We’re sure you’ve heard this saying over and over again but, we’re going to repeat it! The housing market is insane right now! There’s a high demand for houses but little inventory, which creates a seller’s market. It works in favor of sellers and might hurt buyers, but there’s a tactic changing the real estate market. It’s called an appraisal waiver. What is an appraisal waiver? An...
The first anniversary is coming up! Anniversary of what, you may ask. The anniversary of people living and working from home thanks to a pandemic, of course. From this one year, real estate agents and home professionals have realized there’s a popular trend in what homeowners seek in a home now. So whether you’re selling your Austin-area home or looking for someone to occupy your property, consider...
Do you have the luck of the Irish? Then you should enter our giveaway for a chance to win a $200 gift card to B.D Riley's on Aldrich Street. A Little About B.D. Riley's They are Austin’s Oldest Irish Pub. They are also family and locally owned. This small piece of Ireland in Austin is passionate about their beer! They have 26 taps to offer the classic pub standards like Guinness, Smithwick’s, Harp,...
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...
During the pandemic, Elon Musk announced he’s bringing his businesses, Tesla, Space X, and the Boring Company, to Austin. Oracle recently announced they’re relocating their headquarters to Oracle as well. Dropbox’s CEO also announced plans to move to Austin. Some have labeled it as a “tech exodus” from the Bay area. Austin is not only a popular location for new businesses, but current...
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...
What Renovations Give You the BEST ROI in Austin? Staging is a great way to increase the return on investment you see on your home, but to guarantee you get the absolute best offer for your home, it may take a few renovations. Before listing your doubts and reasons you have for not wanting to make the leap, check out some of the renovations that have the best ROI and can get you more money for your...
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...