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Lead Paint Inspection in Austin: Costs, XRF Testing & Rental Rules

Own an Austin rental built before 1978? Here’s what a lead paint inspection costs, how XRF testing works, what your ...

The Make-Ready Process: How to Get Your Austin Rental Ready for a Tenant

The make-ready process gets a rental clean, safe and legal before the next tenant moves in. Here’s the checklist we ...

Junk Removal in Austin: 9 Companies That Will Empty Your Home

Need furniture, junk or a whole house cleared out in Austin? We compare 9 local junk removal and cleanout companies, ...

How Much Do Property Managers Charge in Austin? (2026 Fee Guide)

The published Austin plans we reviewed charge 7% to 10% of rent, or a flat $119 to $349 a month, ...

Pests in a Rental Property: Free Response Checklist + What Texas Landlords Should Do

A pest report raises more than one question for rental owners. Learn how Texas landlord and tenant responsibilities work, what ...

How to Break a Lease in Texas: Legal Grounds, Notice Rules, and What It Really Costs

Texas gives tenants several ways to end a lease early without owing future rent, from military orders to unrepaired safety ...

Rental Property Fire: A Landlord’s Guide to What Happens Next

A rental property fire is one of the few events that can take a performing investment offline overnight. At 1836 ...

10 Affordable Austin Suburbs With Real Estate Potential in 2026

Austin's median sits near $595,000, but suburbs like Lockhart, Jarrell, and Kyle start closer to $290,000. Here's what each one ...

Texas Security Deposit Laws: Deadlines, Deductions, and Penalties for Landlords

Texas puts no cap on security deposits but sets a strict 30 day refund clock. Learn what landlords can deduct, ...

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