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Austin Schools
Eanes ISD vs Lake Travis ISD
Eanes ISD vs Lake Travis ISD for Austin home buyers: 2026 TEA ratings, campuses, enrollment, tax rates, transfers, coming changes and the neighborhoods each serves.
October 4, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: October 2–4, 2026
First Friday Art Trail fills HOPE Outdoor Gallery on Friday night, and Saturday starts with a Make-A-Wish fitness class at Fairmont Austin. Sunday brings a Porsche show at Mozart's Coffee Roasters and stand-up at the Velveeta Room.
October 1, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: September 25–27, 2026
Mrs. Doubtfire runs all weekend with Texas Performing Arts, and Braxton Keith plays Round Rock Amp on Friday night. Saturday brings Wags & Wellness at Girard Kinney Park and Brewtoberfest at The Brewtorium, with a Sunday cocktail master class at The Roosevelt Room.
September 24, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: April 10–12, 2026
Kites, music, and a home tour shaped this spring weekend. The issue included both a Stubb’s concert and an outdoor series at Mueller, with a Driftwood festival listed for Sunday.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: April 17–19, 2026
A community movie screening and TWICE’s concerts opened this April weekend. The Austin Flea and Two Step Inn filled out the original four-event roundup with shopping and country music.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: April 24–26, 2026
This April issue included padel, Georgetown’s Red Poppy Festival, and two Austin community celebrations. A dog-focused gathering at Hotel Van Zandt made Friday’s selection a particularly different kind of evening out.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: April 3–5, 2026
Easter weekend’s edition paired ballet and a bookstore crawl with a library event about reuse. It also carried a longer holiday section, covering family activities and brunch ideas across Austin.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: August 14–16, 2026
Concerts and soccer made this an event-heavy August weekend, with an art exhibition and a pottery workshop offering a change of pace. A racing fanfest also looked ahead to Lone Star Le Mans at COTA.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: August 21–23, 2026
The White Horse opened this edition with live music and dancing. The rest of the roundup paired larger performances with daytime outings, including water activities at Hill Country Galleria and a Sunday car gathering at PopStroke.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: August 28–30, 2026
This late-August issue moved from an audience-participation game show to pizza on South Congress. Model trains and coffee tastings filled out the weekend, with a stargazing selection at St. Elmo Springdale.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: August 7–9, 2026
Markets and creative work ran through this early-August issue, from Round Rock’s arts festival to a career-themed family day at UMLAUF. Comedy and classic films provided evening options, alongside two property previews in the original newsletter.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: July 10–12, 2026
An outdoor musical led this summer issue, with painting, museum programs, and a movie party rounding out the selections. The mix gave readers both evening entertainment and daytime activities indoors.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: July 17–19, 2026
This issue paired a musical and a clay workshop with vintage shopping and stargazing. Sunday’s World Cup final gave the roundup a shared viewing occasion, with several Austin venues named in the original guide.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: July 24–26, 2026
Theater and a night market opened this July roundup. The weekend also included family activities at Thinkery and Virginia L. Brown Recreation Center, followed by a music gathering centered on accessibility.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: July 3–5, 2026
The Independence Day issue included small creative gatherings as well as a holiday roundup. Sunday shifted toward a wellness event and a classic animated film, giving the weekend a quieter finish.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: July 31–August 2, 2026
The turn from July to August brought two music settings into view: a paddle on Lady Bird Lake and a rooftop series at Fairmont Austin. Pickle tasting, stained glass, and baseball gave the issue a varied set of weekend plans.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: June 19–21, 2026
Juneteenth led this edition, with the parade and celebration alongside a Friday concert. The weekend also brought a vintage market, Father’s Day ideas, and a solstice retreat.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: June 26–28, 2026
Independent cinema and an arena concert shared this June roundup with an early run and an evening paddle. Sunday’s cake exchange brought local bakers into the mix at Wanderlust Wine Co.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: June 5–7, 2026
Soccer and monster trucks shared this early-June issue with art and family activities. A Juneteenth program at Neill-Cochran House Museum connected the weekend’s selections with Austin history.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: March 6–8, 2026
Rodeo Austin’s Cowboy Breakfast opened the first supplied March issue. A candlelight concert, a farmers market, and a crawfish boil followed, with a Sunday flea market at Jester King extending the roundup into the Hill Country.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: May 1–3, 2026
May opened with an art market, a public-radio festival, and country music. The wine-auction selection added a Hill Country trip, while Sunday’s Sunshine Run connected a race morning with Austin Sunshine Camps.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: May 15–17, 2026
The Wiz and George Strait led this mid-May roundup. Vintage shopping and a Driftwood community festival offered daytime alternatives, with a margarita tasting competition also included on Sunday.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: May 22–24, 2026
Local art and making ran through this May issue, from Blue Genie’s market to drawing at Meanwhile Brewing. A farm market, road race, and Sunday concert filled out the weekend.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: May 29–31, 2026
Television, theater, and live music made this a performance-focused weekend. A ceramics pop-up and Austin Sol’s game added smaller shopping and sports options to the roundup.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: May 8–10, 2026
Mother’s Day weekend’s issue mixed a community film screening with markets and music. The Fredericksburg restaurant series extended the roundup into the Hill Country, while a separate guide gathered holiday ideas.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: September 11–13, 2026
A team relay, live music, and a makers market anchored this September issue. Sunday’s sculpture-garden activities offered a family outing, while House of Torment brought an early taste of the Halloween season.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: September 18–20, 2026
Pumpkin displays and a day on Lake Austin gave this edition two very different ways to spend the weekend outdoors. Museum visits and karaoke rounded out the selections, with an agave tasting at Distribution Hall for Friday night.
