Wilson Goldrick Realtors

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Wilson & Goldrick 2011 Top Agents

Congratulations to our top producing agents in 2011!

Wilson & Goldrick Agents are Finalists for the Residential Real Estate Awards!

Congratulations to Amy, Theran, Linda, Dru and Cindy on being finalists for the Residential Real Estate Awards, sponsored by Buffington Capital Holdings and Independence Title Company.

Champions for Children 12th Annual Awards Luncheon

Wilson & Goldrick Realtors is proud to be a Mentor Sponsor of the Helping Hand Home for Children. Several of our agents attended the 12th Annual Champions for Children Awards Luncheon on October 11.

Stage at ZACH Theater to be Named After Karen Kuykendall

The state-of-the-art Karen Kuykendall Stage at ZACH’s new Topfer Theatre will allow ZACH’s talented actors, designers and other artists to showcase their capabilities in a new light - literally.

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WFTW Fort Hood Toy Drive

Wilson & Goldrick Realtors is donating to the Wheelers for the Wounded Purple Santa Toy Drive at Ft. Hood. Please join us in helping support the children and families of wounded soldiers this holiday season!

In Austin

Apartments in Austin

Demand for rentals in Austin is growing and prices are rising.

Austin area ranks as 4th best performing city in the US

The 2011 Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index ranks U.S. metropolitan areas by how well they are creating and sustaining jobs and economic growth. The components include job, wage and salary, and technology growth.

Austin area's 2012 economic forecast

Entertainment, venture investment, IPOs, tech sector, real estate, home prices, apartments

Austin home sales up in January

1,051 homes in Austin were sold in January, compared with 952 in January 2011

Austin is number 3 in the nation for regained jobs!

Texas dominates labor markets that have regained lost recession jobs; Austin ranks number 3 for regaining lost jobs in the last 5 years!

Austin's Airport Ranks Among World's Best Airports

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was awarded 3rd place in the Airport Service Quality Awards as one of the best airports in North America!

Texas property values up from 2011

The Texas comptroller's estimate of statewide property values showed a 1.3% increase from $1.67 trillion in 2010 to $1.69 trillion in 2011.

Top Vacation Hotspots for 2012 - Austin ranks #2!

TripAdvisor announced the top 15 US destination hotspots for 2012, and Austin is in second place!

Travis County Homestead Tax Exemption

If you bought a home in 2011, be sure to apply for your homestead tax exemption!

Austin Job Growth in 2011

13,200 private sector jobs were added in Austin in 2011

New-Home Construction in Austin Expected to Increase

New home construction in the Austin area is expected to increase in 2012 for the second straight year, with the number of starts projected to rise 5 to 10% over last year's level.

Austin's Trash Department Trying to Reach Zero-Waste Goal by 2030

"Austin is going to be the No. 1 leader in the country at treating garbage as a resource and not something we just bury in the ground."

City of Austin Is Largest Local Government in U.S. To Go 100% Green Powered

The City of Austin municipal government is switching to 100% clean, renewable energy starting Oct. 1, 2011.

Fun Fun Fun Fest is Nov 4-6!

Now in its sixth year, Fun Fun Fun Fest is an independent genre based festival, known as one of the most relaxed, creative, and pioneering festivals in music today. Fun Fun Fun Fest will be at Auditorium Shores.

Texas Book Festival

The Texas Book Festival celebrates authors and their contributions to the culture of literacy, ideas and imagination. Takes place October 22-23.

CowParade Austin 2011

CowParade is the largest and most recognized public art event in the world. Partnering with the Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas, CowParade Austin will display between 100-150 cow sculptures all around town.

"A Christmas Affair" Market Days

36th Annual A Christmas Affair, hosted by Junior League of Austin. Taking place at The Palmer Events Center, over 200 merchants will be in attendance for this 4-day holiday market, Nov 17-20.

East Austin Studio Tour

The East Austin Studio Tour is a once a year opportunity to see new artistic talent, visit working studios, and support Austin's local arts community! Taking place November 12-20

Gypsy Picnic

Over 40 of Austin's best food trailers all in one spot, October 22.

