Barton Creek, Austin: A Guide to Luxury Living in the Hills

Gated enclaves, golf, Hill Country views and access to Eanes ISD in parts: what to know about buying or selling a luxury home in Barton Creek, Austin.
Rate Buydowns, Seller Credits and Smart Offers: Buying in Austin with Mortgage Rates Near 7%

With 30-year rates near 6.95%, a seller-paid rate buydown can save Austin buyers more than a price cut. Here’s how buydowns and concessions work.
Austin Property Taxes Explained: Homestead Exemptions, the 10% Cap and What Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes matter. Learn how the $140,000 homestead exemption, 10% cap and protests work for Austin buyers and sellers.
Westlake Hills & Eanes ISD: A Guide to Buying and Selling in Austin’s Premier Hill Country Enclave

Why buyers pay a premium for Westlake Hills and Eanes ISD, what homes look like, and how to buy or sell in Austin’s 78746 luxury enclave.
How to Choose a Luxury Listing Agent in Austin: 9 Questions to Ask Before You Sign

Interviewing listing agents to sell your Austin luxury home? Ask these 9 questions about pricing, marketing, negotiation and communication before you sign.
Buying a Home in Austin in 2026: 9 Negotiation Tips for Today’s Buyer-Friendly Market

Austin buyers have more leverage in 2026 than in years. Here are 9 practical negotiation tips, from seller concessions to option periods, to get a better deal.
How to Price a Luxury Home in Austin (and Why the First 14 Days Decide Everything)

Overpriced Austin luxury homes are seeing deep price cuts while well-priced homes sell in about a month. Learn how to price your $1M+ home right the first time.
Austin’s Luxury Market This Fall: What the August 2026 Numbers Mean for $1M+ Sellers

Austin’s $1M+ market saw median prices rise 5.1% in August 2026 while days on market fell to 31. Here’s what luxury sellers and buyers should do this fall.
Austin Real Estate Market Update: September 2026 — What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

This Austin real estate market update for September 2026 shows a market that has settled into balance. Homes are moving faster than they did a year ago, price cuts are becoming less common, and buyers still have real room to negotiate — a combination we haven’t seen since before the pandemic. Here’s what’s actually happening,…