Did you know that 30-60% of taxable property is over-assessed, and less than 30% of all taxpayers challenge their tax assessment? Protesting your Central Texas property tax is a great way to help keep your property tax low each year as Texas ha...
What is New Urbanism? You ask?
New Urbanism is a planning and development approach based on the principles of how cities and towns have been built for the last several centuries: walkable blocks and streets, housing and shopping in close...
Looking how to protect a home against wildfires?
Are you a Texan Homeowner concerned about the increasing threat of wildfires?
Texas is so hot, even the fires are wearing cowboy hats.
Well, I certainly am. Having lived in Tex...
Hey y’all, it’s your realtor friend Kathy here. I’m writing to you today to talk about ceiling fans.
Now, I know what you’re thinking:
“Ceiling fans? That’s boring.”
But hear me out, these things are amazing!
C...
Who wants great photos of their home for sale
Finding a real estate photographer in Austin isn’t too hard. Finding a GOOD one, with availability, can be a little tougher. If you are looking to sell your home in Austin, Texas (or Centra...
Home Buying 101: The First Step to Buy a Home
Searching for a great home means searching for a great lender.
This is the absolute first step to buying a home!
Do not skip this step!
Interested in buying a home but aren�...
Home Staging Helps Potential Buyers Visualize the Space
The goal of home staging is to help potential buyers envision themselves living in the home. This means we need to start by decluttering and depersonalizing the home to remove any poten...
Broken Down ACs are a drag!
There are a number of different air conditioning problems that can be considered annoying, such as broken compressors and leaky coils. And the worst part? Not only can repairs be expensive, but it’s usuall...
As a potential buyer, it’s essential to get a complete picture of the condition of the home you’re interested in before making a purchase. One of the most important steps in this process is hiring a professional home inspector.
A hom...
Check Out These Real Estate Terms All Austin Buyers Should Know.
When it comes to buying real estate, understanding the terminology is key. From common realty words like “escrow” and “title insurance” to more obscure terms such...