Photos from Jeff Kessler ABR,GRI, Texas 512.801.5666
The Hill Country is beautiful this time of Year (spring). With all the flowers blooming.Located in: Austin, TX
The City Manager has determined that Stage 2 Water Restrictions will go into effect on Monday, August 24, 2009. These restrictions will be in effect until further notice.
Stage 2 Water Use Restrictions
The City Manager has determined that Stage 2 Water Restrictions will go into effect on Monday, August 24, 2009. These restrictions will be in effect until further notice.
In Stage 2, the following additional restrictions apply to the use of potable water:
*Exceptions are made for washing necessary to protect public health, safety or welfare
Water waste is prohibited year-round.
Questions about the Stage 2 watering restrictions? Please read our FAQ (pdf).
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Watering restrictions help conserve our treated drinking water and preserve water supply in the Highland Lakes . The full water use management ordinance may be found in Chapter 6-4 of City Code. Violations are Class C misdemeanors, with each instance punishable by a fine of up to $500. To report violations, please use our online reporting form or call 311.
If you would like to save more that just water and would like to save money when buying a home please see my link.
www.CentralTexasHomeRebates.com
Thank you,
J.
Looking to put your child in school for the first time. Maybe you are moving and need to know about a particular school.
Here are some calender links of what is happening with different schools in Cental Texas.
If you have other links please add them
Have a great and safe school year.
J.
Looking to save money and get the same service that other agent give. Then please contact me to find out more information
www. CentralTexasHomeRebates.com
Sales Tax Holiday
Clothing Sales Tax Holiday
August 21-23, 2009
Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on August 21, 22 and 23 - the state's annual tax holiday. Lay-away plans can be used again this year to take advantage of the sales tax holiday.
As in previous years, the law exempts most clothing and footwear priced under $100 from sales and use taxes, which could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend. Backpacks under $100 and used by elementary and secondary students are also exempt. A backpack is a pack with straps one wears on the back. The exemption during the sales tax holiday includes backpacks with wheels, provided they can also be worn on the back like a traditional backpack, and messenger bags. The exemption does not include items that are reasonably defined as luggage, briefcases, athletic/duffle/gym bags, computer bags, purses or framed backpacks. Ten or fewer backpacks can be purchased tax-free at one time without providing an exemption certificate to the seller.
School Supplies - New in 2009!
The 81st Texas Legislature recently passed HB 1801 (2009) expanding the list of items qualifying for exemption from Texas state and local sales and use taxes during the annual sales tax holiday in August. Effective this year, in addition to clothes, footwear and some backpacks, Texas families also get a sales tax break on most school supplies priced at less than $100 purchased for use by a student in an elementary or secondary school.
The following is an all-inclusive list of qualifying school supplies
(if priced less than $100):
1. Binders
2. Book bags
3. Calculators
4. Cellophane tape
5. Blackboard chalk
6. Compasses
7. Composition books
8. Crayons
9. Erasers
10. Folders; expandable, pocket, plastic, and manila
11. Glue, paste and paste sticks
12. Highlighters
13. Index cards
14. Index card boxes
15. Legal pads
16. Lunch boxes
17. Markers
18. Notebooks
19. Paper; loose leaf ruled notebook paper, copy paper, graph paper,
tracing paper, manila paper, colored paper, poster board, and
construction paper
20. Pencil boxes and other school supply boxes
21. Pencil sharpeners
22. Pencils
23. Pens
24. Protractors
25. Rulers
26. Scissors
27. Writing tablets
No exemption certificate is required - with one exception. If the purchaser is buying the supplies under a business account, the retailer must obtain an exemption certificate from the purchaser certifying that the items are purchased for use by an elementary or secondary school student. "Under a business account" means the purchaser is using a business credit card or business check rather than a personal credit card or personal check; being billed under a business account maintained at the retailer; or is using a business membership at a retailer that is membership based.
