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JKB Realty Group 512.532.5005 www.JKBRealty.com 1 FEBRUARY 2016 CONSISTENTLY RATED ONE OF AUSTIN'S TOP REALTORS | $210M+ SALES | 750+ CLOSINGS | ESTABLISHED 2003 JKB Realty News Serving the Austin and surrounding communities Cherie Stacy Amanda Jessica Michael Austin-area single-family home sales and prices set all-time records in 2015, as well as records for the month of December 2015, according to the December 2015 and Year-End 2015 Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®. The 2016 President of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, explained, “Demand for Austin-area real estate was stronger than ever in 2015, primarily due to our region’s job and ongoing population growth. However, low housing inventory levels, rising home prices and high housing development costs have brought Austin’s housing affordability issues to critical levels. Median price for single-family homes in the Austin area increased nearly $30,000 in the last year alone.” “The Austin Board of REALTORS® plans to build upon the past year’s efforts to advocate for a more affordable Austin, which included supporting Mayor Adler’s Housing Our Heroes initiative and advocating for permanent tax relief for Austin homeowners at the polls last November. It’s crucial that Austin continues to make strides with pivotal policy issues in 2016 to improve the land development code through CodeNEXT and take next steps to achieve more stringent code enforcement.” “There are many opportunities, as well as many challenges, ahead in 2016,” Farmer concluded. “Austin residents can count on the Austin Board of REALTORS® to continue to work with the community and city leaders to advocate for policies that ensure everyone in Austin’s communities have a safe, affordable place to live.” 2015 sets all-time high for Austin-area home sales volume and prices Information provided by www.abor.com. Data release is the 20th of each month. For the most current information please call us on the 21st or after. TeraGilbert SENIOR MORTGAGE CONSULTANT LoansByTera.com | 512-828-6420 J.Noel PHOTOGRAPHER jnoelphotography.com Riverbend 360 4214 Capital of Texas Hwy N. Austin, TX 78746 Please RSVP to: [email protected] We’ll have snacks, eggs to hunt, a petting zoo, and the Easter Bunny for photos. Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Saturday, March 5, 2016 | 2pm - 4pm JessicaBruehl REALTOR® | BROKER JKBRealty.com | 512-532-5005 SAVE THE DATE

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C O N S I S T E N T LY R AT E D O N E O F A U S T I N ' S T O P R E A LT O R S | $210M+ SALES | 750+ CLOSINGS | ESTABLISHED 2003

JKB Realty NewsServing the Austin and surrounding communities

CherieStacy Amanda Jessica Michael

Austin-area single-family home sales and prices set all-time records in 2015, as well as records for the month of December 2015, according to the December 2015 and Year-End 2015 Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®.

The 2016 President of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, explained, “Demand for Austin-area real estate was stronger than ever in 2015, primarily due to our region’s job and ongoing population growth. However, low housing inventory levels, rising home prices and high housing development costs have brought Austin’s housing affordability issues to critical levels. Median price for single-family homes in the Austin area increased nearly $30,000 in the last year alone.”

“The Austin Board of REALTORS® plans to build upon the past year’s efforts to advocate for a more affordable Austin, which included supporting Mayor Adler’s Housing Our Heroes initiative and advocating for permanent tax relief for Austin homeowners at the polls last November. It’s crucial that Austin continues to make strides with pivotal policy issues in 2016 to improve the land development code through CodeNEXT and take next steps to achieve more stringent code enforcement.”

“There are many opportunities, as well as many challenges, ahead in 2016,” Farmer concluded. “Austin residents can count on the Austin Board of REALTORS® to continue to work with the community and city leaders to advocate for policies that ensure everyone in Austin’s communities have a safe, affordable place to live.”

2015 sets all-time high for Austin-areahome sales volume and prices

Information provided by www.abor.com. Data release is the 20th of each month.For the most current information please call us on the 21st or after.

