If you’re thinking about buying a home, there is a lot to do to get prepared. Studies show buyers are researching 12-18 months in advance of purchasing. With this much lead time, we often get the question … “When should I get pre-approved?” We advise our clients to use an experienced lender as a resource […]
How Much are Property Taxes in Austin
If you’re thinking about relocating to Austin, or if you have never bought a house, one of the things to pay attention to is the tax rate. Just how much are property taxes in Austin? The tax rate in Austin usually ranges anywhere from 1.4%-3.4% of your home’s assessed value and are due by January […]
Austin Map with Neighborhoods
If you know the general area you’d like to live, but aren’t familiar with the neighborhoods around it, you’ve come to the right place. Finding a place to live, especially when relocating to a new city, can be very overwhelming. When we moved to Austin, our Realtor told us first time home buyers lived in […]
11 Most Underrated Austin Neighborhoods
Like any city, Austin has some neighborhoods with big PR machines that keep them top of mind. But, that doesn’t necessarily mean those are the ONLY great neighborhoods in Austin. It just means they are the most well known. Scroll Down to Read Our List of the 11 Most Underrated Austin Neighborhoods. When we moved […]
Austin Neighborhoods with Lake Access
With Lake Austin and Lake Travis located in the City of Austin, it makes boating super convenient for nearly all Austin residents. If you are an avid boater and want even easier access to your boat, but aren’t quite ready to go to the step of buying a waterfront home, living in a neighborhood with […]
Austin Luxury Neighborhoods with Modern Homes
If you’re looking for a luxury home and want a more modern architectural style, you shouldn’t rule out the Austin area. Though we don’t have whole neighborhoods that have the ultra modern design, we do have several neighborhoods, most built in the last 5 or so years, that have a more modern lean to them […]
Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Austin (November 2023)?
With the news of higher interest rates, the market slowing, price reductions and overall public sentiment about home buying, buyers are asking themselves is now a good time to buy a home in Austin? If you’ve been following our Austin real estate price reports, you’ll see we analyze the market every month and make a […]
Best Pflugerville Neighborhoods with No HOA
Pflugerville has long been one of Austin’s most highly desirable suburbs. With highly rated schools and only about 25 minutes from Downtown Austin, it’s a no brainer for someone looking for a little more affordability but don’t want to be too far from Austin. Pflugerville was one of the earlier Austin suburbs to grow, so […]
Best Leander Neighborhoods with No HOA
Recently named one of the fastest growing cities in the US behind Georgetown and Kyle, Leander is one of the favorites among home buyers. Located on the northwest side of Austin, Leander commuters can avoid the 35 nightmare. Though 183 is not traffic free, it can be a lot easier to navigate on a daily […]
Hutto Master Planned Communities
Hutto is the Austin suburb with the fewest master planned communities. Though Hutto has many new homes, most of the neighborhoods are smaller neighborhoods, built by one builder, over the course of a few years while other suburbs have massive communities of thousands of homes with several pools, parks, activities and amenities. This more close […]