Goodrich Realty

10/27/2026

🍂 Before you get too busy, now is the perfect time to prep your home before another unpredictable Central Texas winter.

Getting ahead of the cold keeps you comfortable and helps avoid costly emergency repairs.

Here is a quick Central Texas Winter Prep Checklist:

✓ Protect your plumbing & irrigation

Cover hose bibbs & backflow valves: Disconnect hoses, install insulated covers on outdoor spigots (purchase those now before supply runs low!) , and wrap your sprinkler system's backflow preventer.

Insulate exposed lines: Ensure water lines in your attic, garage, or crawlspace are fully insulated with foam pipe sleeves.

✓ Trim trees & clear space

Prune branches back: Ice storms heavy with freezing rain easily snap limbs off live oaks and other native trees. Cut back any branches hanging over your roof, power lines, or outdoor gas meter.

✓ Seal in heat & check equipment

Seal doors & windows: Replace worn weatherstripping to keep cold drafts out during sudden temperature drops.

HVAC & safety check: Swap your air filters, test smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, and schedule a quick check for natural gas heating appliances.

✓ Level out winter utility costs

Smooth out heating spikes: Ask your energy provider about Budget Billing to split heavy winter heating spikes into balanced, predictable monthly payments.

A little prep on a warm autumn day saves a lot of stress when the cold hits! 🛠️❄️

10/26/2026

Model home goals with ! Incredible Friday connecting with the teams across Santa Rita Ranch, Parkside on the River, Lariat, and Wolf Ranch.

P.S. That hand on Tyler’s shoulder isn’t Blake from Goodrich Realty … our spooky guest wanted to join the crew💀👀

10/22/2026

Calling all thrill-seekers! 👻🎃

If you're looking for a serious adrenaline rush, here are a few haunted attractions in the area:

🦇 Bat City Scaregrounds (Buda)
🏚️ House of Torment (Northeast Austin)
🎭 Scare for a Cure (Manor)
🚪 Fatal Fear Haunted House (Austin)

Have you braved any of these yet, or is there another local haunt that gave you the ultimate scare? Let us know below! 👇

10/20/2026

Goodrich Realty team meeting in the new Perry Homes - Austin model at Parkside on the River West! 📍

Big thanks to Sarah Taylor, Troy Taylor, Aaron Pearson, Steffan Nilsson & Christine O’Brien for hosting our team and sharing all the details on Perry’s line of product options and current end-of-year incentives. 🗓️👀🎉

A few favorite features from this gorgeous model:
• Sweeping curved staircase & grand entry
• Chef’s kitchen with double islands & wood-beamed ceiling
• Bright dining nook with panoramic views
• Spa primary suite with a free-standing tub & walk-through glass shower

We’re proud to partner with top builders across Central Texas to help our clients find the perfect fit.

10/13/2026

It’s officially pumpkin patch season in Central Texas! 🎃

If you’re looking to pick up a few jack-o'-lanterns or just want a spot for hayrides and corn mazes, here are 5 of the most popular and highly rated patches across the metro area:

🚜 Sweet Eats Fruit Farm (Georgetown)
🍁 Texas Pumpkin Fest (Leander)
🥧 Sweet Berry Farm (Marble Falls)
🎃 Round Rock Pumpkin Festival (Round Rock)
🌾 Mama Mary’s Farm & Pumpkin Patch (Creedmoor)

Which of these is your go-to, or did we miss your favorite hidden gem? Drop your recommendations in the comments! 👇

10/08/2026

Privacy where it counts most. 🤫✨

At 505 Golden Plains Pkwy, smart layout design keeps the secondary bedrooms at the front of the home while hiding the primary suite away at the back for total peace and quiet.

📍 Location: 505 Golden Plains Pkwy, Hutto, TX
📐 Size: 2,084 Sq Ft | 🛏️ 4 Beds | 🛁 2 Baths
🏊 Community: Cotton Brook (Resort-Style Pool & Basketball Courts)
Price: $365,000

Call or text Jess at 512-670-8477 to schedule a private tour! 📲

09/18/2026

📍 BIG SPACE, LOW PRICE, UNBEATABLE LOCATION 🚀

Priced at just $315,000, this 4 bed + dedicated office / 2.5 bath home (2,191 sq ft) in Hutto’s Carmel Creek is one of the best values on the market right now.

If you work in the Austin metro, the location alone makes this a massive win:
🛣️ Commuter’s Dream: Minutes to SH-130 toll road and US-79 for fast access across Central Texas.
🏭 Near Major Employers: Quick drive to the Samsung Semiconductor gigafactory in Taylor, Tesla Giga Texas, Amazon, and the Round Rock tech/medical corridors.
🌳 Neighborhood Amenities: Community pool, splash pad, sports courts, and greenbelt walking trails right outside your door.

You get a cul-de-sac lot, massive private backyard, covered outdoor living, and room for remote work—all under $320k!

📍1000 McCormick Cove in Hutto

Call or text Shanna at 407-463-3959 for full details or to schedule a private tour!

09/16/2026

There’s nothing quite like fall Saturdays in Central Texas. 🏈

Whether you’re in burnt orange at the stadium or just looking for a patio with great food and TVs, game day weekends are here.

If you're looking for a new spot to catch the action this season—regardless of who you're rooting for—check out this roundup of top local game day spots across town:

🔗 https://do512.com/p/football-watch-parties-in-austin

Where is your go-to spot in Austin to watch the game on weekends? 👇

You know, you can wear way more than just burnt orange in Austin. Austin is very clearly and proudly the home of the Longhorns, but as a transplant city, it's not hard to notice a melting pot of fanbases adding to our collective culture. To help you fin