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Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop

This pie shop was founded in the owner’s grandmother’s kitchen, so it's sure to be great! Scott and Meredith Layton entered the bakery business with The Cupcakery in 2007 as a licensed location of Meredith’s sister’s shop. It didn’t take long for them to realize that they loved the baking industry and the freedom of owning their own business. They honor their family recipes and traditional baking methods with great pride.

Bird Bakery

Founded by Elizabeth Chambers in 2012, Bird Bakery prides itself on its confections being baked fresh every day with the finest ingredients. In addition to various delectable desserts, they have in-house mini pies with flavors such as honey cheesecake, spiced buttermilk, chocolate pecan, and so…

You’ve cleaned up the house and made the minor repairs necessary to put your home on the market, but you still haven’t received any bids on your home. What gives? It’s common to ask why your home is not selling and feel frustrated when you see other homes in the area going quickly while yours sits quietly.

You love your home and all of its quirks, so sometimes it’s hard to understand why buyers are hesitant to jump on the deal. If you’re scratching your head wondering why your home isn’t receiving the multiple offers it deserves, we’ve got answers. 

1. Your Home Isn’t Priced Correctly
When we asked our Realty Austin agents to share their experiences and insights on why a home is not selling quickly, overpricing the listing was the number one answer.

“It’s…

10th Annual World Heritage Festival

September 3 - 7

Celebrate culture, history, and community at the 10th Annual World Heritage Festival, taking place September 3 to 7, 2025, in San Antonio. Hosted by the City of San Antonio’s World Heritage Office, this multi-day event honors the city's UNESCO-designated Missions through music, food, art, and family-friendly activities. One of the highlights is the Tour de Las Misiones, a unique bike ride, walk, and run through scenic trails and historic sites.

S.A. Enchiladas Festival 2025

September 6

Get ready for a flavorful celebration at the 5th Annual S.A. Enchiladas Festival on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 7701 FM 1346, China Grove, TX, just outside of Loop 410. This festive event…

Realty Austin, the #1 independent real estate brokerage in Austin, is proud to announce Yvette Flores is an Honoree of the Austin Business Journal’s 2021 Profiles in Power & Women of Influence in Central Texas.  

"What an honor it is to share this space with such amazing nominees from so many leading Austin area businesses," says Yvette. "Central Texas has an abundance of talent in our vibrant, thriving community that deserves to be showcased. I love what I do and love to see women empowering women to be their best selves.”

Yvette puts this principle into practice in her everyday life. She prioritizes giving back to the community in a big way and serves on the Board of Directors of Austin Habitat for Humanity and Foundation Communities.  Not only…

Yoga offers incredible benefits and has become wildly popular in Austin over the past several years. There are so many yoga studios around town, where you can practice with other yogis in a safe, calming environment.

If you’re new to yoga and don’t know where to start, yin yoga is relatively slow, steady, and can be considered less intensive than a style like hot yoga. Vinyasa yoga is an excellent exercise for athletes since it improves balance, strength, and flexibility. Prenatal yoga is perfect for expecting mothers because it helps expand your breath and improve flexibility through pelvic floor movements. Other styles of yoga include Bikram (or hot yoga), Kundalini, restorative, and Hatha. It’s important to choose the style of yoga that suits your…

The Austin housing market is hot, so now is the time to sell your home if you are looking to maximize a profit and invest your finances elsewhere. But before you put the for sale sign in your front yard, it's important to be aware of what the Texas capital gains tax means for you and your home. 

WHAT ARE CAPITAL GAINS TAXES?

When you buy anything of value—such as stocks, cars, homes, or one-of-a-kind artwork—you might be subject to a long-term capital gains tax when it comes time to sell that high price tag item if the value has increased. If you bought a painting for $100,000 and later sold it for $150,000, that $50,000 profit is taxable. 

If you own an item for a short amount of time when you sell it, you may have to pay short-term capital gains,…

Compared to July 2020, home sales in the San Antonio area decreased slightly from 4,285 to 3,885 with pending sales at 3,249 pending sales and new listings at 4,859. Home sale prices in July averaged $353,811 with a median price of $298,400.

According to the San Antonio Board of Realtors, the decrease in sales does not mean that the market is slowing down any time soon. Traditionally, late summer is a slower time to sell—and SABOR found that this data held true this year for other counties in the Central Texas area such as Bexar, Harris, Travis, and Dallas.

If you’re a seller, this slight dip does not signify a permanent cooldown—now is still the ideal time to put your home on the market. Use our estimator tool to see what your home is worth.

Whether…

Kids have seemingly endless energy, and one of the best ways for them to get that energy out is to run, jump, and climb around one of San Antonio’s best playgrounds around the city.

San Antonio has so many great parks for the whole family to enjoy and explore in every part of the city. From playgrounds with innovative architecture to options that have also incorporated splash pads to cool off, the options are endless! Here are some of our favorites all around the city:

Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair Park - 434 S. Alamo St.

Since being remodeled in 2015, Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair Park has become one of the most popular parks in San Antonio.

Located in the heart of downtown, you get a spectacular view of the Tower of the Americas while enjoying…

Kids have a lot of energy, and the best way to help them spend it is to visit the best playgrounds in Austin. Luckily, there are plenty of amazing playgrounds and parks right here in the city, perfect for taking your kids or niblings when they need some outside time. Not only can getting outside help keep you and the kids active, but it’s also a great mood booster and a relaxing way to manage stress. Make sure to find some time to explore the great outdoors today and visit the best playgrounds in Austin.

Butler Metro Park

With sweeping views of downtown Austin from the riverside, Butler Metro Park is a great place to bring the kids on a Saturday afternoon. The brand new Alliance Children's Garden is an unparalleled wild adventure. Boasting what looks…