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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
What an informative morning at the “Thinker’s and Doers” Symposium held at the Austin Board of Realtors, sponsored by Austin PT50. I'm so glad I was offered the opportunity to attend.It’s so important to keep up and stay connected with 3 vital areas in Austin: Our Airport Overview and Expansion, Austin Transit and Austin Water conservation. It was exciting to hear such knowledgeable speakers present on these 3 topics that are at the forefront of all our minds. Tracy Thompson, Chief Officer- Administrative and external Affairs spoke on the Journey with AUS ~ Airport Overview and Expansion and was a fountain of knowledge! I learned so much history and can see how far we've come and yet to go.        The “Our Airport Overview” is a fluid moving project, always being examined with many addi...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).      They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each d...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Just Closed 10234 Matoca Way in Canyon Creek today.  Listed by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker.In your home search are you looking for:♦ A two story with an open floorplan?♦ A quiet tree lined street?♦ Hardwood flooring?♦ The primary bedroom down?You’re Too Late for this one but I’m sure I could find you a similar one!   This home didn’t disappoint buyers out looking for homes in Canyon Creek! They loved the sensible layout, wood flooring and soothing neutral pallet.   Many remarked how the family room, kitchen and dining spaces easily blended, creating an inviting space for gatherings with family and friends.   Buyers were looking for a downstairs spacious primary bedroom. They especially liked how this one is tucked away for privacy and opens to a luxurious bath with double vanities, s...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
It’s the last week of school and the new Safety Patrol group has been chosen! Starting on Monday they began their training so next year they will be in place to take over. Beautiful Beckett is so proud to be chosen and was thrilled several of her best friends were too. It means getting up earlier to be at school but she is excited and knows it just goes with the position.                       “Action springs not from thought, but from a readiness for responsibility.”  Dietrich Bonhoeffer                                
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
This week-end with so many sports events going on Beautiful Beckett took her jewelry making kit to Hudson’s soccer game, later in the afternoon. She was set up for business and sitting under the shade of her chair, she was happy to do something quieter, chill until the game was over.You never know what you might find siblings doing on the sidelines of the games. If there are some of her friends around they all make bracelets! This time it was just her, sitting on the sidelines, which was perfectly fine.                                    “Be happy in the moment, that’s enough. Each moment is all we need, not more,”   Mother Teresa  “Children have neither a past nor a future. Thus they enjoy the present, which seldom happens to us.”  Jean de La Bruyere
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
We are back from our weekend of fun in San Diego, celebrating yet another college graduate in the family! It was nice to be out of Austin and enjoy family, fun and especially some time with my son and daughter. This is my daughters last of three children who graduated from college! My son has two (Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett), so will be awhile before we have 2 more college graduations. Years have a way of speeding by and many times it’s moments like these that call to me to remind me of how truly blessed I am.           “Endings and beginnings – there are no such things. There are only middles.”  Robert Frost "Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
This week-end was a sports filled week-end for Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett. Hudson’s (#37) Lone Star soccer team made it to the tournament so they played 8 am and 2 pm on Saturday and 8 am this Sunday morning. Hudson missed the swim meet (can’t be in 2 places at once). Beckett swam in the swim meet and was still able to make the Hudson’s afternoon match. Hudson’s team didn’t win but they played hard and played well. Giving it your best shot is so important! There is always another day, another game!“Do you know my favorite part of the game is? The opportunity to play!”   Mike Singletary     
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
The end of school in Austin is right around the corner (next week Thursday May 26th is the last day at Doss Elementary for Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett).                      Starting the end of this week school days are jam-packed with extra activities and countless interruptions The weather is warming up and the anticipation of summer camps and family vacations means previously calm children (if there really are any) turn into feral cats!Hudson and Beckett were so excited with “field day” yesterday at the school. The parents worked hard to recreate an old fashion day filled with 100-yard dash races, shot put, basketball throwing contests, long jump, three legged races, all the old fashion favorites that are so much fun! So glad they had lots of parents volunteering and the ki...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
