Over 160 people a day are relocating to Austin. Though we don’t have exact figures as to how many of those come from the Bay Area, we can’t tell you how many people we’ve met since relocating to Austin from San Francisco who are from the Bay Area. Why Relocate to Austin from San Francisco? […]
How to Look for a Job in Austin
So you’ve decided you want to move to Austin. Great! As you’ve probably gathered from the other articles on our blog, Austin is a pretty fantastic place to live. Only one small problem – your job is located elsewhere and you don’t have a hidden stash of cash to keep you living in luxury until […]
What 80% of Home Buyers Regret and How You Can Avoid Buyer’s Remorse
HSH.com did a survey of 2,000 home buyers over the age of 25 who recently purchased a home and found a staggering 80% were dissatisfied with their home! This number came as a shock to us, as 98% (or more) of our buyer clients are super happy with their homes, even years after their purchase. […]
Moving to Austin with a Young Family
One of the reasons we chose to relocate to Austin versus a lot of other cities was how Austin was constantly talked about in articles like “best places to raise a family” “best city for kids” and “best cities to live”. Having lived in Austin for just over five years, I can say these lists […]
How to Get a Drivers License in Austin
When relocating to Austin, residents have 90 days to after entry to obtain a Texas driver’s license. Luckily, the process is pretty easy if you have a valid out of state license or a valid driver’s license in Canada, Germany or France. Here’s how to get a new driver’s license after moving to Austin. Here’s […]
How to Register a Car in Austin
When relocating to Austin, new residents have 30 days to get a vehicle inspection and register their vehicle. Your car must pass inspection before it can be registered. Here’s how to register a car in Austin. Step 1: Get a Vehicle Inspection Inspecting your car is pretty easy. Simply take it to any service station […]
For Best Results: Interview Austin Real Estate Agents
Are people smarter today about buying a home than they were 10 years ago? Maybe a better question is: are prospective home buyers maximizing the benefits of new technology and the abundance of online information available today? People Are Busy It seems that the ability to be smart when you buy a house has vastly […]
How to Spot an Overpriced Austin Home
So you’re driving around your neighborhood and notice several for sale signs in the front yards. Some you remember seeing, others you don’t. Would you know which home was overpriced? The answer is the one that isn’t selling; overpriced homes don’t get offers. How to Spot an Overpriced Austin Home Here are three telltale signs […]
How to Buy After Foreclosure or Short Sale
If you lost your home through foreclosure or was sold as a short Sale in 2009 or earlier, it may be time for you to re-enter the market now that the waiting period has elapsed. In Texas the waiting period is 3 years after a short sale or foreclosure to qualify for an FHA mortgage […]
Property Taxes Too High – How to Appeal
If you think your property tax assessment is too high, you can appeal the value of your home assessed by the taxing district. A property tax assessment is what the taxing district thinks your home is worth, based on mass computerized data models. It’s just their opinion and it subject to challenge. Challenging their opinion […]