Custom Home Financing and Pricing Explained
In my past articles we have explored Custom Home Price vs Cost per Square Foot, The Custom Home Process, Architect or Builder First, and The Best Home Sites are Hiding. Today we examine the three most common custom home pricing... Continue reading→
TAB Announces Z & Holt Custom Homes as a 2018 Star Awards Finalist
Every year the Texas Association of Builders hosts their annual “Texas Star Awards” to recognize the “Best in the Business” in various categories. This year, Zbranek & Holt Custom Homes submitted 13 entries. Last week we were notified that we... Continue reading→
Builders Learn, Home Buyers Win!
Certified Graduate Master Builder, Texas Star Builder Senior Instructor for University of Housing, NAHB For the past year and a half the United States housing market has made national and international news. Builders across the country are starting less homes... Continue reading→
The Housing Market, a Master Builder’s View
“This is the best time to buy a home!” That line is used by homebuilders and Realtors around the country on a daily basis. When interest rates are falling, we are told to buy while rates are low. When they... Continue reading→
Zbranek Custom Homes Named “Business of the Year” By Chamber Of Commerce
Zbranek Custom Homes was awarded “Business of the Year” by the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce at their 18th Annual Lake Travis Community Awards Banquet held Saturday, January 31st. Company owners/partners Steve Zbranek and Tony Holt accepted the award, thanking... Continue reading→
Austin makes ‘greenest cities’ list
Austin is in a six-way tie with Dallas, Fort Worth, Nashville, Tucson and Washington, D.C. for the No. 17 spot on a list that ranks the “greenest cities” in the United States. The ranking by Corporate Knights, a Canadian research... Continue reading→
Cool off at the Hamilton Pool
On hot summer days in Austin there is perhaps no more perfect spot to cool off than Hamilton Pool. This natural pool is part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve located northwest of Austin in Dripping Springs, Texas. Hamilton Preserve is... Continue reading→
Austin Zoo
A visit to the Austin Zoo is a lovely way to spend an afternoon with your family and help support a good cause. The zoo is a non-profit animal sanctuary and rescue facility located in southwestern Travis County just off... Continue reading→
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
If you’re seeking a pleasant and educational outdoor experience in the greater Austin area, the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center should be high on your list of options. The botanical garden is open to the public and dedicates its operation... Continue reading→
Arty and Eclectic East Austin
East Austin is a neighborhood located one mile from downtown. It was historically a working-class neighborhood heavily populated by African-Americans, forced to live there due to early segregationist laws, and later inhabited by Mexican-Americans. More recently, the neighborhood has gentrified... Continue reading→
Cool and Casual Rainey Street
Located in the southeast corner of downtown Austin close to Lady Bird Lake and I-35, Rainey Street offers a unique entertainment experience. Rainey Street was originally a quiet neighborhood of pre-1934 bungalows. Then, in 2004 the area was rezoned as... Continue reading→
Iconic Sixth Street
Sixth Street is the historic street and entertainment district in Austin which contributed to the city being named the “live music capital of the world.” Located in the heart of downtown Austin, Sixth Street was formerly designated as Pecan Street.... Continue reading→
Zbranek Custom Homes Hosts LTYA Community at Frame Party
Despite the dark skies, wind and rain, Zbranek Custom Homes LTYA Benefit Home Frame Party at the 2010 Parade of Homes site in Rough Hollow, brought out tremendous crowds from both the Lakeway and Austin communities. Over 200 LTYA families,... Continue reading→
Belvedere on Hamilton Pool Road and Zbranek Custom Homes Partner for Success
Congratulations Team Belvedere for your “Best Overall Community” MAX Award, we are proud of our partnership with your outstanding community.
Steve Zbranek Presents An Insiders Look to the Builders Budget at Rough Hollow Lakeway
Steve Zbranek will conduct a presentation geared towards anyone interested in possibly building a Custom Home called “An Insiders Look to the Builders Budget.” The presentation will be held SUNDAY, JUNE 6TH at the Rough Hollow Welcome Center off Bisset... Continue reading→
Steve Zbranek speaks at Lone Star CRS Chapter Luncheon
The local Lone Star Chapter of CRS held it bi-monthly luncheon at Westwood Country Club today where Steve Zbranek addressed the audience on various topics including an update on the Housing Market. Steve informed the group of Certified Residential Specialists... Continue reading→
2010 Parade Home & Lake Travis Youth Association Benefit Home Nearly Complete
The Zbranek Custom Homes 2010 Parade House and Benefit Home for the Lake Travis Youth Association is almost complete! We thank all the sponsoring suppliers and vendors that have made this project a reality. We look forward to showcasing the... Continue reading→
Zbranek Custom Homes to Participate in Belvederes Top Trends in Custom Kitchen Design
This Weekend ONLY: Sunday September 12th from 1-5PM Belvedere’s Hill Country Home Tour and Top Trends in Custom Kitchen Design Join ZBRANEK CUSTOM HOMES during this event to visit and tour our “2010 Custom Home Design of the Year” and... Continue reading→
Zbranek Custom Homes Concludes 2010 Parade of Homes in Rough Hollow Lakeway
Zbranek Custom Homes wishes to thank everyone who visited with us during the recently completed 2010 Parade of Homes at Rough Hollow Lakeway. We had a great time meeting the over 14, 000 folks who visited our Parade Home and... Continue reading→
Happy Thanksgiving To All
“Happy Thanksgiving to our customers, business associates and friends. Our home building company has been truly blessed by our relationship with each of you, and we are grateful. Many organizations have recognized our combined contributions this year and the awards have... Continue reading→
Housing: Is It Time to Buy?
The Relationship Between the National Housing Market and Local Markets Is Breaking Down—and Opportunities Are Cropping Up for Well-Heeled Buyers. Here’s What You Need to Know By M.P. MCQUEEN Michael Rubenstein For the Wall Street Journal The Rybski family recently... Continue reading→
Five Signs That Say ‘Buy’
Check Out This Interesting Article… Reprinted From the Wall Street Journal Weekend Investor, February 26, 2011 Personal Finance http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703905404576164720668195108.html?mod=WSJ_RealEstate_LeftTopNews
Zbranek & Holt Custom Homes Hosts Sunset Cruise for San Juan Diego School Silent Auction Winners
Zbranek & Holt Custom Homes of Austin Texas prides itself on our continuing support of our Greater Austin community. On June 2nd we had the pleasure of taking the San Juan Diego School Gala silent auction winners on a Sunset... Continue reading→
THIS WEEKEND ONLY! SUNDAY, JUNE 26TH FROM 1-4pm… BELVEDERE’S HILL COUNTRY HOME TOUR
Join us this Sunday from 1 – 4 PM to tour one of our completed Custom Home projects. Since we only build pre-sold custom homes in the greater Austin Texas area this is a terrific opportunity to see some of... Continue reading→
Universal Design Concepts Appealing to Younger Demographics
According to theWall Street Journal’s recent report on design trends, Universal Design principles once considered specifically for Specialty Living Needs, have become attractive to younger demographics looking for greater functionality in their homes today. At Zbranek & Holt Custom Homes... Continue reading→