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With a tenant in your rental property, you can’t avoid damage, wear, and tear completely. For instance, the carpet will probably be worn down a bit, even if your tenant doesn’t wear shoes in the house. The carpet will also likely fade a bit and you could end up with hair dye stains in the

Energy efficiency is a common topic among property owners, in part because of the many benefits it provides. A more energy efficient house will be able to maintain a comfortable temperature in practically any weather, and use less electricity to do it. If you own one or more rental properties in the Austin, Texas area,

If you’ve been a landlord for a while, you’ve probably noticed that tenants are extremely protective of their deposits. It doesn’t matter if the deposit is only $200 – tenants get upset when they don’t get their full deposit back.

No two renters are the same. Behind every lease agreement is a unique individual with hyper-specific desires, wants, and needs. But in spite of their circumstances, most Austin renters are seeking many of the same features and amenities in rental properties and apartments. As a landlord and real estate investor, understanding what’s desirable will help

For Austin homeowners, a house is more than just a place you live. It’s also an investment. And in some cases it’s the single most valuable investment you own. In light of this, you have to manage your investment. This means doing the occasional home improvement to keep your property valuable in the larger Austin

Few American cities are growing faster than Austin, Texas. It’s a hotbed of culture, business, art, music, and good people. But any time there’s a growing city, you can also be confident that there’s a competitive real estate market. And for a first time home buyer, it can feel intimidating.