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First Time Home Buyer Texas Options

Buying your first home in Texas can feel expensive before you even see a house. The right program may reduce the cash needed for your down payment or closing costs, but every option has rules. Here are five paths worth reviewing, plus the questions to ask before you apply. Table of Contents Work Wit

Austin Short Term Rental Regulations Explained

Thinking about renting out a home in Austin for a few weeks? The city’s rules look simple, but hidden fines and jurisdiction quirks catch many hosts off guard. Below I break down the key pieces you need to stay compliant. Table of Contents What Counts as a Short-Term Rental in Austin? Full Purpose,

Austin Condos for Sale: How to Buy With Confidence

Austin condos can range from a compact unit near South Austin to a high-rise home with lake views and five-figure monthly costs. The right choice starts with numbers, not the view. In 2026, city assistance rules also matter: eligible homes may need to fall at or below a $440,000 sales price cap, wit

How a Beckett Place Condo Sold Over List in a Tough Market

Every seller wants to hear their home will sell for more than asking. Most of the time I won't promise that, because most of the time it isn't realistic. This past July, though, we listed a condo in Beckett Place in South Austin, in a market that was genuinely tough on sellers, and it closed over li