2020 has created a lot of change and innovation in a variety of markets, including in real estate. While some of this year’s changes could be fads, there are some that we predict will be sticking around for a while. Here are the 2020 hom...
One of the many benefits of being a part of an HOA are the guidelines put in place to help increase the property values of homes in the community. All homeowners are looking to increase their property value in order to have a financial gai...
As a vibrant city known for its events, activities, and live music, Austin doesn’t disappoint when it comes to things to do in the fall and winter. Whether you’re looking to enjoy some holiday lights, a few great performances, or just ...
Managing your association means dealing with dues. From collecting them to setting them, your board needs to be on top of HOA dues. It also means having tough conversations about raising dues and looking thoroughly at the budget to see if ...
There’s no denying that there’s a lot to love about Austin, and it’s standing on multiple “Best Of” lists throughout the years is nothing to shake a finger at, but what if the city life just isn’t for you? 2020 has proven to be...
Many homeowners associations make the mistake of putting off maintenance costs until something needs to be replaced or repaired. While this may lower HOA dues, it can cause big problems later on down the pipeline. Anticipating the repairs ...
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...
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...