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Selling Home in Austin

Selling a Home in Austin, TX offers expert tips, detailed checklists, and valuable market insights to help homeowners navigate the selling process. Whether you're preparing for a busy spring or a slower autumn market, our guidance ensures your home stands out among competitors. We address common seller questions and provide strategies to maximize your home's value, making the selling experience smoother and more profitable. Join us to learn how to effectively stage, price, and promote your property for a successful sale.

Homes at Risk of Selling at a Loss: Austin’s Post-Pandemic Reality

September 17, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

Austin’s real estate market has been on a wild ride. The pandemic boom saw prices skyrocket, creating an intense, competitive environment. But what goes up must eventually level out. The breakneck pace has cooled, and for homeowners who bought at the peak, the new reality can be challenging. As we moved through 2024 and into […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: Home Not Selling, Interpreting the Market, Seller Beware, Selling in a Buyer's Market

How We Market Homes in Austin: What Today’s Buyers Expect in 2025

September 8, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

Selling a home in Austin today requires a sophisticated, multi-faceted approach that goes far beyond traditional marketing methods. The modern real estate landscape has fundamentally shifted, with buyer expectations reaching new heights in terms of digital presentation, accessibility, and professional polish. Today’s discerning buyers, equipped with instant access to comprehensive online listings, cutting-edge virtual technology, […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: Frequent Seller Questions, Interviewing Agents, Seller Tips, Selling for Top Dollar, Staging

Why Overpricing Your Home in Austin Can Leave Money on the Table

August 20, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

Selling a home in Austin might seem like a straightforward process, especially in a desirable market like ours. However, when it comes to pricing, there’s one costly mistake homeowners often make: setting the price too high. While it may seem logical to aim high in hopes of negotiating later, overpricing a home in Austin, even […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: First Time Home Sellers, Frequent Seller Questions, Overpricing, Pricing Your Home, Seller Tips

How to Respond to a Low Ball Offer on Your Austin Home

July 27, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

Selling your home in Austin is an exciting process, but it can also bring unexpected twists. While news of multiple offers and homes selling above asking price used to dominate the conversation, today’s more balanced market brings a new challenge: the “low-ball” offer. Receiving an offer that’s significantly below your asking price can feel frustrating, […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: First Time Home Sellers, Frequent Seller Questions, Negotiation, Responding to Offers, Selling for Top Dollar

How to Time the Sale of Your Austin Home If You’re Also Buying

July 21, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

If you’re looking to buy and sell a home in Austin at the same time can feel like a high-stakes balancing act. With a competitive market and tight timelines, you may wonder: Should I sell first or buy first? What if I get stuck between homes? These concerns are valid—but with the right planning, resources, […]

Filed Under: Buyers, Sellers Tagged With: Buyer Tips, Frequent Seller Questions, Researching Your Move, Seller Tips, Selling and Buying Simultaneously, Timing the Market

12 Tips for Selling a Home in Austin’s Balanced Market

June 20, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

The Austin single family housing market is currently a balanced market with supply and demand being relatively equal – meaning market forces don’t favor buyers or sellers. For frequent readers of our real estate price reports, you’ll know Austin hasn’t seen anything but a seller’s market in years. The busy spring season (April-June) typically brings […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: Frequent Seller Questions, Seller Tips, Selling for Top Dollar, Selling in a Buyer's Market, Selling in Spring, Staging

Sell Your Austin Home for More: Declutter, Clean & Paint for Top Value

April 18, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

When preparing to sell your Austin home, you’re making one of the most significant financial decisions of your life. The difference between a quick, profitable sale and a home that lingers on the market often comes down to three fundamental preparation steps that can literally mean thousands of dollars in your final proceeds. As experienced […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: DIY Home Improvements, Low Cost Home Improvements, Preparing to Sell, Seller Tips

10 Low Cost Projects that Increase Home Values

March 3, 2025 By Rebecca Jacks

If you’re thinking about selling your Austin home, you’re likely aiming to maximize its value with minimal expense. The good news? Some of the best upgrades don’t require a hefty budget. A few strategic, low-cost projects can dramatically boost your home’s appeal and final sale price. Here are ten practical and affordable ways to increase […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: DIY Home Improvements, Low Cost Home Improvements, Preparing to Sell, Selling for Top Dollar, Updating to Sell

Austin Home Selling Tips for Fall

September 10, 2024 By Rebecca Jacks

Are you looking to sell your Austin home this fall? With the busy spring and summer real estate seasons behind us, autumn brings a slower market. This seasonal shift means it’s more important than ever to ensure your home stands out. From staging and pricing to seasonal improvements, these Austin home selling tips for fall […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: DIY Home Improvements, Low Cost Home Improvements, Preparing to Sell, Seller Tips, Selling in Winter

5 Most Common Reasons Home Purchases Fall Apart & How Sellers Can Guard Against It

June 24, 2024 By Rebecca Jacks

When you accept a contract to sell your Austin home, you’re essentially telling the pool of potential buyers your house is spoken for. What some sellers don’t realize is there are still more obstacles the buyer must resolve to continue to move forward. For sellers who have a buyer who cancels, it can be a […]

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: In Contract, Responding to Offers, Seller Beware, Seller Tips

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