TeraGilbertSENIOR MORTGAGE CONSULTANT

LoansByTera.com | 512-828-6420

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Riverbend 3604214 Capital of Texas Hwy N. Austin, TX 78746

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We’ll have snacks, eggs to hunt, a petting zoo, and the Easter Bunny for photos.

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2303 Quarry Rd.1,930 Sq Ft | 3 Bed | 3 Bath | 1 DIning | 2 Living

Great find in Deep Eddy/Tarrytown area! This large estate size lot (.27 acres) is located between Quarry Rd. and 12th St. and is extremely rare in that it offers front & rear access.The house features an open family room/kitchen area with an abundance of natural light, wood burning fireplace & recessed lighting. The kitchen is conveniently located between the 2 living spaces creating great flow. The fabulous upgraded master suite boasts vaulted ceilings, wood floors, double vanity, dressing area & an enormous steam shower. The huge park like backyard offers mature shade trees, endless possibilities and more than enough space to entertain your family & friends.

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This gorgeous cul-de-sac home is situated on a large .25 acre lot & features many recent upgrades. Recent improvements include an updated kitchen, tankless water heater, water softener, wood flooring, new light fixtures & fresh paint. The family room offers ceramic tile flooring, gas log fireplace & an abundance of natural light.

The fantastic kitchen features granite counters, custom tile back splash, stainless steel appliances including a built-in oven, microwave & gas cooktop, island, breakfast area, tons of cabinet space & a pantry.

The spa like master suite includes vaulted ceilings, double vanity with great counter space, soaking tub, separate shower & a walk-in closet.

The property also includes a second master suite with ensuite bath, light & bright office with hardwood floors, a spacious dining room with chair rail molding & a great mud room with built-in storage.

The amazing backyard is perfect for entertaining family & friends and boasts an extensive pergola covered patio, sparkling pool and tons of yard space.

2129 Clear Lake Place

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4304 RAVINE RIDGE TRAIL 4,570 Sq. Ft. | 4 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3 Living | 2 Dining | 3 Car Garage

Located on a sprawling 1 acre lot in the highly sought after Eanes ISD and zoned for Bridgepoint Elementary. Situated in a gated community & backs to a greenbelt overlooking the Austin Country Club golf course.

The wonderful open floorplan creates a great flow for entertaining. The home features designer lighting & paint, crown molding, high ceilings, recessed lighting & an abundance of natural light throughout.

The modern kitchen was designed by Jerri Kunz and boasts Silestone counters, stainless steel appliances including a 6 burner gas cooktop & a built-in Thermador refrigerator, soft close cabinets, huge center island, walk-in pantry with built-in shelving & more!

Feel at home in a master suite complete with coffered ceilings, sitting area, private access to the back patio & pool, enormous California closet, double vanity, Jacuzzi tub & a walk-in shower.

This impressive property also offers a spacious gameroom, golf course views from almost every room & all bedrooms are ensuite.

The fabulous outdoor living space features a huge covered patio with a built-in kitchen, sparkling pool & a sprawling yard. Your friends and family will never want to leave!

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KNOW OF A HOME FOR OUR BUYERS? IF SO, WE ‘D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Southwest or South Austin$330K Max

3+ Bedroom, 1100+ Sq Ft

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Apache Shores or Cuernavaca Area$450,000 or under

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Lake Point or Falconhead$450,000 or under

Single story with 4 bedrooms preferred

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Eanes ISDHill Country Middle School

$1.25M and under

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Are you thinking of buying your first home? You’re not alone, home sales in the Austin area have climbed year after year and 2016 looks like another good year for real estate. But we do realize it’s not an easy decision to make. After all, when you rent from someone else, it’s the landlord that takes care of any issues as they arise. You can move to another area of town or even to another city when your lease is up. Yet at some point you begin to realize that you’re missing out by not owning your own home. You can run the numbers and compare renting vs. buying but there are other benefits beyond the math. Here are just a few.

Perhaps the first thing you’ll notice when you own your first home is the pride of ownership. The home belongs to you and no one else. As home values increase, the equity belongs to you, not your landlord. When you drive away from your home each morning to go to work, the house you see belongs to you and you only.