September 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: September 4–6, 2026
Labor Day weekend’s roundup ranged from country music at Radio/East to endurance racing at COTA. Restaurant Weeks brought a dining component, and the outdoor selections included bats at Congress Avenue and an evening at Barton Creek.
September 21, 2026
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Seller Guides
How to Sell a Luxury Home in Austin
How Keenan Group sells $2M+ Austin homes: pricing against the true luxury comp set, preparation, off-market vs MLS exposure, and negotiation. #1 ABoR team 2024.
July 22, 2026
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Quarterly Market Reports
Keenan Luxury Market Index: Methodology
How the Keenan Luxury Market Index is built: closed $2M-$10M single-family sales, median price per square foot, what it excludes, and how to cite it.
July 19, 2026
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Austin Luxury Market Report Q1 2026
Austin's luxury market ($2M-$10M) for Q1 2026 by the numbers - composite median $/sqft, the Keenan Luxury Market Index, price-tier declines and the one band that appreciated, and what each reading means for sellers. Built on Keenan Group's proprietary sold data.
July 14, 2026
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Housing Market July 2026
Austin housing market data for July 2026 - citywide median price $601,496, days on market, inventory, plus the $2M+ luxury tier per the Keenan Luxury Market Index.
July 4, 2026
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Accolades & Press
Keenan Group Featured in Compass Curated Magazine (2026)
Keenan Group is the only Austin team in Compass Curated Magazine, Spring/Summer 2026 - showcasing The Lantern, a $9,999,000 architectural landmark on Balcones Drive. From Austin's #1 ABoR team.
June 25, 2026
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How to Choose a Luxury Listing Agent in Austin: The Questions That Separate the Top 1%
A nine-question rubric for vetting a luxury listing agent in Austin: track record, off-market access, pricing candor, marketing, negotiation, and references.
June 17, 2026
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What a $3M+ Austin Seller Should Expect From Their Agent
At the $3M+ tier in Austin, your agent should bring data-backed pricing, off-market reach, qualified buyers, and discretion. Here is the standard.
June 17, 2026
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Austin Luxury Market Report Q2 2026
Austin's luxury market ($2M-$10M) for Q2 2026 by the numbers - composite median $/sqft, the Keenan Luxury Market Index, price-tier appreciation, and what each reading means for sellers. Built on Keenan Group's proprietary sold data.
June 14, 2026
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Success Stories
Through the Glass, Again: An Alan Taniguchi Landmark, Restored and Sold Off-Market
A 1980 Alan Taniguchi design in Cat Mountain Villas, restored by the Keenan Group and sold under contract before it ever reached the MLS. Joe and Cara Keenan tell the story.
June 13, 2026
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Hill Country Living
Texas Hill Country Luxury Resort Residences Guide
Compare Four Seasons Lake Austin, Amansanu, Canyon Ranch Austin, Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country, Miraval, and Lake Austin Spa Resort.
May 10, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Moving from the Bay Area to Austin (2026)
Bay Area to Austin relocation guide: Palo Alto, Mountain View, Menlo Park, and Marin to Westlake Hills, Tarrytown, and NW Hills. Schools, taxes, tech jobs, and neighborhood fit. Keenan Group, #1 Austin team.
May 7, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Moving from Los Angeles to Austin (2026)
LA to Austin relocation guide: Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Venice, and Silver Lake to Tarrytown, Pemberton Heights, Old Enfield, Zilker, and East Austin. Schools, taxes, lifestyle. Keenan Group.
May 7, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Moving from San Diego to Austin (2026)
San Diego and Orange County to Austin relocation guide: La Jolla, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Irvine, and Newport Beach to Lakeway, Bee Cave, Northwest Hills, and Circle C. Schools, taxes, lifestyle. Keenan Group.
