Michelle Adams

AIR Property Group - Austin Investment & Relocation - REALTOR®, GRI, CLHMS®, CNE®

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Own a rental in the Austin area but live somewhere else? The hardest part usually isn't the tenant. It's everything you can't see from a distance: a vendor invoice you can't verify, a repair that stalls while it waits on your sign-off, a property you only ever see in photos.

Here's a practical guide to managing a Central Texas rental from out of state, what tends to go wrong at a distance and the questions worth asking before you hand the keys to a manager. Things like how vendor invoices get marked up, which repairs happen without waiting on your approval, and whether anyone actually walks the property in person.
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City of Hays: Prioritize the $1B Water Grant For Interconnect Water Security -

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Antone’s announced Nov. 10 that it’s remaining at its current Fifth Street location up to another five decades after negotiating a 30-year lease with extension options that could take it to 2075. https://t.co/HbHhazU53h

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While the broader market is finding its rhythm, duplexes have quietly held their own.
The new short-term rental policies in Austin are changing how people invest. The city’s moving toward tighter permitting, more transparency, and closer spacing limits for STRs. For some, that creates uncertainty. For others, opportunity.
The truth is, duplexes are built for flexibility. They can work as traditional long-term rentals, as owner-occupied homes with income, or as short-term rentals when managed correctly.
Most investor duplex purchases still require about 25 percent down. But if you plan to live in one unit, you can qualify for an owner-occupied loan with as little as 5 percent down and a lower interest rate.
That’s how many of our clients start their real estate journey. They live in one side, rent the other, and build equity while keeping costs low.
Two current examples:
• 1915 Margalene Way , listed at $450,000 with an estimated 6 percent cap rate and long-term rental stability.
• 2001 Iroquois Lane , in Southeast Austin, operating as an STR on one side with cap rate ranging from 6 to 10 percent depending on season and management.
These aren’t flashy investments. They’re steady ones.
And in a market that’s learning to reward balance and sustainability again, that’s exactly where smart investors are finding strength. https://t.co/jo6sCP3YrD

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There’s a certain kind of calm that comes when a home hits the market already prepared. One of our recent listings felt that way from the start. The sellers took the time to get everything ready, and by the time the first showing happened, you could feel the difference. The home told its story beautifully, clean, welcoming, and full of life.

The pre-inspection was already done, so there were no surprises waiting down the line. The buyers felt confident, even choosing to skip their own inspection entirely. Their option period came and went without a single hiccup. Both sides moved forward feeling good, and that kind of ease isn’t luck, it comes from preparation.

Then there’s the way staging transforms a space. It’s not about making a house look perfect, it’s about helping buyers see their lives unfolding there. When the furniture is placed just right and the rooms feel balanced, it’s easier to imagine where life would happen, morning coffee by the window, family dinners, quiet evenings. You can see them connecting to it in real time.

Behind the scenes, that’s where we come in. We guide our sellers through these steps, making sure every detail supports the story their home is telling. From the first walkthrough to professional marketing and leaning on our network of trusted connections, we move with intention. The goal is always the same, to create an experience that feels calm, confident, and rewarding from start to finish.

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More and more people are choosing lifestyle over square footage.
It’s not about “How much can I get?” anymore.
It’s “How does this space make life better?”
That’s real growth.
Even Matthew McConaughey recently said he’s less drawn to cathedral ceilings.
He wants intimacy. He wants spaces that feel warm, grounded, and human.
That landed with me. Because I see it every week ,
buyers turning away from grand statements and toward quiet corners,
lower ceilings, light that feels like home.
In today’s Austin market, success isn’t about finding the house with the most features.
It’s helping people find the one that feels right ,
comfortable, personal, and sustainable.
If you’re building or buying in Austin, don’t ask “How big can I go?”
Ask “How well will I live here?”
That question tells you more than any blueprint ever could.

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The things people don’t post
Most people don’t share the messy middle of moving. The boxes that never got labeled. The goodbye to a street you loved. That’s the real part of homeownership. It’s change, and it’s okay to feel it.

