, included per seat ($5/game value)
  • Family Plan – 6 tickets for all Monday to Thursday games (37 total games) – excludes July 3
    • Cost: $300
    • Details: personalized membership card, redeemable Day of Game only and great for families, friends and neighbors
  • Flex Plan– 10 ticket vouchers to use anytime over the season
    • Cost: $120 per season
    • Details: Flexibility to select games, reserved seat to any regular season game, big savings (up to $45 off individual day-of-game ticket pricing)

2018 Theme Nights

Head out on the dates below to experience the game with a fun theme! These nights are perfect for children:

May 30
May 31
June 1
June 2		 7:05 p.m.

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 Nashville Honky Tonks Battle for the Boot Championship
June 16 6:05 p.m. Fresno Grizzlies 90s Nickelodeon Night
June 17 1:05 p.m. Fresno Grizzlies Copa de la Diversión
June 18 7:05 p.m. Fresno Grizzlies Princess Night
June 25 7:05 p.m. Omaha Storm Chasers Stranger Things Night
June 27 7:05 p.m. Omaha Storm Chasers Superhero Night
June 30 7:05 p.m. Colorado Springs Sky Sox Win a Used Car Night
July 14 6:05 p.m. Oklahoma City Dodgers 80s Night
July 26 7:05 p.m. Tacoma Rainiers The Office Tribute Night
July 28 7:05 p.m. Reno Aces Brooks Conrad Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
July 29 6:05 p.m. Reno Aces Copa de la Diversión
July 30 7:05 p.m. Reno Aces Harry Potter Night
August 9 7:05 p.m. Omaha Storm Chasers Augtoberfest
August 24 7:05 p.m. New Orleans Baby Cakes Renaissance Night
August 26 6:05 p.m. New Orleans Baby Cakes Copa de la Diversión
August 30 7:05 p.m. Memphis Redbirds Fan Appreciation Night

 

2018 Concerts

A baseball game with a concert to follow is the perfect night out this summer! Here’s a look at this year’s upcoming concerts:

June 16 6:05 p.m. Fresno Grizzlies Zoodust
July 15 6:05 p.m. Oklahoma City Dodgers The Spazmatics
August 11 6:05 p.m. Omaha Storm Chasers Bob Schneider

 

At the conclusion of the game, fans are invited down to the outfield to enjoy the show from the centerfield stage – the concert is included with the price of a game ticket.

Don’t forget to contact us to reserve tickets to the game!

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Road Trip to These Destinations Around Austin

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Warming temperatures and longer days all signal one thing: summer is right around the corner! Whether you’re planning a trip for the family when the kids are out for the summer or you’re looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with your significant other, there is no better vacation than a road trip!

To help you plan, here’s a look at some of the best destinations around the Austin area – along with the distance (from Austin’s city center) and what you should see while you’re there:

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San Antonio
Distance: 80 miles
What to see: Riverwalk, Alamo, San Antonio Missions NHP, San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Museum of Art, McNay Art Museum, Briscoe Western Art Museum, Botanical Garden, Japanese Tea Garden

Wimberley
Distance: 37 miles
What to see: Bootiful Wimberley, Blue Hole and Jacob’s Well, Wimberley Market Days, Corral Theatre

Johnson City
Distance: 48 miles
What to see: LBJ Ranch National Historic Park (“The Texas White House”), Sauer-Beckmann Farmstead, Exotic Resort Zoo, Pedernales Falls State Park, Hill Country Science Mill, Local Brewery, Distillery or Winery

Fredericksburg
Distance: 78 miles
What to see: Pioneer Museum, Main Street shopping, Wineries, Luckenbach, Enchanted Rock, National Museum of the Pacific War, Wildseed Farms

Waco
Distance: 102 miles
What to see: Waco Mammoth Site, Texas Sports Hall of Fame, Dr. Pepper Museum, Magnolia Market, Magnolia Table

New Braunfels
Distance: 49 miles
What to see: Schlitterbahn, Tubing the Guadalupe River, Animal World and Snake Farm, Railroad Museum, Landa Park, Stars and Stripes Drive-In Theatre

La Grange
Distance: 66 miles
What to see: Old Fayette County Jail, TX Quilt Museum, TX Czech Heritage & Cultural Center, Historic Faison House, Monument Hill and Kreische Brewery State Historic Sites, Jersey Barnyard, Swiss Alp Dance Hall, Weikel’s (award-winning kolaches)

Marble Falls
Distance: 49 miles
What to see: Sweet Berry Farm, Balcones Canyonlands, National Wildlife Refuge, Krause Springs, Hidden Falls Adventure Park, Blue Bonnet Cafe

A fun-filled vacation is just a road trip away! All of us at Team Excellence wish you a memorable summer with your family and friends!

