Selling your home in the spring is usually best for most homeowners.  The time of year isn’t just blooming with flowers but also buyers! Starting in March and going through June, the real estate market is in full force throughout the Austin area. Just about anyone who is looking for a home is hitting open […]

Who hasn’t checked out online real estate sites for price estimates of their own home, a neighbor’s home, or even a beach house when on vacation?  Most of us are guilty as charged! It’s easy to see why these sites and apps are tempting to use since buyers and sellers can get marketing information directly […]

Homeowners like to see their home increase in value — it means you made a good decision purchasing this property. Kudos to you! But before you start high-fiving about how much your home is worth, you might want to take a closer look at your tax assessment. Remember…the higher the assessment, the higher your tax […]

As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  Once way to mitigate the anxiety of being a homeowner and having to be responsible for things that break before they should is to get a home warranty.  Home warranties have gotten a bad rap in the past, […]

Follow this series to learn how to get the best mortgage for your specific financial situation and goals. You’ll see what steps you need to take throughout this process to make it productive and successful. This week you’ll learn why the interest rate you see advertised online is not the one you’ll get. There are […]

It’s that time of year when the “hustle and bustle” of the holidays begins in full force. You may feel like your to-do lists for decorating, shopping, and baking will never end! Whether you own your home or currently rent, now is the time to make sure you’re prepared and aware of any unique hazards […]

You love your neighborhood and everything about where you live, but you wish you could make some changes to your home.  You’re not alone with this thinking…we’ve made changes to every home we’ve owned! But many homeowners don’t move forward because they believe that financing and lack of cash is a roadblock for them when […]

We all lead busy lives and making time for home tasks can be hard.  Spending an afternoon watching college football or visiting the local pumpkin patch is a lot more fun than doing maintenance. But, as a homeowner, the consistent upkeep of your home helps to preserve your home’s value, increase equity, and prevent some […]

In this 2-part series, Greening Your Home, you’ll learn ways to make your home more energy-efficient while also saving you money in the long run. This second article lists some simple ways you can save energy in your home. Caring about the environment and being “green” can be easier than you think as a homeowner. […]

In this 2-part series, Greening Your Home, you’ll learn ways to make your home more energy-efficient while also saving you money in the long run. In this first article, you’ll learn why energy audits can help you solve some of your home’s energy dilemmas. Caring about the environment and being “green” can be easier than […]