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<pubDate>09/12/2009</pubDate>
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<title>Why the Fed is Having Less Influence over Mortgage Interest Rates</title>
<description>This article talks about the current relationship between the Fed and mortgage interest rates.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129258</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-23</pubDate>
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<title>Why I Hate 40-Year Loans</title>
<description>This article explains some of the disadvantages of 40-year mortgages compared to some other options, while presenting many of the loan packages that helped cause the subprime crisis in a more critical light.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=129159</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-22</pubDate>
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<title>Bear Stearns and the Free Market</title>
<description>This article is about the recent government bailout of Bear Stearns, one of the top five investment banks in the US, by the Federal Reserve, as well as its broader implications for the economy.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128560</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-20</pubDate>
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<title>Subprime Woes Reach New Heights</title>
<description>This article discusses the most recent developments in the subprime mortgage crisis, addressing the twin spectres of rising foreclosures and jitters on Wall Street.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=128934</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-20</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Neighborhood Profiles : Travis Heights</title>
<description>This article describes the central Austin neighborhood of Travis Heights, with an emphasis on homes and local businesses.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=127684</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-17</pubDate>
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<title>Crestview</title>
<description>This article is about the central Austin neighborhood of Crestview and its homes.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=126451</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-13</pubDate>
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<title>South by Southwest in Austin</title>
<description>This article is about all the cool day shows and free events during the SXSW interactive, film, and music festivals.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=125796</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-12</pubDate>
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<title>Agave Development in Austin Real Estate</title>
<description>This article describes the recent Agave housing development in Austin, Texas that focuses on sustainable building and providing green housing alternatives at affordable prices.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=126148</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-12</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Burger Places</title>
<description>This article highlights some of the best burger places in Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=125363</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-11</pubDate>
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<title>The Live Theater Scene in Austin</title>
<description>This article provides a description of the theater scene in Austin and some of the different venues and theater groups in Austin.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=124805</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-09</pubDate>
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<title>History of the SXSW Music Festival</title>
<description>This article discusses the long, rich history of the SXSW festival, which started in the 80's to focus on local music and has since added important film and interactive components.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=124431</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-08</pubDate>
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<title>Hillary and Obama: Where Are The Issues?</title>
<description>This article discusses the ongoing primary fight between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=123867</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-06</pubDate>
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<title>How to Reduce Your Heating Bill</title>
<description>This article is about how to lower your monthly heating bill through some simple and inexpensive home improvements.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=122961</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-05</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Profiles: 2nd Street</title>
<description>This article is about the high-growth 2nd Street District in Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=122505</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-04</pubDate>
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<title>Synthesizer Fundamentals:Snare Drum</title>
<description>This article is part of a basic sound design series that shows you how to make the classic snare drum sounds of the 80's, which have been increasingly popular in modern electronic dance music.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=121706</link>
<pubDate>2008-03-01</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Profiles: Bookpeople</title>
<description>This article covers the Austin bookstore Bookpeople, which has provided an independent source for literature for Austinites for over 25 years.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=121343</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-29</pubDate>
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<title>How to Fix a Hole in a Wall</title>
<description>This article teaches you, in a few quick steps, how to fix a hole in a wall without leaving a trace!</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=121327</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-28</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Profiles: Amy's Ice Cream</title>
<description>This article discusses Amy's Ice Cream, one of the sweetest local Austin businesses of the past 20 years.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=119483</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-25</pubDate>
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<title>The '08 Election and Free Trade</title>
<description>This article discusses the issue of free trade and how it will influence the '08 Presidential election.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=118626</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-23</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Profiles: North Campus</title>
<description>This article is a description of the quaint, charming residential area north of the University of Texas at Austin.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=117513</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-21</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Radio Stations</title>
