As kitchen appliances go, there are few loved more than the dishwasher. They can be a major time saver – that is, if your dishes are coming out clean. Let’s take a quick look at a few steps you can take if your dishwasher is not doing its job. Give It A Good Cleaning It may seem a bit strange to thi

12 TIPS TO ENSURE A BEAUTIFUL YARD ALL YEAR LONG Dethatch With a Rake | Thatch is essentially dead or dying grass shoots and a little bit (less than 1/2 an inch) of it is actually good for your lawn, but too much thatch can suffocate it. For warm-season grasses, early spring is the perfect time to r

March is a busy time in Austin! Chose any day out of the month, and there is most likely something fun happening near you! Check out some of our favorite events happening in and around Austin this March. Austin Crawfish Festival 3/5-3/6 Cajun-style seafood, craft beer, live music and interactive gam

Austin-Round Rock MSA sales, new listings dip as experts call for updated policies to encourage more housing, streamlined process In January, the Austin-Round Rock MSA housing market experienced an overall decline in closed sales compared to January 2021 as the number of closed listings fell 5.8% to

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

Austin-Round Rock MSA housing market sets records in 2021  Home sales accounted for more than $23 billion in economic activity in 2021  According to the December 2021 and Year-End Central Texas Housing Market Report released by the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR), more homes were sold in the Austin

ATX Valentine’s Day Market – 02/05/2022 Treat yourself or your loved ones by shopping small and supporting local Austin businesses. This incredible one-day pop-up market will consist of all local Austin small businesses; from jewelry to skincare, photography to fitness, and everything in between. Co

Austin-Round Rock MSA housing market on track for record year despite dip in November home sales  Majority of homes sold between $250,000-$500,000 in November, indicating accessibility in housing market  According to the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) November Central Texas Housing Report, closed

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

December is always a very busy month in the Austin area! Lights, festivals, parties and more! Check out our list of some of the best things to do in the Austin area this month! Austin Trail of Lights – 11/27-12/31 This year, the Austin Trail of Lights will pack all of its cheer, lights and displays

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

Austin Round-Rock housing market remains stable, on track for record year AUSTIN, Texas–– According to the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) October 2021 Central Texas Housing Report, the Austin-Round Rock MSA housing market remains on track for a record-breaking year, even as the market continues it

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

Food festivals, turkey trots and THANKSGIVING! November is a jam-packed month in the Austin area – if you have ANY free time, we recommend checking out some of our favorite happenings in the area! Austin Food + Wine Festival – 11/05/21 – 11/07/21 Join the nation’s most talented chefs, sommeliers, &

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

Housing market continues calming trend across Austin Round-Rock MSA  Addressing affordability and increasing inventory a top priority for region  AUSTIN, Texas – According to the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) September 2021 Central Texas Housing Report, the Austin-Round Rock MSA housing market is

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

With the weather turning a little cooler in Central Texas, the Fall is many people’s favorite time of year! Many local farms and event centers host annual fall festivals or pumpkin patch gatherings with a huge variety of games, activities and events. Check out some of the most popular events this Fa