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List Your Home in May for a Quick, Top-Dollar Sale

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If you know real estate, you likely also know that spring and summer are the best times to sell. However, if you list your home during a specific two-week window you could speed up your home sale and earn an average of $2,400 more than if you decided to list another time of year. When is this two-week window? Lucky for you, it’s coming up! In fact, a new Zillow report found that the first two weeks of May are the prime period for U.S. sellers to list their home.

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As this date is fast-approaching, we thought we would provide some tips to get your home ready to sell in late spring or summer!

  1. Refresh your curb appeal. Clean up the front yard, add a wreath to the front door, add a fresh coat of paint to the home’s exterior, replace the house numbers, add potted plants to the porch, etc. Creating a welcoming front yard is the key to a great first impression!
  2. Declutter all living areas. Remove all Knick knacks and unnecessary items from your home’s décor. A cluttered space is unappealing to potential buyers.
  3. Depersonalize each room. Take all personal items in your home – especially pictures of your family – and pack them. Removing all personal touches allows the buyer to picture themselves and their belongings in the home.
  4. Repaint walls in neutral tones. Buy a neutral hue and repaint the main living areas within the home. Neutral colors make a home appear larger, open and clean. Great color options include greige, beige, tan, gray, ivory, etc.
  5. Touch-up the walls. Paint over any scuffs or missing paint chips on the walls, baseboards and doors throughout your home – except the rooms you just repainted. To ensure the color matches, chip off a little paint and take it to your local Home Depot or Lowe’s. Their paint professionals should be able to match the color.
  6. Repair or replace any loose or damaged handles. While this may be a small thing in your eyes, a loose or damaged handle may make a potential buyer question what else needs to be repaired in the home.
  7. Remove bad odors. The slightest bad odor has the possibility to turn-off a potential buyer. Invite over a friend or your real estate agent and ask if they detect any bad odors. If they do, deep clean the entire home and add candles, potpourri, etc.
  8. Deep clean each room of the home. Your home should be the cleanest it has ever been and remain that way the entire time it is on the market. To do this, shampoo the carpets, wax the hardwood floors, make the counters shine, etc.
  9. Pack away any valuables. During home showings, a buyer will go through every room and closet within your home. To ensure nothing goes missing, pack away anything you don’t want to lose before any home showings or open houses.

Consider renting a storage unit while your home is on the market. A storage unit is a great place to store personal items, valuables and other clutter. Plus, it removes these items from any closets and storage rooms within your home – areas potential buyers will check when at a showing.

Are you ready to list your home? Contact our team! We are always available to lend a helping hand!

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Energy-Efficient Tips That’ll Save You Money This Summer

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As the weather heats up in the Central Texas area, keep in mind there are ways to reduce the cost of that hefty summer energy bill headed your way. These energy-efficient tips should help save you money this summer:

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  1. Washing your clothes in cold water could save you up to $63 a year.
  2. Install a Nest Thermostat to save nearly 10 percent on heating and cooling costs.
  3. Turn off all lights, appliances and electronics you are not using. A power strip is an easy way to help you turn off multiple items at once. Not only will this save money on electricity, but it will likely also decrease the amount of heat released in your home.
  4. Replace your current light bulbs with an energy-efficient option. These not only last longer, but they also reduce your energy by about 30 to 80 percent. Energy-efficient options include halogen incandescent, CFLs and LEDs.
  5. The ENERGY STAR label, placed on a wide range of consumer products by the government, can save you up to 30 percent on your electricity bills. Look for this sticker when shopping for light bulbs, appliances, etc.
  6. Save money on your water bill by installing low-flow faucets and showerheads.
  7. Change your air filter to ensure easy flow and less strain on your air conditioner. The dirtier the filter, the harder the A/C has to work.
  8. Set your water heater to 130 degrees Fahrenheit and wrap the storage tank in a specially-designed blanket to retain the heat.
  9. Buy window shades and blinds. Close them during the summer months to keep the hot sun rays out – keeping the home cooler – and open them up in the winter to bring in the warm rays.
  10. Sealing air leaks and ensuring proper insulation can save you up to 20 percent on your heating and cooling bills.

How do you know where you can save money? Contact a local professional in your area to come out and perform an energy audit. This evaluation will show you the inefficiencies and wasted energy in your home. These professionals typically charge by square footage or by the hour. With this information in hand, you are now well on your way to decreasing your energy bill and footprint this summer.

Have questions about these energy-efficient tips? Looking for a professional to come out and evaluate your home? Give us a call. We would be more than happy to connect you with an experienced and reliable professional in the Central Texas area.

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