The real estate market in Texas is hot, hot, hot right now which means multiple offer situations are becoming commonplace. We tell you how to navigate these situations to hopefully win your dream home!

Texas: the land of freezing-yesterday and blistering-tomorrow. Our weather is unpredictable, at best, but fall is here, and so are cooler afternoons. It’s the perfect time to do a Texas-style garage declutter, and these few tools will help you get it done.

No matter how many times you’ve gone through the process, it’s handy to refresh your memory regarding the steps and best practices involved with purchasing a home.

It’s important for home buyers and sellers to have an understanding of how important these early listings are, and how they can help clients achieve their goals faster while providing a competitive advantage.

Austin, Dallas, and Houston are the most expensive zip codes in Texas, and we're not surprised!

Downsizing and de-cluttering your space can feel refreshing and liberating! Whether you’re moving to a smaller home, or just simply looking to de-clutter, taking the plunge to throw away your earthly possessions is sometimes necessary. An organizatio

Many times, clients will wonder what exactly their commission fees are going towards, and we’re here to answer that question for you. We asked our agents to help us explain some of the benefits that come from partnering with a real estate agents, and

We asked our agents what they tell their clients to look out for when searching for a new property. What they came back with was advice on not only physical issues in a home, but also common things to avoid during the home buying process.

We caught up with Jake from LawnStarter, and he shared his tips to keep your lawn in tip top shape this summer.

Once you understand all of the costs involved, have a nice emergency fund and have saved up a bit of a down payment, there is no reason why purchasing a home should be intimidating.

It’s smart to be thinking about the future equity of your home, and these are questions our agents here at HomeCity get asked a lot. There is no one, go to upgrade that will work in every situation and with every budget. However, here are some of our

Overcoming generational hurdles like crippling student debt, post-recession low salaries and a more unstable lifestyle, more and more young people are entering the housing market. Our agents give advice to those looking to take that leap!

Outside of a work environment where you’re organically socializing with individuals who share a common interest, kids can be the best way to make new friends.

We asked the professionals for their best tips to make the moving process a breeze.

The real estate tax experts at The Real Estate CPA give us a glimpse at the tax breaks and incentives that are available to homeowners and investors!

Advice for those who are buying or selling real estate in 2017.

Market conditions are culminating into the perfect storm for potential homebuyers to get the best deal. Here's why you should buy NOW.

We asked our agents here at HomeCity Real Estate what they advise their seller clients to do to avoid common seller faux paus.

It can seem daunting to consider all of these things before setting foot in your first open house, but we promise, it’s important. To make things easier, we caught up with Jason Lewis from Supreme Lending to help walk us through the steps necessary t

Any time of year is a good time to sell when there are going to be serious buyers ready to consider your home, we'll tell you why here

When selling a home, it’s important to make a good impression on potential buyers early on in the game. We asked some of our agents what they do to ensure a home sells fast!

Whether you’re just beginning to think about investing or are planning to start your journey, there are several things to educate yourself about. We caught up with HomeCity investment experts Jonathan Bane and Greg Saunders to give you beginners cras

There are inevitably misconceptions about the industry that real estate agents find themselves explaining to client after client. We asked some of our agents what the most common questions they get are, and what they wished more people knew coming in

Where you are in life will determine whether or not it makes more sense to buy or continue renting. There are pro’s and con’s to each, but weighing your options is the best way to determine which is more beneficial for you, and could help you avoid m

So what are the advantages vs. disadvantages, what are the differences between condos and townhomes? We’ll do our best to explain.

We’ve put together some guidelines to help you figure out the right location for you and your family!

We scoured the internet for some impressive, yet easy to manage DIY projects. Here are some of our favorites!

We’ve put together some of the best ways to mosquito-proof your back yard (and home) to avoid exposing your loved ones to any potential illness this summer.

Whether you think a tiny home is a perfect way to simplify or too small to be practical, they are certainly an innovative solution to the problems facing many people today. Downsizing and building a tiny home is definitely becoming a popular option a

We gathered some quick ways to add some flare and freshen up your backyard patio during springtime.

In this day and age, most home searches start online. Photos that are bright, well positioned and accurately representative of the home are more likely to draw the eye of a potential buyer than poorly lit, bad quality photos.

Home ownership has both financial and social benefits, we explain the top 10!