You have control over how the home looks as well. Want a more vibrant entryway? A bold color in the hallway? New lighting in the dining room? You get to choose how the home looks and nothing really limits you other than your budget. How about a swimming pool in your backyard? Want a new deck? Having the control over what your home looks like and the amenities that go along with it is a major benefit to owning your own home.

In addition to having the control over your property, you also now belong to the community. You’re in a neighborhood now and you’re a member of the community. You no longer need to worry about renewing a lease or moving to another apartment building or having your rent raised each time you move. These advantages are just a few non-financial benefits owning your own home.

BENEFITS OF HOMEOWNERSHIP

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82,390 – Single-family homes sold, 5% more than Dec '14.

8$348,904 – Average price for single-family homes, 13% more than Dec '14.

857 – Average number of days single-family homes spent on the market, 1 day more than Dec '14.

85,214 – Active single-family home listings on the market, 3% more than Dec '14.

81,601 – Pending sales for single-family homes, 1% less than Dec '14.

82.2 – Months of inventory of single-family homes, unchanged compared to Dec '14.

8$833,880,560 – Total dollar volume of single-family properties sold, 19% more than Dec '14.

AUSTIN MLS AREADECEMBER 2015 HOUSING STATISTICS

AVERAGE HOME PRICE$270,00010%

HOMES SOLD2,3905%

AVERAGE DAYS ONMARKET1 Day

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One of the most cost-effective ways to prepare a home for sale is to organize it, but I know for many home sellers it’s no easy task. It’s important to contain and, in fact, erase clutter for three reasons:

• Gain more square footage• Showcase the positive features in the home• Buyers can visualize living in the space

Clutter comes in all different forms and it lingers in most homes. So if you see piles of paperwork, clothes on the floor, stuffed closets — it’s time to declutter! Here are some tips:

1. Start small. Organizing is an evolving process that changes as the needs change. Start small: One room, one closet, one corner. Just start somewhere! To make it count, tackle the first cluttered area a home buyer would see as they walk into the home.

2. Schedule it. Many times you never start the decluttering process because of time constraints. Schedule blocks of time (2-4 hours) or even just 15 minutes a day depending on what needs to be organized to make your goal a reality.

3. Find a home. One reason why clutter can build up in a home is if an item is homeless. Creating a place for each item in your home is a crucial part to obtaining an organized home. Of course, keeping the space in order only happens when you return an item back to it’s home after use.

4. Adopt “good habits.” By always returning an item home, you’re building in a maintenance system in your organizing process. Another good habit to adopt is to take 5-10 minutes every night and put items away. This way when you wake up in the morning, the house is ready to show off.

4 WAYS TO HELP TACKLE CLUTTER by Tori Toth, Realtor® Magazine

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103 Edgewater CoveCOMING SOON!

Beautiful, turnkey waterfront condo on Lake Travis! You can’t beat this deal! Fully furnished & ready for move in, just bring your clothes! The property also includes a private boat dock & lift w/storage! The open family room offers stained concrete floors, wood burning fireplace & recessed lighting.

The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, island, breakfast bar & an abundance of storage. The master suite includes private access to the balcony, huge walk-in closet & spacious tiled shower. Relax or entertain on the back covered patio while taking in the gorgeous hill country & lake views. You can even keep warm by the fire on those chilly nights at the community fire pit!

615 Cat Hollow Club Dr. #AAVAILABLE FOR SALE OR LEASE

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Features at a Glance:

• 4 BR/3.5 BA, 3,481 Square Feet

• Lakeside Home on Cul-de-sac

• Remodeled and Ready to go!

• Walk from your pool to the lake!

• Tons of decking for entertaining

• Walk to HOA tennis court

• Walk-in closets in every bedroom

• 2 Fireplaces

• Gameroom with wet bar

• Resurfaced Hardwood & Saltillo Floors

• Gorgeous Pool and Spa!!

