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What is a Seller Looking for in a Multiple Offer Situation?

March 25, 2022 By Rebecca Jacks

As we head into the busy Spring home buying season in Austin, we’re starting to see more multiple offers. As the season progresses, I would expect to see more. Buyers who want to eliminate the frustration of losing a home to another buyer need a carefully thought out multiple offer strategy. To be successful, the […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Closing Costs, Frequent Buyer Questions, Interpreting the Market, Making Offers, Multiple Offers, Negotiation

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

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

Can a Buyer Do Repairs on a Home Before Closing?

November 17, 2021 By Raymond Stoklosa

Austin home buyers sometimes ask if they are able to do repairs on a home before closing. This usually comes up with houses that don’t qualify for financing (homes with no stove, no heater, missing toilets, etc). For the purposes of the question allow me to greatly oversimplify. The answer is “No” even if the […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Beware, Frequent Buyer Questions, In Contract

What is the Termination Option?

October 19, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

The process of buying a home in Austin is a bit different than buying a home in other parts of the country. In most states, the purchase contract gives the buyer a free look at the property and allows them to cancel the contract for any reason during a negotiated period of time. If the […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Tips, First Time Home Buyers, Frequent Buyer Questions, Real Estate Terms

How Accurate are Austin Property Tax Estimates?

October 11, 2021 By Rebecca Jacks

Property taxes can make a significant difference in affordability for Austin home buyers. Tax rates range from about 1.7-3.4% (varies by neighborhood) of your home’s assessed value. Depending on your home’s assessed value, annual property taxes in Austin can be anywhere from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars per year. Because […]

Filed Under: Living in Austin Tagged With: Frequent Buyer Questions, Homestead Exemption, Property Taxes, Researching Your Move

Buying REOs (Foreclosures) – Fact vs Fiction

October 2, 2021 By Raymond Stoklosa

Foreclosures have presented a lure of a deal for years as the real estate market has had its ups and downs. Over the past few months, we’ve been hearing a lot of buyers with some incorrect ideas about how buying foreclosures in Austin works. Here are some foreclosure buying facts and fiction to help set […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Buyer Beware, Buyer Tips, Foreclosures, Frequent Buyer Questions

When Do I Have to Put a Deposit Down on a Home?

September 26, 2019 By Rebecca Jacks

When you’re buying a home in Austin, you’ll be required to put down two deposits if your offer is accepted. There is often confusion as to what these deposits cover and when they are due. Here, we’ll explain the two deposits and tell you when they must be delivered. Earnest Money Deposit Buyers will be […]

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

What are the Average Property Taxes in Austin?

July 12, 2019 By Rebecca Jacks

Buyers who want to budget their monthly housing payment frequently ask how much property taxes are in Austin. The short answer is property taxes vary based on several factors, so it is hard to say they are a certain percentage in the Austin metro area. School district, utility district, hospital districts and whether or not […]

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: Cost of Living, First Time Home Buyers, Frequent Buyer Questions, Property Taxes, 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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