We scoured Pinterest for the most creative and cost efficient fall décor ideas and we’re going to share them with you!

You’ll want to make the most you can off of your sale, however, you and your agent must be wary of the pitfalls involved in pricing your home too high. What many people don’t realize is that pricing your home too high initially may end up getting you

It’s a new year, and we’ve got some clever ways to help you reach your organization goals in 2019. Your home should run like a tight ship, so if you’ve got any pesky problem areas getting in your way, it’s time to address them for good with these organization tips for your home.

Putting your best face forward on LinkedIn is just as important as the other social networks, and if used correctly, can help you grow your business!

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Social media marketing is all about developing relationships with your followers while adding value to the conversations relevant to your industry. You want to become known as an expert in your field who should be referenced whenever questions arise,

What habits do most successful real estate agents share? We break down the top 5!

While planning the purchase of a home as a young person many be intimidating, there are many ways to tell if you are financially and emotionally stable enough to begin the process. Once you decide that it’s time for you to take the plunge, consider t

The cornerstone of most successful career paths is networking. While it can seem daunting to show up to an event alone, with the sole purpose of talking to and meeting new people, this is an important first step to building your sphere of influence.

We’re going to give you some tips to quickly add feng shui elements into your space, but there are a few things you must understand before beginning.

Natural landscaping, aka xeriscaping or green gardening, is gaining traction among homeowners, especially in the southern states. Why? We'll tell you.

There are several marketing tips every real estate agent should know, read on for our top 5!

Greening your home will not only create a safe, healthy environment for your loved ones, but also help you consume less energy and even cut down on bills. We pulled together some simple ways to make your home green and healthy today!

Are you ready to make the jump into real estate investment?

With an average of 150 people moving to the city every day and a booming economy, Austin Business Journal reported Austin as the fastest growing large city in America. Unfortunately, with this growth come the ever-increasing costs of living popular a

HomeCity Real Estate is offering recently sold home prices to homebuyers in the Dallas, Ft. Worth, and Austin areas. Our website now provides homeowners recently sold home prices, sales price history, and home value information.

With Austin’s landscape changing so rapidly, both the physically and digitally, HomeCity Real Estate has recently updated its website, www.homecity.com.

Your guide to filing your homestead exemption in 2015.

Your guide to filing your Homestead Exemption in 2015.

There are a few hidden gems left in Austin that are still desirable, while maintaining a lower average home price. HomeCity has compiled a list of Austin’s most affordable neighborhoods, judging their proximity to downtown, schools, amenities, and a

A first time homebuyer shares her experience with HomeCity Real Estate in part three of this three part series.

A first time homebuyer shares her experience with HomeCity Real Estate.

HomeCity's Marketing Manager details her experience with buying her first home.

The coming soon process allows certain homebuyers an advantage over competition, and is an extremely helpful tool for homebuyers, sellers, and Realtors.

Don't forget, daylight savings time is Sunday, March 9th!

Need some design inspiration? HomeCity picked out our favorite affordable, contemporary chandeliers!

HomeCity's tips for planning your spring garden.

HomeCity's tips for planning your spring garden.

Your guide to filing your homestead exemption in 2014.

Your guide to filing your Homestead Exemption in 2014.

HomeCity gives some inspiration for remodeling your bathroom.

Places to recycle your Christmas tree in and around the DFW area in 2013.

Places to recycle your Christmas tree in and around Austin in 2013.

We share some of our favorite fireplaces with you!

Leave the holiday cooking up to them with HomeCity's list of holiday dining options the DFW area.

It's easy to make social media mistakes, here are a few of the most common ones that Realtors make, and how to fix them!

Going green in your home doesn't have to mean buying all new appliances and upgrades. There are many small changes you can make right now in your home to greatly reduce your impact on the environment.

Are you ready to buy a home? View our check list to see!

Are you preparing to sell your home? Follow these tips and tricks to sell your home fast!

Are you preparing to sell your home? Follow these tips and tricks to sell your home fast!

What is your home worth? Find out how to determine your homes value, and see some tips and tricks to increase it!

HomeCity's top picks for energy-efficient windows.

Google announced on April 9th that they will bring fiber to Austin Texas.

A look at the most-popular home plans. HomeCity.com

Looking to sell your house ? Contact HomeCity for a free home evaluation 1.877.284.2489.