With the colder weather this time of year, many of us are spending more time indoors. To make our indoor space as enjoyable as possible, many people enjoy decorating with indoor plants and greenery! Using plants as décor is a great way to add a little color and a natural, bright feel to any room. Th

Taxes. Nobody likes them; everybody pays them. I’m sure when you considered buying a home you heard about the potential tax savings. Now you own a home and pay your own property taxes. You want to pay as little as you have to, because who would want to pay more? The good news is that you can reduce

Looking for a unique treat to try when your family comes to town these holidays? Or maybe you need to get the kids out of the house to get some fresh air and satisfy your sweet tooth? Here are some of our favorite places around Austin to find amazing sweets, treats and pastries! Ice Cream Amy’s Ice

The personal safety of you and your family is very important. The resources below can help you learn more about the neighborhood that you currently live in or help you make decisions about neighborhoods that you are looking to move to. Discover the lowest crime neighborhoods in any city or town befo

We are only a few weeks away from Christmas! As Thanksgiving festivities subside, many people go searching for their perfect Christmas tree! In the Austin area, there are many options for choose-and-cut your own trees to fresh Frasier Firs from North Carolina or artificial trees that you can see in

Do you remember “Texas Snow Storm” earlier this year? The cold? The snow? Brings back some nightmares! While you might not be able to prepare for everything, I think we all want to be more prepared for this coming winter. Here are a few things you should consider taking care of to prepare your home

Fall is upon us in Central Texas, bringing with it some long-awaited cooler weather. As the weather changes, our cravings for apple cider and pumpkin spice are met with our favorite beverages and treats! Here are a few recipes we turn to warm us up and celebrate the new season!  Delicious Turkey Bri

Transitioning from summer to fall is usually welcomed here in Central Texas, but it’s never easy to say goodbye to summer. Here it feels like we can stay in our swimsuits up until October and then at the snap of a finger we’re replacing those flip-flops and shorts with jackets and long pants. But ju

One of the biggest fears of any home buyer who is buying a resale home is having to replace systems or components that break down after they move in. We always recommend buyers get a home inspection before closing on a home so they know more about the condition of their new home’s systems upfront, b

Burgers are a staple of any classic American cuisine and Austin’s food scene is no different. From local fast food joints to “hole in wall” Austin classics or gourmet creations, the Austin area has a little bit of everything. Here is our list of some of the top restaurants to enjoy a burger at in ou

YES. Here’s Why Do you remember the first time you shopped for or purchased a home? If so, think back to that moment. What did you first notice? Do you remember certain aspects of the home’s appearance, or perhaps some unique landscape feature? Was it the bright color of the freshly-painted door or

Investing in your home by remodeling or renovating is an excellent way to increase its value. However, a significant renovation project can quickly turn into a disaster, especially for those who are inexperienced. Let’s take a look at four of the more common home renovation mistakes that homeowners

About this time of year, we get a lot of questions from clients, friends and family about property taxes, property tax protests and exemptions. We’ve put together some of the most frequently asked questions to help, but you can always reach out to your best TJ Lewis Real Estate agent to help! How do