One Etsy trend expert predicted 2021’s holiday trends. She predicts the hottest holiday decor trends by analyzing Etsy shoppers’ search trends and purchasing patterns throughout the year. This year, she indicates that shoppers will support small businesses and sustainable products. Here are the holiday decor trends this year: Neon, Pastel, and Jewel Red, green, and blue are the classic Christmas and...
We know that Austin is growing a lot, thanks to several businesses relocating and moving to Austin. And it turns out almost half of them are from out of state! StorageCafe, a nationwide self-storage website, analyzed nearly 2 million renter applications and found the following renter trends for 2020. 2020 Renter Trend #1: Renters Prefer Urban, Not Suburban Many reports were coming out last year that...
The pandemic had a significant impact on real estate and housing during 2020 and millennials had an impact. More people than ever worked from home (and continue to), which has led to increased demand for specific features in a home, such as a dedicated home office or gym. During the pandemic, we’ve also seen mortgage rates hover near historic lows, which has helped make houses more affordable. The...
Whether you’re selling your home (now is the time to do it!) or want to increase your home’s value, these affordable and easy tips will make your home look brand new without breaking the bank! Increase Your Greens Curb appeal says a lot about your home, and landscaping is a huge factor! It’s the first thing buyers see, so it’s essential to leave a good impression. Spend a little to get...
Austin is a unique city that poses a good problem for its residents -- choosing where to live! The city itself is vibrant and eclectic, but with so many booming suburbs with varying commute times into the city, it can be hard to narrow down where you want to live. If you find yourself debating where you should live, check out some of the important factors to consider when living in the city vs. living in...
Fall is a great time to tackle a few household chores and make sure your home is ready for the change in weather. If you’ve been holding off on some home maintenance projects because the summer heat was too hot to handle, now is the time to take care of some fall home improvement projects. 1. Check the gutters and make sure they’re clean. Gutters can be a pain to clean, but they’re crucial in...
Austin’s food scene is unlike any other, and one of the things we love about our city’s food scene is that there’s no need to be stuck to a brick and mortar location to serve up some of the tastiest dishes you’ll ever try. The food trucks are the heartbeat of the city that strives to keep things weird, so hop in the car and check out Austin’s best food trucks! Emoji’s Grilled Cheese - When...
There’s always a right of passage that happens before you can claim to be a true resident of the city. Below is the ultimate Austinite bucket list to complete as a resident of the Music Capital of the World. Take a stroll on Congress Avenue to see the different shops and restaurants.Take a hike at McKinney Falls.Go tubing/floating on the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels.Enjoy the refreshing springs...
There are three things that every Austin resident takes seriously: BBQ, margaritas, and breakfast tacos. You think we’re joking? Ask a stranger for a recommendation for just one of these, and they’ll give you a list of restaurants organized by location along with a list of items you have to try from the menu. It’s part of the culture and just a way of life for anyone who lives in Austin. With the...
Year after year, Austin finds itself on the list of top cities and best communities. We’re only a few months into 2020, and Austin has already been named the fastest-growing large metro area in the U.S. and one of the top 10 U.S. metros for corporate relocation and expansion. In a recent magazine article looking at the top 10 large U.S. metro areas for the number of corporate relocation and expansion...