Texas Open House Rules Changed in 2026: What Buyers Need to Know Before They Walk In
March 4, 2026
New Texas law (SB 1968) changed what happens when you walk into an open house. Here is what paperwork to…
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How Much Is Homeowners Insurance in Austin? The Real Numbers for 2026
March 4, 2026
Austin homeowners pay $2,400-$5,000+ per year for insurance in 2026. Here are real numbers by neighborhood, what drives costs, and…
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How Much Do You Need to Make to Buy a Home in Austin in 2026?
March 4, 2026
You need about 30,000 in household income to buy the median Austin home in 2026. Here's the full breakdown by…
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How to Protest Your Travis County Property Taxes Before the May 15 Deadline
March 3, 2026
Step-by-step guide to protesting your Travis County property tax appraisal before the May 15 deadline. Informal hearings, ARB process, and…
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What Is an Assumable Mortgage and How Does It Work in Austin?
March 3, 2026
There are hundreds of homes in Austin right now with mortgage rates under 3%. Here is how assumable mortgages work,…
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DOGE Just Cut $1 Billion in Housing Programs. Here’s the Real Impact on Austin Homebuyers and Renters
March 1, 2026
DOGE terminated a $1 billion HUD housing program and proposed cutting half of HUD staff. Here is what it actually…
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Redfin Says We’re in the “Great Housing Reset.” Here’s the Data That Shows Austin May Be at the Bottom Right Now.
February 28, 2026
Redfin named Austin one of 22 cities in their Great Housing Reset. After a 20% price correction from peak, the…
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Austin Just Got Named the Slowest Housing Market in America. Here’s Why That’s Your Green Light.
February 28, 2026
Redfin just named Austin the slowest housing market among 50 major US cities. 106 days on market. 128% more sellers…
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What Are Closing Costs When Buying a Home in Texas? The Complete 2026 Guide
February 27, 2026
What buyers actually pay at closing in Texas, broken down line by line. Real dollar amounts, 2026 data, Austin market…
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Mortgage Rates Just Dropped Below 6%. Here’s Exactly What That Means If You’re Buying in Austin Right Now
February 27, 2026
On February 26, 2026, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit 5.98% -- the first time below 6% since 2022. Here…
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