Cedar Park Growth and Sustainability ~ Where your tax dollars are going. Property Tax 101: Ad Valorem is Latin for “according to value," and is  a term used to describe property tax. How is property tax rate determined: Each year, our City Council looks at the City’s expenses, reviews the prior year's tax rate, examines assessed property values, sets a budget and determines the rate needed to bring in the amount to cover those expenses. How is property tax collected: The County Tax Assessor Collector collects your property taxes for the City, County, school district, college district and other taxing entities, then sends those tax dollars to each of these entities. What is tax revenue used for: the revenue collected by the City of Cedar Park is used to provide services and infrastructur... 02/10/2016

  Cedar Park Texas - Luxury executive-level Foreclosure sold As-Is in Twin Creeks Country Club. Bank Minimum Bid is $181,000. Bank List Price is $350,000. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2 living areas, 2 dining areas, 2 stories, 3 car garage, 3,664 square feet, on an over-sized 0.222-acre lot. Built by DR Horton in 2006. Formal Dining room. Natural gas neighborhood. Dramatic entry with 2 Juliette Balconies and a large Study with built-ins. Large over-sized kitchen opens to family room. Located in Twin Creeks Country Club in Cedar Park Texas. Twin Creeks is a golf course community just northwest of Austin. The Golf course was designed by golf legend Fred Couples. The 18-hole course draws in golfers from all over our area. However, even the non-golfers enjoy the beautiful views the course provide... 02/01/2016

Are you representing your buyers best interest is what I was thinking this morning when I opened up my email to find I received a buyer's request for seller repairs from their buyer agent stamp dated 9:pm 1/31/16.Option period ended at 5: pm 1/31/16I will contact my sellers and ask them if they would like to entertain the buyers minor repair list.My point to this blog is what is so important in ones life they can't get with their clients Amendment for repairs sent to the listing agent before the deadline stated in contract.Buyers inspection was completed day two of their seven day option period in my eyes there is no excuse not to meet deadlines otherwise why bother being a real estate professional.We all have a song and dance in real estate and most of us don't express it in a blog pos... 01/31/2016

Buttercup Creek Subdivision of Cedar Park TX 78613Buttercup Creek Neighborhood located in Cedar Park is a community of single family homes, condo’s and townhomes located northwest of Austin city limits. Buttercup Creek offers a unique master-planned community featuring award-winning, energy-efficient homes, recreational parks, pools, greenbelts and trails meandering throughout the neighborhoods.Geographic of Buttercup Creek community neighborhood is in West Cedar Park and it’s boundaries are from Park Street (North), Cypress Creek Road (South), S Bell Blvd (East), and S Lakeline Blvd (west and east). Hospital is less than 4 minutes from the neighborhood, Lakeline shopping mall, 1890 Ranch shopping and Round Rock Outlets, Domain and many other shopping centers close by, other places of i... 01/13/2016

 Karen Fiddler brought "My Top Ten Moments of 2015" to my attention and I'm now sharing with you. Check out Karen Fiddlers blog post and be sure to comment. What is your top ten moments in 2015? Karen Say's Points to be had.My Top Moment of 2015 was coming back to ACTIVERAINActiverain has helped by business in 2015 and I'm looking forward to 2016 blogging away in the RAIN My Top Ten Moment in 2015 10) Private Pilots license - I have over 57 hours of flying 30+ solo and should have my private license but stopped flying years back. I started back and hope to complete soon in 2016. 9) Came back to ActiveRain  -  left ActiveRain for some time, no reason other than procrastination. It’s great to be back reading great educational blog post and being amongst old friends. I even sent another me... 01/01/2016

How much is my Cedar Park home worth? Market Trends for Cedar Park TXCedar Park homeowners ask the question “how do I find out how much my home is worth"? When I’m asked this question I reply a comparative market analysis or appraisal are the standard methods of determining a home’s marketable value.  The first step to determine your Cedar Park homes value is to contact and hire Bob Ratliff your Cedar Park TX listing specialist. I will provide a comparative market analysis, an informal estimate of value based on comparable sales in your neighborhood.Gathering information on current listings as well as the past six month of sales that are comparable to your home in similar size, construction and location, making adjustments for improvements and other variables etc.What is a  comparative ... 12/28/2015

Cedar Park Texas - Bank Minimum Bid is only $139,000. Bank Owned Foreclosure sold As-Is. 1 story, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 3 car garage, 1,841 square feet on an over-sized 75' by 125' (0.207-acre) lot. Built by Doyle Wilson in 1989. Security System, Natural gas. Slab foundation. Mature trees. Quiet neighborhood. Tile floors. Granite counters with travertine backsplash. Dog run. 2-inch faux wood blinds throughout. Located in the Buttercup Creek subdivision. Community amenities include community pools, tennis courts, parks, sand volleyball courts, playgrounds, nature trails, and much more. Nelson Ranch Park provides barbecue pits and picnic areas to help residents enjoy their time outdoors. Despite this abundance of outdoor opportunities, Buttercup Creek is convenient to urban advantages... 12/25/2015