<description>This article discusses the rich history of local radio stations in Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=116327</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-18</pubDate>
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<title>A Globalized Recession</title>
<description>The US recession depends as much on her neighbors as on internal checks like Congress and the Fed. If emerging economies stand to gain from the recession, should they bear some responsibility for righting the credit crunch? This article explains some of the problems globalization poses in a financial crisis.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=115634</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-16</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Profiles: Clarksville</title>
<description>This article discusses the downtown Austin neighborhood of Clarksville, which was recently voted one of the Great Neighborhoods of America because of its distinctive and endearing character.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=114979</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-14</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Dog Parks</title>
<description>This article discusses the plethora of dog parks and recreation facilities for residents of Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=115275</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-14</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Art Galleries</title>
<description>This article discusses the various art galleries and vibrant scene that has been developing in Austin, Texas for over 30 years.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=114244</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-12</pubDate>
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<title>Bryker Woods Austin Neighborhood</title>
<description>Bryker Woods is a neighborhood located in the Austin real estate market.  It is mostly composed of older homes and is centrally located 5 minutes from downtown Austin.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=113611</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-08</pubDate>
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<title>Recession Risks: The Silver Lining</title>
<description>This article discusses some of the upsides to the recent US economic downturn.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=113313</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-07</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Neighborhoods: French Place</title>
<description>This article discusses the central Austin neighborhood of French Place.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=112741</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-05</pubDate>
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<title>Cabinet Installation: It's Easier Than You Think!</title>
<description>This article explains how to install cabinets anywhere in your home.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=112154</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-02</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Neighborhoods: Barton Hills</title>
<description>This article discusses the beautiful Barton Hills neighborhood in Austin, Texas and all it has to offer a prospective resident.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=111937</link>
<pubDate>2008-02-01</pubDate>
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<title>Synthesizer Fundamentals: Bass Drum</title>
<description>This article shows you how to make a bass drum sound with a classic analog synth.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=111616</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-31</pubDate>
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<title>Subprime Woes: Are We Out of the Woods Yet?</title>
<description>The White House, the Fed, and bond insurance companies are all taking unprecedented action to minimize the subprime mortgage crisis. But is it enough? This article discusses the likelyhood that the US is headed towards recession with these factors in mind.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=110569</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-26</pubDate>
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<title>US Recession Inevitable?</title>
<description>This article discusses the possible causes of and outcomes from a potentially impending US recession.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=110335</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-25</pubDate>
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<title>Fed Cred: Down The Tubes</title>
<description>This article discusses the increasing likelyhood that the US will enter a recession in the wake of the Fed's ineffective interest rate cut on January 22nd.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=110069</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-24</pubDate>
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<title>A Guide to Austin's Greenbelts</title>
<description>This article gives you an Austinite's look into one of the most treasured natural attractions of central Texas: The Barton Creek greenbelt.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=109437</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-22</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Farmer's Markets</title>
<description>The farmer's markets in Austin, Texas are some of the top outlets for organic and sustainable produce in the United States.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=108816</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-19</pubDate>
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<title>Neighborhood Profile: Hyde Park</title>
<description>This article showcases the lovely and historic Hyde Park neighborhood in Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=108554</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-18</pubDate>
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<title>Can The Bush Tax Cut Work?</title>
<description>Can the impending economic stimulus package that the Bush administration is creating have the power to keep the US from recession? This article discusses some of the factors of the economic crisis.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=108231</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-17</pubDate>
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<title>Austin BBQ: A Tour of the Town</title>
<description>This article provides a tour of some of the best BBQ joints in Austin Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=107605</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-14</pubDate>
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<title>Profiles in Green Building: The Austin Real Estate Market</title>
<description>This article covers the long history of green building in Austin, Texas and its relationship to real estate in the area.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=106989</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-12</pubDate>
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<title>Synthesizer Fundamentals: Classic 80's Brass</title>
<description>This article describes in detail how to build classic 80's synth brass sounds step by step.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=107008</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-12</pubDate>
