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A Hyde Park Home That Sat for Seven Years Sold in Five Months

I took over a listing in Hyde Park after it had already been on the market, with a different agent, for seven years. Seven years. We sold it in five months, for more money than it had ever been listed at before. This is one of my favorite stories to tell, partly because of how it turned around, and

Selling an Inherited Home in Austin: A Guide for Estates and Probate

Selling a home you've inherited is rarely just a real estate transaction. It usually comes during one of the harder stretches of someone's life, and it often involves questions that have nothing to do with square footage or curb appeal. I've walked families through this process, and I want to lay ou

What to Know About Texas Property Disclosure Laws

In Texas every material fact about a home, whether it’s a cracked tile or a past flood, must be disclosed before the buyer signs a contract. Missing a required item can trigger liability under the Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Below is the straight‑forward rundown of what you need to know. Table of

How to Prepare Your House for Sale

A $4,000 garage-door replacement can produce a better return than a $78,000 kitchen overhaul, according to 2026 home-improvement data. That does not mean every seller needs a new garage door. It means smart preparation starts with condition, buyer confidence, and the right budget, not the biggest pr