Silverado Ranch Market Update 12/20/2015Silverado Market Review for the past 90 days:2 active listing currently for sale2 pending listings9 sold listing in the past 90 daysStatistics Review: SP/LP 97.88%min list price $244,900 min sale price $232,000max list price $394,900 max sale price $385,000average list price $297,677 average sale price $280,600median list price $270,000 median sale price $262,500Silverado Ranch is located in Cedar Park Texas nestled between FM 1431 (Whitestone Blvd) and Brushy Creek bordering east and west sides of Vista Ridge Blvd. and only 21 miles Northwest of Austin. Silverado Ranch one and two story single family homes offer 1500 plus sq.ft to 4,000 sq.ft. boasting several unique floor plans priced in the mid $250,000+ to $400,000+ range.One of Cedar Park mos... 12/19/2015

Buttercup Creek Neighborhood, Cedar Park TX 78613 and Market Update December 2015 Buttercup Creek Market Update December 2015 Last 90 days According to the Austin multiple listing services to date 12/14/2015Currently 10 active listings priced between $245,000 - $525,900 12 pending priced from $189,900 - $529,000Past 90 days 35 sold listings  The minimum list price is $134,500 and a sales price of $134,500The maximum list price is $529,000 and a sales price of $435,000The Average list price is $289,349 and a sales price of $261,524The median list price is $274,900 and a sales price of $239,900Average days on the market are typically 29 days Average List price to Sale price 97.92%  With square feet from 1,400 - 4,000 living space in this report  it may not refelct your homes list and sale... 12/13/2015

Show Us Your Home for the Holidays Season 2...December Contest             hosted by Debbie Laity. Christmas in Lago Vista and Austin TXI didn't participate in last years contest so this year I'll highlight a few of our neighborhood holiday lights and my own home exterior.Since Jim is going to Ruidoso this year to celebrate with family I'll be staying home with our three four month old Lab puppies. I'm not much for the cold or snow.We decided not to put up lights or a tree this year since it's only me but I did break down and decorated outside of the house for the Lago Vista neighborhood children. Christmas is celebrating our Savior's birth but also for the kiddos and when I was young I enjoyed seeing all the lights on homes and in trees.Enjoy the amateurs video of our home....me     Th... 12/05/2015

Williamson County Parks in Cedar Park, Leander, & Georgetown TX Williamson County mission is to manage and operate a system of parks in Cedar Park, Leander and Georgetown that will add quality to life, build community pride and spirit, promote physical fitness and self improvement, evoke an emotional and intellectual response to connections with nature, consider long term open space needs, preserve endangered species, and improve air quality. Here's a few great parks to visit in Williamson County   Berry Springs Park and Preserve1801 C.R. 152Georgetown, TX 78626    Champion Park3830 Brushy Creek RoadCedar Park, TX 78613    Southwest Williamson County Regional Park3005 C.R. 175 Leander, TX 78641   Twin Lakes Park2300 S Bell Blvd. Cedar Park, TX 78613   Williamson county parks in Cedar Pa... 12/02/2015

Cedar Park Residents Must Register Their Pets it’s required by City Ensuring the best way to protect your dogs or cats is Licensing and Micro-chipping so when they stray or get lost. Registering your animal helps when they’re in an accident with another person, animal or property. Most cities require residents to register their pets with their local animal control department, but many not aware of these city rules. In Cedar Park owners can register their pet’s online, or may register them at the Cedar Park Police Department. A nominal fee of $5.00 per animal if spayed/neutered and $10.00 per animal if not spayed/neutered. Police Department is located at 911 Quest Parkway in Cedar Park TX 78613. Cedar Park Animal Control Help to Enforce:•Impounding loose dogs and cats •Rabies and disease... 11/29/2015

Cedar Park Illuminates Largest Oak Tree with over 65,000 lights and visit from Santa. Join Cedar Park community in its tradition lighting of the largest Live Oak Tree in the city limits. Bring your family and friends to celebrate Santa’s Workshop kick-off, live music, carriage rides, games, inflatables, prizes, coloring contest for kinder/first graders and photos with Santa. Date: Friday - December 4, 2015Time: 6:30 pm - 9 pmLocation: Heritage Oak Park - 875 Quest Parkway Just another reason to let Bob Ratliff, REALTOR help you relocate to Cedar Park TX.Thinking about selling or buying a home in Cedar Park?contact Bob (512) 587-5689 11/28/2015

