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April 19 2024 |
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Interested in ATX real estate? Meet Tommy Hollahan, a mover + shaker in our community’s real estate scene. Born + raised here in The Capital City, Tommy spent a few years in College Station attending Texas A&M before moving back to the 512.
Since 2005, Tommy has worked with MortgageATX to help local families + individuals: - Move into their first homes
- Save money on their mortgage payments
- Restructure their mortgage financing to achieve their goals
Bonus: Once homebuyers close, MortgageATX donates $250 to the charity or organization of their choice via the Commitment to Community Closing Donation. This donation can go to one of MortgageATX’s community partners (think: The Alzheimer's Association, Austin Humane Society, Team Luke Hope for Minds, and Carrying Hope) or to any charitable organization that is near + dear to the homebuyer.
Since 2015, donations supporting community organizations and causes have totaled $70,000+. 👏 |
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Since 2015, Tommy has worked to support community organizations and causes via the Commitment to Community program. | Photo provided by Mortgage ATX
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MortgageATX is also working to make the homebuying process easier for Austinites via new programs like: - Thrive Home2Home program (allows a borrower to close on a new home before selling their current home)
- Lock & Shop program (allows a borrower with a conditional approval to lock in an interest rate on a TBD basis while they are on the home search)
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Whether a first-time home buyer or a seasoned investor, Tommy can help ATX homebuyers understand the differences between loan programs and choose the right one. | Photo by the ATXtoday team
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Everyone’s circumstances are unique, so Tommy works with his clients to structure mortgage loans that are right for each of them. Click below to explore the types of loans that are available with MortgageATX and which may be best for you.* |
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What questions do you have about mortgage loans in today’s real estate market?
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We'll share your questions with Tommy to answer in July.
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Today - Songwriting Camp | Mon., June 20-Fri., June 24 | 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | School of Rock Austin | $550 | Students will learn how to compose their own music at this five-day camp.
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The Weather Station | Mon., June 20 | 8 p.m. | 3TEN at ACL Live | $20+ | Don’t miss the Canadian folk band performing live. 🎸
Tuesday -
Aldous Harding | Tues., June 21 | 6:30 p.m. | Mohawk Austin | $22 | See this New Zealand singer + songwriter live at this outdoor concert. 🎶
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Thrice & Bayside | Tues., June 21 | 8 p.m. | Emo’s Austin | $32.50 | End your Tuesday night listening to the talented bands – doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday -
Austin Traffic Show | Wed., June 22-Thurs., June 23 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Palmer Events Center | Free | Join the outdoor wholesale trade show for products from outdoor, sport, and travel brands. 🛍
Thursday Friday -
5 Seconds of Summer | Fri., June 24 | 7 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park | $32.50+ | End your Friday night jamming out with this band during their “Take My Hand” world tour.
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Weather - 101º | Mostly sunny | 7% chance of rain
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Austin’s air quality may be unusually unhealthy this summer due to scorching temperatures. To prevent respiratory issues, keep an eye on Ozone Action Day alerts + stay indoors if you have asthma or are otherwise at-risk. (Austin American-Statesman)
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Some city facilities — including post offices, parks and recreation buildings, and the Austin Public Library — will be closed today in recognition of Juneteenth. See the full list of affected locations here. (KXAN)
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At a cost of $25 million, the City decided to replace a 110-ft pedestrian bridge in Roy G. Guerrero Park that was swept away by floods in 2015. About $8.5 million of the project’s price tag will be paid for by federal grants. (Austin American-Statesman)
Sports -
After losing two games in the College World Series this weekend, UT baseball’s run for the championship is officially over. The Longhorns lost to Notre Dame Friday night, and lost again to Texas A&M 10-2 in an elimination game Sunday night. (Austin American-Statesman)
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Longhorn baseball player Ivan Melendez is the winner of the 2022 Dick Howser Trophy, an award recognizing college baseball’s best player. The win marks the fifth award of its kind for UT. ⚾️ (Austin American-Statesman)
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Austin FC defeated CF Montréal 1-0 on Saturday, despite playing without midfielder Dani Pereira for the second half of the game. El Tree will play next against FC Dallas at Q2 Stadium this Sat., June 25. Get your tickets here. ⚽️ (Austin American-Statesman)
Environment -
Austin’s water treatment plants will soon use electricity and copper ions to prevent invasive zebra mussels from clogging up infrastructure. Construction on the new system is expected to begin in a matter of months, and be completed by next winter. (KXAN)
Eat -
Texas French Bread has plans to open a food trailer in the parking lot near their brick-and-mortar location, which burned down this January. The new location — which could open as soon as October — will serve lunch, breakfast, and baked goods. (Austin American-Statesman)
Real Estate -
“Glee” actress Becca Tobin recently moved from Los Angeles to a 4,500-sqft home in Bee Cave. Peek inside her Mediterranean-style home, which includes four bedrooms, an art gallery, and Texas-inspired interior design. 🏡 (Austin Home)
Feel Good -
Centaur the dog really likes his bucket. The Austin Animal Center pup recently went viral for his penchant for standing in a bucket full of water, even when he has access to a pool. The goofy pup is still looking for a forever home — check out his profile here. 🪣
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As a proud (and native) Austinite, Tommy Hollahan with MortgageATX donates $250 for each closed mortgage to the charity or organization of the homebuyer’s choice. See what local charities are benefitting.*
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The $29 million building, which is expected to be completed in January, will feature outdoor garden spaces, conference rooms, and educational labs. Read more about the project here.
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