We’ve been seeing a lot of changes to the Austin housing market over the past 3 months. Interest rates that were promising to go up finally did. Central Texas county assessors increased assessed values more than they have in years past, drastically increasing property taxes. Homeowners insurance rates have also sharply increased. Combine those factors […]
How Market Conditions Affect a Buyer’s Negotiation Strategy
Every residential real estate transaction is negotiable in varying degrees relative to the local housing market conditions. While it is true that the homeowner sets the asking price, it is the home buyer that truly determines the home’s value. Why? Because a home is only worth what a ready, willing and financially able buyer will […]
Building Boom Planned for Southeast Austin
Until recently, Southeast Austin has been one of the more undesirable and forgotten parts of town to live. What used to be a pass through for travelers heading to the airport or a place for a commercial or industrial office building, has slowly transformed itself into a great place for someone looking to be close […]