Welcome to Austin
This is your inside look at Austin living, straight from someone who loves this city deeply. Whether you're researching a move, exploring neighborhoods, or just looking for your next favorite restaurant or weekend adventure, you're in the right place. Consider this your personal guide to all things Austin - the people, the places, the hidden gems, and the homes worth knowing about.
Austin is a city that rewards curiosity. We're a community of creatives, entrepreneurs, outdoor lovers, and people who genuinely believe life is better when you know your neighbors and support the businesses that make a city feel like home. That's the Austin we want to introduce you to.
Whether you're thinking about buying, just starting to explore, or simply want to know where to grab the best breakfast taco on a Saturday morning - I’m here for all of it.
Reach out anytime. I love connecting people with this city.
📱 Text Sarah directly: 512-375-2096
Why Luxury Buyers Don't Always Pay Cash - And Why That Matters If You're Selling
Cash isn't always king in Austin's luxury market - and sellers who assume otherwise can end up walking away from their best buyer. Here's what actually signals a strong offer at the $3M+ level, and why nuance matters more than funding source.
This Weekend in Austin, Texas - May 29-30, 2026
Austin is packed - from a bluegrass musical at Zach Theatre and the ATX TV Festival to a local ceramics pop-up, Alex Warren at Moody Center, and Austin Sol ultimate frisbee. Here's everything worth doing this weekend.
Texas Homestead Exemption: What Every Austin Homeowner Needs to Know in 2026
The Texas homestead exemption is the most valuable tax filing an Austin homeowner can make - and every year, people either miss it entirely or assume someone else handled it at closing. Here's exactly what it does, what it's worth in 2026, and how to file it correctly.
Austin Private Schools: A Guide for Families Navigating the Market in 2026
Relocating to Austin with kids? Explore the top private schools, tuition ranges, and which neighborhoods offer the best access for luxury families.
The List Price vs. Sale Price Conversation Nobody Is Having at $3M+
The spread between list price and sale price looks the same on paper at every price point. But at $3M+, it tells a completely different story. A $50,000 reduction on a $400,000 home is 12.5%. On a $4,000,000 home, it's 1.25%. Same number, entirely different signal to a luxury buyer who knows what they're looking at. And in Austin's luxury market, they always know what they're looking at.
What Austin Cash Buyers Need to Know About the New FinCEN Rule
Buying a home in Austin through an LLC or trust with cash? There's a new federal rule you need to know about before your next transaction. FinCEN's Residential Real Estate Rule changes how these deals are structured, documented, and closed - and the details matter more than you might think.
We're in The Scout Guide Austin - and We Think You Should Be Reading It
Austin is a city worth knowing deeply — and The Scout Guide is one of our favorite ways to share it. From hidden gems to the people and businesses that give this city its soul, here's why we're proud to be part of this community.
Your Austin Weekend Guide | May 22–24
The city is full this weekend - here's what we'd put on the calendar.
Austin has a way of making even an ordinary weekend feel like something worth showing up for. From art markets to live music to a sunrise race, there's a little something for everyone this May 22–24. Here's our roundup of what's happening around town.
Austin Real Estate Market Update - April 2026
April's Austin market data tells a clear story - buyers came back, inventory tightened, and pending sales jumped 20% year over year. Here's what the numbers actually mean and what smart buyers and sellers should be paying attention to heading into the heart of spring.
What It Actually Looks Like to Sell Your Home With Me
Thinking about selling your Austin home but not sure where to start? From pricing strategy to closing day,I walk you through exactly what it looks like to work with me - and why every step of the process is more intentional than you might expect.
6 Home Design Trends We're Seeing in Austin for 2026
Austin's design landscape is shifting — and the homes that are selling fastest in 2026 are the ones that feel warm, intentional, and deeply livable. From statement kitchens to indoor-outdoor spaces that actually function year-round, here are the seven trends we're seeing right now across Austin's most sought-after neighborhoods.
The Price is Right
Thinking about starting high and coming down later? It's one of the most common seller mistakes we see - and it almost always costs more than it saves. Here's what the data actually shows about pricing your Austin home right from day one.
The land remembers. So should your home.
This is land worth building on.
And a community worth being part of.

