Dianne Bartlett's Lakeway Lake Travis Real Estate Blog

Dianne Bartlett's Lakeway Lake Travis Real Estate Blog http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/ Dianne Bartlett, Broker Associate at Keller Williams Realty and long time Lake Travis resident writes about Lakeway and Lake Travis real estate and what it's like to live in the area. en-us http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1429310/round-rock-texas-cat-hollow-home-for-sale Round Rock Texas Cat Hollow Home for Sale <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Cat Hollow home for sale living room" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/2/3/5/2/ar126331689725323.jpg" height="240" alt="Cat Hollow home for sale living room" width="320" /><strong>Round Rock Texas Cat Hollow Home for Sale.  </strong>New listing in <em>Cat Hollow </em>on the market priced less than what you have been seeing lately!  Many updates on this home include gleaming dark wood floors plus shining slate tile.  Recent carpet, paint, roof and garage doors add to the updated feel of this home.</p> <p> </p> <p>You'll appreciate the floor plan with over 2500 square feet of living space.  A huge kitchen with a pass-through bar opens up to a friendly family room with a gas log fireplace and soaring ceilings.  The master bedroom is downstairs with a private bath, double vanity, separate shower and garden tub.</p> <p> </p> <p>Upstairs is a generous game room plus 3 large bedrooms.  You'll love the spacious, floored, attic storage.  This popular floor plan is sure to meet your needs.</p> <p> </p> <p>The home is located in coveted <em>Cat Hollow</em>, and children in this neighborhood attend award-winning Round Rock schools.  Older students go to McNeil High School - home of the Mavericks.  <em>Cat Hollow </em>also has a wonderful neighborhood park with a swimming pool, playground, tennis courts, basketball courts and walking trails.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Cat Hollow Playground" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/1/6/1/7/ar126331700971612.jpg" height="240" alt="Cat Hollow Playground" width="320" /></p> <p>For more information on this listing, <a href="http://www.lthomes.com" title="Round Rock homes for sale">click here</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>To see what your home may be worth, <a href="http://www.dbmaxvalue.com" title="What is my home worth?">click here</a>.</p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Tue, 12 Jan 2010 11:27:26 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1429310/round-rock-texas-cat-hollow-home-for-sale http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1391699/103-birdie-drive-in-lakeway-texas-is-a-jaw-dropping-bargain- 103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas is a Jaw-Dropping Bargain! <p> </p> <p><strong>103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas is a Jaw-Dropping Bargain!  </strong>This little <em>birdie</em> has a secret - and it's a good one for the buyer.  At just $265,000, your<em> jaw will drop </em>when you see inside this luxurious corner-lot, stand-alone, garden home.  Rich wood beams and soaring ceilings in the living room and overlooking loft provide that open, spacious feel of a much larger estate home.</p> <p> </p> <p>A complete remodel includes custom cabinets, tile floor and counters, stainless appliances and a gourmet kitchen.  You'll love the private master bedroom with morning light and its own patio.  Great in-law floor plan with 2 extra bedrooms upstairs.  Over 2000 square feet of living for this <em>bargain</em> price in <em>Lakeway, Texas.</em></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>103 Birdie Drive</strong> allows you to live in the Lake Travis ISD for less.</p> <p> </p> <p>Call today for a no-obligation showing.</p> <p> </p> <p>Want to know what homes in the area are selling for?  Click here for an <a href="http://www.dbmaxvalue.com" title="Instant Market Snapshot"><strong>Instant Market Snapshot</strong></a>.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas front" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/6/9/5/0/ar126116455405968.jpg" height="240" alt="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas front" width="320" /><img title="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas living" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/9/2/0/2/ar126116462720294.jpg" height="240" alt="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas living" width="320" /><img title="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas kitchen" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/0/4/9/3/ar126116466939402.jpg" height="240" alt="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas kitchen" width="320" /><img title="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas patio" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/3/6/8/7/ar126116471278633.jpg" height="278" alt="103 Birdie Drive in Lakeway Texas patio" width="370" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:34:00 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1391699/103-birdie-drive-in-lakeway-texas-is-a-jaw-dropping-bargain- http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1382402/visualizing-and-nevillizing-your-goals-it-really-does-work- Visualizing and Nevillizing Your Goals - It Really Does Work! <p> </p> <p><strong>Visualizing and Nevillizing Your Goals - It Really Does Work!</strong>  After just 6 short days of describing on paper my ideal life as if it were already true, events are already happening to propel me toward that reality.  In my <a href="http://www.lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com" title="Lakeway Lake Travis Texas Real Estate Blog">blog post</a> on December 9th, I talked about how Jack Canfield had re-inspired me to <strong>visualize my goals</strong>.  As I focused in on what I want to have already happened by January 22nd, 2010 (a random date I picked), I began daily journal entries describing how much money I would have in the bank, what activities I would be doing with my family and how happy we would be.  I also described how my listings were selling and how new business was coming to me.  