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Easements allow a non-owner to have access to a certain portion of another’s property. Surveys…

Driving around on a Saturday morning, heading home from grabbing that hot cup of coffee,…

The 87th Legislative Session adjourned “Sine Die” on May 31. The Texas Legislature meets for…

As a broker and business owner, I know firsthand how hard it can be to…

An easement is the legal right of another person or entity to use part of…

Founded in 2011, Giddens Homes is a premier custom homebuilder that specializes in energy efficient,…

“It’s no secret that the real estate market is booming,” says Kimberly Watson, SouthStar Bank’s…

Well, since about this time last month, I have been hunting and gathering to bring…

As a licensed real estate agent, you may have wondered at some point, “Why should…

The market is booming and customers are pouring into Central Texas from all over the…

It seems like everyone is talking about Austin, Texas. Whether it is for the world-renown…

What to Know About TREC Contract Changes Spring is on the horizon, which means the…

As a licensed real estate agent, you may have wondered at some point, “Why should…

Over the past month or so, I have been hunting and gathering information from a…

If there has ever been a time in the world of real estate to be…

The Home Builders Association (HBA) is the only non-profit organization in the greater Austin area…

This is a truly historical time for Austin’s housing market. With nearly a decade of…

Last year was another banner year for the greater Austin real estate market — and…

Feature Photo Credit: Daemmrich/CapitolPressPhoto/PoolState Rep. Phil Stephenson and others say the Pledge of Allegiance

And … just like that … we blinked our eyes and find ourselves in a…

For those who may not know me my name is Chad Durham and I am…

Offering a variety of flooring products as well as wall and decorative tiles, Floor King…

My name is Kerri Parker and I am the CEO and Team Leader for Keller…

It is my honor to serve you as your 2021 President. I wish each of…

Austin Board of REALTORS 2021 Board of Directors At the end of last year, a…

Buying a home is a hallmark of achieving the American dream. And to some that…

Goodness, gracious! The 2020 election has come and gone, and most of us who follow…

With a such a large number of people moving to our area, urban housing is…

This year has been a whirlwind of ups and downs, starts and stops, and for…

Much like the rest of the world, here at the HBA 2020 was a roller-coaster…

At ABoR, we shape the future of real estate. Your Association has been embracing change…

When it comes to planning for their retirement, real estate agents tend to procrastinate because…

Encompassing approximately 1,400 acres, The Hollows on Lake Travis is a master-planned community that offers…

Being an independent contractor definitely has its pros and cons. Saving for retirement may be…

We all know that marketing and branding are crucial to the success of any business.…

If there’s one message that’s driven into the minds of every working adult in the…

You may have noticed: ABoR.com has been completely redesigned. As our members’ single-greatest tool outside of the MLS

There are several organizations in Central Texas that recognize the accomplishments of REALTORS. Starting in 2011,&

Often when one decides to get his or her real estate license, the first step…

If everything goes according to plan, you will receive this edition of RealtyLine before the…

Providing title and closing services to lenders, real estate agents and consumers, Priority Settlement Group…

1. Create A Business Plan Success depends on several things and creating a business plan…

As REALTORS® our clients and other industry peers see us as community leaders and the…

With October being Careers in Construction month, it’s the perfect time to highlight one of…

Every two years the Texas Legislature convenes to conduct the business of the state, from…

Since the rise of social media, REALTORS across the country have come to the realization…

REALTOR® Safety is an ever-expanding topic. As a REALTOR®, you’re faced with potentially risky situations…

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