The real buzzāwineries, events, markets, and local gems
Real estate has been my world since 2004, but my love for it started long before contracts and closings. It began with land, sunshine, and a roll of flagging tape. Today, that same passion fuels everything I do ā the design, the people, the negotiations, and the magic of helping someone find their place in the world. Hereās why this career still lights me up every single day.
Thanksgiving weekend in the Hill Country isnāt just about turkey and leftovers ā itās about twinkle lights, a little holiday magic, and two of Texasā most charming towns coming alive. Whether you're hitting Boerne for Dickens on Main or ice skating under the lights in Fredericksburg, this is one of the sweetest times to explore the Hill Country.
Fredericksburg, Texas just made FinanceBuzzās list of ā9 Unexpected Cities Retirees Are Flocking to in 2025ā ā and MySA is buzzing about it too. With Hill Country charm, affordability, and a slower pace of life, Fredericksburg is proving to be one of Americaās sweetest spots to retire ā and invest.
The clang of the bell, the roar of the crowd, and two minutes of pure adrenaline ā the High Striker Contest is a Fredericksburg Oktoberfest favorite! See who took home the medals and why this event is one you canāt miss.
Fredericksburgās Oktoberfest just made national newsāranked No. 5 in the Top 10 Oktoberfests in the U.S. by USA Todayās 10Best! This year marks the 45th anniversary of the festival, and Iām thrilled to be hosting the High Striker Contest again. From steins and polka to family fun and a Championās Bell-Ringing showdown, Oktoberfest (Oct 3ā5, 2025) is one of the biggest weekends of the year in Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg Shines in Travel + Leisureās List of the Best Places to Retire in Texas Big buzz out of the Hill Country! š Travel + LeisureĀ published their article,Ā ā8 Best Places to Retire in Texas, According to Local Experts,āĀ and our very own Fredericksburg made the list. As someone who lives, works, and dreams Hill Country every… Continue reading Fredericksburg Shines in Travel + Leisureās List of the Best Places to Retire in Texas
š· Sipping & Strolling: My Favorite Fredericksburg Wineries for a Weekend Tour If thereās one thing Fredericksburg does as well as wildflowers, itās wine. With overĀ 60 wineries in the Texas Hill Country, you could sip something new every weekend. But hereās the buzz ā these are my personal go-to spots when Iām out for a relaxing… Continue reading š·Ā Sipping & Strolling: My Favorite Fredericksburg Wineries for a Weekend Tour
š Welcome to The Hill Country Buzz: Sweet Spots, Smart Investments, and Hill Country Vibes Hey yāallāwelcome to The Hill Country Buzz! Iām Liza Smith, your boots-on-the-ground Hill Country Realtor, investor, and local host. Whether youāre dreaming of a quiet BNB getaway, hunting for the perfect property, or curious about life in Fredericksburg, this is… Continue reading š Welcome to The Hill Country Buzz: Sweet Spots, Smart Investments, and Hill Country Vibes
