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Buying Austin Real Estate, Get to Know Neighborhood First

If you are buying Austin real estate it is a great idea to get to know a neighborhood first.   Buying a home is a big decision and it is important to remember that location is as important as the home itself.  An Austin REALTOR® is an invaluable tool for educating home buyers on the different … Continue reading Buying Austin Real Estate, Get to Know Neighborhood First

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Relocating to Austin Texas, Bridge Loans Can Be Helpful

Anyone relocating to Austin Texas who depends on one home selling before buying a new home may want to consider looking into a bridge loan.  There is no doubt that loans are harder to acquire with today’s tough lending practices, however securing a loan is not impossible when it comes to Austin real estate.  Anyone … Continue reading Relocating to Austin Texas, Bridge Loans Can Be Helpful

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Austin Real Estate, Time to Buy as Loan Limits Looming

Anyone considering buying Austin real estate should be aware of the loan limits that are looming in the near future, now could be the ideal time to buy.  There has been a lot of media attention in the past couple of weeks on how the government is planning on reducing its involvement in the mortgage … Continue reading Austin Real Estate, Time to Buy as Loan Limits Looming

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Buying Austin Real Estate, What You Can Learn From Seller

If you are buying Austin real estate you may wonder what you can learn from the seller.  In most Austin real estate transactions there is very limited, if any, interaction between a buyer and a seller of a home.  While a home inspection and disclosure statements may have uncovered any issues with your new home, … Continue reading Buying Austin Real Estate, What You Can Learn From Seller

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Austin Real Estate, Curb Appeal Without Breaking the Bank

When selling Austin real estate it is possible to maintain curb appeal without breaking the bank.  The exterior of your Austin home is what will catch a buyer’s eye first, so making it attractive is important.  The climate in Austin lends itself well to flowers, shrubs, and green grass but it is important to remember … Continue reading Austin Real Estate, Curb Appeal Without Breaking the Bank

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The Joys of Independence Day in Austin TX

May this 4th of July bring you much happiness!  I wanted to share this quote with you, from Erma Bombeck, a talented columnist you may even recall.  I think she captured one of the great truths about this great country of ours: “You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, … Continue reading The Joys of Independence Day in Austin TX

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Austin Real Estate, Better Position Than Much of Nation

Austin real estate is in a much better position than much of the country.  As a nation real estate is not recovering because of the bleak employment picture.  Austin, however, is in a different spot as it is the capital of a state that is leading the United States in terms of job creation.  Since … Continue reading Austin Real Estate, Better Position Than Much of Nation

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Austin Real Estate, First Time Home Sellers

Reading about Austin real estate will uncover a lot of information about first time home buyers, but what about first time home sellers? First time home sellers need to be aware of current market conditions when selling Austin real estate and prepare themselves for what will most likely transpire.  Price, marketing, and being realistic are … Continue reading Austin Real Estate, First Time Home Sellers

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Austin Real Estate, Receiving an Offer

There is so much information out there about what is needed to sell Austin real estate, but what do you do once you receive an offer?  Every offer is negotiable and there is much more than just the price to examine.  Closing costs, transfer taxes, and contractual dates come into play as well.  A contract … Continue reading Austin Real Estate, Receiving an Offer

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Mortgage Rates Boon For Austin Real Estate

The low mortgage rates are a boon for Austin real estate.  At the moment rates are the lowest they have been this year, averaging less than 4.4% for a conforming 30 year fixed rate mortgage for borrowers with perfect credit.  Why are rates so low and staying there?  The nation’s real estate market is growing … Continue reading Mortgage Rates Boon For Austin Real Estate

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