Things to Consider When Looking for an Austin Apartment There are many factors to consider when renting an apartment — number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, neighborhood, prices whether or not there are washer/dryer or washer/dryer connections provided, whether there are garages or carports available, what utilities are paid, lease terms, etc. To help you navigate the fast-paced Austin rental market, we’ve created this guide so you can get a better understanding of what to expect when searching for apartments for rent in Austin. Determine the Apartment Rent You Can […] Continue Reading

When Buying a Condo in Austin Makes Sense If you’ve thought of buying a house in Austin, but shied away due to rising prices, consider hanging your “Welcome Home” sign in an Austin condo instead. Austin condos just may be the perfect path to affordable home ownership. For some potential homeowners, going the condo route may make more financial sense. There are several perks to condo living in Austin, and we’ll discuss some of them below. An Austin Condo Is Typically Located Right Where the Action Is As you embark […] Continue Reading

A Guide to Protesting Austin Texas Property Tax The old adage, “Nothing is certain except death and taxes,” should be changed to, “Nothing is certain except death and the consistent rise in taxes.” April is a tough month. That’s when you receive a piece of mail from the appraisal district, telling you the assessed value of your home for property tax purposes. Did you know that if you’re not satisfied with the appraised value of your property or if there are errors, you can challenge the appraisal? Doing so may […] Continue Reading

What is the Austin TX MLS and How Can It Help Improve my Home Search? If you’re on the hunt for a new home to buy, you’ve likely heard the acronym MLS, which stands for Multiple Listing Service. Brokers in a specific market area join an MLS to share listing information with other brokers about the properties they represent. It’s the go-to way for brokers to alert other brokers about their listing in the hopes of attracting potential buyers. In a nutshell: Help me sell my inventory and I’ll help […] Continue Reading

Are Austin Texas house prices on the rise? If you’re considering moving to Austin, you’ll be pleased to know that for the second year in a row, this bustling capital city has earned U.S. News & World Report’s top spot for “Best Places to Live”. The job prospects, quality of life and affordability (in comparison to similar metros on the East and West coasts), are the top reasons why Austin has repeatedly earned this honor. If you’re interested in experiencing for yourself why this city is the best place to […] Continue Reading