A quick guide about Relocating to Austin.

1. Relocate to Austin
Recently named as the “Fastest Growing City”
by Forbe’s. Come discover why Austin is
becoming the #1 Destination in the United States.

2. Welcome to Austin
This is an Interactive Guide, simply click on a subject or roll your mouse over a title.
Considering relocating to the Austin area or simply curious as to why so many are now making
Austin their home? Read on to discover what makes Austin such a special place to live, work,
and retire.
Austinites are friendly, open-minded, and welcoming to individuals of all walks of life. Our
diverse community embraces newcomers. Austin’s natural landscape and scenic countryside
keep visitors coming back. Austin being on the “Best Of ” and “Top 10” lists keeps our uniquely
different city in the national media. There’s something for everyone here, making it easy to find
reasons to live our beautiful city.
Forbe’s recently listed Austin as the “Fastest Growing City in the U.S.”
Named “2012 Most Intelligent Community” by Intelligent Community
#2 Best Performing Large City by Milkens Institute
#1 Best City for Jobs by Forbe’s
Best City for Small Businesses by Austin Business Journal
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Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

3. Top 12 List - Why Live Here?
High Quality of Life and Low Cost of Living.
Healthy living and Natural environment.
Nationally acclaimed restaurants and eateries.
Movie Industry’s 3rd Coast.
Live Music and Festivals.
Entrepreneurial spirit, join the many Austin Original businesses.
Sports - U.T. Football, Softball, Golfing, Tennis, Cycling, and much more.
Neighborhoods for any lifestyle.
Major Employers, many Fortune 500 companies.
Easy access to other major Texas cities and the Texas Hill Country.
Top Ranked Schools - Public and Private.
Strong Home Values.
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

4. Action, Foodies & Film
Austin has the best hike/bike trails in the heart of the city and Bike Lanes on most streets. Lady
Bird Lake meanders through the center of town and provide miles upon miles of trails and
outdoor swimming holes. Local hangouts such as Zilker Park and Barton Springs connect with
Lady Bird Lake trails, while our natural swimming holes like Hamilton Pool, Deep Eddy and
Barton Springs provide cooling relief from our Texas Summers.
Foodies will delight in the many Austin Original restaurants and eateries, including our varied
selection of food trailers located throughout the city. Beer and Wine enthusiasts can savor the
taste of our local micro-breweries and the Texas Hill Country wineries.
Austin hosts many famous film studios including Robert Rodriguez’ Troublemaker Studios and
Richard Linklater’s Detour Film Productions. Film incentives, Austin’s creative community,
and local festivals - Fantastic Fest, Austin Film Festival, Austin Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
(aGLFF), Urban Music Festival and South By Southwest Film Festival (SXSW) - all help to keep
Austin as a thriving film industry area.
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

5. Music Capital
“The Live Music Capital of the World” isn’t just a phrase. With so many businesses featuring an
assortment of live music talent, Austin is truly alive to the sound of music. Our world renown
music festivals - South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, Fun Fun Fun Fest - all bring new and
big name music bands to Austin. Even our airport reverberates to the local jive sounds.
Who is performing Where - the Austin Chronicle’s Music Calendar.
Visit the City of Austin’s Music Scene website.
Check out the Austin Live Music website.
Discover Local Music Artists and Music Venues.
(Click on the names above to visit the their website.)
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

6. Business, Neighbors, & Heart
Austin is ranked as one of the best cities to start a new career for young professionals. Our en-
trepreneurial spirit keeps alive many Austin Original businesses and fosters the development of
more uniquely Austin start-ups.
Our Austin neighborhoods are as different as the people that live in them. From conservative
to liberal, hippster to professional, quirky to average - Austin has a place you will enjoy. “Keep
Austin Weird” is a local key phrase that many use to create weirdly Austin neighborhood events,
such as Eyore’s Birthday Party and SoCo’s (South Congress) First Thursday’s.
Being in the center of Texas, you’ll enjoy easy outings to Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, all
within a 3.5 hour drive. Austin is the Eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country, which offers many
day trips to thriving small towns and eateries.
Showcase Community: Spanish Oaks
Live the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. Visit Spanish Oaks in Bee Cave, an
easy 20 minutes from Downtown Austin along the West towards Lake Travis.
A safe, private, and friendly community designed around the natural beatury of the Texas Hill
Country. Tennis, Golf, Hike/Bike trails, and social intereaction reign here. Custom homes,
Estate sized lots, and Luxury living. Contact Shannon Schmitz for more information about this
Showcase Community.
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

7. Jobs - Major Employers
Austin’s Major Employers include many Fortune 500 companies, local small businesses, and
many of Austin’s destination locations.
(click on the name to go directly to their current job listings):
3M - AMD - Apple - Applied Materials
AT&T - Austin ISD - Dell - Facebook
Freescale - GM Tech Center - IBM - IRS
National Instruments - Samsung
Seton Health Care - St. David’s Health Care
State of Texas - University of Texas
For other employers and available positions throughout the Austin area, you can check with any
of the various employment websites, such as the Texas Workforce Commission.
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

8. Education
Depending on where you work and if you have children, then knowing about our local school
districts will also assist you in determining which neighborhoods you may desire. Here’s a list of
our Independent School Districts, each serving various areas in and around Austin.
Austin ISD - Bastrop ISD - Del Valle ISD
Dripping Springs ISD - Eanes ISD - Elgin ISD
Georgetown ISD - Hays CISD - Hutto ISD
Lago Vista ISD - Lake Travis ISD - Leander ISD
Liberty Hill ISD - Manor ISD - Pflugerville ISD
Round Rock ISD - Taylor ISD - Wimberley ISD
Search Homes for Sale within a specific School District
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

9. Real Estate
Real Estate values have remained strong, even during challenging economic times. Austin’s
home values and home sales reached a 6 year high in December 2012. With home values
increasing, now is a great time to buy a home in Austin.
Search Homes for Sale by City Name
Search Homes for Sale by School District
Search Homes for Sale by Neighborhood Areas
Preview our Private Listings not seen on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
We’re here to help you in any way we can. It’s our commitment to you, as by assisting you easily
transition into the Austin area we’ll all benefit, maybe even become friends.
If you are serious about relocating to Austin, please contact us by phone at 512-974-6704 or
complete our Help Me Relocate form and we’ll get back with you as soon as possible.
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate

10. Referral Network
The Red Door symbolizes Success and also draws attention to the entrance of a home, thereby clearly inviting visitors.
Real Estate Broker to Broker Referrals
Yes, we pay referral fees, so please know your clients will well cared for. Our team of Austin’s top
Realtors will treat your referral client with our Signature Client for Life level of customer ser-
vice. The unique needs of relocating families will become a top priority and they will be assisted
in every aspect to relocate to Austin. We’ll even keep you informed as to their progress based
upon your desired level of communication.
Referrals into Austin are assigned to one of our team members who will assist them in buying
a home, leasing a home, getting acquainted with Austin, and ensure they have a less stressful
move.
Referrals moving from Austin to your area will be connected with a team member to handle the
listing, selling, and moving out of their Austin home. A competitive market analysis, a detailed
marketing plan, and assistance as needed to arrange for their upcoming move will all be
provided.
If you have a referral for us or would like to be included on our Red Door Referral Network,
please call us at 512-794-6704 or complete the contact form.
Shannon Schmitz Real Estate Group
Austin, Texas, USA - Representing Distinctive Properties and Personalities - Austin Portfolio Real Estate