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![]() Home Improvement Projects to Save you MoneyHome improvement projects in this economy are all about getting the most bang for your buck. If you had planned a complete overhaul of your entire house and are not looking at a different financial situation, don’t despair. You can still get great home improvement results without breaking the bank. You just need to think about things in a different way and adjust your projects so they make financial sense. ![]() Counseling and Down Payment Assistance with the Austin Housing Finance CorporationIf you’re a first time homebuyer in Austin, Texas, there are quite a few resources available to you. Buying a home for the first time is very exciting but it can also be a time of confusion and stress. Making a large investment like a home purchase requires a lot of paperwork, approval processes and financial commitments. Fortunately, there are many programs and resources available to help you navigate this uncertain time. ![]() South By Southwest Music FestivalArt, Culture and Music in Austin Texas
One of the most sought out events in Austin’s busy social calendar each years is the South by Southwest Festival. What first started as a musical event has branched out to include art, culture and technology. It’s one of the largest musical festivals in the country and the 2008 festival brought in $110 million into the city. ![]() DIY MovingMany people hire moving companies to take care of the transportation of their things from one home to another. If you’re trying to save money or just don’t want to deal with the hassle of hiring someone, the do it yourself route is a great option. Moving yourself has a lot of steps involved and if you get them all to work according to your plan, you’ll have as stress-free of a move as possible. ![]() Obama's Home Rescue PlanHow You Can Save Yourself from Foreclosure?
If you’re facing foreclosure on your home, there is new hope on the horizon. As part of the stimulus program passed by Congress, the Home Affordable Modification program can help you save your home and preserve your credit. Getting the details on this program will help you decide whether or not it’s for you and give you the information you need to apply for it. ![]() Austin's We Make Stuff FestivalBringing Art, Music and Culture to Austin
On September 19th, Austin artists, musicians, vendors, fashion designers and other creative types will band together to bring the We Make Stuff Festival to Austin. From 7 pm to 12 am, the 21 and older crowd can gain access to a unique arts and crafts festival. This definitely isn’t your mother’s crafts fair! ![]() Get Organized for ChristmasThe holidays sneak up on us so fast each year. Christmas comes and goes and we swear we are going to make it so much easier next year by getting ready ahead of time, preparing as if our lives depended on it. However, how many of us actually fulfill that promise to ourselves to become more organized well before the holidays approach? ![]() James McMurtry: Austin OriginalAustin is known as the Live Music Capital of the World, and for good reason: its numerous live music venues and colorful local clubs offer seasoned professionals and up-and-coming bands the chance to perform for live audiences seven days a week throughout the year. ![]() How to Transplant a TreeThere are several reasons why you may want to move a tree to another location in your yard. Perhaps it has grown too large for its current location. Maybe you are merely doing some new landscaping and want a different tree species in that spot. Whatever the reason, consider carefully whether transplanting is a good idea. If not done properly with the care needed, the tree may not survive the shock or root damage that could occur. ![]() How to Scout Out Your New NeighborhoodMoving into a new neighborhood can be a scary prospect if you aren’t familiar with the area. A home’s neighborhood is so important that real estate values are in part determined upon the surrounding area.
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