One of my dreams is to sell one of my investment properties - so I described that as happening, too, and I <strong>visualized</strong> me signing the closing papers and deposting the large proceeds check at the bank.</p> <p> </p> <p>I have tenants in all my rent houses, and a week ago, I wasn't sure how I would actually sell one of them.  Plus, the market is at a low point in the neighborhoods where the houses are.  One of the things that Jack Canfield reminds us to do is to take action even as you are <strong>visualizing your goals.</strong>  When one of my tenants had not paid the rent for December, I took the initiative to drive over to the house (when he didn't return my phone calls).  I was stunned to see a moving truck in the driveway, only to find out that his girlfriend was moving back in.  I spoke with both of them about getting caught back up on the rent.  (Who wants to put a family out right before Christmas??)  After 4 days, though, they still had not paid a dime in rent.  It was time for me to take action.  My son asked me why I was more charitable to a family I didn't even know than to my own family.  Wow!  That really hit home.  No one gets a free ride in my household - why was I giving a free ride to a tenant who chronically paid rent weeks after it was due and wouldn't even take care of the property?  I prepared an eviction letter and carried it over to the house.  The girlfriend actually looked relieved.  She said she was sorry she had moved back in because it wasn't working out anyway.</p> <p> </p> <p>I now have a concrete plan to get this house sold.  In 6 days, I went from dreaming about having my equity out of one of my investments to actually taking steps to make it happen.  None of this could have taken place if I hadn't spent the last 6 days <strong>visualizing and nevillizing this goa</strong>l.  Oh, are you wondering what <strong>nevillizing</strong> is?  Joe Vitale used the phrase to pay homage to Neville Goddard, a Barbados mystic who believed that you can create your reality through your imagination.  The trick is to <strong>visualize</strong> your goals as already achieved AND to feel the good feelings that would be evoked from that achievement.  One way to practice this methodology is to describe your ideal life on paper each day.</p> <p> </p> <p>I knew that goal achievement has to involve action, and frankly, who can be motivated to kick out a tenant?  I've got to tell you, though, that the words that came out of my mouth when navigating this potentially unpleasant situation felt like they didn't even come from me.  I'm not normally a very articulate person, and I don't do analogies well.  However, when I spoke with my tenants about moving out immediately, I was surprised at how calmly assertive I was and entirely fair.  I can only believe that these inspired words came out because they were coming from my true desire for a better life.  I can even <strong>visualize</strong> a better life for my tenants as they find a more affordable place to live where life doesn't have to be such a struggle for them.</p> <p> </p> <p>If there is something that you want in your life or some goal you want to achieve, I encourage you to practice <strong>visualizing and nevillizing</strong> every day.  <strong>It really does work!</strong></p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:54:35 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1382402/visualizing-and-nevillizing-your-goals-it-really-does-work- http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1385738/trade-up-5-reasons-why-this-is-the-best-market-to-upgrade- TRADE UP! 5 Reasons why this is the BEST market to upgrade! <p><p> </p> <p>Hey Austin, Texas!  Daniel, a real estate broker in California, gives concrete reasons why now is the time to sell your existing house and trade-up to your dream home.  While our numbers aren't as big as California, the money you will save by acting now is just as substantial.  If you've been waiting to make a move - read on to find out why your window of opportunity just may be closing.</p></p><div>Via <b><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/1381037/trade-up-5-reasons-why-this-is-the-best-market-to-upgrade-">Daniel Dima Batsalkin (Boulevard Realty)</a></b>:<br /><blockquote><p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Have you thought about getting that bigger, better house in a better neighborhood?  </strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/7/3/6/4/ar126059820946373.jpg" height="217" alt="" width="264" /></p> <p><span><strong>NOW IS THE TIME!</strong></span></p> <p>Whether you need more space, want to upgrade your location, or for any other reason, the current real estate market presents a unique opportunity to capitalize by trading up! </p> <p><strong><span>5 reasons why this is the best market to trade up!</span></strong></p> <p><strong>1. You will make money NOW on the trade!  </strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Here's how this works. You currently own a condo that was worth $1,000,000 three years ago, and now it's worth $700,000 (that's right, it's gone down 30%!).  You may be thinking, I've lost $300,000, right?  <em>Wrong!</em>  </p> <p>What you do is go out and sell your condo and purchase the home of your dreams for $1,400,000.  That house, three years ago, was worth $2,000,000 and you probably couldn't have afforded it.  By buying it now, what you've just done is bought your new home at a $600,000 discount!  Just like that, on the trade, you've made $300,000!  This doesn't even take into account the money you'll save on property taxes because you're paying taxes on a $1.4M house, and not on a $2M house.</p> <p><strong>2. ... AND you will make money LATER when you sell your new home!</strong></p> <p>OK you've listened to my advice, bought that new home of your dreams and traded up. YES!  Fast forward five years and the real estate market has gone up 20%.  Let's take a look at what has happened.  Your old condo is now worth $840,000, for a $140K gain over today's value.  Your new home is worth $1,680,000, or $280,000 more than when you bought it today.  Just like that, you've made an extra $140,000 on the trade!</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/9/1/1/ar126059846511948.jpg" height="168" alt="Your New Dream Home!" width="243" /><strong>3. You can likely buy a house you otherwise could not have afforded, and may not be able to afford again!