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<title>How Hillary Stole New Hampshire</title>
<description>This article describes the New Hampshire primary upset and some of the key factors that led up to the surprising results.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=106236</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-10</pubDate>
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<title>Sluggish Fed, Why Are You So Sluggish?</title>
<description>This article discusses the recent reticence of the Federal Reserve towards interest rate cuts, and their potential economic effects.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=105495</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-07</pubDate>
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<title>Sub-prime Fallout: Why Such a Big Deal?</title>
<description>this article describes the sub-prime crisis in detail, with emphasis on its similarities and differences from the savings-and-loan scandals.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=104773</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-05</pubDate>
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<title>Red River Clubs</title>
<description>This article discusses the rich and vibrant history of the Red River district in Austin, Texas, which has spawned some the most renowned blues and rock musicians of the past fifty years.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=104033</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-03</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Architect AD Stenger</title>
<description>Though AD Stenger wasn’t as prolific as Joseph Eichler, or as well known as Frank Lloyd Wright, he built some of Austin’s most unique homes that are now considered mid-century modern.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=103698</link>
<pubDate>2008-01-01</pubDate>
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<title>Feng Shui in Real Estate - The Landscaping</title>
<description>Feng shui is a group of design principles when looking for or building a home.  The idea is that these guides will help the energy of the home and create a better living environment.  In Part 2, we discuss the various aspects of feng shui and the exterior landscaping of the home.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=103192</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-28</pubDate>
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<title>The South Congress Scene in Austin Texas</title>
<description>South Congress is one of Austin most interesting areas. South Congress boasts numerous independent shops and is also home to a quaint neighborhood of older homes.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=102638</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-27</pubDate>
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<title>First Thursday’s on South Congress</title>
<description>First Thursday is a monthly event in Austin Texas.  Each first thursday the businesses on South Congress stay open late and the residents of Austin have some fun.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=102250</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-25</pubDate>
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<title>Liquidity: Why So Important?</title>
<description>This article discusses the neccessity of liquidity in modern money markets, and how central banks have injected $110 billion into the global economy to ease the credit crunch.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=101727</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-22</pubDate>
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<title>First Night Out 2008: Looking for Something Different</title>
<description>What will you be doing on New Year's Eve?  Austin has its annual First Night Out with various activities, plays and festivals to experience.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=100263</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-18</pubDate>
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<title>SXSW: Which admission option is best for you?</title>
<description>This article covers the myriad options for people who want to attend some portion of the SXSW conference/festival in Austin, Texas this coming March.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=99553</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-14</pubDate>
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<title>The Federal Reserve Interest Rate Cut: Too Little, Too Late?</title>
<description>This article discusses the Federal Reserve's recent third interest rate cut and its likelyhood to stem a future recession.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=98850</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-12</pubDate>
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<title>Local Austin Texas Artist : Brian David Johnson</title>
<description>Brian David Johnson is a well known name among Austin's artisan community.  Having made several contacts with local architects, carpenters and builders, Johnson's custom furniture and woodwork can now be found in several upscale Austin residences and public areas alike.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=98180</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-10</pubDate>
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<title>Waterloo Records: An Austin Original</title>
<description>Since 1982, Waterloo Records has carried independent and local artists from Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=97577</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-08</pubDate>
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<title>The Alamo Drafthouse - An Austin Original</title>
<description>The Alamo Drafthouse is an Austin original with Austin flare.  Serving drinks and food along with movie events, the Drafthouse has become a hotspot.  This article gives the history of the Drafthouse.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=97240</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-07</pubDate>
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<title>Weathering the Storm of the Slipping Dollar</title>
<description>This article concerns the recent loss of value of the US dollar relative to other currencies and the possible positive effects thereof.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=96856</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-05</pubDate>
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<title>The University of Texas</title>
<description>The University of Texas at Austin is flapship school of the Texas college campuses.  This articles provides some information and history on the University of Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=95540</link>
<pubDate>2007-12-01</pubDate>
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<title>Christmas in Austin, Texas</title>
<description>This article discusses some of the unique events that Austin, Texas holds during Christmas</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=95127</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-30</pubDate>
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<title>Austin Neighborhood: Pemberton Heights</title>
