In our bustling city, parking your car can be difficult. Whether you're concerned about the parking laws in your neighborhood, or want to know how best to tackle parking downtown during busy hours, we hope this guide helps you park like a true-blue Austin resident. And hopefully, you'll avoid tickets or costly towing incidents while you're at it.

• Austin Attraction Parking
• Neighborhood Parking
• Downtown Parking
• Overnight Parking Guide

How to Park for Some of Austin's Best Attractions

Tips for Being a Great Airbnb Host

Since its launch in 2008, Airbnb has been a welcome resource for travelers searching for accommodations, as well as hosts looking to make some extra money. A busy city like Austin is booming with potential for new hosts, but it takes some effort to really stand out. If you’re planning on opening up your house or apartment to an Airbnb visitor, there are some things you should keep in mind. Here are a few pointers from Pauly Presley to get you prepared.

Starting Out

Let’s say you’re brand new to the world of being an Airbnb host. There are some key things you’ll want to keep in mind as you tackle this new endeavor.

• Consider Your Neighbors: While hosting might be a great idea for you, it’s important to…

Here in Austin, it’s fair to say we’re crazy about dogs. When Austinites are on the hunt for a new apartment, accomodations for pets are usually make-or-break qualities. You need to make sure you have the space and amenities that are exactly right for your canine companion, no matter how big or small. With that in mind, we’ve assembled a list of some of the most dog-friendly apartments in Austin.

The 704

3401 South Lamar Boulevard

People love The 704 for its walking-distance proximity to South Lamar mainstays like The Broken Spoke, Kerbey Lane Cafe, Torchy’s Tacos, and more. As for four-legged residents, they’ll be thrilled to find out that there’s a sizable gated park for them to enjoy.

1 bedroom starting at: $843 (efficiency)
2 bedrooms…

The Most Important Factors Austin Renters Search For

Searching for an apartment in Austin has never been easy. The rigors of finding a new place can often be so overwhelming that you find yourself forgetting important criteria or settling for less just so you can be done with the process. When you’re in the midst of your search for an Austin apartment, it can help to observe what other people in your situation are looking for. To help you out, we’ve gathered a list of the most crucial factors that Austin renters say they’re seeking.

Refining Your Online Search

As with many things these days, your Austin apartment search will probably start online. The most common search factors for apartment hunters are as follows:

• Affordability: Money…

The city of Austin has a lot going for it these days. It has an undeniable presence in the technology and business sector, a fiercely defended cultural identity, and of course, more live music than any one person could see in a single lifetime. But what’s the true cost of living in such a unique boomtown? If you’re looking to call one of the city’s signature neighborhoods home, what should you expect to pay per month? To help you out, we’ve put together a guide to the average rent in Austin neighborhoods.

Allandale

Average Monthly Rent: $1,150
Minimum: $795
Maximum: $4,500
Nestled between Mopac and Burnet Road, Allandale residents are never far from parks, schools, shops, or entertainment destinations.

Bouldin Creek

Average Monthly Rent:…

Renting an apartment for the first time can be a landmark moment in your life. However, without proper planning, you might find yourself under a lot of stress during the process. But not to worry, you don’t have to start uninformed! We’re here to let you know the basics with this handy first apartment checklist.

The Approval Process

First things first: If you’re renting an apartment for the first time, you’ll need to get approved for it. There are several things that a landlord or property manager will look for.

• Income: In most instances, your monthly income will need to total 2.5 or 3 times the rent amount. Be ready to provide pay stubs or other documents proving compensation from your employer.
• Credit: Apartment complexes will want to…

Want to live the good life in Austin, but aren’t looking to settle down and buy a property of your own? You’re in luck—Austin has no shortage of apartments that will put you in the height of luxury! Whether you want to live in the beating heart of downtown Austin or you’re looking for some distance from the hustle and bustle, here are just ten of the some of the most magnificent luxury apartments in Austin that you can rent right now! 

Ashton Austin

101 Colorado Street - Rent starting at $2,731/month

As far as downtown Austin apartments go, Ashton is hard to beat. Located in the vibrant 2nd Street District, you’ll never be far from amazing dining and nightlife options. In the mood to catch a movie? Good news - you’re just a five-minute walk…

If you are in the market to sell your home there are some easy fixes and updated you can administer to get the most out of your investment. Through a few weekends work you can increase the value of your home before it hits the market. Use this guide to help you find some easy wins where you can increase the value of your home.

Update Faucets and Shower Fixtures

Popcorn ceiling was a common addition to homes constructed throughout the 70's and 80's intended to keep noise vibrations down in a room. This sound deadening texture material can contain asbestos making it important to remove before putting a home up on the market. If your ceiling texture does not contain asbestos it may not be worth your while to remove, however housing trends show that…

As we enter into 2018, it's important to refresh on some seasonal trends we will see in the real estate market this year. By using some reports and trends from the National Association of Realtors we can go into this year understanding how the market will react. Use this guide to help you pick the best time to sell your Austin home in 2018.

Picking The Best Time To Sell

It's important to first understand that selling a home should work with your timeline. If you are moving within Austin or one of the surrounding Travis County communities you can better adjust when you put your home on the market. However, if you are moving to a different city that is either a difficult commute or in a different state, you should sell your home to best fit around…

For the past few years, Austin has been the fastest growing city in the US. From massive job growth to a thriving housing market, Austin has been topping the charts in almost all categories, so it's no wonder people and companies have been moving to Austin.

You may be wondering why exactly so many people of all ages and backgrounds are relocating to Austin. We’ve put together some reasons why our city has been attracting transplants and tourists lately. Take a look at the list below for just a few reasons why Austin, Texas is quickly becoming America’s new favorite city.

Low Cost of Living Compared to Other Cities

Your income will stretch farther in Austin compared to other similar cities. You'll pay less for transportation, utilities,…