List of Clothing, Footwear and Backpacks,
and Their Exempton Status
TAX-FREE
* Baby clothes
* Backpacks for use by elementary and secondary students
* Belts with attached buckles
* Boots - cowboy, hiking
* Caps/hats - baseball, fishing, golf, knitted
* Coats and wraps
* Diapers - adult and baby
* Dresses
* Gloves (generally)
* Gym suits and uniforms
* Hooded shirts and hooded sweatshirts
* Hosiery
* Jackets
* Jeans
* Jerseys - baseball and football
* Jogging apparel
* Neckwear and ties
* Pajamas
* Pants and trousers
* Raincoats and ponchos
* Robes
* Shirts
* Shoes - sandals, slippers, sneakers, tennis, walking
* Socks (including athletic)
* Shorts
* Suits, slacks, and jackets
* Sweatshirts
* Sweat suits
* Sweaters
* Swimsuits
* Underclothes
* Work clothes and uniforms
TAXED
* Accessories (generally) - barrettes, elastic ponytail holders, wallets, watches
* Backpacks - unless for use by elementary and secondary students
* Baseball cleats and pants
* Belt buckles (without belt)
* Boots - climbing, fishing, rubber work boots, ski, waders
* Buttons and zippers
* Cloth and lace, knitting yarns, and other fabrics
* Dry cleaning services
* Football pants
* Golf gloves
* Handbags and purses
* Handkerchiefs
* Hard hats
* Helmets - bike, baseball, football, hockey, motorcycle, sports
* Ice skates
* Jewelry
* Laundering services
* Leather goods - except belts with buckles and wearing apparel
* Pads - football, hockey, soccer, elbow, knee, shoulder
* Personal flotation devices
* Rented clothing (including uniforms, formal wear, and costumes)
* Roller blades and skates
* Safety clothing, glasses
* Shoes - bicycle (cleated), bowling, golf
For more information: click
Thanks to Kindra Zepeda for give me this info. She works at Indepence Title here in Austin. Please use call her for any Title needs.
If you are looking to buy a resale or new home please contact me.
I can help you save thousands of dollars.