</strong></p> <p>Going back to my example above, you probably couldn't have afforded that $2M house three years ago when you bought your condo.  You also may not be able to afford it again in 3 - 5 years when the market rebounds. If you've been dreaming about a bigger home or one in a nicer area, now is really the time to capitalize.</p> <p><strong>4. It's much easier to trade up in a down market than in an escalating market!</strong></p> <p>I've had clients say that they will trade up when the market "goes back up."  Let's take a close look at that.  Let's say that 5 years from now, the market is back up 20% from today's values.  You then sell your condo for $840,000 and your dream home is now worth $1,680,000.  You've gained $140K on your condo (from today's values) BUT your dream home is now worth $280,000 more!  That means that, by waiting, you've now spent an extra $140K to buy that house!</p> <p><strong>5. You'll probably get a better house by trading up in a down market!</strong></p> <p>The current market presents some very unique opportunities.  In most areas, inventory is pretty high and buyers have a lot of great choices.  By shopping in this market, you can really get the home of your dreams and take your pick of all the inventory available.  In most cases, you can get a good deal on a great property in a terrific area.</p> <p><strong>The bottom line is that if you can afford it, now is a terrific time to upgrade!  Interest rates remain at historic lows and there is plenty of financing available.</strong></p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p><span><span>---------------------------------------------------</span></span></p> <p><span><span>Specializing in </span></span><span><strong><span><span>Los Angeles</span></span></strong></span><span><span> area residential real estate, including </span></span><span><strong><span><span>Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Bel Air, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Valley Village, Studio City, Encino, Tarzana</span></span></strong></span><span><span> and more!</span></span></p> <p><span><strong><span><span><span>Hire me</span></span></span></strong></span><span><span><span> or <strong><span>send me a referral</span></strong> </span></span></span><span><span>because I have a </span></span><span><strong><span><span>defined and proven plan of action</span></span></strong></span><span><span> that I follow every day to help my clients achieve their real estate goals!<br /></span></span></p> <p><span>---------------------------------------------------</span></p> <p><span><strong><span><span>DANIEL DIMA BATSALKIN</span></span></strong></span></p> <p><span><span>Principal Broker | C.E.O. | Boulevard Realty</span></span></p> <p><span><span>310.933.4281 | dima@blvdrealty.com</span></span></p> <p><span><a href="http://www.blvdrealty.com"><span><span>www.blvdrealty.com</span></span></a></span></p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/8/7/9/3/ar126085464339786.jpg" height="36" alt="Boulevard Realty" width="125" /></p></div></blockquote></div><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:28:56 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1385738/trade-up-5-reasons-why-this-is-the-best-market-to-upgrade- http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1384506/lake-travis-lake-levels-still-low-and-hindering-waterfront-home-sales Lake Travis Lake Levels Still Low and Hindering Waterfront Home Sales <p> </p> <p><strong>Lake Travis Lake Levels Still Low and Hindering Waterfront Home Sales.</strong>  The elevation of <strong>Lake Travis</strong> today is 654 feet msl.  This summer, the lake reached historic lows due to exceptional drought but rain this fall helped raise the lake over 15 feet to date.  Many area home owners think the <strong>lake levels</strong> are nearly back to normal but this is not the case.</p> <p> </p> <p>Area news stations report <strong>lake levels</strong> daily and give a misleading view of how low the <strong>lake</strong> remains because they report how many feet below "average" the<strong> level </strong>is for that day.  Average does not mean full.  <strong>Lake Travis</strong> fluctuates from its full pool elevation of 681 feet, and the "average level for December over the years is 668.  At 668 feet, the <strong>lake</strong> is still 13 feet below full.<img title="Lake Travis lake levels still low" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/9/5/2/6/ar126081982562595.jpg" height="240" alt="Lake Travis lake levels still low" width="320" /></p> <p> </p> <p>Any <strong>lake level</strong> at <strong>Lake Travis</strong> below 681 feet means dry coves, longer walks to the water, steeper drops from cliffs and harder-to-navigage boat ramps.  <strong>Waterfront home</strong> owners suffer a loss of property value when the <strong>lake</strong> is anywhere below full.  Views retreat, neighboring docks compete for space and access to the water decreases.  Trespassers also take advantage of low levels when they have access across exposed land to reach private property that is normally inaccessible.</p> <p> </p> <p>The truth is:  <strong>Lake Travis</strong> is over 25 feet too low!  25 vertical feet of water is missing from the lake due to drought.  Rainfall has been infrequent in the last several weeks and inflow rates are declining.  There is no significant rain in the forecast.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Low lake levels</strong> hinder <strong>waterfront home</strong> sales even more than a seasonal decline in home buying activity.  Who wants to buy a <strong>"waterfront home"</strong> that may not even have water in front of it?  Buyers who are willing to buy with the <strong>lake low</strong> will find bargain prices if they act now before the lake comes up.</p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:45:49 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1384506/lake-travis-lake-levels-still-low-and-hindering-waterfront-home-sales http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1381441/lakeway-texas-living-for-less Lakeway Texas Living for Less <p> </p> <p><strong>Lakeway Texas Living for Less</strong>!