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Austin Named Top Tech City, Rumble Got $15M and More ATX Tech News
Followed by a busy week at South By Southwest, catch up on the latest tech news in Silicon Hills, including funding rounds and Austin being named the best tech city (which most already knew). Keep reading to find out more. This is the Built-In Austin weekly refresh. Austin claimed the title of best tech city in the U.S. CompTIA, a nonprofit IT trade association, published its Tech Town Index. The report evaluated metropolitan areas that have a big tech presence and factored in the cost of living, the number of IT jobs, and projected growth over the next year and next five years. From a list of 20, Austin ranked…
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Texas real estate market could see a cool down in 2022
AUSTIN — Texas home prices skyrocketed in 2021, but it may begin to slow in 2022, experts say. Mortgage rates dropped in 2020 as a direct response to the coronavirus pandemic. This pushed homebuyers into the market and set off a frenzy for homes in Texas when the state was already experiencing a population boom. But the push in demand where there was already a limited supply meant prices rose. “The biggest trend [in 2021] was the increasing hike in home prices,” said Luis Torres, research economist at the Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center. “You’ve seen such strong demand due to historically low mortgage rates. I think that was…
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Here are the top 5 things to do in Austin this Christmas weekend
Eat, drink, dance, and be merry with these festive happenings. Finish up your holiday shopping at Blue Genie Art Bazaar or celebrate Hoppy Holidays with a cold beer in hand at the Neill-Cochran House Museum. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this Christmas weekend. Thursday, December 23 Blue Genie Art Bazaar Make the last dash to Blue Genie Art Bazaar for all your holiday gifting needs. Visitors will be able to shop in four different ways, including in person and virtually, to ensure a safe and pleasant experience for everyone. More than 170 regional artisans will be offering gifts for everyone on your list. Blue Genie…
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Best restaurant patios in Austin
With COVID-19 hospitalizations continuing to climb and ICU beds and ventilators in short supply, some people are retreating to dining behavior from last year. Every restaurant I’ve visited requires staff to continue to wear masks, and many are recommending, if not yet requiring, diners wear masks when not eating and drinking at their tables. And a recent poll from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research showed more than half of Americans favor mask mandates for dining at restaurants. Such a mandate is illegal in Texas. I, like many diners I’ve spoken with, am once again eating almost exclusively on patios. Good news: There are a lot of great patios at Austin…
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Best neighborhoods to stay in Austin and still be close to the action
Are you planning on relocating to the Austin Texas area? If so, you’re in good company because the Austin area continues to be one the top relocation destinations in the United States that attracts people from all over the world. In this article, we will provide you with more information about Austin Texas neighborhoods so that you can get a good idea of which one will be right for you. Downtown Downtown is the hardworking hub of the city. Here you’ll find the sprawling state capitol complex and a cluster of museums and hotels catering to politicians, business travelers and convention-goers. But downtown plays hard too. The neighborhood is chock-full…
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Austin-area housing market stays hot, sets January records
Continuing the Austin-area housing market’s hot streak, home sales and the median price paid for those homes set records for a January, according to new data from the Austin Board of Realtors. Low mortgage interest rates, high demand and a shortage of homes continue to fuel the market and drive prices higher, experts and real estate agents say. Sales of single-family homes, townhomes and condos soared almost 24% in January, with 2,523 homes changing hands, a record volume for the month. Half of the houses sold for more than $365,000 and half sold for less, a January record for the median price and an increase of nearly 20% over January 2020’s median. Things To Do Before…
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Thinking About Buying An Austin Texas Home? Make Sure You Hire A Real Estate Agent First
Are you thinking about buying in Austin Texas home? If so, you’ve come to the right place! The Austin Texas real estate market continues to remain hot thanks to historically low interest rates and high demand for real estate in the local area. What do these two things mean to you? As a buyer, you have to know that buying a home during a competitive real estate market can be really challenging, this is why you want to hire a professional real estate agent to help you find the right property. Over 20 Years Real Estate Experience Unlike some real estate agents for just getting started in local real estate,…
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The best meteor shower of 2020 will feature multi-colored shooting stars on Sunday night
A dazzling display is about to unfold in the night sky as one of the most reliable meteor showers of the entire year approaches its peak. Every year, skywatchers around the globe circle Dec. 13 on their calendars, the night that the Geminid meteor shower reaches its climax, although the celestial light show is best seen from a spot north of the equator. This is the perfect event for younger stargazers with an earlier bedtime as the Geminids are one of the only major meteor showers that are active during the evening. Shooting stars will start to streak across the night sky by around 9 p.m., local time, and will…
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Governor Abbott announces virtual music conference
AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott announced a virtual, one-day music conference to be held in Texas. The Second Annual Texas Sounds and Cities conference will be held on Monday, November 16 starting at 11 a.m. The conference will be co-hosted by the Texas Music Office and Hear Fort Worth, and it will bring together music lovers to discuss the future of music in Texas. “Music is a big part of the Texas brand,” said Governor Abbott. “As our focus is on safely and strategically revitalizing all aspects of the Lone Star State—work, school, entertainment, and culture—Texas is committed to working alongside community leaders to ensure they have the knowledge and…
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The Cathedral Hosts Socially Distanced Evenings Of Music, Art
NORTH AUSTIN, TX—Enjoy an intimate and unique celebration of Austin’s artists and musicians with a socially distanced evening gathering featuring delicious margaritas. Art + Music at the Cathedral will have safety protocols in place to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, including private group seating with 50% max capacity to maintain safety for everyone. Masks are required to enter and temperature checks will take place at the door. Masks may be removed while seated. There will be sanitizer provided by Surgicept throughout the venue. Held on Thursday evenings beginning on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Ticket pricing is per table, with only 1 ticket reservation needed…
