Wow- what nice, quiet break from Austin…read more Anna really created a magical, peaceful retreat with everything we could ask for. We had a family reunion there this weekend- what a beautiful home to reconnect in. I loved the big, open kitchen/living room were everyone could be in the same room but doing different things- we had board games going on, cooking, and people catching & relaxing by the warm fireplace all in the same main downstairs room. Oh, and the views!! So calming, especially the fog coming through in the early morning. Really enjoyed the porch as well and walking around the property to watch a stunning sunset. As a bonus, the house was in perfect condition, complete even with gorgeous locally sourced wood features, organic soaps and high quality shampoos, etc. The kitchen was also stocked with basics and more (tea, wine, etc). Definitely look at a map before you head out b/c if you have T-mobile or Verizon, cell coverage eventually is lost. It's easy to find if you know what you're looking for. Highly highly recommend staying here for some time to wind down and breathe- definitely wish we could have stayed longer!! Perfect for a single person just relaxing, a romantic getaway and reunions with friends & family. Anna has more photos on her main site & airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1157352

Amazing experience! Great Friday Night Spook Day with my girlfriends! We will be back to book the…read moreovernight stay in October!

Oct 28 is Emma's Birthday... so Magnolia Hotel decided to open the doors to celebrate! Free tours…read morefrom 10am-2pm! I just happened to see something come through my newsfeed over Fb, I bookmarked it, found my schedule open, so headed east to check it out. Emma likes to play in her room... and who doesn't like to play with little spirits?! I didn't know the history of the Magnolia Hotel so was totally clueless walking in the door... Magnolia Hotel has been on Ghost Adventures on Travel Channel. Also, Magnolia Hotel is ~not~ a hotel, it is now a personal residence. To my delight, I was able to hear stories of the old hotel, tales of it's past residents many of which have never left, and how Magnolia Hotel was discovered by the owners. Jim & Erin saved the Magnolia from being demolished... they single handedly have saved a part of Seguin history!... and some haunted history at that! I spent about two hours just hanging out, looking around, and people watching... talked to some interesting people, listening to questions and answers... all very interesting. Did I have an experience? I had something creepy go up the back of my left neck and skull as I was talking to a ghost hunter in the original dining area where the owner was sitting. I also felt some weird things around the house... but something I brushed off at first until I started listening to others talk about it... when you first come up the stairs, it feels really heavy. I originally brushed it off as I just walked up the stairs... but no, go back and you feel it... and everyone was feeling it!!! Emma was playing in her room. One of the guides said just a few minutes earlier, a little girl got scratched. Then someone told her that they saw the door knob in the pink bathroom turn back and forth. The owner, Erin, said this house is more active during the day than at night. Wow! The owners Jim & Erin host a ghost tour in their home on occasion, which books up months in advance. The tour last about 2 hours with in-depth stories which might also include a spiritual reading from the Erin at the end (but only if deceased wish to come forward). Erin has written Haunted New Braunfels, Haunted Seguin, and soon to be released Haunted Magnolia House. All proceeds go towards restoring the Magnolia Hotel. I can not wait to go on their ghost tour!

Open house is a great real estate agency led by mostly women! I attended a first time home buyers…read moreworkshop here and it was awesome! The agents leading the session were informative, kind and made the process seem very smooth! It's nice to know that they help you with the process from beginning to end. I also love how involved Open House is with the local community!!

Open House sponsored the Sugar Rush Bake Sale and provided all visitors free mimosas (grapefruit,…read morecranberry and cherry). There office is in East Austin on Salina street in an old house. I really loved the funky, eclectic antique furniture. Music wafted through the yard of vendors. So many sweets to choose from - cookies, cannolis, crumpets (yep pinky finger up crumpets), sandwich cookies and pan dulce. If sweets were not your jam (pun intended), then you could have chosen meat pies, coffee, speciality drinks or customized coffee including matcha. The prices at the bake sale were a little on the high side with one cookie costing more than $7. There also some reasonably priced items as well. Overall, a fun day to breath in some fresh air patronize local Austin Vendors.

Roman was so helpful throughout this experience. I am very glad that I chose him to represent me,…read morehe ask so many questions that I never thought to ask. We were searching for a home for about almost 2 months and he never gave up on me. I would totally recommend him!

Too many corners cut!!…read more I hired Roman Lopez to find a tenant for the rental house I just bought. The very first application they received they sent to me - the guy declared his income to be $0, and when I questioned it, they said that they talked with him and that he was a web developer that just sold his company. I reluctantly agreed, since I wanted the place rented ASAP. Big mistake - the guy had warrants out for his arrest, and his "emergency contact" was his estranged wife who had a restraining order against him and was not legally able to sign a contract. Roman never called her or did any sort of thorough background check. The guy is now in jail, and his girlfriend is renting my house out on Airbnb without my permission - they haven't paid rent in 2 months, and while they're making $263/night on Airbnb, I'm stuck paying the bills while waiting for the eviction process to proceed. My mistake - I trusted that Roman was a professional and knew his business - he just wanted to make a quick buck.