<strong>  </strong>The time to buy in <strong>Lakeway</strong> is now.  Prices have dropped to the lowest in a decade, and you'll get lots of value, space and quality for your money.  If you want to live in the most highly coveted area of Austin Texas for less money, the following is just one example of what you can buy.<img title="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/9/2/8/6/ar126064063368297.jpg" height="240" alt="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" width="320" /></p> <p> </p> <p>109 Nakoma Drive is a recently-built home for just $319,000.  The home is situated on over 1/3 acre and features an all masonry Texas stone veneer.  You'll get over 2500 square feet of living space for this price plus a 3-car garage.  Your back yard is buffered by a green belt for serene privacy.  This is a single story home for easy living and maintenance with 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths.</p> <p> </p> <p>The master bedroom is located on the opposite side of the home from the secondary bedrooms in an ideal floorplan.  The kitchen is open to the dining and living, and you will appreciate the wood and hard tile floors.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Call today to see this beautiful home:  512-266-2606.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/8/3/3/2/ar126064072923385.jpg" height="150" alt="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" width="200" /><img title="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/7/7/8/8/ar126064076388771.jpg" height="150" alt="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" width="200" /></p> <p><img title="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/8/0/0/9/ar126064067290089.jpg" height="150" alt="109 Nakoma Drive, Lakeway, Texas 78734" width="200" /></p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Sat, 12 Dec 2009 12:00:58 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1381441/lakeway-texas-living-for-less http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1379919/close-in-austin-texas-condos-are-bargain-priced- Close-in Austin Texas Condos are Bargain-priced! <p> </p> <p><strong>Close-in Austin Texas Condos are Bargain-priced!</strong>  Have you considered downsizing?  Do you have thoughts of living closer to Downtown Austin?  Do you need to invest in a place for your college student to live?  Ever thought of benefitting from rental property?</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Close in Austin Texas condo for a bargain price" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/9/1/8/1/ar126054928418199.jpg" height="150" alt="Close in Austin Texas condo for a bargain price" width="200" />If any of these thoughts have crossed your mind, now is a good time to consider a <strong>close-in, Austin condo</strong>.  I recently looked at several possibilities for a potential buyer and found <strong>bargain-priced condos</strong> fairly abundantly just north of <strong>Austin</strong> and less than 5 miles to the University of Texas campus.  These <strong>condos </strong>are located in pleasant neighborhoods on the west side of IH 35.</p> <p> </p> <p>Prices for <strong>Austin condos</strong> start at $85,000.  I found a very nice 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo with a large balcony and outside storage closet for $86,900.  The complex is just off Anderson Lane and includes a well-kept pool and laundry facility.  The unit is ideal for 2 college students desiring a quieter environment that is still close to campus.  Investors could also place this unit in rental pool for out-of-town business folks & tourists visiting Austin who need something a little longer term than most hotels provide.  There was also a nicely-priced 3-bedroom unit in this same complex.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Close in Austin Texas condo for a bargain price" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/2/6/1/2/ar126054935021626.jpg" height="150" alt="Close in Austin Texas condo for a bargain price" width="200" />For empty nesters wanting to downsize and simply their living, I liked a group of <strong>condos </strong>near Northcross Mall.  These condos are completely renovated and start at $114,900.  These units include upgrades such as granite counters and stainless appliances.  Utilities (except electric) plus cable are included in the low HOA fee.  The complex has a large pool, fitness center, club house, on-site hotel and dining facilities.  These <strong>condos</strong> would also make excellent second homes for anyone wanting a central <strong>Austin</strong> retreat that's close to entertainment, shopping, sporting events, etc.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you are interested in <strong>Austin condos</strong>, call me today.  I saw even more complexes that just had wonderful envirornments with units in excellent condition.  I haven't seen these kinds of <strong>bargain prices </strong>in several years and was pleasantly surprised to see what you can buy so <strong>close-in to Austin</strong>.<img title="Close in Austin Texas condo for a bargain price" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/2/1/1/3/ar126054940131125.jpg" height="150" alt="Close in Austin Texas condo for a bargain price" width="200" /></p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:40:14 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1379919/close-in-austin-texas-condos-are-bargain-priced- http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1376527/christmas-at-410-calico-bush-lane-in-round-rock-texas Christmas at 410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Christmas at 410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas!</strong>  Celebrate the holidays early with a great Christmas present to yourself.  <strong>410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock</strong> is a true "Black Friday" bargain.  It's priced below market value PLUS you may qualify for a government tax credit of up to $8000.  Wow!  On sale with a rebate - what could be better than that?</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/7/0/2/5/ar126038281152079.jpg" height="240" alt="410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas" width="320" />Here's what.  