Cedar Park TX Pet Friendly Cedar Bark Park My Partner/husband Jim and I often take our dogs to the Cedar Bark Park, while our dogs meet and greet I continue to network building relationships to add to my real estate sphere. Our three Lab pups love all the attention they receive. Cedar Bark Park is a 5-acre fenced in Dog Park located in Veterans Memorial Park at 2525 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park, TX  78613.   Amenities include a natural dog pond, pet waste stations, benches, drinking fountains, dog showers, and natural features.  This park is a Cedar Park favorite! Cedar Park TX Pet Friendly Cedar Bark Park hours dawn to dusk: Rules 1. This Facility is for use by dogs, their owners/handlers, and their human guests only. No other animals or uses are permitted.2. Leashes may be removed in... 11/27/2015

Happy Thanksgiving ActiveRain FriendsAs you all celebrate feasting with family and friends I wanted to take time to wish everyone a very special Thanksgiving Day. The Wampanoag Indians and Pilgrims of Plymouth Colonies shared an Autumn harvest feast that we know today as the first Thanksgiving.Happy Thanksgiving ActiveRain Family  11/26/2015

521 Tyree RD Cedar Park TX 78613 ~~ Pending Sale ~~Offered at $289,900.00"Silverado West"This Cedar Park home was under contract in 8 days Exceptional single family home boasting over 3316 sqft living space with many owner upgrades.Located Southeast Cedar Park close to 1890 Ranch Shopping and Round Rock Outlet Mall, easy access to toll roads. Click on Photo For Virtual TourIf you or someone you know is looking for a home in Cedar Park we have other listings and know of a few pocket listings.Contact Bob Ratliff, REALTOR®, Broker Associate(512) 587-5689 11/25/2015

521 Tyree RD Cedar Park TX 78613 For Sale Offered at $289,900.00"Silverado West" Exceptional opportunity to own Silverado West single family home boasting over 3316 sqft living space with 64 oz carpet pad upgrade; recent furnace upgrade; recent exterior/interior paint; recent sprinkler system with Emerald Zoysia grass; three side brick veneer/hardi-plank exterior; stained privacy fence surrounding back yard. Entering foyer of this lovely home is office/study; formal dining; open living concept; island kitchen and huge pantry; second living up could be game room/media; three secondary bedrooms; full bath; master retreat with walk-in closet, master bath double vanity, separate shower/garden tub.Located Southeast Cedar Park close to 1890 Ranch Shopping and Round Rock Outlet Mall, easy acce... 11/09/2015

  Cedar Park Texas - Bank Foreclosure sold As-Is in the high demand subdivision of Cedar Park Towncenter. 2 story, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage, 1,831 square feet, on a 0.114 acre lot. Built by DR Horton in 2006. Community pool. City utilities. Close to commuter rail, tollways, hospitals, major employers, shopping, eateries, Costco, and top rated Leander ISD schools. Just minutes to Austin, Leander, Georgetown, and Round Rock Texas. Buyer must verify all features and information. Feeds into highly demanded Giddens Elementary, Wiley Middle, and Rouse High. Bank Foreclosure built 2006 in Cedar Park Towncenter Texas $195,700 Call 24 hour info: 1800-572-5307 Ext. 555 www.BrokerHomeValue.com www.AustinForeclosureSales.com www.FreeOnlineForeclosureSearch.com www.GeorgeKieferBlog.com Feel... 08/30/2015

This weekend you might want to try this wonderful, moderately priced casual style restaurant in our neighboring city of Cedar Park, where you will enjoy authentic Southwestern cuisine. Everything is made from scratch - food was fresh and service was great. Definitely add this one on your list!     BLUE CORN HARVEST BAR & GRILL                      http://www.bluecornharvest.com/ Carlos Manzano and Santos Garcia are the owners of Blue Corn Harvest.  They both have careers spanning over 30 years in the restaurant industry. Multiple company awards have been won by Carlos and Santos for their development of new dishes and recipes and restaurant service in general.  Their vision of opening Blue Corn Harvest has been molded with hard work and endless dedication.  Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill... 08/27/2015

Now this is how you build a pool in the live music capital of the world!  While not fully complete, you can see that this guitar shaped pool will have a hot tub as a soundhole and the bridge appears to be a swimp up bar. The neck will serve as the lap portion of the pool.  How great is that?  Do you want to crash the party there?  Well, there are currently 13 lots for sale in the brand new Abbottsbury at Twin Creeks development where this home and guest house are being built.    Looking for one-of-a-kind lots in a beautiful location near a wonderful neighborhood?  Click here to view the list of lots available for the new Abbotsbury at Twin Creeks development.  The lots are located on the renowned Twin Creeks Golf Course and offer protected greenbelt views.  They are situated near the in... 08/05/2015