Neil seems very knowledgeable about backyard cottages and other unique properties. We asked for an…read moreanalysis of market value rent, and he provided so much more, including tips on how to increase marketability, ideas on how (and whether) to tap into the short-term rent options (like AirBnB), and tips we never would have imagined we needed (but have since proven to be very wise) about how and why homeowners can protect themselves when living in close proximity to tenants. Neil spent over an hour with us without pressure, and though we haven't retained his professional services yet, he will be our first choice when we move in that direction.

Neil was very considerate of my needs to find the perfect rental home. I contacted him well before…read moreI was ready to move. Later he called me about a wonderful home in an established quiet neighborhood and met me on the weekend to show the property. He was very transparent, ethical and social. He more than answered my questions about the home and even measured the rooms and sent room diagrams by email. He consistently provided good service and helped with the online application. I am excited to be moving into a nice house thanks to Neil's excellent professional experience.

Had a great time with my son. Perfect if you want to get outside, enjoy the scenery, and do some…read morereal trail riding on ATVs. Just know it's not an open riding park where you go get wild, no blasting music or beer-fest vibes. It's more about quiet trails and time together.

We had an amazing experience with @texasadventours and our fantastic tour guide/photographer,…read moreJoseph. ATV riding through the Texas Hill Country was on V's bucket list, and while it was a bit intimidating, it was an absolute blast! We chose the beginner trail, and it was the perfect level of challenge for us - a mix of climbs, downhill drops, and winding turns, all set against the stunning natural beauty of the area. We'd definitely love to return! Pro Tip: If you book with them, be sure to follow the instructions in their emails carefully, and give yourself plenty of time to arrive. Read everything! As long as you do that, you shouldn't run into any issues. 10/10 recommend!

I originally got in touch with Tracy about a year ago. She was recommended to me by a real estate…read moreinvestor. She showed me a couple homes, and then I decided it wasn't the right time for me to buy. Fast forward to today - my loan for my first house just funded. I'm so glad I went back to Tracy. She was patient, thorough, and organized from beginning to end. I didn't think I'd find everything I wanted in a house for the monthly payments I needed. But Tracy found a property that exceeded my expectations, and we jumped on the opportunity ASAP. Thanks to Tracy, my homebuying experience was stress-free. Actually, it was fun. I don't see any reason I won't continue to buy houses through Tracy as long as she's working as an agent. When I make recommendations, I take it seriously because they have my name stamped on them too. I have zero hesitation recommending the Torres Team.

On my home buying journey I've come across dozens of realtors, All of them being very eager to help…read moreme find and buy a home. A month crawled by and my search stopped when I finally decided to give Tracy a call. As a young adult I definitely had my doubts about the process, but Tracy possessed the faith and patience to help guide me through. Her knowledge and experience not only got me the house I wanted, but also made sure that it was in livable condition. Safe to say Ric and Tracy made a seemingly unenthusiastic process a very enjoyable one. I strongly recommend that if you're in Austin looking for a home you call them. It will be the best decision you make on your home buying journey.

We worked with JC Adams to purchase our first home and had a wonderful experience from start to…read morefinish. As first-time buyers, my husband and I went into this process cautiously, not knowing what to expect. JC made the entire process feel manageable and even enjoyable. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and always took the time to explain things clearly so we felt confident in every decision. JC was extremely responsive and kept us informed every step of the way, which gave us so much peace of mind during what can be a stressful process. JC is thoughtful and professional, he truly had our best interests at heart and went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. He had our backs and really helped us thoroughly examine every home option we considered. We're so grateful for his support and would highly recommend JC to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!

Relocating from the East Coast to Texas with a family is not simple, and Julie made the whole…read moreprocess feel manageable. We came in not knowing the areas, the differences between neighborhoods, or even what type of home made the most sense for us long term. Julie helped us break it all down in a way that was easy to understand. She was very knowledgeable about different neighborhoods, school districts, and what each area actually offers. That helped us narrow things down quickly without feeling like we were guessing. One of the biggest things she helped us with was understanding the pros and cons of new construction versus existing homes. She walked us through taxes, long term costs, and what to expect in each scenario, which gave us a lot more confidence in our decisions. She also did a great job balancing both my preferences and my wife's. That's not easy, but she stayed patient and helped us find common ground without ever pushing us. We also spent part of the process renting, and she supported us through that phase too, which we really appreciated. Overall, she's thoughtful, informed, and genuinely cares about helping you find the right fit. Highly recommend.