May 7, 2026
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Real Estate Finance
Austin Luxury Price Per Square Foot: Why This Metric Misleads
Price per square foot is the most misused metric in Austin real estate. Here is why it fails for luxury homes, and what to use instead for pricing decisions.
May 3, 2026
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Seller Guides
How an Austin CMA Works: What Goes Into a Comp-Backed Pricing Analysis
How a CMA is built: comp selection, property adjustments, market timing, and luxury-specific analysis. What Austin sellers should expect from Keenan Group.
May 3, 2026
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Seller Guides
How Remodels Affect Austin Home Value: ROI by Project Type
Not every renovation adds value proportional to cost. Here is how specific remodel projects affect Austin luxury home pricing, and which upgrades matter most to buyers.
May 3, 2026
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Real Estate Finance
Austin Home Value vs Zestimate: Why Zillow Misses the Mark
Zillow's Zestimate uses national algorithms that miss Austin's luxury nuance. Here is where it fails, when it is useful, and what to use instead for pricing decisions.
May 3, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Austin Price Per Square Foot: What It Tells You and What It Hides
Price per square foot is the most cited and most misused metric in Austin real estate. Here is when it works, when it misleads, and how to use it correctly.
May 3, 2026
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Seller Guides
Austin Waterfront Home Valuation: What Makes It Different
Waterfront home valuation in Austin requires specialized analysis of dock permits, shoreline footage, water depth, and lake identity. Standard comps do not apply.
May 3, 2026
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Real Estate Finance
TCAD Market Value vs Home Value: What Austin Homeowners Need to Know
TCAD assessed value and market value are not the same thing. Here is where they diverge, when each matters, and how a CMA fills the gap for Austin sellers.
May 3, 2026
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Austin Living
Fun Things to Do in Austin 2026
Fun things to do in Austin 2026: trails, lake days, live music, BBQ, family picks, and neighborhood-based local guidance from Keenan Group.
April 20, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Austin vs Dallas for Homebuyers
Austin vs Dallas for homebuyers in 2026: housing budget, schools, taxes, commute, and lifestyle tradeoffs with Austin neighborhood context for serious buyers.
April 20, 2026
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Austin Living
Is Austin Safe? Local Answer
Is Austin safe in 2026? How to read Austin crime data, check a specific address with official sources, and plan for flood, heat and storm risk.
April 20, 2026
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Real Estate Finance
Texas Homestead Exemption 2026
Texas homestead exemption 2026: $140K school exemption, additional $60K for age-65 or disabled homeowners, filing steps, April 30 deadline, and Austin tax.
April 20, 2026
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Austin Luxury Market
Spanish Oaks: Membership & Homes
Spanish Oaks Golf Club membership costs, the HOA amenities every homeowner gets, home prices ($1.5M-$10M+), and how to weigh a home purchase against club admission.
April 7, 2026
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Quarterly Market Reports
Northwest Hills Market Update Q1 2026
Northwest Hills 78731 Q1 2026 market data: $1.08M median, 32 days on market, 97% sale-to-list. Buyer profiles, renovation ROI, and school updates from the #1.
April 7, 2026
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Buyer Guides
2026 Central Texas Property Tax Guide
Central Texas property tax protest guide 2026: $140K homestead exemption, May 15 protest deadline, Travis/Williamson/Hays contacts, DIY vs consultant. Keenan.
April 7, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Lake Austin Waterfront Buying Guide
Lake Austin waterfront homes: dock permitting (LCRA), water depth, shoreline types, flood insurance, price tiers by segment. 50+ waterfront transactions. #1.
April 7, 2026
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Austin Cost of Living 2026
Austin cost of living 2026 for upper-middle and luxury buyers: housing, taxes, schools, commute value, and ownership costs.
April 6, 2026
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Austin Living
Is Austin Safe? 2026 Guide
Is Austin Texas safe? Citywide crime data, how to check a specific address with official sources, and natural hazards like flooding, heat and cedar fever. #1 ABOR team.
April 6, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Rollingwood vs Barton Creek
Rollingwood vs Barton Creek 2026: Eanes ISD, tax rates, HOA structure, golf access, governance. By the Keenan Group.
April 3, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Rollingwood vs Westlake Hills 78746
Rollingwood vs West Lake Hills in 78746: price per foot, lots, Eanes ISD (all of West Lake Hills, most of Rollingwood), taxes, city services and daily life.
April 3, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Clarksville vs Tarrytown (2026)
Clarksville vs Tarrytown 2026: walkability, Lake Austin, lot sizes, schools, tax comparison in 78703. By the Keenan Group.
April 3, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Lake Travis Homes Guide 2026
Lake Travis homes for sale: Lakeway, Rough Hollow, Hudson Bend, Bee Cave. Prices, schools, boat access, water levels. From Austin's #1 team. Keenan Group.
