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Top 3 School Districts in Austin

May 13, 2022 By Rebecca Jacks

Austin is known for a lot of things from live music to funky food trucks, but it’s also know for it’s highly rated schools. For home buyers with kids, or who plan to have kids, schools will likely be an important factor in your home buying decision. But, even if you don’t have school aged […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: First Time Home Buyers, Relocation Tips, Researching Your Move, Top Rated Schools

What are Closing Costs and Who Pays Them in Austin?

March 23, 2022 By Raymond Stoklosa

Whether you are selling or buying a home, apartment building or vacant land, there will be closing costs associated with the transaction. That is, money due over and above the cost of the property. Closing costs are fees or charges imposed by certain 3rd parties – entities other than the buyer and seller – who […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Tips, Closing Costs, First Time Home Buyers

5 Essential Questions to Answer Before Starting Your Home Search

February 3, 2022 By Raymond Stoklosa

The Holidays are over and you’re ready to start looking for your next Austin home. But, are you really ready to buy a home? Lots of folks forget to get their ducks in a row before embarking on their Austin home search and it can make things really hard for them. Sometimes ignoring simple things […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Tips, Choosing the Right Neighborhood, First Time Home Buyers, Researching Your Move

9 Must Ask Questions 95% of Condo Buyers Don’t Know

January 27, 2022 By Rebecca Jacks

Buying a condo requires an extra measure of due diligence. Far more complex than buying a single family home, buying a condo means you are buying two entities: (1) the unit you’re going to live in and (2) membership in the mandatory Homeowner’s Association (HOA). The faster you can identify potential deal killers with the […]

Filed Under: Condos Tagged With: Buying Condos, Choosing the Right Condo, First Time Home Buyers, Getting a Loan

Should I Inspect a New Home?

December 16, 2021 By Raymond Stoklosa

Should I inspect a new home in Austin? Buying new construction from a builder does not necessarily mean a problem-free home. Don’t assume that a brand-new home was built right or well. A home is an expensive purchase and the cost to repair the other guy’s mistakes can be expensive as well. Why Inspect? Far […]

Filed Under: New Homes Tagged With: Buyer Beware, First Time Home Buyers, Home Inspections, New Construction

How Much are HOA Dues in Austin

December 15, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

HOA’s are becoming more and more popular in Austin. In the 1980s and 1990s, few new single family home developments belonged to mandatory HOA’s. Today, virtually every new development has a mandatory membership in an HOA. Which usually begs the question from most buyers, how much are HOA dues in Austin? HOA Dues Vary by […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Tips, First Time Home Buyers, Frequent Buyer Questions, HOAs

8 Things Home Buyers Should Notice But Don’t

December 13, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

There are certain things that will greatly affect how you live in a home. The ironic thing is most Austin home buyers never think to investigate or even notice the things that will most affect them. To help you think through your next purchase, here are the 8 things home buyers should notice but don’t. […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Beware, Buyer Mistakes, First Time Home Buyers

Every Home Buyer Regrets Doing These 10 Things During their Home Search

November 23, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

Recently, we revealed what 80% of home buyers regret and how you can avoid buyer’s remorse. Today we’re going to talk about 10 things buyers do during their home search that they end up regretting. If you made any of these mistakes when you bought your first house, you most certainly won’t be repeating them. […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Mistakes, First Time Home Buyers

What to Expect at Closing

November 20, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

Closing is the last step in the Austin home buying process. It’s when you go to the title company to sign the papers and officially become the owner of your new home. If you’re looking to buy a house and are curious what to expect at closing, here’s a brief rundown. Prior to Closing A […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Closing, First Time Home Buyers, Frequent Buyer Questions, In Contract

When Should I Get Pre-Approved?

November 18, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

If you’re thinking about buying a home, there is a lot to do to get prepared. Studies show buyers are researching 12-18 months in advance of purchasing. With this much lead time, we often get the question … “When should I get pre-approved?” We advise our clients to use an experienced lender as a resource […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Tips, First Time Home Buyers, Frequent Buyer Questions, Getting a Loan, Researching Your Move

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Raymond Stoklosa – Broker/Owner, CRS

Raymond Stoklosa is the Chairman and Managing Broker of Eleven Oaks Realty. Raymond has been a respected authority in residential real estate since 1978. Having sold more than $150 million worth of real estate... Read More…

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Rebecca Jacks is the Chief Operating Officer of Eleven Oaks Realty. She specializes in relocating buyers and home sales in Austin and surrounding suburbs. Rebecca brings a passion for customer-service to the leadership team. Read More…

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Cassandra joined Eleven Oaks Realty following a successful career managing digital campaigns at several household brands including Walmart, L’Oreal, and Golfsmith. She has also worked in real estate marketing in three of the hottest markets in the U.S. – New York City, San Francisco and Austin. Read More…

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