A guide to condo living in Austin's Rainey Street district: why buyers choose it, the towers to know, and how to buy at 44 East now that it has sold out and is resale only.

Thinking about building in East Austin? Here is what to check before you buy a lot: zoning, survey, access, utilities, trees and the view from the second floor.

Principal and interest, property tax, insurance and HOA: how the monthly payment on an Austin home is built, and how to estimate yours before you set a budget.

Moving to Austin from out of state? A practical order for narrowing neighborhoods before your trip: commute, urban core or hills, schools by address, and the real monthly cost.

It's been three years since the United States began facing its highest inflation surge since 1981, which peaked at 9.1% in mid-2022. Although progress has been made in reducing the inflation rate through increased interest rates, the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which tracks the annual price changes of various goods and services, indicates that the inflation rate remains at 3.4%. This

Are you looking to buy a home in Austin but want to offset the cost of your mortgage? Consider a house hack! House hacking is a strategy where you purchase a property with income potential, such as an ADU or guest house, or by renting out your primary home as a short-term rental. With mortgage rates at an all-time high, house hacking can be an excellent way to offset your monthly expenses and even

If you're looking to buy new construction in Austin, there's no better value than the Bouldin Creek neighborhood and the larger 78704 zip code. With its unbeatable location, world-class entertainment districts, and easy access to some of Austin's most iconic landmarks, it's no wonder that so many people are flocking to this area to put down roots.

Is Rainey Street the new mecca for luxury living in Austin? We think so and 44 East has set the new bar for the area!

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Have you heard the phrase ‘don’t put all your eggs in one basket?’ This is a very handy tid bit of advice when it comes to investing. Diversification is an important characteristic of any investment portfolio. Real Estate is ideal because it has a very low correlation with the other major asset classes. This means it can lower the volatility or risk of your portfolio. Less risk, big gains!