We have super-sized the back yard to add to your purchase value.  This home sits on over 3/4 acres just off the tollway in Round Rock.  You get country living close in for an easy commute to any job location.  You'll be living at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with your own park-like back yard where you can do what you want.  The home is one story with a pleasant side-entry garage and a double gate to your expansive back yard playing field.  It even includes a shaded, covered porch for your enjoyment.</p> <p> </p> <p>You'll love the white stone exterior and inviting entry.  This is a popular open floor plan with a generous living area and light and bright kitchen.  The master bedroom is located on its own private hallway.  On the opposite side of the house, you'll find the two, spacious, secondary bedrooms.  Plus, you get a nice-sized, private office off the entry hallway.</p> <p> </p> <p>Extras include good appliances and cabinetry.  You'll appreciate the generous indoor utility room and the epoxy floor in the garage.  There is a water softener already installed.  Good-sized, walk-in closets will store all your holiday shopping treasures.  Do you like designer paint colors?  The walls are already ready for your fashionable decor at <strong>410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas!</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>What's the catch?  We've priced it over $20,000 below market so that you can choose your own flooring for the kitchen and do a little yard work.  Yes, the kitchen flooring needs to be replaced, and you will need to trim the hedges.  Since we don't have "curb appeal" and need to do a little fix-up, you could be the beneficiary of this awesome opportunity to own MORE for LESS in <strong>Round Rock, Texas</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas!" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/1/4/2/5/ar126038288452413.jpg" height="150" alt="410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas!" width="200" /></p> <p><img title="410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas!" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/2/5/6/7/ar126038293176526.jpg" height="150" alt="410 Calico Bush Lane in Round Rock, Texas!" width="200" /></p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:24:00 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1376527/christmas-at-410-calico-bush-lane-in-round-rock-texas http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1374758/jack-canfield-teaches-us-to-visualize-our-ideal-lives Jack Canfield teaches us to Visualize Our Ideal Lives <p> </p> <p><strong>Jack Canfield teaches us to Visualize Our Ideal Lives</strong>.<strong>  </strong>I had the great fortune to attend Jack Canfield's Breakthrough to Success seminar a couple of years ago, and it still impacts my life today.</p> <p> </p> <p>I was recently listening to an audio CD of Jack's, and he was encouraging folks to spend time each day thinking of how we want our lives to be.  Above all, don't think about your current results if you are not happy with them.  It takes focus and effort to think of things the way you want them to be, but it is well worth the effort.</p> <p> </p> <p>Start by describing yourself according to your future intentions and ideals.  Build your ideal life in your mind first.  Get a clear image of what you want - every aspect of it - financial, career, health & fitness, relationships, travel you want, hobbies you want to engage in, all of your achievements and your legacy.  Hold the image and focus on it daily.  Keep working on it until you get it exactly as you want it.  Do this every day for 30 days.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Jack Canfield and Dianne Bartlett" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/7/4/3/9/ar126029843293474.jpg" height="240" alt="Jack Canfield and Dianne Bartlett" width="320" />This was a great reminder for me, so I diligently pulled out a blank notebook and started writing down my ideal life.  Only... I got stuck.  If you are like me, you may not be able to think too many months in the future.  Suddenly, it dawned on me that I could describe my ideal life as it would be just a couple of months from now.  I picked January 22nd as my target date and had a much easier time describing the many closings and listings I would have by that time.  It was easy to write down my ideal financial status as it can (will) be in January.  I found it fun to talk about the travels I would plan due to my financial success, and it was more thrilling to be describing a near-future goal than something a year or two away.</p> <p> </p> <p>Every day for the next 30 days, I will continue to write about this Ideal Life of mine that will all be in place by January 22nd.  Because the vision is so clear, I have no doubt that it will all be in place by next month.</p> <p> </p> <p>Jack also shared a great affirmation that he uses every night before he goes to sleep:  I will wake up tomorrow in a happy and productive mode, and I will enjoy life even more than I did today!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:56:29 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1374758/jack-canfield-teaches-us-to-visualize-our-ideal-lives http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1329904/austin-area-home-buyers-get-second-chance-at-tax-credit Austin Area Home Buyers Get Second Chance at Tax Credit <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Austin Area Home Buyers Get Second Chance at Tax Credit.</strong>  The <strong>home buyer tax credit</strong> has been extended through April 30, 2010.  <strong>Home buyers</strong> may find a home and sign a purchase contract by April 30th in order to qualify.  Closing may take place as late as July 1st, 2010.</p> <p> </p> <p>The original $8000 <strong>tax credit</strong> applies to first-time <strong>home buyers</strong> and buyers who have not owned a primary residence the previous 3 years.  The new bill adds a $6500 <strong>tax credit </strong>for current homeowners purchasing a new principal residence who have used the home being sold as a principal residence for five consecutive years within the last eight.