Are you giving your credit score the attention it deserves? If you’re even thinking about buying a home OR refinancing your current one in the near future, then you need to show it some love. Make sure you understand the ins and outs of your score and what you can do to make it more […]

As a homeowner, you should have gained some equity in your home since living there and paying your mortgage down. Have you ever considered using this equity to finance some of your needs if you don’t have the cash flow? A home equity loan or line of credit are two ways to get the necessary […]

Both the inside and outside of your home could use a good once-over to make it look its best and keep it well-maintained. *Remember, we maintain our homes to keep building value & ultimately EQUITY! And that’s why “spring cleaning” and other seasonal prep work should be at the top of your to-do list for […]

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 usually feel pretty great when their home value goes up—it’s a win for your investment! But when that higher value shows up on your property tax assessment, it also means one thing…a bigger tax bill. And if you just bought your home within the last year, and your new assessed value is way higher […]

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 […]