Electric Shuffle

Electric Shuffle redefines the brunch experience with its vibrant atmosphere and interactive shuffleboard games. This unique spot combines the joy of friendly competition with a delectable brunch menu featuring dishes like avocado toast or bacon jam pizza. The venue's industrial-chic design, with neon lights and upbeat music, creates a lively environment perfect for groups looking to add fun to their weekend brunch.

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery, is a brunch haven known for its innovative and indulgent offerings. The menu boasts creative dishes like pineapple upside-down pancakes and a variety of eggs benedict, each crafted with care and bursting with flavor. The eatery's retro-inspired decor, vibrant colors, and…

Foundation Communities brings awareness and solutions to Austin’s affordable housing crisis. Since opening its doors in 1990, the local nonprofit has helped over 6,000 families and individuals find a home and a better quality of life within its 23 affordable housing communities. Over the past 25 years, Executive Director, Walter Moreau has secured subsidy financing of more than $200 million to create more than 3,500 units of service-enriched, nonprofit-owned affordable housing. 

Listen in as Yvette Flores, Co-owner of Realty Austin and Foundation Communities Board member discusses with Walter Moreau his passion for affordable housing in Austin and how we can come together to break the stigmas around affordable housing and uplift our community.

Davenport

Davenport is a beautiful community located south of Lake Austin, north of West Lake Hills, and east of Loop 360. Its close proximity to Lake Austin and the Texas Hill Country has provided Davenport Ranch residents with entertaining water activities for the whole family and relaxing scenic views perfect for a Sunday drive. Not to mention, being just east of Loop 360 makes the commute to Downtown Austin less than 20 minutes.
 

Many of the original homes are being updated to meet the needs of today’s buyers who love Davenport for its convenient location and affordability. The students that reside here attend the acclaimed Eanes School District, which has been named one of the best in the state. Outside of school or work, this community…

Why Protest Property Taxes?

Did you know that 30-60% of taxable property is over-assessed, and less than 30% of all taxpayers challenge their tax assessment? Protesting your Austin property tax is a great way to help keep your property tax low each year, as Texas has the nation's 7th highest property tax rate. You should make it a yearly effort to protest your property value taxes because engaging in property tax protest could save you several hundred to several thousand dollars over time.

Here’s a tip: You won’t be notified unless your appraisal value has gone up by more than $1,000, so it is a good habit to protest every year to help combat any increase.

Why Is Tax-assessed Value Different Than Market Value?

The tax-assessed value is what your…

The kitchen is the most used and important space in a home. It's where families cook, entertain, do homework, play games and more! That's why kitchens should be designed as multifunctional spaces. Because it's the most used space in the home, it's important to create a beautifully designed space that will withstand the test of time. From cabinets, backsplashes, lighting, and counters, it can be challenging to design. That's why we created a list of the top 10 design trends for kitchens to make your kitchen renovation a little less stressful!

List of Top 10 Kitchen Trends:

• Dark Countertops
• Double Islands
• Eco-Friendly Kitchen Cabinets
• Fun Light Fixtures
• Open Shelving
• Retro Appliances
• Slab Backsplash
• Steel Range Hoods
• Unique Hardware
• …

Don't let gym closures and social distancing get in the way of your workout routine! Not sure where to begin? Check out our list of free online classes, live stream videos, and tips to help get you started on your fitness journey at home!

305 Fitness

305 is more than an addictive 55-minute cardio dance party. It’s a safe space where you can release your inhibitions while getting stronger and happier. In an industry obsessed with scales and calories, they are all about working hard while loving and appreciating our bodies exactly the way they are. With their complimentary 305 digital membership, you get access to live-streamed workouts twice a day, fire DJ mixes, and access to expert-led workshops on healing, self-care and career, daily meditations,…

AUSTIN, TX - The challenge of brightening up a dark room is a common design hurdle for most homeowners. The good news is, bringing light into your space can be done without major renovations. Check out these 7 tips to help you turn your home interiors from dark and drabby to light and inviting.

1. Add Bright Artwork to the Walls

Adding vibrant art to the room instantly brightens up your space with pops of color against a dark or neutral wall.

2. Opt for Light Wood Flooring

If you are looking to take more drastic measures to brighten your space, consider installing light wood flooring to brighten a room and mask scratches in high traffic areas. 

3. Add a Colorful Rug

Large, colorful area rugs can help define your space and add a bright…

The Texas summer temperatures can be unbearable, and we understand the importance of beating the heat, so we compiled this list of water parks in Central Texas that will keep you cool. If you are interested in more ways to stay cool this summer, check out the best swimming holes, summer water activities, and where to rent paddleboards in Austin. Plus, we have fun indoor activities to do when you can’t bear the heat outside.

Waterparks Near Austin:

• BSR Cable Park
• Next Level Ride
• NLand Surf Park
• Pease Splash Park
• Quest ATX
• Rock ‘N River Waterpark
• Schlitterbahn Waterparks & Resorts
• SeaWorld’s Aquatica
• Summer Fun Waterpark
• Typhoon Texas
• Volente Beach Waterpark
• Waterloo Adventures

BSR Cable Park

5347 Old Mexia Rd, Waco, TX…

• Fun With Frida - June 29- July 3 (Virtual)
• Austin, TX
• Mexican artist Frida Kahlo lived a colorful and interesting life that had a great impact on her artwork. Study Frida's paintings, especially her self-portraits, as inspiration for your own artwork. Use a variety of materials to create works that express personal and unique life experiences. Draw a self-portrait, paint a scene from a special memory, make a crazy collage, and construct a 3-D project!

• Best Friends & Belly Laughs COMMUNITY IMPROV - July 1 (Virtual)
• Austin, TX
• BFBL Improv is a space curated to help you let loose, have fun, and laugh without limitation in a friendly, engaging, and high-energy environment! This improv meetup is perfect for the beginner, all the way up…