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Capitol gives second chance for tax credit" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/4/5/6/3/ar12578670736549.JPG" height="320" alt="Second chance tax credit" width="240" />Wow!  So, what does this all mean?  Anyone can buy a primary residence and get money back from the government!  Remember 10 years ago in Austin when buyers could ask for a $8000 "decorating allowance" from the seller at closing?  Buyers walked away from closing with money in their pocket back then, and with the <strong>tax credit</strong>, they can do the same thing again.  What buyer couldn't use an extra $6500-8000 when they purchase a home?  The money could be used for decorating, landscaping, updating or simply to help out on the monthly payments.</p> <p> </p> <p>What is another reason to buy RIGHT NOW?  Interest rates are low, low, low!  Did you know that a 1 % increase in interest rates could cost a <strong>home buyer</strong> over $45,000 in extra payments over the life of a $200,000 home loan?  Interest rate increases also cause <strong>home buyers</strong> to lose a chance to buy in a higher price range because they may no longer qualify for the home that they want.</p> <p> </p> <p>The <strong>home buyer tax credit</strong> won't last forever nor will low interest rates.  With over 8500 homes to choose from, <strong>Austin area home buyers</strong> are lucky to have a second chance to buy.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.lthomes.com/atj/user/FrameInGetAction.do?targetUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.dianne.actris.mlxchange.com" title="Austin area home buyer search">Click here to search for a home now.</a></p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:32:18 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1329904/austin-area-home-buyers-get-second-chance-at-tax-credit http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1317111/be-a-good-quiet-neighbor-when-you-have-a-back-yard-party Be a Good (Quiet) Neighbor When You Have a Back Yard Party <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Be a Good (Quiet) Neighbor When You Have a Back Yard Party.  </strong>I attended a wonderful Halloween <strong>party</strong> last week in a South Austin neighborhood.  When we parked the car along the street, it was eerily quiet!  In fact, we were walking up to the house and were worried we had the wrong address.</p> <p> </p> <p>The <strong>party</strong> host was insistent that we all come dressed in costume.  So when we saw Alice and the Mad Hatter walking up, we knew we were at the right place.  The couple directed us along the caution tape in the front yard to an opening in the fence that led to the <strong>back yard</strong>.  There, flaps of black visqueen plastic formed a curtain that we parted and walked through.</p> <p> </p> <p>Then, we walked through a tunnel formed by the side fence and the plastic.  We hunched under spider webs and foliage along a path all the way to the back of the yard.  There, we turned and followed the back fence line between the large plastic sheet and the fence until we finally reached the opening to the party into the <strong>back yard.</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Wow!  There were 30 costumed folks already talking, laughing and listening to music.  The large, thick sheets of plastic had formed the perfect sound curtain!</p> <p> </p> <p>We found out later that the owners had two reasons to shield the noise and keep it <strong>quiet</strong>.  The <strong>neighbors </strong>were serving as the baby sitter for the young children & babies of party goers.  Even attendees wanted it <strong>quiet</strong> for sleeping babies.</p> <p> </p> <p>We stayed until 1pm and enjoyed a costume contest announced by microphone, raucus laughter, a stunt show which included a pocket bike and a pole dancing show put on by Juno & her boyfriend.  There were no <strong>neighbor </strong>complaints, and when we left the <strong>party</strong> that was still going strong, we were amazed at the <strong>quiet</strong> as we walked to our car.</p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:57:37 -0500 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1317111/be-a-good-quiet-neighbor-when-you-have-a-back-yard-party http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1305778/investment-opportunity-for-hudson-bend-home-buyer- Investment Opportunity for Hudson Bend Home Buyer! <p> </p> <p><img title="investment home in hudson bend" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/9/0/5/5/ar125665916155098.jpg" height="240" alt="investment home in hudson bend" width="320" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span>Investment Opportunity for Hudson Bend Home Buyer!</span></strong>  How many homes can you find for less than $200,000 in the coveted Lake Travis<strong> Hudson Bend</strong> area?  According to our multiple listing system today, there are only 17 homes for sale in the entire 78734 zip code that are less than $200,000!  There are only 8 homes listed for less than $160,000 in 78734 as of today, AND there is only ONE home less than $200,000 in <strong>Hudson Bend</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span>4503 <span>Weletka</span> Drive, Austin, Texas 78734 has just been listed for $157,000 - a true </span><strong>investment opportunity</strong><span>.  The property is over half an acre and conveniently located within minutes of Lake Travis and less than 20 miles to Downtown Austin.  This home was originally located in Central Austin just south of <span>Disch</span> <span>Falk</span> Field.  The 1940's original was moved to its present location and refurbished to preserve its vintage charm.  The lot is wooded and private with two convenient out buildings for plenty of storage.  Look out every window to see hill country views or wooded groves.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><img title="4503 weletka hudson bend living" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/8/6/4/5/ar125665922954685.jpg" height="240" alt="4503 weletka hudson bend living" width="320" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>This home has two bedrooms and two baths.  The master plus full bath is located on one side of the home, and a spare bedroom plus hall bath are on the opposite side of the house.  