The “Keep Austin Weird” slogan is still alive and well. Our city still hasn’t lost its edge as a unique place to live with quirky places to visit and traditions to be a part of. While 2020 hasn’t been a normal year, we’re still t...
If you’re looking for a great place to grab a bite to eat, you’re never in short supply of choices to visit in Austin. One of our favorite things about fall is all of the delicious ingredients that are in season and the recipes that ch...
In part one, we looked at how to begin preparing an HOA budget. We discussed setting goals, looking at the current finances, and prioritizing repairs. In part two, we’re going to look at gathering figures and how to plan for the unexpect...
Congratulations on finally becoming a homeowner and owning a property! We know how important this is to you, so we want to share with you seven sharp steps you should take as a new homeowner. These steps will help you in the long run!
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Now is the time of year that many HOA boards begin talking about their annual budget. If you’re looking at the numbers for 2020 and trying to plan out an appropriate budget for 2021, there are some steps you can take to make preparing an...
Choosing the right vendor for your HOA community comes with hours of research, dozens of phone calls, and important talks with your board and your residents. There’s a lot to consider, including costs, risks, reputation, and more. Let’...
In the spirit of the season that’s dedicated to ghost stories and spooky encounters, why not put Austin on the map as one of the best places to spend Halloween? Check out some of Austin’s most haunted locations and the stories that mak...
In today’s real estate market, home buyers are looking for the perfect home as well as a community that fits their needs. This leads them to research neighborhoods, HOAs, and areas of a city profusely before putting an offer on a home. H...
As a homeowner, there’s no landlord to call when minor things go wrong or problems arise. Having some basic repair and maintenance skills in your back pocket will make you a better homeowner and save you money for the times when there ar...
As an HOA, you’re faced with a lot of responsibility and large decisions to make. Your board has to create a budget, hold meetings, find vendors, and keep up with the best ways to help the community and its residents thrive. Because we k...