Should You Buy a Renovated Home or a Fixer-Upper in Westlake Austin?

Should You Buy a Renovated Home or a Fixer-Upper in Westlake Austin?

Should You Buy a Renovated Home or a Fixer-Upper in Westlake Austin? If you’re buying a home in Westlake Austin or Eanes ISD, there’s a decision you’ll probably face sooner or later: Do I pay the premium for the beautifully renovated house—or buy the dated house and renovate it myself? As both a Realtor and […]

How Much Does It Cost to Live in Westlake Austin in 2026?

How Much Does It Cost to Live in Westlake Austin in 2026?

How Much Does It Cost to Live in Westlake Austin in 2026? If you’re considering moving to Westlake Austin, one of your first questions is probably: How much does it actually cost to live in Westlake? And if you’ve already started looking at houses online, you may be even more confused. You can find a […]

How Much Should I Spend Fixing Up My House Before Selling in Westlake Austin?

How Much Should I Spend Fixing Up My House Before Selling in Westlake Austin?

How Much Should I Spend Preparing My Westlake Home for Sale? If you’re thinking about selling a home in Westlake Austin or Eanes ISD, there’s a dangerous moment that happens before the house ever goes on the market. You start making a list. Paint. Floors. Landscaping. Kitchen. Primary bathroom. Light fixtures. Pool repairs. New appliances. […]

What Luxury Home Buyers Want in Westlake Austin in 2026

What Luxury Home Buyers Want in Westlake Austin in 2026

What Do Luxury Home Buyers Want in Westlake Austin in 2026? If you’re thinking about selling a luxury home in Westlake Austin, there’s a dangerous question to ask: What’s trending right now? Because trends aren’t necessarily what sells houses. As an interior designer and Realtor, I’m far more interested in another question: What makes a […]

What’s the Difference Between Living in Westlake and Lakeway, Texas?

What’s the Difference Between Living in Westlake and Lakeway, Texas?

Westlake vs. Lakeway: Which Austin Area Fits Your Lifestyle? If you’re moving to Austin and looking for great schools, beautiful homes, hills, water and a strong community, there’s a good chance you’ll eventually find yourself comparing: Westlake vs. Lakeway. I see this all the time with relocation buyers. On paper, they can sound surprisingly similar. […]

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