The original wood floors have been refinished, hard tile has been added to the baths and wood laminate preserves style in the upgraded kitchen.  Fixtures reflect an early 1900's vintage, and the master bath includes a claw foot tub and beaded board walls.  The living area is extra large, and the windows have been recently upgraded to wood-clad, energy efficient with easy-to-care for 2 inch blinds.  Keep warm in the winter with a wonderful wood-burning stove!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img title="4503 weletka hudson bend kitchen" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/3/7/3/0/ar125665931503737.jpg" height="240" alt="4503 weletka hudson bend kitchen" width="320" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span>The kitchen has <span>Corian</span> counters with a porcelain sink.  The dishwasher is recent, and the range is a smooth-top, convection oven.  You'll appreciate all the shelving and cabinets as well as multiple closets throughout the house.  There is an additional over-sized mud room plus an enormous utility room at the back of the house which all could be converted to an additional bedroom and bath or more living space if desired.  The flexibility of this floor plan contributes to its value as an </span><strong>investment opportunity.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>The home is located in the Travis Landing 2 neighborhood in <strong>Hudson Bend</strong><span>.  Children in this area attend the prestigious Lake Travis schools.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.lthomes.com/atj/user/FrameInGetAction.do?targetUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.dianne.actris.mlxchange.com" title="78734 homes austin texas">To see all homes for sale in 78734, click here.</a></p> <p><img title="4503 weletka hudson bend master" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/4/9/5/6/ar125665938665943.jpg" height="240" alt="4503 weletka hudson bend master" width="320" /></p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:09:00 -0400 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1305778/investment-opportunity-for-hudson-bend-home-buyer- http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1303881/waterfront-home-sellers-welcome-more-rain-for-lake-travis Waterfront Home Sellers Welcome More Rain for Lake Travis <p> </p> <p><img title="Rain over Lake Travis Texas" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/6/8/5/6/ar125657339165867.jpg" height="240" alt="Rain over Lake Travis Texas" width="320" /><strong></strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Waterfront Home Sellers Welcome More Rain for Lake Travis.</strong> More rain is currently falling over the Texas Hill Country which means that <strong>Lake Travis</strong> may once again be on the rise.  The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is oddly quiet on their web site today, and that sometimes means they really don't know if the raining falling now will make a difference or not.  In my experience, when LCRA is quiet, it can mean a several feet rise on <strong>Lake Travis</strong> when rain is falling in the upper watershed as it is right now.  Last week's rains brought a 13 foot rise in elevation and brought the lake level to approximately 642' msl.  That means the lake is still 39 feet below full (681' msl is full).  Right now the lake is at 643' msl and appears to be rising as I look out my window.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>The elevation of <strong>Lake Travis</strong> makes a difference to <strong>waterfront home </strong>buyers.  Many buyers can't imagine what the lake looks like when it's full, especially if they only see the particular <strong>waterfront home</strong> they are considering when lake levels are at historic lows.  Plus, there are so many <strong>waterfront homes</strong> located in coves that go dry when the lake drops.  At 643' msl, most coves are dry, very shallow or hard to navigate.  Even the best coves on the lake begin looking ugly at approximately 660' msl.  Fearing flooding, some <strong>waterfront home</strong> owners find comfort when the lake hovers around 670' msl - a level often quoted as "average" by the news media.  I personally prefer a full lake at 681' msl.  It's the level most boat docks are optimally designed for, and most <strong>waterfront</strong> property lines fall along the full pool elevation.</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="More Rain for Lake Travis" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/8/5/4/3/ar125657345834588.jpg" height="240" alt="More Rain for Lake Travis" width="320" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Lake Travis waterfront home sellers</strong> should always wish for a full lake.  Even if a waterfront home is located on the main body and not in a cove, the view is always better when the lake is full.  Docks are easier to access, and buyers don't have to use their imagination to determine the full value of living in a particular <strong>waterfront home.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Two factors will determine whether or not <strong>waterfront home sellers on Lake Travis</strong> can have success selling.  One is definitely <strong>more rain </strong>to fill the lake.  The second factor is more availability of Jumbo Loans!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.lthomes.com/atj/user/FrameInGetAction.do?targetUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.dianne.actris.mlxchange.com" title="Lake Travis waterfront homes"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.lthomes.com/atj/user/FrameInGetAction.do?targetUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.dianne.actris.mlxchange.com" title="Lake Travis waterfront homes">Find waterfront home listings here.</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:11:50 -0400 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1303881/waterfront-home-sellers-welcome-more-rain-for-lake-travis http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1301320/keller-williams-food-drive-in-travis-landing-austin-texas-a-huge-success- Keller Williams Food Drive in Travis Landing Austin Texas a Huge Success! <p> </p> <p><img title="Travis Landing entrance" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/9/1/4/9/ar125640693494194.jpg" height="221" alt="Travis Landing entrance" width="284" /><strong></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Keller Williams Food Drive in Travis Landing Austin Texas is a Huge Success!