August 2021

Aug 1, 2021
2 min read

The final stretch of summer is here!

Whether you're cranking up the BBQ or enjoying some time outdoors, we wish you plenty of sun and fun. Below you’ll find a few local happenings, insider tips and lifestyle content curated for the season.

Enjoy!

If you missed it last month, Lisa Harrell and Meredith Alderson, top producing agents at Compass, have joined forces to better serve our clients and the Austin market.

We look forward to sharing more exciting news later this year!

Real Estate in the News

Mortgage rates falling back to historic lows

"With mortgage rates falling again to near record lows, combined with the removal of the adverse market fee effective August 1st, we will likely see another increase in refinance activity from already elevated levels," Bill McBride, housing economist at Calculated Risk, tells Axios.

Austin Market Stats | June 2021

Community

Don't miss these activities, virtual events, and ideas to stay busy in the ATX.

Classic Austin Activities You Can Still Enjoy This Summer

While it’s easy to think about all of the things we cannot do during the pandemic, let’s shine a little light on some classic Austin activities that we can enjoy. Learn more here.

5 Drive-In Movie Theaters Near Austin

Due to COVID and social distancing guidelines, drive-in movie theaters are making a comeback. See the list here.

Outlaw Music Festival

August 22 Willie Nelson Live Nation and the Outlaw Music Festival Tour are back on the road again! Willie will be live and in concert with his family and friends, including Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson, The Avett Brothers, and more. Learn more here.

Lifestyle Tips & Tricks

Looking for Ways to Keep the Kids Entertained? Check Out These Safe Outdoor Family Activities.

Patch has compiled a few safe activities to keep the family busy outdoors. All of these activities can be done wearing a mask and with social distancing practices in mind. Find your next great family bonding experience and reduce everyone's stress.

36 Of The Best Summer Grilling Recipes Perfect for Those Summer Nights

Fire up the grill and try one of Better Homes and Garden's favorite grilling recipes for your next summer cookout. Choose from classic main dishes—grilled chicken, steak, burgers, salmon, ribs, and more—or a delicious side, like grilled corn or pineapple. Dessert is even covered—all fresh off the grill.

ATX: Don't Miss This

The Museum of Ice Cream

Set to debut at The Domain on Saturday, Aug. 21, Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) is coming to town and bringing 12 never-before-seen instillations with it.

Learn more here.

A Guide to All the Restaurants Opening at Austin’s St. Elmo Public Market

The St. Elmo Public Market, a massive, 40,000-square-foot space pegged as Austin’s version of New York’s Chelsea Market and Seattle’s Pike Place Market, is finally set to open this year.

Learn more here.

What Austin architects designed during pandemic-stricken year

Which architecture firms are designing the future of Austin? Dive into ABJ's latest list to learn about the firms' local operations, and check out a slideshow of some of their recent projects.

Read the full article here.