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06/13/2026
If anyone thinks real estate is boring, they haven’t been to events like this.
We got to join the Building Owners and Managers Association Austin Scavenger Hunt at Fareground Austin last week!
Karina, Dolores and the rest of the Orange Team had such a great time. We even took home second place! 🥈
Big thanks to Building Owners and Managers Association Austin for bringing our industry peers together for this fun event.
And thanks to everyone that made the afternoon one to remember!
Which part of the scavenger hunt did you enjoy the most?
Looking for a dedicated property management partner to provide full-service real estate investment management to your clients? Look no further! We're just a phone call away: 512-994-4323
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06/12/2026
INSIDER TIP: Most landlords don’t lose money from rent price. They lose it from vacancies, bad tenants, and delayed maintenance that quietly reduce returns.
Managing a rental is not just collecting rent.
It includes operations, compliance, maintenance, and tenant screening.
Quick repair request? You’re on call.
Tenant screening? One wrong decision can cost thousands.
Lease compliance? One mistake can turn into a legal issue.
“Should I still be doing this myself?”
This carousel breaks down the real pros and cons of hiring a property management company so you can decide what fits.
Click to get all the details → https://1836propertymanagement.com/pros-and-cons-of-hiring-property-management
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06/11/2026
What happens when you mix a grand opening with great company, team spirit, and a little friendly competition?
We celebrated the Grand Opening of the Compass Stonebridge office with great company, plenty of team spirit, and a Spurs-vs-NYC showdown to see which office brought the most energy.
We were proud to host the michelada bar alongside the amazing nacho bar by American Home Shield. Between the food, drinks, raffles, and community connections, it was a great reminder that real estate is built on relationships as much as it is on transactions.
Thanks to everyone who stopped by and helped make the event such a success.
Special thanks to wendireneabailey, momosmichelada, and American Home Shield for helping bring the celebration to life.
Now we're curious, what was the highlight of the day for you: the micheladas, the nachos, the raffle, or the team spirit competition? 👇
Looking for a dedicated property management partner to provide full-service real estate investment management to your clients? Look no further! We're just a phone call away: 512-994-4323
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If you're a Texas homeowner who isn't protesting your property taxes every year, you could be leaving money on the table.
There's a difference between your taxable value and your market value.
Most homeowners avoid protesting because they think lowering one will hurt the other.
The reality?
Lower property taxes can save you money year after year without hurting your home's resale value.
Follow for more insights on how you can save money on property taxes. Watch the full video on YouTube
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If you're looking at Austin rentals, you've probably seen the shiny Airbnb numbers and thought, “This looks way more profitable.”
Then you start digging into the real costs, the late-night guest messages, the seasonal slow-downs, and suddenly it doesn't feel so clear cut.
Here's what actually matters:
1️⃣ Airbnb revenue is higher but volatile
STR can outperform in peak months, but income fluctuates with season, demand, and occupancy.
2️⃣ Long-term rentals pay less
But you can count on them.
Same rent, every month, all year. Less excitement, but way less stress about when the next check is coming.
3️⃣ Most investors only see gross income
This is where the mistake happens.
Airbnb numbers don’t include turnover costs, utilities, cleaning cycles, furnishing, and management intensity.
4️⃣ Operating costs completely change the equation
Short-term rentals behave like hospitality businesses.
Long-term rentals behave like traditional asset holdings.
Same property. Different structure.
5️⃣ Seasonality in Austin creates uneven performance
Some months outperform expectations significantly.
Others fall below what a standard tenant would pay consistently.
6️⃣ Regulation now affects strategy more than it used to
Licensing, enforcement, and compliance requirements are now part of the decision.
That shifts risk for short-term rental operators.
7️⃣ The real difference isn’t income, it’s workload
One model requires ongoing management decisions.
The other is designed for predictable operations with less involvement.
8️⃣ Which one “wins” depends on the investor, not the property.
Location, time availability, and risk tolerance matter more than the house itself.
There is no universal best answer.
Want to learn more about Airbnb vs long term rentals?
Read the guide here ⬇️
https://1836propertymanagement.com/airbnb-vs-long-term-rental/
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You can own rental property from anywhere.
But some things still need to be handled locally to keep small issues from turning into expensive problems.
Here’s what often creates gaps in remote rental management:
1. Fast decisions are harder to make from a distance
Small maintenance issues can escalate quickly without someone local responding in real time.
2. Vendor coordination gets delayed
Scheduling, follow-ups, and approvals move slower when there’s no local oversight.
3. Property conditions are harder to monitor remotely
Without someone on the ground, it’s easier for issues to go unnoticed until they become costly.
Owning a rental remotely isn’t the issue.
The real difference is having a local team in place that can respond quickly, coordinate efficiently, and keep the property moving forward.
Want to learn how we help out-of-state owners manage rentals in Austin?
FB: Click the link https://1836propertymanagement.com/contact/
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You might be handling maintenance wrong without realizing it.
That’s exactly why we’re breaking down how maintenance is handled at 1836 Property Management as a professional property management partner.
Here’s how maintenance is prioritized and managed for your investment property:
1. If it affects health or safety (like no AC, water leaks, electrical issues, or mold), it gets handled immediately. These aren’t optional delays under Texas law.
2. Property managers are often required to act without waiting for owner confirmation on urgent issues. This is about keeping the property compliant and preventing escalation.
3. Warranties can help, but they are not reliable for urgent compliance issues when response times don’t align with legal requirements. In those cases, vendors are reassigned to meet deadlines.
Unsure how your property is being managed today?
Where do you think delays are most likely to happen in your current maintenance process?
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06/03/2026
Noticing how hard it is to find rentals with real natural light?
That’s something you notice right away when you walk into this Austin home.
🏡 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms – Enough space for daily life, work, and family.
✨ Open Layout & Natural Light – Rooms that feel bright without needing much else.
🍽️ Kitchen – Includes a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and range oven.
🛏️ Primary Suite – Soaking tub, double sink vanity, and walk-in closet.
🌿 Fenced Backyard & Covered Patio – Private outdoor space you can actually use.
🔥 Fireplace & Upstairs Flex Space – Extra rooms that can be used in different ways.
If you’re looking for a rental that feels open and comfortable to live in, this one is worth a look.
📍 7812 Song Sparrow Drive, Austin, TX 78744
Click to see more rentals or apply ⬇
https://1836propertymanagement.com/homes-for-rent/
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06/02/2026
Your rental price may not be doing you any favors.
A lot of landlords think they’re priced correctly because they used a rent estimate tool or looked at other properties on the app.
But those numbers don’t always match what tenants are actually paying right now in Austin.
What usually gets missed is how fast similar units are renting, small condition differences, and current demand.
That’s why two similar properties can end up with very different rent prices.
Most of the time, it’s not wildly wrong, perhaps just slightly off.
And that “slightly off” is what leads to longer vacancy or lost income.
If you’re unsure where yours sits, it’s worth checking real comps and current demand before listing.
Want a clear rental estimate for your property?
Get your free rental analysis ⬇️
https://1836propertymanagement.com/how-much-can-i-rent-my-property-for-austin-tx/
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05/28/2026
Great conversations, practical strategies, and a room full of agents ready to level up their investing knowledge.
Our Mastering Real Estate Investing for Agents class presented by Matt Mohr brought together agents looking to sharpen their understanding of real estate investing strategies and Texas-specific investment laws.
The class gave agents practical tools they can apply in today’s market.
Thank you to Austin Title for hosting us in their Training Room, and a big thank you to our lunch sponsors:
Laura with Blancken Insurance
Mazin with Tarrytown Roofing
We appreciate everyone who came out, asked thoughtful questions, and shared their experience throughout the class.
Looking forward to more opportunities to learn and grow together.
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