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EVENTS CALENDAR

EVENTS & FESTIVALS6 12th Street East End Black Heritage Festival

Make your way over to Rosewood Park to celebrate Black History Month. All-day entertainment, food and fun.Rosewood Park Pavilion, Austin

6 Hot Rods and Hatters Festival & Car ShowA Live Rockabilly Music atmosphere sets the stage for hundreds of vintage cars entering in several different categories including Best Antique, Best Bike and Best in Show.Lockhart Municipal Courthouse, Lockhart

3-29 Sherwood Forest FaireA Renaissance festival featuring stage acts, merchant shops, food, fun rides & games for the whole family!US Hwy 290, approx. 35 miles east of Austin

20-21 Williamson County GemboreeFun for the entire family with exhibits, demonstrations, games, educational displays, fluorescent minerals, custom and designer jewelry.445 E. Morrow Street, Georgetown

26-29 Austin JugglefestAn event with workshops, games, demonstrations and shows featuring juggling, unicycling, and other circus arts.Texas School for the Deaf, Austin

27 Carnaval BrasileiroOne of the biggest Brazilian carnaval celebrations outside Brazil, the event features samba music, costumes, and wild abandon.Palmer Events Center, Austin

FOOD, ART & CULTURE1-14 Xanadu

A hilarious TONY Award-nominated musical based on the Universal Pictures cult classic movie.Palace Theater, Georgetown

1-28 TribesA play about sweet-natured Billy, who feels out of place in his deafness until a chance meeting helps him learn what it means to belong.Zach Scott Theatre, Austin

3 Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte CarloCelebrating its 40th Anniversary season, the allmale ballet group performs parodies of classical and contemporary dances like “Swan Lake.”The Long Center, Austin

6 TEXAS! A Horse OperaAustin Samba and special guests bring a show that takes the music and culture of Texas and throws in traditional Brazilian drum and dance.Stateside at the Paramount, Austin

10 Peppa Pig Live!Based on the top-rated Nick Jr. TV series, the live musical production will have songs old and new, plenty of dancing and jumping into mud puddles, and an interactive sing-a-long!ACL Live at the Moody Theater, Austin

16-18 Riverdance: 20th Anniversary TourThe Irish dance phenomenon returns in a blend of dance, music and song that has captivated audiences for two decades.The Long Center, Austin

18 Ruth ReichlThe bestselling author, food critic, and judge on “Top Chef Masters” shares stories about her culinary adventures.Paramount Theatre, Austin

17-29 MedeaAustin Shakespeare presents the 2500-year-old classic about power, family and revenge.Paramount Theatre, Austin

20 Lights, Camera...The Oscars!The Austin Symphony Orchestra will be joined by guest vocalists to perform music from Academy Award-winning films Rocky, Titanic, and many more!The Long Center, Austin

20 An Evening With Bobby BonesThe comedy show benefits Dell Children’s Medical Global Outreach - Haiti Program.The Paramount Theater, Austin

28 Peking Acrobats 30th Anniversary TourTrick-cycling, gravity defying displays, and incredible balancing maneuvers are just some of the amazing feats to witness at this graceful performance.The Long Center, Austin

28-29 BANFF Mountain Film Festival World TourWhole Earth Provision Co. presents this tour with films that explore remote landscapes and cultures in addition to exciting action sports. Proceeds will support Texas State Parks.Paramount Theater, Austin

SPORTS6 Cupid’s Chase 5K

Downtown Georgetown

6-7 20 Colors / 20 HoursRIZE Urban Cycling, Austin

14 Paramount Break-a-Leg 5KDowntown Austin

MUSIC11 Summer Is Forever II: Best Coast & Wavves

Stubbs Outdoor, Austin

12 Texas Country Kickoff IICedar Park Center, Cedar Park

13 Led Zeppelin 2Emo’s, Austin

18 British Regiments - United States Tour 2016Frank Erwin Center, Austin

SEARCH AND FIND MORE MUSIC EVENTS AT:

February

• Austin Live Music• Red7 Austin• Mohawk Austin

• Nutty Brown Cafe • Emo's Austin• The Continental Club

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