Housing Starts Expected to Climb in 2011

Realtor.com article says new construction is on the rise.

Incredible Dick Clark Designed Home

2505 Stratford Drive featured in Mod Austin, an e-zine focusing on modern & contemporary living in Austin.

LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin

On October 23—24, the LIVESTRONG Challenge will take place in downtown Austin. Saturday will feature a 5K run/walk, complete with energizing water stops, pedicabs and a breakfast tent.

The Thundercloud Subs Thankgiving Day Turkey Trot is right around the corner. Register and be part of Texas's largest 5 mile run!

Zilker Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Zilker Tree Lighting Ceremony is Friday December 4 at 6 pm. The Barton Hills Choir and the Austin Civic Wind Ensemble will be performing.

In The Country

Five of the top 50 U.S. cities for manufacturing jobs are in Texas, including Austin.

Houston, Ft Worth, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin all made the list!

Housing Crisis to End in 2012 as Banks Loosen Credit Standards

Capital Economics expects the housing crisis to end this year, according to a report released Tuesday. One of the reasons: loosening credit.

Importance of Kitchens when Selling

As a showpiece of a home and one of the most expensive spaces to renovate, a kitchen can sell a home.

Texas Economic Outlook

In spite of a slow recover from the national recession, Houston, Austin and San Antonio have already recouped all the jobs lost.

Top 5 Reasons to buy a home in 2012

The American dream of homeownership is a very feasible aspiration for 2012.

Austin Market Defies U.S. Economic Drought

"Thriving" is a word commonly associated with Austin. While most of the country has wrestled with recession, job losses and housing angst, Austin has been riding a wave of economic well-being.

Fannie Mae reports 2012 home sales up

According to economists at Fannie Mae, the housing sector will likely take incremental steps forward in 2012.

Improvement in the Housing Market is Expected for 2012

NAR Economist says improvement in the housing market is expected next year, with existing-home sales up 4% to 5%.

Mortgage rates tumble

Mortgage rates are at a record low of 3.87%, great time to refinance!

Real estate predictions for 2012

Rents, foreclosures, mortgages, hot cities

Relying on an Agent

Why do today's buyers choose to work with a real estate agent? Let's look at just a few of the many reasons an agent can be your biggest ally.

Slim Pickings Are Latest Headache for Home Sales

There were more than 2.19 million homes listed for sale at the end of September, down 20% from a year earlier. That is the lowest level since 2007.

Texas has the best business climate in the U.S.

Site Selection Magazine has named Texas as having the nation's best climate for business, knocking North Carolina out of the top spot.

Existing Home Sales Rose in November

Existing-home sales rose in November and remain above sales a year ago. The latest monthly data shows total existing-home sales increased 4%.

Existing Homes Sales Rose in October

"Sales of previously owned homes got an unexpected boost last month while the number of homes on the market continued to decline."

Real Estate Gender Gap

Study shows men list more homes, but women list pricier homes.

3 Tips for Staging Your Home to Sell

Wondering about home staging?

Austin-Round Rock Metro Among Strongest Job Market In The Nation

Austin-Round Rock, TX MSA employers expect to hire at a healthy pace during Quarter 4 2011, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.

It's Time to Buy That House!

It's an excellent time to buy a house, either to live in for the long term or for investment income (but not for a quick flip).

America's Best And Worst Job Markets

The Economy

America's Best And Worst Job Markets

Forbes.com

Brian Wingfield and Janeace Slifka, 01.06.11, 02:30 PM EST

Having a Good Rental History When Applying for a Mortgage

If you’re planning to buy a home for the first time later this year, your chances of qualifying for a mortgage might be better if you’ve had a history of paying the rent on time.

Are You Ready to be a Landlord?

With interest rates near record lows and property values still slumping, getting into the landlord business is cheaper than it has been in years.

Buying Your First Home

Buying Your First Home.
Article from move.com

Selling Your House: A How-To Guide

How-To Guide: Selling Your House.
Article from move.com.