</strong>  The <strong>Travis Landing</strong> home owners donated over 35 bags of <strong>food </strong>this weekend to the Capital Area Food Bank of Austin.  Home owners generously opened up their hearts this past week, allowed me to knock on their doors and accepted a bag to fill with food items for <strong>Austin's </strong>hungry.  The Capital Area Food Bank usually experiences a shortage of <strong>food </strong>around the holidays when hungry families and children need it the most.  Austin area real estate agents at Keller Williams Realty comb their neighborhood streets for donations every year to help collect <strong>food </strong>and donate it at a time when it's most needed.</p> <p> </p> <p>When I drove around to pass out the bags, I wanted to speak with as many people personally in order to introduce myself since I'm fairly new to the neighborhood.  Plus, I know <em>I'm</em> more likely to donate if someone asks me face-to-face.  Hunger in <strong>Austin</strong> is a bigger problem than many of us know.  I just wanted to give this <strong>food drive</strong> my best effort in order to help as much as possible.</p> <p><img title="Keller Williams food drive Austin" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/2/1/3/0/ar125640703303129.jpg" height="211" alt="Keller Williams food drive Austin" width="280" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>What I found is that <strong>Travis Landing</strong> residents are the coolest!  I met so many wonderful people and saw lots of great landscaping and home decor.  Oh, and lots of big dogs, too.  About half the neighborhood was home when I walked around Monday afternoon, and I did my best to leave bags on porches of anyone not there.  The homeowners' association was nice enough to let me post a sign at the entrance of the neighborhood so that everyone would know what to expect.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Next year, I hope to be a little better organized and do a better job to make it as easy as possible for residents to donate.  One thing I learned is that I got a little over-anxious this morning and started picking up bags too early.  Afterall, it is Saturday morning!  I just wasn't sure how long it would take me.<img title="Dianne Bartlett Keller Williams food drive" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/5/0/7/2/ar125640713627059.jpg" height="320" alt="Dianne Bartlett Keller Williams food drive" width="240" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>When I arrived at the church parking lot where the trucks were waiting, several volunteers opened up my Honda Pilot and started unloading.  I stayed about an hour and watched several other vehicles come through with their donations.  And guess what!  I think <strong>Travis Landing</strong> residents donated the most!</p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Capital area food bank austin" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/1/9/2/2/ar125640718722912.jpg" height="171" alt="Capital area food bank austin" width="228" />Congratulations and thank you to everyone who participated.  I'll see you next year!</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:01:54 -0400 http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1301320/keller-williams-food-drive-in-travis-landing-austin-texas-a-huge-success- http://lakewaylaketravistexasrealestateblog.com/post/1297451/welcome-rains-flood-into-lake-travis-texas Welcome Rains Flood into Lake Travis Texas <p> </p> <p><img title="Lake Travis Texas Flood" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/0/1/8/4/ar125621142248108.jpg" height="269" alt="Lake Travis Texas Flood" width="400" /><strong>Welcome Rains Flood into Lake Travis Texas!</strong>  Hurricane Rick is hovering over Central Texas right now and has brought the area several inches of rain.  The heavy rain has fallen over two important watersheds that flow into <strong>Lake Travis</strong>.  The Pedernales (pronounced Purdanaless for you non-Texans) River rose 15 feet which brings welcome relief to a drought-stricken area.  This river flows directly into <strong>Lake Travis</strong>.  The Colorado River also received its fair share of rainfall.  The Colorado River creates the Highland Lakes chain, of which <strong>Lake Travis</strong> is one of the down stream links.</p> <p><strong>Flood</strong> gates are open on the upstream lakes due to area flooding, and that water is now flowing into a very thirsty <strong>Lake Travis</strong>.  The lake level yesterday was 632 feet above sea level, and the lake is predicted to rise one foot per hour throughout today.  One news station reported a 12 feet rise by midnight tonight.  The other news station said that LCRA (the authority that controls the floodgates) has not finished its calculations on predicted lake levels but is saying a one foot per hour rise will continue throughout the day.  The rain continues to fall over the Hill Country as of 6:30 am this morning.</p> <p><strong>Lake Travis</strong> has plenty of capacity for this <strong>flood</strong> because the lake level is nearly 50 feet below full pool level.  Lake area residents and businesses welcome any rise on the lake and would love to see 50 feet of water come on down!</p> <p>See <strong>Lake Travis</strong> homes on the market by <a href="http://www.lthomes.com/atj/user/FrameInGetAction.do?targetUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.dianne.actris.mlxchange.com" title="Lake Travis homes">clicking here</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"><p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Dianne Bartlett, </span></span></span><span><span><span>Broker Associate</span><span><br />Keller Williams Realty<br />512-796-4068</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.TXmaxvalue.com"><span><span><span>http://www.TXmaxvalue.com</span></span></span></a></p> <p> </p></div> Dianne Bartlett (Keller Williams) Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:43:38 -0400 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