Moving to Austin From Houston, TX? 10 Things Home Buyers Wish They Knew Before Buying
Moving to Austin From Houston, TX? 10 Things Home Buyers Wish They Knew Before Buying If you’re thinking about moving from Houston to Austin, there are some differences that don’t become obvious until you actually live here. Albina Rippy knows that firsthand. Albina moved from Houston to Austin in 2019 and now lives in Woodhaven […]
Westlake vs. Lakeway: Which Is Better for Austin Home Buyers in 2026?
Westlake vs. Lakeway: Which Is Better for Austin Home Buyers in 2026? If you’re moving to Austin and deciding between Westlake and Lakeway, the better choice comes down to what matters most to you. Westlake may be the better fit if you want to be closer to central Austin, are considering Eanes ISD, and are […]
Living in Westlake Austin: The Best Hikes, Schools & Lake Austin Lifestyle
Living in Westlake Austin: The Best Hikes, Schools & Lake Austin Lifestyle If you’re considering moving to Westlake Austin, you’ve probably already heard about the schools. But what I think people miss—especially families relocating to Austin from Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco or other major cities—is how much of the Westlake lifestyle actually happens […]
Should I Buy a Renovated Home or a Fixer-Upper in Westlake (78746) Austin?
Should I Buy a Renovated Home or a Fixer-Upper in Westlake (78746) Austin? If you’re buying a home in Westlake Austin, there’s a good chance you’ll eventually face this decision: Should I pay more for a beautifully renovated home, or buy a dated home in a great location and renovate it myself? Our answer is […]
What Are the Best Public & Private Schools Near Westlake Austin and Eanes ISD?
Public & Private Schools in Westlake Austin and Eanes ISD: A 2026 Guide For families considering moving to Westlake Austin or Eanes ISD, schools are often one of the first—and most important—parts of the conversation. But there’s much more to understanding the schools here than looking at a ranking online. Which elementary school serves which […]
Moving From Los Angeles to Westlake Austin: What Luxury Buyers Need to Know
Moving From Los Angeles to Westlake Austin: What Luxury Buyers Need to Know If you’re considering moving from Los Angeles to Austin, there’s a point in the process when the question changes. At first it’s: Could we actually live in Texas? Then: Where in Austin would we live? And eventually: Would Westlake give us the […]
Are Texas Hill Country Short-Term Rentals Still a Good Investment in 2026?
Buying an existing, income-producing vacation rental can offer a very different path than purchasing a traditional home and converting it into an Airbnb or VRBO. Instead of starting with an empty property, investors may be able to acquire a home that already has many of the pieces in place: furnishings, guest-ready amenities, an operating history, […]
How to Choose the Best Realtor in Eanes ISD & Westlake Austin
How to Choose the Best Realtor in Eanes ISD & Westlake Austin If you’re searching for the best Realtor in Eanes ISD, the best Realtor in Westlake Austin, or a real estate team that truly understands 78746, 78733, Cuernavaca, Woodhaven and the neighborhoods surrounding Westlake, there’s something you should know: Not every Austin Realtor is […]
How Much House Can $1M, $2M, $3M or $5M Buy in Eanes ISD?
How Much House Can $1M, $2M, $3M or $5M Buy in Eanes ISD? If you’re moving to Austin and considering Eanes ISD, one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is: How much house can I actually get for my money in Westlake? And this is where internet searches can become misleading. A $2 million […]
Living in Woodhaven Austin: A Local’s Guide to Eanes ISD, 78746 & Westlake Life
Living in Woodhaven Austin: A Local’s Guide to Eanes ISD, 78746 & Westlake Life There are certain Westlake neighborhoods everyone moving to Austin seems to know. West Lake Hills. Rollingwood. Seven Oaks. Then there are neighborhoods you often discover once you actually start spending time here. Woodhaven is one of them. Woodhaven is a small, […]