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		<title>Austin Market Update for March 2009</title>
		<description><![CDATA[



The March MLS data is out. Below is a compilation of indices I created to track and, dare I say--forecast--the direction of the local market. If you follow the blog regularly, you'll recognize the Inhabit Index near the bottom. But before we delve in, please note the images below depict general trends in the market. Without exception, there [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/04/24/austin-market-update-for-march-2009/</link>
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		<title>Housing Stimulus: First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit</title>
		<description><![CDATA[[singlepic=87,400,300,,]
No matter which side of the political aisle you hang your hat on, the recent economic stimulus package has left many still wondering, "How will this help me?"
If you plan to buy or sell your primary residence this year, then look no further than page 202 of the 407 page American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. In order to encourage consumer demand in the housing [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/02/26/housing-stimulus-first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit/</link>
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		<title>Austin MetroRail: All Systems Go!</title>
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On March 30th, the Red Line will open for business. The Capital MetroRail, which spans 32 miles of existing freight tracks, will operate between Leander and Downtown. According to their schedule, the trip will take 57 minutes. This month, Capmetro held a few open houses at the future stations and platforms. I paid a visit to Crestview [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/02/24/austin-metrorail-all-systems-go/</link>
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		<title>Inhabit Index January 2009</title>
		<description><![CDATA[[singlepic=79,400,400,,]
This year started off a lot like 2008. Slow. Not a big surprise though, since many expect the recession to run its course through most of this year. Moreover, January and February are seasonally slower months. In Austin, the impact has left us with fewer homes selling and softening prices throughout the city. Here's a quick look at how each sector fared this [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/02/20/inhabit-index-january-2009/</link>
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		<title>A Little Help with Home Improvement</title>
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Most homeowners have felt the urge to begin a home improvement project that will add value and visual appeal to their abode. This is especially true for the new or first-time homebuyer eager to channel their inner-design star and make the place their own. But somewhere, between unpacking boxes and shopping for paint colors, the enthusiasm fades. Deciding which project will [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/01/30/a-little-help-with-home-improvement/</link>
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		<title>Austin Home Price Appreciation</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The map below displays the median home price appreciation categorized by MLS area for 2008. Use the controls to zoom in and click the highlighted areas to view a specific neighborhood. Please note the area boundaries are approximations since I had to draw them by hand. Also, forgive me for any areas that overlap; I've always struggled with coloring [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/01/21/austin-home-price-appreciation/</link>
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		<title>Floribunda: Tokyo Modern Landscape</title>
		<description><![CDATA[ [singlepic=74,400,400,,]
If you've driven the streets of south Austin, you've probably passed by this home. Lately, despite the "deep freeze,"  we've been in the landscaping and gardening mood at my house. So, while the temperature is keeping us from digging, I wanted to share a little inspiration and feature a local landscape design firm, Floribunda and some of their past work, Tokyo Modern.
If you're planning [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/01/16/floribunda-tokyo-modern-landscape/</link>
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		<title>Austin Cottages and Bungalows</title>
		<description><![CDATA[[singlepic=66,400,400,,]
It's a new year and time for a new topic. While perusing through these listings I kept wondering about the original owners:
Would they approve of the restorations?
What was pre-Mopac traffic in Austin like (1930-40s)?
Was life as simple as the architecture?
Here are a few more that caught my eye:

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		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2009/01/06/austin-cottages-and-bungalows/</link>
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		<title>Inhabit Index 2008 Summary</title>
		<description><![CDATA[[singlepic=60,400,400,,center] 

My deepest apologies for the long wait. I know you're probably wondering what has been happening in the local real estate market. Well let's get to it, shall we? December's data will be available next month. I'll refresh the index when the new numbers come out.

There is no denying Austin has been impacted by the ongoing recession and financial crises. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2008/12/18/inhabit-index-2008-summary/</link>
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		<title>Does Your Curb Appeal?</title>
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When is the last time you considered such a question? Sure you find it easy to walk up to your own front door without reservation. After all, it's your home. But if you plan to sell soon, would a potential buyer find it just as easy or inviting? Apart from the proud-to-be-a-Texan star that adorns the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.inhabitaustin.com/2008/07/30/does-your-curb-appeal/</link>
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