TOO LATE! Just Closed 10604 Marbury Court in Canyon Creek today.  Listed by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker.In your home search are you looking for:♦ A two story with an open floorplan?♦ A cul-de-sac-lot?♦ A 3-car garage?♦ A home in the prestigious RISD?You’re Too Late for this one but I’m sure I could find you a similar one!    Buyers loved this quiet, tree covered, cul-de-sac lot, backing to a lush greenbelt and of course the 3-car garage. They listened when they heard this home was gorgeous and qualified as a "dream alert home" and made appointments immediately!   Agents and buyers were wowed with the extensive tile and wood flooring, along with interior stonework, and numerous other custom touches throughout. Who doesn’t love wide-open spaces bringing in the natural rays of sun, espe...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).      They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each d...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).  They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day. ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Monday night I was invited to hear Lewis Capaldi in Concert at the Moody Amphitheater in Austin! A perfect night, cooler, a gentle breeze blowing, listening to great music while sipping cool cocktails in the VIP section in Adirondack chairs with friends and colleagues; courtesy of Independence Title. The night was epic! I enjoy the Scottish singer-songwriter from Whiteburn, a town in West Lothian. Lewis learned to play the drums and guitar when he was just two years old. He started singing at the pubs when he was nine and by 17 he made the decision to pursue a full-time career in music and was discovered by his manager through his SoundCloud account.Lewis Capaldi is currently on tour in the US and is feeling the love from his audiences! His concert at the Moody Amphitheater was amazing!...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
April was an incredible month, who said real estate is slow! Our NW Coldwell Banker office crushed it with an incredible 28 agents eligible for the April Million Dollar Club by listing, writing business or closing sales of 1 million or more! We are adapting to the shift in the market of longer days on market, lower list prices, and increased inventory (although not by much).  It’s exciting to see everyone's hard work in servicing their clients is paying off.   Our office wrote 69 contracts for a volume of $45.8M, with an average sales price of $663,000. We took 45 listings for a total of $40M, with an average sales price of $754,000. We closed 44 contracts for $27.3M with an average sold price of $662,000 plus 27 leases closed! April was a busy month!!!I love working in an office where ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
I've earned a coveted spot on PT50's list of Top 500 Agents in Austin! Currently there are 27,000 licensed agents in Austin, so I’m pretty excited about this award.I owe my success to my wonderful clients and friends, who have shown unwavering loyalty and support over the last 31 years! Your trust is the driving force behind this recognition in the real estate industry! Thank you....Thank you!!   
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
This was a busy week-end!  Handsome Hudson's last soccer game (tournaments start next weekend) was Saturday morning. It was a humid morning, but we were there to watch and cheer Hudson’s team play in South Austin. They won 2-1! The team played well with everyone hustling.... Well done boys!!       At 8 am this morning Hudson, Beckett and their mom got up and ran in the HEB 5K Sunshine Run. It is a non-profit, pet friendly event. 100% of every dollar from registrations directly benefits Austin Sunshine Camps.        
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
I can’t believe Mother’s day is around the corner on May 14th, but if you are thinking you want to treat mom this year to brunch out, then you better make reservations now! Save this list of suggestions for when you’re making reservations.  Corinne | 304 E. Cesar Chavez St.Celebrate mom with special themed cocktails — lovingly called Sophisticated Mama, Mama Said So, and the Mom-umental Spritz — for brunch Saturday, May 13-Sunday, May 14. Make a reservation.Caroline | 621 Congress Ave.This walk-in restaurant will commemorate mothers with a full spread including a special cocktail, mimosa French toast, Maine lobster omelets, and panna cotta.Fairmont Austin | 101 Red River St.Treat mom, and yourself, to a lavish prix fixe brunch complete with Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, prime rib, a raw bar, ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
My favorite time is spring! April showers bring May flowers and I always look forward to May. Usually it’s the time my pool cover comes off, my pots are planted and my plants start to bloom. This May is a little different around my residence and the whole of my hood.This May when driving around the Canyon Creek Community you will see many pickups with tree trimming crews, landscaper installers, rock wall installers, roofers replacing damaged shingles and various general yard crews.  The ice storm in February really hit our community entrances and beautiful tree lined Boulevard hard and most everyone’s personal residences too. The devastation was overwhelming with so many tree limbs broken, and shrubs and plants frozen. They were not hearty enough to withstand the freeze, and come back t...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
I love working with my clients and was thrilled to receive a testimonial from Bill and Nancy Johnston, on their home I listed in Canyon Creek and recently closed. Feedback on my service is important, whether it's good or bad. It helps me hone my skills and make sure I'm doing all I can throughout a transaction, that is meaningful for my clients."Dorie did an EXCELLENT job as our agent! She knows this market and our community like the back of her hand. She provided great suggestions to stage the house, developed excellent marketing materials, and helped us through every step of the process. She was always there to answer our questions (we had many!) and gave us great guidance through the entire process. I highly recommend Dorie!!!"      Thank you Bill and Mary! I was my pleasure for the ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).        They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and chef Endre Barath, Jr.! I also see Debe Maxwell, CRS has been following them. We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
I love that my dear friend and favorite lender always keeps me updated on the latest happenings! I’ve been doing business with Kristen Carroll for 28+ years!She sent me this piece this afternoon after the Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% interest rate hike. People often assume that mortgage interest rates do whatever the Fed rates do, but that's not true... following the Fed's announcement, mortgage rates actually haven't budged as of right now. That is good news!  If you are looking for a lender that keeps you in the know, and handles clients with white glove service than call Kristin Carroll at 512-422-5934. Buyers, look no further; Kristin is the very best and will make your home purchase a breeze of a transaction. She will be there every step of the way for you.
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