April 3, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Barton Creek vs Spanish Oaks (2026)
Compare Barton Creek and Spanish Oaks, from golf and club membership to homes, schools, and the routines that matter when choosing where to live.
April 3, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Barton Creek Enclaves Guide
Explore how Barton Creek's gated enclaves differ by lifestyle, HOA, club access, and price so you can find the right fit. Request a private consultation.
April 2, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: March 27–29, 2026
MotoGP and Rodeo Austin gave this March issue two large weekend attractions. A wine tasting, an outdoor art market, and Ricardo Arjona’s concert rounded out the selections, while the property section looked ahead to April’s TRIBEZA home tour.
March 27, 2026
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Buyer Guides
California vs Texas
California vs Texas for homebuyers 2026: taxes, housing costs, lifestyle, schools compared. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 1,000+ transactions.
March 21, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Spanish Oaks Golf Club
The Bobby Weed course at Spanish Oaks Golf Club in Bee Cave: par 71, how it plays, its Texas rankings, caddies, the clubhouse and how the club fits the community.
March 21, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Tarrytown vs Westlake Hills
Tarrytown vs Westlake Hills in 2026: price per square foot, schools, lots, walkability, taxes, and daily life for Austin luxury buyers choosing between 78703 and 78746.
March 21, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Best Austin Suburbs 2026
Best Austin suburbs in 2026: compare Cedar Park, Round Rock, Dripping Springs, Lakeway, Leander, Georgetown, schools, commute, and lifestyle fit.
March 21, 2026
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Austin Housing Market March 2026
Austin housing market update for March 2026: median prices, inventory levels, days on market, luxury segment trends, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
March 21, 2026
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Real Estate Finance
Austin Property Tax Rates 2026: Districts, Exemptions, and Costs
Austin property tax rates 2026: practical district ranges, 2026 homestead rules, protest timing, and how buyers should model real tax cost by neighborhood.
March 21, 2026
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Buyer Guides
San Antonio vs Austin (2026)
San Antonio vs Austin 2026: cost of living, jobs, neighborhoods, lifestyle compared. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 25+ years Austin expertise.
March 21, 2026
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: March 20–22, 2026
This March roundup favored smaller, hands-on outings. A community movie opened the weekend, followed by market browsing, a cocktail class, LEGO activities, and an introduction to the pottery wheel.
March 20, 2026
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Northwest Hills View Lots
A prioritized checklist for evaluating Hill Country view lots in Northwest Hills - covering slope, sunlight, trees, noise, drainage, and future obstruction.
March 5, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Tarrytown vs Bryker Woods 78703
Tarrytown vs Bryker Woods in 78703: compare walkability, schools, lot size, Lake Austin access, pricing signals, and daily lifestyle.
February 19, 2026
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Luxury Market Update: February 2026
Austin's $3M+ market opened 2026 with 340 active listings and 110 average days on market. What that means for luxury buyers and sellers now.
February 15, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Lake Austin vs Lake Travis
Lake Austin vs Lake Travis: water levels, dock rules, boating, commutes, schools, short-term rental rules, and what waterfront buyers should verify on each lake.
February 5, 2026
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Luxury Market 2026
Austin's $1M+ market generated $6.79B in 2025 sales. What Opportunity Austin, corporate recruitment, and central ZIP code data mean for luxury buyers and.
January 20, 2026
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Buyer Guides
Tarrytown Lot vs. House Value
A practical framework for separating land value from structure value in Tarrytown 78703, including financial models for the renovate-vs-teardown decision.
January 15, 2026
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Compass Programs
Compass Concierge: 10 Best ROI Uses
From curb appeal to kitchen refreshes, Compass Concierge funds pre-sale improvements with no upfront costs. Here are the 10 highest-ROI uses for Austin sellers.
January 15, 2026
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Market Report: December 2025
Austin real estate December 2025: 709 sales, $584,900 median, 3.18 months supply. What year-end data means for 2026 buyers and sellers.
January 8, 2026
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Greenbelt Lots in Barton Creek: What to Know
Everything you need to know before buying a greenbelt lot in Barton Creek - from ownership types and drainage risks to HOA rules, wildfire exposure, and due.
January 1, 2026
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Austin Schools
Austin Private Schools Guide (2026)
From St. Andrew's to St. Stephen's, explore Austin's top private schools - admissions, tuition, and which neighborhoods offer the best access.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Schools
Eanes ISD: Schools, Homes, Boundaries
Eanes ISD guide for Austin home buyers, including Westlake High, elementary zones, boundaries, and the Westlake Hills and Rollingwood housing premium.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Living
Austin Outdoor Activities Guide
300+ parks, 200+ miles of trails, year-round outdoor living. Austin outdoor activities guide with neighborhood access rankings from the #1 ABOR team.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Living
Austin Country Club: History, Course and Membership
Austin Country Club since 1899: Harvey Penick's club, Pete Dye's course on Lake Austin by Pennybacker Bridge, and how membership works.