Resale Homes in Central Texas
http://www.CentralTexasHomeRebates.com
New Home Purchase anywhere in Texas
http://www.RebateOnTexasHomes.com
Sports
8/6
Moonlight Margarita Run 5K
Austin, TX
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/15
5K for Clay
Round Rock, TX
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/22
8th Annual Deep Eddy
Austin, TX
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/22
Austin Bat Run 5K
Austin, Texas
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/23
Dr. John's Sports Center Back to School Bash
Cedar Park, Texas
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/29
Pure Austin XTERRA Austin Off Road Triathlon
Austin, Texas
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
Round Rock Express
www.roundrockexpress.com
Music
8/1
Jimmy Vaughan
Antones
www.antones.net
8/3
Counting Crows
w/ Michael Franti & Spearhead | Augustana |
Austin Music Hall
www.austinmusichall.com
8/6
Park The Van Tour
w/ Floating Action And The Generationals Inside Show
Stubbs
www.stubbsaustin.com
8/12
Papa Mali
KGSR Blues On The Green
Waterloo Park
www.kgsr.com
Unplugged at the Grove
8/13 Bruce Robison
8/20 Guy Forsyth
8/27 Paul Thorn
Shady Grove
www.kgsr.com
8/14, 7:30 - 11pm
Rotel and the Hot Tomatoes
Nutty Brown Cafe
www.nuttybrown.com
8/20
Blondie & Pat Benatar
w/ The Donnas
Austin Music Hall
www.austinmusichall.com
Sports
8/6
Moonlight Margarita Run 5K
Austin, TX
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/15
5K for Clay
Round Rock, TX
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/22
8th Annual Deep Eddy
Austin, TX
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/22
Austin Bat Run 5K
Austin, Texas
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/23
Dr. John's Sports Center Back to School Bash
Cedar Park, Texas
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
8/29
Pure Austin XTERRA Austin Off Road Triathlon
Austin, Texas
www.runtex.com/web/4-2.asp
Round Rock Express
www.roundrockexpress.com
Theatre/Culture
Thru August 8th
The Music Man
Zilker Hillside Theatre
2201 Barton Springs Rd.
www.austin360.com
8/6-7
Ottmar Liebert
One World Theatre
www.oneworldtheatre.org
8/11-15, 8 pm
8/16, 3 pm
The Wonderbread Years
Starring Pat Hazell
Rollins Studio Theatre
www.thelongcenter.org
8/21
Larry Gatlin
One World Theatre
www.oneworldtheatre.org
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents
Over The Top
8/19-20, 7:30 pm
8/21, 10:30 am and 7:30 pm
8/22, 11:30 am, 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm
8/23, 1:30 pm and 5:30 pm
Frank Erwin Center
www.uterwincenter.com
8/28
Paula Poundstone
One World Theatre
www.oneworldtheatre.org
Other fun things to do
Splash Party Movie Nights
Visit website for schedule
Deep Eddy Pool
www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/pools_special.htm
8/13-15
Blanco County Fair and Rodeo
www.bcfra.org
5/31-8/23, 7:30 pm
Sunday evenings
Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park
Hartman Concert Park at the Long Center
www.austinsymphony.org
8/30, 11 am - 5:30 pm
Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival
12th and Red River
www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Market/HotSauce
8/22
Helping Austin Gala
Austin Music Hall
www.helpingAustin.org
If you are looking to buy a resale or new home please contact me.
I can help you save thousands of dollars.
Resale Homes in Central Texas
http://www.CentralTexasHomeRebates.com
New Home Purchase anywhere in Texas
http://www.RebateOnTexasHomes.com
Brand new school ratings in Texas released 7/31/2009
My good friend Kindra Zepeda with Indepence title sent me this link.
If you are looking for some great information about schools in the greater Austin Area you will need to check out the link below
http://independencetitle.com/tools/School-Ratings---Greater-Austin
If you are looking to buy a resale or new home please contact me.
I can help you save thousands of dollars.
Resale Homes in Central Texas
http://www.CentralTexasHomeRebates.com
New Home Purchase anywhere in Texas
http://www.RebateOnTexasHomes.com
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I am a Texas agent. I work with buyers and sellers. My specialty is in new homes. If you are looking to buy a new home anywhere in Texas please call or email me. jkagent@gmail.com 512.801.5666
Jeff Kessler ABR,GRI has been serving the Texas community since 1997. He specializes in Residential Real Estate Sales, Listings and Rentals. He offers quality and reliable services you can count on. In addition, he is a friendly and professional Sales Counselor that is here to answer any questions you may have about Real Estate.
Whether you need Sales, Listings or Rentals, He has the knowledge and professionalism to get it done. Jeff Kessler, his goal is to provide you with courteous, expedient, professional service of the highest caliber.
I just want to add that the Real Estate Co. that I work for is called Austin Home Realtors. If you have any questions about real estate in Texas, I will be more than happy to answer any of your questions. Real estate can be confusing, but with over 700 + homes closed I may just have the answer you need.
If you have any questions or would like to speak with a Jeff regarding the sale of your home or the purchase of a new home, please e-mail him at mailto:jkagent@gmail.com or call him at (512)801.5666.
My Links
Here is a link to my weekly "REAL ESTATE NEWS CHANNEL":
http://realtytimes.com/vnc/JeffKessler
This week's segments are full of interesting and useful information that I think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.
Another resources for Real Estate in the Central Texas Area.
http://jeffkessler.point2agent.com/
Want to list your home and you live in the Central Texas Area.
http://realtyatx.com/
Get up to 5% cash back on a new home in Texas by using this program.
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My Localism Link
http://localism.com/agents/jkagent
Get up to 5% cash back on a new home in Texas by using this program.
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What clients have said about me.
http://www.incredibleagents.com/real-estate-agents/TX/Austin/Austin-Homes/Jeff-Kessler/contact.html
What clients have said about me.
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Experience
10+ Years in residential real estate.
2+ Years as a Mortgage Lender.
2+ Years as a Closing Coordinator in Charge of closing over 1100+ Homes.
8+ years in new condominium sales.
2+ years in new construction.
Received my two designations, ABR and GRI in my first year of Real Estate.
About my Designations
Accredited Buyer Representative
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYER'S AGENT Council ("REBAC") of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria.