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Circle C builders had a secret: raise the foundation. That extra step up wasn’t about style, it was to outsmart clay soils + drainage. It’s why Circle C slabs often hold stronger than nearby neighborhoods.

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Not all “backs to greenbelt” lots are created equal. Facing direction = shade vs heat, and even mosquito season hits differently by creek. Always walk the fence line at sunset, it tells you everything.

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I love finding buyers spots in Austin’s ETJ, just outside city limits but still “Austin.” You get more freedom for chickens, shops, or creative add-ons… but utilities + deed restrictions can change street by street.

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Modern vibes, unbeatable location.
Just minutes from Walnut Creek trails, parks, and peace 12007 Sky West Austin TX 78758 is ready for you. #AustinRealEstate #WalnutCreekLiving #ModernHomeVibes #SkyWestHome

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There’s a certain kind of joy that comes when Lake Austin is part of your everyday, when the water is just steps away and time slows down in all the right ways. We have an incredible home coming soon that offers rare private Lake Austin access and a lifestyle that feels both energizing and effortless. From mornings on the water to laid-back afternoons at Ski Shores, life here is full of movement, connection, and meaning. Stay tuned.

#LakeAustin #PrivateLakeAccess #NewListing

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Live in one, Airbnb the other—East Austin house hack, anyone?
This fully updated 2,200 sq ft duplex is the ultimate income play:
→ Side B is a fully furnished, income-producing Airbnb
→ Side A has a month-to-month tenant and is ready for your personal touch
Minutes from downtown, sitting on a shady corner lot in 78741—this one’s got location and cash flow potential.

DM me for details or to set up a tour!
#househack #eastaustinrealestate #duplexlife #airbnbinvestment #austinrealtor

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If you’ve been looking for a home that’s got character, space, that backs up to a park—congrats, you just found it.

This 2,026-square-foot home is five minutes from the new Apple campus in Austin which means you’re basically one good idea away from launching a startup. It’s got that 1980s contemporary style with vaulted triangle ceilings and a sunken living room so cozy you might start canceling plans just to stay in, plus a wood-burning fireplace with dark wood built-ins that give off major ‘distinguished scholar’ vibes.

The kitchen was remodeled with granite, and enough counter space to make a five-course meal… or, let’s be real, just spread out all your Uber Eats containers.

The primary suite? It’s huge. Two walk-in closets, one for your clothes and one for your secrets. A flex space for whatever wild ideas you come up with, and a shower so nice you might start making all your life decisions in there.

✔️ New LVP flooring. ✔️ Fresh paint. ✔️ New carpet. Oh, and it’s pre-inspected.

The backyard… Forget mowing—this place backs straight up to Springwoods Park. Walking trails, sports courts, playgrounds… basically, unlimited free entertainment.

🚗 Location? Hwy 183, 45, and 620 are right there. The Domain, The Arboretum, Lakeline Mall…. You’ll be at happy hour before your friend’s ice melts.

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In 2009, the Austin City Limits Festival was unforgettable, largely due to the infamous Dillo Dirt. Heavy rains turned Zilker Park into a mud pit, and because the park had been treated with Dillo Dirt—a compost made from yard trimmings and treated sewage sludge— yeah, you read that right… the mud had a particularly unique texture and smelled better than you’d expect. Thousands of festival-goers trudged through the slick mess, creating a scene that’s now etched in ACL history. Despite the chaos, it remains one of my favorite ACL experiences.

Photography has always been a passion of mine, especially the chance to freeze raw, unscripted moments like those at ACL 2009. There’s something powerful about documenting real experiences, and that weekend’s wild conditions made for some of the most authentic and memorable shots I’ve taken.

Looking back, it was messy, muddy, and chaotic, but that’s what made it magical!

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Nature Meets Luxury: Create Your Westlake Retreat Steps from Lake Austin - 1.5 ACRES AVAILABLE - $1,295,000 - Additional 1.9 Lake Austin Waterfront Acreage available - https://t.co/C2OZm3y0ww

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Just posted a photo @ Austin, Texas https://t.co/TIsOMg96xV

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Just posted a photo @ Austin, Texas https://t.co/7LPeGWrRuT