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2024 Rodeo Austin Guide

By |2024-02-20T09:11:41-06:00February 20, 2024|Local Guide|

Howdy, partner! Get ready to experience the thrill of the official sport of Texas right here in the Capital City. Rodeo Austin, one of America's top ProRodeos, returns March 8th-23rd, 2024, bringing a heaping helping of Western excitement to Travis County Expo Center. Buckle up for two weeks of non-stop fun: ProRodeo action: Witness heart-pounding competitions like bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and more, featuring top cowboys and cowgirls vying for rodeo glory. Live music extravaganza: Each night after the rodeo, renowned country music artists take the stage, including William Clark Green, Gary Allen, Ashley McBryde, Jamey Johnson, 38 Special, Jake Owen, and many more! Texas-sized carnival: Get [...]

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It’s Time To Prepare Your House for a Spring Listing

By |2024-02-19T18:32:00-06:00February 19, 2024|Real Estate|

If you're thinking of selling your house this spring, now is the perfect time to start getting it ready. With the market gearing up for its busiest time of year, it'll be important to make sure your house shines bright among the competition. Here are some valuable tips you can use to get your house market-ready. Declutter and Organize First impressions matter, and if your house is a mess, that can easily turn off potential buyers. Before listing, take the time to declutter and organize each room. Decluttering is about more than just tidying up – it's about creating a sense of space and openness [...]

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Keeping Your Garbage Disposal Fresh: A Guide to Cleaning and Frequency

By |2024-02-26T07:40:53-06:00February 1, 2024|Lifestyle|

A properly functioning garbage disposal is a convenient kitchen asset, effortlessly grinding food scraps and keeping your drain clear. However, neglecting its maintenance can lead to unpleasant odors, clogs, and even damage. Here's a comprehensive guide to keeping your disposal fresh, including cleaning methods and recommended cleaning frequency. Cleaning Your Garbage Disposal: Maintaining a clean disposal is essential for optimal performance and preventing unpleasant issues. Here's a simple and effective cleaning method: Turn off the power: Ensure safety by unplugging the disposal from the outlet or flipping the breaker switch at your home's electrical panel. Clear any visible debris: Safely use [...]

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Features That Can Help Your Home Sell Faster & For More Money

By |2024-02-20T10:57:49-06:00February 1, 2024|Real Estate|

Research from the home site Zillow indicates that homebuyers braving this uncertain market are still willing to pay for the specific features that speak to them and certain amenities may even help a home get a higher offer. According to Zillow’s research, listings that mention high-end cooking amenities such as steam ovens, pizza ovens, and professional-grade appliances can sell for as much as 5.3% more than similar homes that don’t have these features (or at least don’t mention them in their property listings). “Not every buyer will appreciate a chef’s kitchen or a putting green in their backyard, but those [...]

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Ways Your Home Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goals

By |2024-01-15T12:08:33-06:00January 15, 2024|Real Estate|

If you’ve owned your house for at least a couple of years, there’s something you’re going to want to know more about – and that’s home equity. If you’re not familiar with that term, Freddie Mac defines it like this: “. . . your home’s equity is the difference between how much your home is worth and how much you owe on your mortgage.” That means your equity grows as you pay down your home loan over time and as home values climb. While it’s true home prices dipped slightly last year, they rebounded and have been climbing in many areas since then. Here’s why that price growth is good [...]

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Simple Steps to Organize Your Home in January

By |2024-02-20T11:26:45-06:00January 3, 2024|Lifestyle|

January often brings feelings of renewal and a desire for a fresh start. But for many, the post-holiday season can also leave homes feeling cluttered and chaotic. Don't despair! By taking small, manageable steps now, you can banish that feeling and create a more organized and peaceful space you'll love. Remember, organization is a journey, not a destination. Don't try to do everything at once. Instead, set achievable goals and focus on tackling one room or task at a time. Here are some simple yet effective ways to jump-start your January organizing: 1. Clear Out Holiday Clutter: Put away new [...]

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3 Keys To Hitting Your Homeownership Goals in 2024

By |2024-01-01T12:23:13-06:00January 1, 2024|Real Estate|

If buying or selling a home is your goal for 2024, it’s important to understand today’s housing market, know your why, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into focus. Over the last year, the economy had a big impact on the housing market, and likely on your wallet too. That’s why it’s critical to have a clear picture of not just the market today, but also on what you want out of it when you buy or sell a home. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, explains: “The key to making a good decision in this challenging housing [...]

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December Events: Central Texas/Austin Area

By |2023-12-20T09:39:00-06:00December 2, 2023|Local Guide|

Your guide to all things to do in Central Texas this December! From Austin area Christmas shows to Farmers Markets and Bird Watching, you can do it all this holiday season in Central Texas! Check out the link below the pdf to open a clickable version that takes you directly to the event websites! Let me know which events you love in the comments! December Central Texas Area Events: Clickable Links

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Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home

By |2023-07-27T17:14:11-05:00July 27, 2023|Real Estate|

While the wild ride that was the ‘unicorn’ years of housing is behind us, today’s market is still competitive in many areas because the supply of homes for sale is still low. If you’re looking to buy a home this season, know that the peak frenzy of bidding wars is in the rearview mirror, but you may still come up against some multiple-offer scenarios. Here are a few things to consider to help you put your best foot forward when making an offer on a home. 1. Lean on a Real Estate Professional Rely on an agent who can support your goals and help you understand [...]

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National Real Estate Market Update for 2023

By |2023-06-12T18:00:36-05:00June 12, 2023|Real Estate|

There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Federal Reserve began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates, mortgage rates, mortgage rates. Higher rates had the immediate impact of dampening homebuyer affordability and demand. But this year, we’re seeing further repercussions. While analysts expected listing inventory to swell as sales declined, instead, homeowners have been pushing off plans to sell because they feel beholden to their existing, lower mortgage rates. So what impact is this reduced demand and low supply environment having on home values? [...]

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