Dorie's Canyon Creek Blog

My buyers wish was to find a small condo, close to work to live in for the next two – three years and then maybe use it for a rental. I’ve listed their home and it is under contract so we found this little gem to write an offer on. It’s been accepted, inspections scheduled and […]

I’m so excited!  I can’t wait to share the news! Our Canyon Creek HOA Board just approved a redevelopment of our community pool bathhouse and renovated facility!  Our pool bathhouse has been in need of repair and I’m so thrilled the board spent the time and effort to come up with an excellent plan to […]

Happy President’s Day! Many of you will be taking the day off. I was hoping to but looks like I’ll have a busy day. I have a new listing being staged, need to collect earnest and option money checks for a listing that went under contract Saturday. I have inspections on a home my buyer has […]

Pending Sale February 2017 in Canyon Creek Subdivision Austin TX Congratulations to another Austin buyer who is on their way to owning their own home because they were ready to make a firm cash offer when their Realtor® found the right property for them. Buyers who act decisively have the best opportunity to buy a property […]

When it comes to dining out this week-end let’s think “Soul food.” No..not chicken fried steak, mash potatoes and gravy….let’s think “Soul food of Japan!” You probably think you know what ramen is.  Read on and discover that it’s a lot more than those 10 cent packages of noodles that fill up a college student’s dorm. Give […]

There are so many delicious places in Austin to find Sweet Treats for your special Valentine! Check my list out: 1. Gordough’s – Donuts, donuts, both savory and sweet! 4 locations locally 2, brick and mortar and 2 food trailers conveniently located and gaining popularity amongst locals and visitors alike. Big Fat donuts! 2. Voodoo […]

Bob Stewart and Active Rain are asking us to identify two tools/systems we love. These help our real estate lives function easier and business run more smoothly. I have several but it is easy-peasy to narrow down two that I absolutely use all the time. 1. SugarSync is something my Administrative Assistant loves and so […]

Thank you Liz and Bill Spear for hosting the 2017 February 2017 Challenge: What I love about my Job. Considering romance is in the air with St. Valentine’s Day this month it’s a perfect time to express gratitude for our loved ones as well as for our jobs. I have to admit being self employed I […]

There is a new Salon in town located in NW Austin on Research Blvd. that has tongues wagging! It’s called Tune Up the Manly salon and is owned by West Priest. What makes it so different? They offer haircuts, manicures, pedicures, shoulder massages and beard trims! It’s a men’s grooming place for the modern man! […]