The Open House Podcast: Where Women Talk Real Estate

This week, Kristina and Steph talk about making choices! They know that big decisions, like buying a house, can feel super stressful. So, they share how using apps like Asana - which helps break up milestones into smaller tasks - can make things easier. Kristina and Steph warn about getting stuck in "research mode" for too long without ever making a move! Finally, they address the importance of having like-minded buddies around that'll hold you accountable.

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Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect with a Realtor - Austin-area experts with experience house hacking, buying with friends, tiny home construction, and renovations
2. Come to our office launch party! Designed by Dani Klarić
3. Sign up for our "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop (August session) - craft cider and Home Slice Pizza, on us!
4. Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course
5. First-Time Home Buyer Mini-Course
6. Homeschool on YouTube!!!
7. Take our "Are You Ready to Buy a House?" Quiz
8. Airbnb Listing: Kristina's Short-Term Rental Home in Florida
9. Airbnb Listing: Retreat House (Bought by 3 Friends)
10. Airbnb Listing: Steph's Ranch House (Bought by 5+ Friends)

Kristina and Steph share updates on their real estate investments, including managing vacation rentals and restructuring friend-oriented partnerships. Hear about Steph's restored ranch house (bought with friends!) and our exciting office renovation plans (RSVP to our re-launch/opening party below). + They were scammed by an architect?! 👀 Listen and learn so this doesn't happen to you next...

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Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect With a Realtor
2. Come to our next Community Meetup
3. Come to our office launch party
4. Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course
5. First-Time Home Buyer Mini-Course
6. Homeschool on YouTube!!!
7. Take our "Are You Ready to Buy a House?" Quiz
8. Airbnb Listing: Kristina's Short-Term Rental Home in Florida
9. Airbnb Listing: Retreat House (Bought by 3 Friends)
10. Airbnb Listing: Steph's Ranch House (Bought by 5+ Friends)

This episode is such a great starting point for anyone that's considered partnering with friends or family to buy property! Purchasing a house on your own can be tough, and sometimes, it may not be something you can afford. But if you team up with a friend, you can split the work and the cost. Originally recorded in 2021, Steph and Kristina discuss finding rest in the hustle and investing with buddies.

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect With a Realtor
2. Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course
3. First-Time Home Buyer Mini-Course
4. Homeschool on YouTube!!!
5. Take our "Are You Ready to Buy a House?" Quiz
6. The Tiny House Guide
7. Blog: "How to Build a Tiny House: From Costs to Construction"
8. Blog: "This $89K Pre-Built Tiny Home Covers My Entire Mortgage"
9. Blog: "Build a Tiny House: Permits & Process Resource List For Austin, TX"
10. Come to our next Community Meetup
11. Come to our next Women Investor Group Meetup
12. Come to our office launch party

Join Kristina and Steph as they share their experiences managing a stay-cation rental property: The Retreat House!

From dealing with a broken pool to improving communication with property managers, they offer valuable insights into running a successful short-term rental business. Discover their strategies for handling finances and enjoying the space themselves. 

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Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. We help people buy houses every day! Connect with one of our Realtors (the best in the biz!)
2. Join our Women Investor Group
3. RSVP: Women Investor Meetup, Retreat House Tour/Pool Party, House Hacking Tips!
4. Want a $200 giftcard & 15% off Parachute Home? Sign up for our "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop (July session), and you'll be entered into our giveaway [must attend event to qualify]
5. Airbnb Listing: The Retreat House
6. Blog Post: "Transforming A Home into a $40k Yearly Airbnb Money Maker"
7. Blog Post: "What’s a Sneaky Duplex? How to Generate Income From a Private Room in Your Home"
8. Previous Episode: Buying Our Retreat House as a Team
9. Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course
10. Join Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer Tips
11. Service: Task Rabbit
12. Service:

This episode is such a great starting point for first-time homebuyers! Originally recorded in 2020, Steph and Kristina help you decide if you’re ready by discussing debt-to-income ratio, credit score, and the amount of money you’ll need to invest in a home. 

You’ll leave this episode with a better sense of when you should buy, based on your personal financial situation. Still not sure if you're ready? Hop on a call with our Realtor team!

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect with a Realtor
2. Join Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer Tips
3. Want a $200 giftcard & 15% off Parachute Home? Sign up for our "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop (July session), and you'll be entered into our giveaway [must attend event to qualify]
4. Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course
5. First-Time Home Buyer Mini-Course
6. Homeschool on YouTube!!!
7. Take our "Are You Ready to Buy a House?" Quiz

Kristina and Steph share their story about starting and running the real estate education company + brokerage you know and love today: Open House Austin! They break down their unique way of doing business, which focuses on making sure our team and they themselves are happy and fulfilled while helping 550+ people buy homes in Austin (so far). Lastly, this episode wraps with Kristina and Steph reflecting on how well they work together as co-founders, and why this is key to their success.