December 22, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Keenan Group Story: Austin Native
Cara Keenan grew up in Austin. Joe arrived in 1999 from the Air Force Academy. Together they built Austin's #1 real estate team. Here's the real story.
December 22, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Moving to Austin from Denver
Growing numbers of Denver buyers are choosing Austin for career diversity and affordable luxury. Complete guide to trading Rocky Mountain views for Hill.
December 22, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Salt Lake City to Austin 2025 Guide
713 families relocate from Salt Lake City to Austin yearly. Compare housing costs, lifestyle shifts, neighborhoods, and guidance from Austin's #1 team.
December 22, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Moving to Austin from DC
247 families annually escape DC for Austin's lower costs and higher quality of life. Complete guide to trading the Beltway for the Live Music Capital -.
December 22, 2025
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Seller Guides
Selling Your Austin Luxury Home
How to sell a luxury home in Austin. Pre-listing prep, pricing strategy, staging ROI, Compass marketing. From Austin's #1 team - $1B+ in career sales.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Living
Austin Arts & Culture Guide
From world-class museums to live music every night, discover Austin's thriving arts and culture scene - essential knowledge for luxury homeowners.
December 22, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Fed Rate Housing Impact
Understanding the relationship between Federal Reserve interest rate decisions and Austin mortgage rates, and what it means for your home purchase.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Luxury Market
Austin Investment Property Guide
Data-driven analysis of Austin investment opportunities in the luxury segment. Cap rates, appreciation forecasts, ADU opportunities, and portfolio strategies.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Schools
Austin ISD Best Schools
Navigate Austin ISD's diverse school landscape - from LASA to Casis Elementary, discover the standout options in Austin's largest school district.
December 22, 2025
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Real Estate Finance
Austin Jumbo Mortgage Guide
Navigate jumbo loan options for Austin luxury properties - from loan limits to lender requirements, everything you need to know about high-value financing.
December 22, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Luxury Condo Market Guide
Complete guide to Austin's luxury condo market. Building comparisons, HOA analysis, investment considerations, and lifestyle factors for downtown and urban.
December 22, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Austin Neighborhoods Nobody Talks About
Keenan Group reveals underrated Austin neighborhoods that offer exceptional value, great communities, and potential for appreciation.
December 22, 2025
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Design Trends
Austin Pool Design Guide
Plan an Austin pool around your property and daily use, compare written bids, and weigh maintenance and resale questions without assuming a fixed return.
December 22, 2025
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Hill Country Living
Dripping Springs Guide 2026
Discover Dripping Springs - Austin's gateway to Hill Country living with wineries, ranches, and small-town charm just 25 minutes from downtown.
December 22, 2025
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Texas Hill Country Wine Estates 2026
From Fredericksburg to Dripping Springs, explore the opportunity to own your own Hill Country wine estate or live among Texas's growing wine country.
December 22, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Austin Luxury Market Insider
After 1,000+ Austin luxury transactions, the Keenan Group shares insights on what truly defines luxury in the Austin market and how it differs from other.
December 22, 2025
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Hill Country Living
Spicewood & Bee Cave Guide 2026
Explore Spicewood and Bee Cave - the Hill Country gateway communities offering lake access, top schools, and proximity to both Austin and wine country.
December 22, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Luxury Market Forecast 2026
Expert analysis of Austin's $1M+ luxury market heading into 2026. Inventory trends, price forecasts, neighborhood hotspots, and strategic timing for luxury.
December 22, 2025
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Real Estate Finance
Austin 1031 Exchange Guide (Updated 2026)
Maximize your investment returns with 1031 exchanges - understand the rules, timelines, and strategies for deferring capital gains in Austin real estate.
December 22, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Rent vs. Buy Analysis (Updated 2026)
Current Austin rental market conditions compared to buying, including break-even analysis and factors to consider for your decision.
December 22, 2025
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Austin School Boundaries Guide (Updated 2026)
Austin school attendance zones explained: how to verify boundaries by address, understand transfers, and avoid costly mistakes when buying a home.
December 22, 2025
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Real Estate Finance
Austin Home Equity Options 2026
Understand your home equity options in Austin - from HELOCs to cash-out refinancing, explore ways to access your property's value.
December 22, 2025
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Seller Guides
Pricing Your Austin Luxury Home 2026
Expert pricing strategies for Austin's luxury market. Comparative analysis methods, pricing psychology, market timing, and common mistakes that cost sellers.
December 22, 2025
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Seller Guides
Austin Seller Disclosure Guide 2026
Austin seller disclosure guide 2026: what Texas law requires, common pitfalls, foundation and flood risks. By the Keenan Group.
December 22, 2025
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Seller Guides
Austin Pre-Listing Inspection Guide 2026
Why smart Austin sellers get inspections before listing. Common issues, repair vs. disclose decisions, inspector recommendations, and negotiation strategies.
December 22, 2025
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Seller Guides
Austin Home Staging ROI Guide (2026)
Austin home staging ROI 2026: room-by-room cost and return data, Compass Concierge option. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Living
Best Restaurants in Austin 2026: Local Picks
Best restaurants in Austin for 2026: Michelin-recognized dining, BBQ, neighborhood favorites, and where food access shapes lifestyle.
December 22, 2025
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Design Trends
Austin Luxury Home Design Trends
From Hill Country modern to indoor-outdoor living, discover the design trends shaping Austin's luxury home market and influencing buyer decisions.
December 22, 2025
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Design Trends
Austin Native Landscaping Guide
From xeriscape to native gardens, explore sustainable landscaping for Austin homes - saving water while creating beautiful outdoor spaces.
December 22, 2025
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Design Trends
Austin Outdoor Kitchen Guide
From basic grills to full chef's kitchens, explore outdoor kitchen design for Austin's climate - materials, features, and budget considerations.
December 22, 2025
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Design Trends
Austin Smart Home Guide
From lighting control to security systems, explore the smart home features that luxury buyers expect - and which investments make sense.
December 22, 2025
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Lake Travis ISD Guide for Families
Lake Travis ISD 2026: TEA A-rated, 12K students, Lakeway to Bee Cave. Campus ratings, home prices by community, LTISD vs Eanes comparison.
December 22, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Moving to Austin from Seattle
What Seattle buyers should know about Austin tech careers, neighborhoods, cost of living, and the lifestyle trade-offs behind the move south.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Living
Austin Family Entertainment Guide
300+ parks, 40+ museums, year-round outdoor activities. Austin family entertainment guide from the #1 ABOR team with 1,000+ transactions helping clients.
December 22, 2025
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Real Estate Finance
Austin Investment Property Finance Guide
Explore financing options for Austin investment properties - from DSCR loans to portfolio lending, understand how to fund your real estate investments.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Luxury Market
Austin Luxury Waterfront Guide
Compare Austin waterfront homes by access, property condition, dock records, ownership costs, and daily routines before narrowing your search.
December 22, 2025
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Austin Luxury Market
Austin New Construction Luxury Guide
Compare Austin luxury builders by tier, timeline and price - from production homes at $800K to custom estates above $4M - with current spec inventory and negotiation context.
December 22, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin New Developments 2025
New home communities, master-planned developments, and major construction projects shaping Austin's housing landscape in 2025.
December 22, 2025
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Seasonal
Austin Holiday Season Real Estate
Complete guide to navigating Austin real estate during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's with timing strategies and practical tips.
December 22, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Real Estate Market Update
Current Austin housing market conditions including inventory levels, price trends, and what buyers and sellers should expect heading into 2025.
December 22, 2025
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Summer Real Estate in Austin
Navigate Austin's summer housing market with strategies for buying and selling during the hottest months, including timing and showing tips.
December 22, 2025
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Accolades & Press
Austin Tech Layoffs and the Housing Market
Analyzing how tech industry changes affect Austin real estate, what the data actually shows, and why context matters.
December 22, 2025
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Fall Real Estate in Austin
Why fall may be the best time to buy or sell in Austin with less competition, motivated sellers, and beautiful weather for showings.
December 22, 2025
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Hill Country Living
Buying Hill Country Ranch Property 2026
Everything you need to know about purchasing ranch property in the Texas Hill Country - from water rights to wildlife exemptions, avoid costly mistakes.
December 22, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
25 Years of Austin Lessons
Keenan Group shares hard-won wisdom from 25+ years and $1B+ in Austin real estate transactions - what works, what doesn't, and what we'd do differently.
December 22, 2025
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Seasonal
Spring 2025 Austin Home Buying Season
Preparing for Austin's busiest real estate season with timing strategies, market expectations, and expert preparation tips.
December 22, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
What We Tell Friends About Austin
Honest, unfiltered advice the Keenan Group shares with friends and family about buying and selling in Austin - no sales pitch, just truth.
December 22, 2025
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Hill Country Living
Wimberley Guide 2026
Explore Wimberley - the artsy Hill Country town known for galleries, Blue Hole, and a creative community atmosphere just 45 minutes from Austin.
December 22, 2025
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Winter Home Buying in Austin
Why Austin's mild winter creates unique opportunities for home buyers including less competition, motivated sellers, and better deals.