<description>Pemberton Heights is one of the centrally located neighborhoods located in the central Austin real estate market.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=94542</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-28</pubDate>
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<title>A Brief History of Austin</title>
<description>Austin used to be gathering spot for native tribes at the bend in the Colorado.  The first Eurpoean settlers came to that bend in the 1830s, and the history of the settlement began.   This article goes through the begins of the history of Austin.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=93346</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-24</pubDate>
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<title>The City of Live Music</title>
<description>This article discusses Austin, Texas and its vibrant, eclectic music scene, in an effort to help understand why Austin has been called the Live Music Capital of the World.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=92692</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-21</pubDate>
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<title>Is Another Fed Cut Inevitable?</title>
<description>This article takes an in-depth look at the motives for the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, as well as a discussion on the likelyhood of further cuts and their results.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=90724</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-14</pubDate>
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<title>Hyde Park: An Austin Original</title>
<description>This article discusses many of the positive attributes of the Hyde Park neighborhood in Austin, Texas.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=90117</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-12</pubDate>
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<title>Why in Real Estate Big Lots are Good</title>
<description>This article exams the benefits of looking for large lots when making a real estate purchase.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=89604</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-09</pubDate>
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<title>North Loop: Old Meeting New</title>
<description>North Loop is one of the many eclectic choices of neighborhoods in Austin, TX.  This article gives some background and history on the area and gives you sense of how the neighborhood feels.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=88526</link>
<pubDate>2007-11-06</pubDate>
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<title>French Place</title>
<description>French place is one of the many cool inner city neighborhoods in Austin.  This article provides a glimpse into the history and charm of French place.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=84895</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-24</pubDate>
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<title>Is the Superfund Capable of Restoring Confidence?</title>
<description>The subprime mortage sector of the U.S. economy has taken huge losses over the past several months as many high-risk loans have defaulted. A new fund aimed at stabilizing this sector unfortunately just repackages the same problems under a new name- the "Master Liquidity Enhancement Conduit." Can this fund have a positive impact?</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=84200</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-23</pubDate>
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<title>Sprucing Up Your Home to Get It Ready to Sell</title>
<description>Getting your home ready to sell can get confusing with all the choices of possible upgrades and cleanups.  This article talks about a couple of options and ideas to consider.  Every market is different so think about these options and what may be best for your home.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=83619</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-19</pubDate>
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<title>Cashflow is King (Sometimes)</title>
<description>This article is not meant to diminish the importance of looking at cashflow for a property.  It is simply to remind investors that making a wise investment decision should go beyond simply looking at cashflow.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=82841</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-17</pubDate>
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<title>Should Your First House be a Duplex?</title>
<description>There are a number of benefits to buying a duplex as your first real estate purchase instead of a house.  This article looks through some of the benefits of having your first "home" purchase be a duplex.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=82426</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-16</pubDate>
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<title>Keep Austin Weird</title>
<description>One cannot possibly spend time in Austin, Texas without hearing its motto repeated countless times: “Keep Austin Weird.”  The phrase, which was coined by an Austin Community College librarian who uttered it while calling in to a radio show, spread like wildfire and was picked up and used by the Austin Independent Business Alliance as a means of encouraging the support of local businesses.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=81853</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-12</pubDate>
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<title>The Decision to Sell Your Home</title>
<description>Moving to a new home can be rooted in various reasons.  Some people are relocated for a job, which makes the process easier when an employer provides assistance.  Some people are moving for life changes like children or just because they prefer another neighborhood.  Whatever the reason, you should understand your current market and what to expect with your sale.  A Realtor can be your resource on the market and help guide you through the selling process.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=80506</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-08</pubDate>
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<title>Finding the Right Neighborhood</title>
<description>When searching for a neighborhood that is just right for you, there are various aspects to consider like school, land, shopping, and of course, location.  Balancing these aspects to make the right real estate decision takes some prioritization, and with the help of a real estate agent, you can sort through these things.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=78648</link>
<pubDate>2007-10-01</pubDate>
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<title>Avoiding Sour Negotiations in Real Estate</title>
<description>Negotiations can go sour, especially when emotions run high.  The agent's responsibility is to understand the overall situation and help prevent it from getting too disruptive to the process.  These are some techniques and tips on how to negotiate a win-win outcome.</description>
<link>http://www.free-articles-zone.com/article.php?id=77768</link>
<pubDate>2007-09-23</pubDate>
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