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources:

1. Connect with a Realtor
2. Event: Women Investor Group Meetup - Airbnb Tour - Grow Your Wealth & House Hack!
3. Want a $200 giftcard & 15% off Parachute Home? Sign up for our "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop (July session), and you'll be entered into our giveaway [must attend event to qualify]
4. Join #OHADesignedbyDaniKlaric Newsletter - New Office Renovation Updates Ft. Interior Designer Dani Klaric
5. Join Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer Tips
6. *New* Open House Austin Listing: $389K / 3 BD, 2 BA / 1,353 SQFT / East Austin

Today, we're chatting about the Sneaky Duplex house hacking strategy. Totally fine if you've never heard of it before - we actually coined the phrase a few years ago! We define a Sneaky Duplex rental as: "...specifically the act of adding an exterior door to a bedroom in your home to make it a separate space for short- or long-term rental."

Co-Founders Kristina & Steph share tips and stories from their own experiences hosting guests in these spaces. And, how to get your space back for a bit - if you need a break from renting!

Are you into this idea? Join us at Kristina's Sneaky Duplex next week, 6/28! That's where we're hosting this month's Women Investor Group Meetup. RSVP here + friends are welcome: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/649174938717

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect With a Realtor
2. Blog Post: "What’s a Sneaky Duplex? How To Generate Income From a Private Room in Your Home"
3. Previous Podcast Episode on This Topic: "What's a Sneaky Duplex?"
4. Event: Community Meetup - Meet Aspiring Homebuyers & First-Time Homeowners
5. Event: Women Investor Group Meetup - Airbnb Tour - Grow Your Wealth & House Hack!
6. Want a $200 giftcard & 15% off Parachute Home? Sign up for our "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop (July session), and you'll be entered into our giveaway [must attend event to qualify]
7. Join #OHADesignedbyDaniKlaric Newsletter - New Office Renovation Updates Ft. Interior Designer Dani Klaric
8. Join Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer Tips

Join Kristina and Steph as they tackle the biggest mistake first-time homebuyers often make: getting stuck in analysis paralysis. In this episode, they'll take you through their journey of breaking free from this common trap by shifting their mindset. Using their own experiences, they reveal how understanding local markets, leveraging data, and embracing the power of collaboration can turn real estate investing from an intimidating process into an exciting adventure. 

Tune in for their valuable insights and learn how to navigate the Austin real estate market with confidence.

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect With a Realtor
2. Event: How to Buy a House in Austin, In-Person Workshop 6/14, Start Here!
3. Event: Community Meetup - Meet Aspiring Homebuyers & First-Time Homeowners
4. Event: Women Investor Group Meetup - Airbnb Tour - Grow Your Wealth & House Hack!
5. Podcast Episode: "Buying our Retreat House as a Team"
6. Join Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer Tips
7. Join #OHADesignedbyDaniKlaric Newsletter - New Office Renovation Updates Ft. Interior Designer Dani Klaric

Kristina and Steph discuss the journey of becoming a first-time homeowner and landlord in Austin, Texas. They unpack the ethics of property ownership, making this episode essential for those considering investing in the greater Austin area. This conversation aims to clarify some misconceptions about landlords, offering fresh perspectives on their role. Join us as we navigate the path to becoming an ethical landlord and create a positive impact in Austin's real estate scene.

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect with a Realtor
2. Event: How to Buy a House in Austin, In-Person Workshop 6/14, Start Here!
3. Event: Community Meetup - Meet Aspiring Homebuyers & First-Time Homeowners
4. Event: Women Investor Group Meetup - Airbnb Tour - Grow Your Wealth & House Hack!
5. Take our Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course

Partnering with family to buy real estate?? Yep! Kristina and Steph discuss tough money talks, how they've set personal boundaries with loved ones, and the amazing memories that can come from the initial commitment of teaming up to invest. If you want to explore the challenging yet rewarding world of family-run real estate businesses (there's a little tea, of course 😉), tune in now!

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]

Want to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!

Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don’t miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.

Related Resources 

1. Connect with a Realtor
2. TikTok: Would you buy a house with anyone in your family?
3. Blog Post: "How To Buy, Renovate, and Profit from a Commercial Property in Austin as a 20-Something"
4. Blog Post: "Transforming A Home into a $40k Yearly Airbnb Money Maker"
5. Blog Post: "What’s a Sneaky Duplex? How to Generate Income From a Private Room in Your Home"
6. Buying a House With Friends Mini-Course
7. "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop