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The A-Z of Austin Property Management: Terminology to Know as a Landlord

Grant Williams - Thursday, June 10, 2021

Every industry has its lingo, and the Austin, Texas real estate industry is no exception to this rule. Whether you're buying a home for yourself or as a rental property, you’ve probably come across a term that you needed an explanation for from your Realtor, lender, etc. 

It’s important for anyone interested in investing in Austin, Texas real estate to have a solid foundation and working knowledge of the basic concepts and definitions of terms related to the buying, selling, flipping, etc of homes in Austin!

Below we review the terms and phrases you might regularly hear as you dive more deeply into the real estate investment market here in Austin and expand your network within the industry. 

Abandonment - The act of voluntarily surrendering or relinquishing possession of real property without vesting this interest in any other person. If your renter abandons your rental property in Austin, Texas the property code has very specific steps that must be taken when abandonment is suspected, and deviating from these steps can lead to trouble.

Additional insured - a person or organization not automatically included as an...

The Life Expectancy of Your Austin Rental Home

Grant Williams - Thursday, May 27, 2021

When deciding to invest in an Austin rental property, one of the most important things you can note about the purchase is the condition of things around the house and how much time you think you’ll have until major replacements will need to be made on the property and its components. 

So how long is your Austin rental home’s life expectancy?

How long can you expect your washer and dryer to last? What about the HVAC system you just installed? The plumbing?

Below we review the estimated life expectancies for all of these different components of your rental home and how long they should remain functional for you or your tenants! This data was compiled by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors and should not be considered an exact guideline or relied upon for warranties or as guarantees. 

Austin Rental Home Appliance Life Expectancies

Starting with the appliances around your Austin rental home, it’s best to note that the user is a big factor in the longevity of your appliances. Life expectancies for the appliances in your Austin, Texas rental property based on InterNACHI’s findings are as follows:

Appliance

Stone Oak Resident Update | June 2021

Grant Williams - Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Dear Residents,

Please note that this is general information and is not directed at anyone specifically.  Some items will apply broadly and others may not apply based on individual circumstances.

Winter Storm Landscape Maintenance

The aftermath of the storm still lingers in the form of dead landscaping that a lot of HOAs are now sending out violation notices on.  If you have dead/damaged landscaping in your yard and your lease requires you to maintain the yard then it is in your best interest to address this as soon as possible.  Most HOAs require the dead plants to be replaced with similar or identical plants that will need watering and maintenance until they are established.  Some HOAs have lists of acceptable landscape plants that you can contact them about directly to determine what will get the property into compliance.

Summer A/C Expectations

In the near future, you’ll receive an email from us about what to expect from your A/C when we hit the warmer months of the year.  It is important to understand that cooling between 15-20 degrees below the outside temp is the normal operation of most HVACs.  If you think your A/C is not wor...

Stone Oak Client Update | May 2021

Grant Williams - Saturday, May 15, 2021

Quick Update on The CDC’s Eviction Moratorium

At the beginning of May, a federal judge vacated the CDC’s eviction moratorium. In the 20 page ruling, the judge ruled the agency has exceeded its authority with the ban on evictions citing that the Public Health Service Act does not give the agency the authority to place such a ban. An appeal was filed alongside the ruling and the moratorium will remain in place until the appeal can be heard. 

Keep in mind that Austin & Travis County have their own policies set in place. Mayor Steve Adler and Travis County Judge Andy Brown recently filed and signed an extension of the local eviction ban until August 1. Landlords with properties in Travis county need to be aware that even though the federal order may be set to expire soon, no evictions will be taking place in the Travis County JP Court system until at least August 1.

807 Point Run Drive Available for Lease in Plfugerville, Texas

Grant Williams - Wednesday, May 5, 2021

2,490 SF | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath

807 Point Run Drive, Pflugerville, TX 78660

For more information about this Pflugerville, Texas home for rent contact our team or inquire online. 

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