December 22, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Scout's 2025 Year-End Recap
Scout the Keenan Group mascot looks back on 2025 - pool days, adventures, and plenty of napping as we head into the new year.
December 19, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Austin Option Period Explained
How the Texas option period works in Northwest Hills 78731 - typical terms, inspection priorities, offer profiles, and a 5-day calendar to protect your.
December 18, 2025
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Real Estate Finance
Capital Gains Tax on Austin Home Sales 2026
Section 121 exclusion, 1031 exchange strategies, cost basis documentation, and timing optimization for Austin luxury home sellers. Zero state income tax advantage explained.
December 15, 2025
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Tarrytown Architecture 101
How to identify Tudor Revival, Craftsman, mid-century modern, and contemporary homes in Tarrytown - plus inspection priorities and renovation potential for.
December 4, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
NW Hills Market Update Q4 2025
Northwest Hills 78731 Q4 2025: median price, days on market, sale-to-list ratio, and what Q1 2026 signals for buyers and sellers.
December 1, 2025
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Lake Austin Water Level Guide
How Lake Austin's relatively steady water level shapes dock design, boating access, shoreline maintenance, permitting, and long-term property value for.
November 21, 2025
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Your Ultimate Guide to Northwest Hills
Northwest Hills & Westover Hills Austin business directory: restaurants, shops, schools, services in 78731/78759. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Real Estate Market around Austin
Austin real estate market overview: sub-markets, price trends, neighborhood comparisons across the metro. By Joe Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 25+ years.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
First-Time Buyer Guide: Allandale
First-time homebuyer guide for Allandale Austin: pricing, neighborhood character, schools, lifestyle. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Housing Market Report January 2023
Austin housing market report January 2023: inventory recovery, pricing adjustments, buyer opportunity. By Joe Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Austin Housing Market Report March 2023
Austin housing market report March 2023: pricing trends, inventory shifts, buyer strategies. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
How to Qualify for a Home Loan
How to qualify for a home loan in Austin 2026: credit, income, down payment requirements. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 1,000+ transactions.
July 23, 2025
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Seller Guides
Selling Your Brentwood Home
Guide to selling your home in Brentwood Austin: pricing, staging, marketing strategies from Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 25+ years Austin expertise.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Northwest Hills Austin
Northwest Hills Austin homebuying guide: pricing, schools, neighborhoods, what to know before buying in 78731. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Weekender
The Austin Weekender: October 24–26, 2025
Fall activities led this October issue, from a Driftwood festival to a floating movie. Music at Mueller Lake Park, a rescue-animal fundraiser, and a home tour completed the original selections.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Choosing an Austin Neighborhood
What to look for when choosing an Austin neighborhood: schools, parks, commute, and how to check official crime data. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 25+ years.
July 23, 2025
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Seller Guides
When to Switch Realtors
8 signs you need a new realtor to sell your Brentwood home: communication, marketing, pricing red flags. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Seller Guides
Sell Your Crestview Home for More
How to get the best offers when selling your Crestview Austin home: staging, pricing, upgrades that matter. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Top 8 Pitfalls to Avoid
The eight mistakes that cost Austin sellers the most time and money - overpricing, poor staging, bad photos, limited showings and more. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Seller Guides
6 Reasons Why a Pre-Inspection is Worth it
Pre-listing inspection guide for Austin sellers 2026: foundation, plumbing, electrical, and roofing concerns specific to Central Texas homes.
July 23, 2025
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Seller Guides
Austin Luxury Home Staging
Austin luxury home staging: 10 strategies that drive faster sales in 2026. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | $1B+ career sales | 1,000+ transactions.
July 23, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Central Texas Flood Relief
Central Texas flood relief resources 2025: verified organizations, donation links, volunteer opportunities, and pro-bono housing help from #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Hill Country Living
NW Hills Hiking Trails Austin 2026
10 best hiking trails near Northwest Hills Austin (78731): Bull Creek, Mount Bonnell, Barton Creek Greenbelt. Trail maps, parking, tips from #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Luxury Home Non-Negotiables Guide
How to determine your non-negotiables when buying Austin luxury real estate: location, features, lifestyle. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | $1B+.
July 23, 2025
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2024 December 4 - Deal of the Week
Austin deal of the week Dec 4, 2024: standout listings in Northwest Hills, Westover Hills, Highland Park. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
2024 May 22 - Deal of the Week
Austin deal of the week May 22, 2024: standout listings in Northwest Hills, Westover Hills, and surrounding neighborhoods. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team.
