Uncategorized Why Did More People Decide To Sell Their Homes Recently? Why Did More People Decide To Sell Their Homes Recently? Homeowners typically slow down their moving plans as the summer months wrap up, and as a result, fewer homes are listed for sale in the fall. It’s a predictable, seasonal trend in real estate. But this year, mortgage rates came down at the same time […]
Uncategorized Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall Recent headlines have been buzzing about the median asking price of homes dropping compared to last year, and that’s sparked plenty of confusion. And as a buyer or seller, it’s easy to assume that means prices are coming down. But here’s the catch: those numbers don’t tell the full story. Nationally, home values are actually rising, even if the […]
In the News Beyond the Headlines: Understanding How Proposed Changes in Real Estate Commissions Will Actually Impact You as a Buyer or Seller You’ve probably heard the news that there are changes coming in terms of how real estate commissions are paid. This might sound exciting and like a potential game-changer for you as a home seller or buyer, with headlines proclaiming things like: “Real estate commissions are being slashed!” “Selling your house will now be less expensive!” […]
Selling Why Fixing Up Your House Can Help It Sell Faster If you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know there are buyers who are ready and able to pay today’s high prices. But they want a home that’s move-in ready. A recent press release from Redfin explains: “Buyers are still out there and they’re willing to pay today’s high prices, but only if the house is in […]
Buying Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage Some Highlights There are a few key things you’ll want to avoid after applying for a mortgage to make sure you’re in the best position when you get to the closing table. Don’t change bank accounts, apply for new credit, make any large purchases or transfers, and don’t co-sign loans for anyone. Here’s a good rule of thumb. Always […]
Market Info MSA Housing Inventory Reaches Highest Level in 13 Years In May, the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown MSA reached the highest level of inventory the area has seen in 13 years at 4.9 months. With a 37.7% YoY increase in active listings, homebuyers can be much more selective in finding a home that fits their price range. In May, the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown MSA saw a 12.8% decline […]
Buying MUDs, PIDs, PUDs & TIFs: Property Taxes You Should Know Before Buying a Home in Texas Many factors are at play when buying a home, no matter where you live. Potential homeowners need to determine their budget for a down payment, research the best type of mortgage for their needs, and make sure the home will suit all of their lifestyle needs in the long term. Though these considerations are true for home buyers […]
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Uncategorized Buyers – You need Your Own Agent who has your Best Interests in Mind When you are purchasing a home, you want a seasonal professional to guide you through the process. I work with buyers providing advocacy, support, and expertise. As your Accredited Buyer’s Agent – ABR®, I will guide you through one of life’s most significant and impactful transactions—providing invaluable advocacy, support, and expertise. My commitment is to find […]
In the News Beyond the Headlines: Understanding How the Proposed Changes in Real Estate Commissions Will Actually Impact You As A Buyer or Seller.  The Takeaway: While the headlines about changing real estate commission structures might sound exciting and like a potential game-changer for you as a home seller or buyer, they are misleading, because nobody knows exactly how things are going to play out. While it’s true that commissions may shift, the details remain uncertain. If the proposed settlement is […]
Market Info The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here Are you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is just around the corner. A recent Realtor.com study looked at housing market trends over the past several years (with the exception of 2020, since it was an unusual […]
Uncategorized Good Information on Flood Insurance Understanding Flood Insurance Requirement vs Rating Neither IFPR nor Freeboard change or affect how the mandatory purchase requirement for flood insurance works. Mandatory requirements for flood insurance will still be dictated using FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and assessing whether the exact location of a habitable structure secured with a federally-backed loan comes into […]
Buying Will 2024 be a better year for homebuyers? Here’s what experts think. Following months of cooling inflation, higher rent and food prices pushed the inflation report to a 3.4% annual rate, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report. The rise indicates the Fed’s ongoing challenge to achieve a 2% target inflation rate may experience some fluctuations along the way. In December, the Fed set the housing market […]
Buying Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved: What’s the Difference? Pre-qualification and pre-approval are two terms you may hear used interchangeably when shopping for a mortgage, but they are actually two optional steps you can take to start the loan approval process. A mortgage pre-qualification is usually a much shorter process that requires you to honestly report your own financial information, while a mortgage pre-approval typically requires you to […]
Buying What Are Contingencies in Real Estate? How Contingent Offers Are Used in Real Estate Contingencies offer a way to protect both the buyer and seller in a real estate transaction. The homebuying process requires a series of steps and at any time in that journey, unexpected issues may arise that neither party was prepared for. Contingent offers act as a guide […]
Selling If Your House Hasn’t Sold Yet, It May Be Overpriced I have this conversation often when I meet with sellers prior to listing their home. I take the time to prepare an in depth market analysis on their property, analyze comparable homes and recent sales in their area. Sometimes there is data that “the public” cannot see on the actual final sold price of a […]
Building a Home The Expert Guide of Home Building Terminology Great Article Shared from a Local builder – David Weekley Learn about the home building process with this list of home construction terms and definitions written to be easy to understand. Home Building Glossary The field of home building is often where skilled craftsmanship meets specialized knowledge. With the specialized knowledge comes a lot of […]
Market Info The Good News for Real Estate Investments in 2024 The 2023 housing market has seen many ups and downs, leaving investors wondering what to expect in 2024. The good news is that regardless of interest rate increases and lower than average inventory, real estate investments remain one of the most lucrative areas to invest in as we head into the new year. High Demand […]