The past few years have been hard on buyers, especially in a hot market like our Austin area. While it will continue to be positive for sellers, a few factors are indicating a slight cooling of the local market. Keep reading to learn about the changes, and what it means for you. Buyers Buyers rejoice! … Read More
Keeping a list of yearly home maintenance tasks can keep your home’s value up, give peace of mind that your residence is safe and healthy, and be a big leg up on your to-do list if you decide to move. Consider this the spring cleaning checklist for your home. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Make … Read More
There are a few things you should know prior to buying your first home. These tips will help you make the changes needed in your financial life to avoid pitfalls that could haunt you down the road. While some of these steps are completed outside the relationship you have with your real estate agent, don’t … Read More
For current or prospective homeowners considering a home purchase, it’s important to understand all the costs associated with buying a home. Extra costs to look out for include home insurance, mortgage insurance, earnest money and life insurance (required by some lenders), property taxes and appraisal fees. Learn more about these expenses and how to budget … Read More
Located in some of the most beautiful natural areas of the Texas Hill Country, Austin and the surrounding areas offer a range of neighborhoods to choose from. With national magazines such as Forbes and Money touting the quality of life here, the Austin region has continued to grow and blossom. Let’s take a look at … Read More
Are you still on the fence about selling your home in Austin? According to stats from Realtor.com, the Austin market has heated up over the last year and is among the top four metro areas that have seen recent jumps in activity. Here are five things a real estate agent can help you with as … Read More
Now is a great time to sell your home in Austin, TX. Major employers such as Tesla and Apple are expanding their operations, bringing thousands of workers to the area, all of whom need a place to live. The national average home price soared 17.2% year over year in April to $375,000. However, the average … Read More