9/11: Never Forget — Names, Steps, and Hope

9/11: Never Forget — Names, Steps, and Hope

We need to find our way back to one another. Not because of tragedy, but because of choice. Those of us in the middle may not agree on everything, but we are still bound by something greater—our common humanity. We know what it means to care for strangers, to put compassion first, to choose light in the face of darkness. That’s who we were on September 11. That’s who we can be again.

78751 Housing Market Forecast: Navigating Post-Pandemic Realignment and Predicting the New ‘Normal’

78751 Housing Market Forecast: Navigating Post-Pandemic Realignment and Predicting the New ‘Normal’

The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the housing market in the 78751 area, as with all markets. This is challenging the concept of a ‘normal’ market. This post offers a calculated perspective on what normalcy might look like in a post-pandemic world.Using FHFA data and the House Price Calculator to project future trends, comparing current market prices with calculated ‘normal’ values and forecasting the trajectory for 2024.

Austin’s Bold Move: Eliminating Parking Minimums

Austin’s Bold Move: Eliminating Parking Minimums

The elimination of parking requirements in Austin marks a substantial shift in urban planning, aiming to foster a less car-dependent city and address housing affordability. While this change offers cost savings and environmental benefits, it also raises concerns about potential parking shortages and the impact on certain groups. As Austin continues to evolve, balancing these diverse needs and perspectives remains a critical task for the city’s policymakers and community.