How the Government Shut Down Could Effect the Real Estate Market

It’s not totally cut and dry on the government shutdown and it’s effects on the real estate market, but hopefully it will be resolved quickly. The last shut down occurred in 1997 and lasted 21 days. A long term shutdown would potentially hurt the real estate market because the feds would cut federal expenditures and interest rates could spike. Most believe the impact will hit the stock market as we have seen the last few days.

Owners who are selling their homes and home buyers should have minimal impact according to most experts unless the shut down lasts long term. Any buyers should contact their current lender to gauge their view on the process and ensure their loan can proceed as normal. Likewise, sellers can visit with their real estate agents so they can be in communication with the other brokers.

Let’s all hope for the best!

Urban Condo Near Downtown Austin 2205 N Lamar #111

Caswell Loft Condo For Sale, Austin, Tx

Check out this great Urban condo near the heart of Downtown Austin yet nestled away in trees across from Pease Park. The condo is a 1 bedroom 1 bath and features 11 Ft Tongue and groove ceilings with steel beams, stainless appliances, polished concrete floors, motorized window treatments, glass mosaic tiles, and large windows that illuminate the rooms with bright light. Incredible location, it’s close to UT, Caswell Tennis Courts, Seton Medical, and Downtown Austin. Hike and bike trails are across the street surrounding Shoal Creek. There is 1 reserved parking space (covered carport) that comes with unit and it is below the building. The Caswell Loft Condominiums are a low rise community tucked right off N Lamar in Central Austin. For More information including the price, contact Cari.

Cari Patterson -Broker
Vance J. Elliott Realty
1504 Aquarena Springs Dr., Ste. 204
http://www.vancejelliottrealty.com
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 353-3002 ex

t. 21
(512) 423-0698 Mbl.
(877)394-2877 Fax

Podcasts, Catching up on the Go

Are you always on the go and have a hard time finding time to catch that great radio show, pastor’s sermon or that audio book you have been trying to get to? This day and age there is really no excuse, just grab your ipod, ipad, or any MP3 player and listen on the go.

Have you heard of the podcast? A podcast is an audio or video program that lives on the Internet and can be downloaded to your computer as an mp3 file. Missed your favorite sermon from church or radio show? No worries, you can download them to your MP3 device and catch them when you are riding in your car, flying on a plane, taking that bus commute, or riding your bike to class.

Many people forget their device can be so useful and educational. MP3’s are not just for listing to music anymore. With over 2 million songs that can be downloaded on itunes, they now offer over 30,000 podcasts. I even listen to one of my favorite jazz musicians on his weekly podcasts. Keep current on the latest real estate trends, mortgage outlook, NPR, sports shows, college lectures, and the list goes on. The best part is podcasts are free.

Take a gander, see if there is anything to peak your interest and perhaps you will find this is a great resource to save you time while on the go! Let me know if you find a podcast I need to check out!

Cleansing for Success

Cleansing for Success

For many of us, life is like a race. Our daily routines and schedules are so packed full we never take time for ourselves to focus on health, wellness, and exercise. About 45 days ago I started a cleanse. This was not a traditional cleanse where you starve yourself and you drink fetid lemon cayenne water.
The cleanse was composed of healthy shakes, organic foods (including fruits and vegetables) and emphasized portion control. I eliminated sugar, gluten, dairy, soy, and alcohol for 30 days. I was only hungry at mealtimes, was equipped to make healthy desserts, and never felt deprived. Not only did I loose 10 lbs, I gained mental clarity, calmness, and confidence in myself.
This in turn has helped me be more efficient in working, accomplishing my goals, and being more relaxed when the storms of life hit me. Lets face it, you can’t avoid the bad news, stress, and disappointments of life; but how we react to them can alter and change our progress and growth. Take time for yourself and you will be surprised the difference it can make in your productivity.

If a small thing has the power to make you angry, does that not indicate something about your size? ~Sydney J. Harris

If you would like more information about the cleanse, feel free to email me, I will be happy to share.

cari@vancejelliottrealty.com

Cari Patterson -Broker
Vance J. Elliott Realty
1504 Aquarena Springs Dr., Ste. 204
http://www.vancejelliottrealty.com
San Marcos, TX 78667
(512) 353-3002 Xt. 21
(512) 423-0698 Mbl.
(877)394-2877 Fax