July 23, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
2024 October 28 - Deal of the Week
Austin deal of the week Oct 28, 2024: standout listings in Northwest Hills, Westover Hills, Balcones Park. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Crestview Open House Tips
6 ways to have a successful open house in Crestview Austin: staging, pricing, timing, marketing. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Seasonal
Austin Area's Best 4th of July Events 2023
Austin's best 4th of July events: parades, fireworks, live music, family fun across the metro. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Austin Living
Austin's Michelin Star BBQ & Restaurants - The Full 2026 Guide
Franklin, la Barbecue, Hestia, Olamaie - every Michelin-starred restaurant and top BBQ spot in Austin ranked for 2026. Plus 15 Bib Gourmands most guides miss.
July 23, 2025
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Seasonal
The Austin Weekender: May 30–June 1, 2025
Television, live music, and an outdoor dinosaur exhibition shared this weekend’s selections. Yoga at The Bell District and Blue Genie’s May Market offered daytime options.
July 23, 2025
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Austin Living
NW Hills Family Play Guide
Best places to play in Northwest Hills Austin: parks, playgrounds, pools, trails for residents of 78731. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Buying Your First Home Solo
Buying your first home solo in Austin: financing, budgeting, and what single buyers need to know. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
First Time Homebuyer in Austin Texas?
First-time homebuyer guide for Austin Texas 2026: financing, neighborhoods, what to expect. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024 | 1,000+ transactions.
July 23, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Austin Mother's Day Guide 2025
Keenan Group moms share their ideal Austin day: favorite parks, restaurants, activities by neighborhood. By Austin's #1 real estate team (ABOR 2024).
July 23, 2025
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Memorial Day Weekend Austin 2025
Memorial Day weekend Austin 2025: 7 must-do events including Hot Luck Festival, Barton Springs, live music. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Quarterly Market Reports
Northwest Hills Austin Real Estate
Northwest Hills Austin real estate market report April 2025: median prices, inventory, days on market, luxury trends in 78731. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR.
July 23, 2025
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Accolades & Press
Platinum Top 500 Agents #Again
Keenan Group earns Platinum Top 500 recognition again: verified top-producing Austin real estate team. #1 ABOR Team 2024 | $1B+ career sales.
July 23, 2025
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Seasonal
School's Out for the Summer!
Austin summer activities for families 2026: Barton Springs, bat watching, Blues on the Green, Lady Bird Lake, museums. By the Keenan Group, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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Seasonal
The Austin Weekender: July 11–13, 2025
A candle-making workshop opened this July issue. Saturday paired a Round Rock market with Austin FC, and Sunday brought art activities at UMLAUF followed by The Marías.
July 23, 2025
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Seasonal
The Austin Weekender: May 16–18, 2025
Art markets led this May roundup, with a charity walk, Austin FC, and an AAPI Heritage Month market at Meanwhile Brewing.
July 23, 2025
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Seasonal
Things to do in April in Austin
Things to do in April in Austin: ABC Kite Fest, wildflowers, live music, food festivals, family activities. By Joe & Cara Keenan, #1 ABOR Team 2024.
July 23, 2025
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NW Hills Restaurants Guide 2026
Top restaurants in Northwest Hills & Westover Hills Austin 2026: local favorites, family dining, date night in 78731. By the Keenan Group.
July 23, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Austin First-Time Homebuyer Guide (Updated 2026)
First-time home buyer guide for Austin 2026. Down payment programs, neighborhoods under $500K, offer strategies. From Keenan Group - 1,000+ transactions.
January 15, 2025
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Moving to Austin from California (2026)
Moving from California to Austin? Compare Bay Area, LA, Orange County, and San Diego lifestyles to Austin neighborhoods, schools, taxes, and housing costs. By the Keenan Group, #1 Austin team.
January 15, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Moving to Austin from New York (2026)
Moving to Austin from New York in 2026: housing, taxes, schools, neighborhoods, commute tradeoffs, and how NYC buyers should compare Austin.
January 15, 2025
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Neighborhood Spotlights
Austin Neighborhoods: Honest Guide
Best Austin neighborhoods ranked by someone who has sold 1,000+ homes here. Westlake, Tarrytown, NW Hills, East Austin - honest take on each. Keenan Group.
January 15, 2025
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Moving to Austin from Chicago
Chicago to Austin moves represent a dramatic lifestyle transformation - from harsh winters to mild year-round weather, from dense urban living to spacious.
January 15, 2025
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Moving to Austin from Dallas
Dallas to Austin moves represent a shift within Texas culture - from corporate headquarters to creative capital. Keenan Group's insider guide to trading.
January 15, 2025
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Buyer Guides
Moving to Austin from Houston (2026)
Moving from Houston to Austin. What the commute, schools, and neighborhoods look like compared to Houston. Real costs and trade-offs. Keenan Group.
January 15, 2025
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The Keenan Editorial
Austin's Best BBQ Ranked
Austin's top BBQ joints ranked by brisket, ribs, sausage, sides, and overall experience. 25 years of eating our way through Austin. Plus how BBQ drives.
January 15, 2025
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