Over 31,000 REALTORS® hold the ABR® designation. REBAC (Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council) REBAC is geared towards real estate brokers and agents who want to integrate buyer agency services into their day-to-day operations so that they can provide a full menu of services to both buyers and sellers. You can contact REBAC by calling Customer Service at 1-800-648-6224, e-mailing rebac@realtors.org or visiting their Web site at http://www.rebac.net/
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute
Members involved in residential real estate who want a solid base of information for their practice will want to participate in the REALTOR® Institute program and earn the GRI designation. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Request Fax-on-Demand* Document #9, or contact your State REALTOR ® Association for course dates and locations. A listing of the State REALTOR® Associations is available at http://www.realtor.org/griclear.nsf?opendatabase
If you know of anyone interested in Texas real estate please e-mail or call me.
At Austin Homes we offer only the finest service and experienced Sales Counselors to get you started and on your way.
To search the Austin MLS please click on the the Welcome Mat.
I follow the Federal Trade Commission and U.S. Department of Justice's, "Competition in the Real Estate Brokerage Industry".
How does this program work?
Almost all New Home builders in Texas will pay a Real Estate commission to a licensed real estate broker. As an Agent in Texas I can Share this commission with you, the buyer, and give it back to you as a Cash Refund. Most people don't understand that the price of a new home is the same regardless of whether you have an agent or not. This is how I can offer you this service for FREE and give back to you, thousands of dollars!
Why Should I use this program?
I understand that people like to search for their new home on the internet. These people should be rewarded for their time and effort. That is why I created this program.
Take advantage of this offer to save thousands of dollars today!
Why did I start this program.
I have read so many negative things about Real Estate these days that I decide to start a NEW HOME REBATE PROGRAM for Texas. What a great way to get CASH BACK on YOUR new home in TEXAS.
Buyer's Services
As a home buyer in today's market, you want someone to listen to and understand your needs. Someone to monitor the market for you and keep you updated. To guide you through the process, and to respond to your questions quickly with honest, straightforward answers.
The following services are available to all buyers who choose me to represent them as their Buyer's Agent.
Buyer Profile Counseling Meeting: This is our chance to discuss your financial position, and pinpoint your home style preferences, availability, locations, schools and any specific features you desire.
Buyer's Portfolio: A package of listing information is prepared for you, including new and pre-owned homes.
Financing Advice: I'll help you connect with the lender that's right for you and assist in determining the appropriate financing.
Market Updates: Daily or weekly listing updates are provided to you via phone, fax, e-mail, or mail.
Helpful Resources: I have access to vast resources to make life easier for buyers-detailed school and community information, public records databases, and much, much more.
Market Analysis for Your Chosen Property: Before making an offer, I prepare a written market analysis on your chosen property and advise you on negotiating strategies, including an initial offering price. Offer Preparation, Presentation, and Negotiation I'll prepare your offer and negotiate your contract in a skillful manner, to ensure you get the best buy possible.
Upon Closing: I will give you the keys to your new home.
Austin Board of REALTORS®, Texas Association of REALTORS®, National Association of REALTORS®
TAR Texas Association of Realtors
My Reviews
I hired Jeff about 8 years ago for my first investment property. I am still using his services today. Most agents seem to disappear after a few years. Jeff has stuck it out and does a great job. Give him a call, I bet you will feel the same way. Brad
I bought my first place with Jeff's help in 2000, and he made it very easy. He's so knowledgeable about the condo market and always made himself available to answer questions. Highly recommended!
I bought a duplex with Jeff in north Austin. This was my first home and Jeff walked me through the whole process. I will be recommending him to all my friends. He was very knowledgeable and able to answer all my questions in a timely manor, Thank you, Kim W.
I am from California and was not to familiar with Austin, Jeff showed me the city and made me feel like I was home. He helped me get into a condominium in downtown Austin. I will definitely use his services again.
Great Job. Helped me and my wife get a condo in downtown Austin Texas I found his knowledge of the Austin area remarkable. I would highly recommend him to all my friends. If was the first time buying a home and he helped me get a loan and inspection and showed me the right way to buy a home. I will alway send him my referels. Chris J.
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