Shining a spotlight on my own professional shortcomings is, at first, about as pleasant as a lengthy dental appointment. It's like my old high school job of checking groceries, where every January the store manager would sit me down for a performance review. I'd go in all nervous, certain I would
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12/29/2010
Central Austin has soon as boom in luxury home construction in last 5-7 years, reviving some aging neighborhoods in the process. The product type is all over the map: the modern urban retreat is a common theme but so is the craftsman revival. Some of the prices are more comparable to estate homes
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12/28/2010
Austin's gala fundraiser season is opening strong with CulinArt 2011: A Gala of Surreal Fantasy. Hosted by the International Society of Event Specialists, the event has built a reputation for wow factor, with its unexpected entertainment and artistic approach to food. CulinArt is an event planner
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12/28/2010
The New Year's celebrations in Austin will continue, although this year the city won't be bringing throwing the famous First Night party to which we've become accustomed. A scaled-down, family-friendly event that is scheduled for between 8 and 10:30 pm, with the fireworks toward the end. KVUE.CO
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12/28/2010
Pending Taking Backups: Fabulous 4BR bargain in Scofield Farms, recent paint/carpet/finishes, Overview Maps Photos Features Neighborhood Market Stats $159,900 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1730 sqft Location 2304 Broughton CtAustin, TX 78727USA To get updates on
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12/28/2010
Homes for sale in Cedar Creek, Texas are appealing because of their proximity to Austin and the airport in particular. While the location is ideal, the landscape is pure country, with homes at many different price points featuring lots over one acre. I recently attended a housewarming dinner for
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12/26/2010
The laid back atmosphere and relaxing Blanco River lifestyle make Wimberley a natural choice for raising kids or for retirement. Known for its swimming holes and unique shops, Wimberley makes a great weekend getaway as well. The close-knit community is growing quickly yet retaining its one-of-a-
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12/26/2010
Homes for Sale in Manor, Texas are desirable because of their affordability, tollway access and small-town community feel. At the moment it is very much a home buyer's market in Manor because of the high number of homes for sale and the aggressively priced foreclosure and short sale options. Bel
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12/26/2010
After purchasing my own home last year, I've gotten around to fixing up just about every room except the dining. That room came with off-white walls and saltillo tile on the floor. There's a big bay window on one end (it used to be a one-car garage that was later convered into a dining room.) The
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12/26/2010
Here's a partial list of some of my favorite foreclosure deals in East Austin as of 12/22/2010. Foreclosures in East Austin: University Hills (Austin) foreclosure- under $134k, 1600+ sq ft, 3/2/2, fireplace, large front yard with trees, University Hills (Austin) foreclosure - under $122k, 1800+ s
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12/22/2010
