If you’re selling your Austin home yourself right now, or seriously weighing it, you’re not doing anything unusual. Texas has the highest for-sale-by-owner rate of any state in the country, at more than 18% of transactions, compared to just 5% nationally. Whatever brought you to this decision, whether it’s keeping more of your equity, wanting […]
Selling an Inherited Home in Austin, TX: What You Need to Know
Inheriting a home is rarely simple. You may still be processing the loss of a loved one while also facing a property that needs to be sold, maintained, or decided on. If the home is in Austin and you’re not, the distance adds another layer — see our guide to selling your Austin home from […]
Homes at Risk of Selling at a Loss: Austin’s Post-Pandemic Reality
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 […]
Why a Pre-Sale Home Inspection is a Game-Changer for Austin Sellers
When homeowners in Austin decide to sell, their first question is often, “What can I do to prepare my home for the market?” The immediate answers that come to mind usually involve cosmetic upgrades: a fresh coat of neutral paint, new hardware on the cabinets, or perhaps installing stylish ceiling fans in key rooms. While […]
5 Most Common Reasons Home Purchases Fall Apart & How Sellers Can Guard Against It
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 […]
Should I Hire the Agent Who Thinks My House is Worth the Most?
If that agent has the money to buy your home at the listing appointment, then yes, absolutely! If they’re willing to put their money where their mouth is, take the money and run. But, 99.99 times out of 100, that isn’t going to be the case. If you’re pondering the question, “should I hire the […]
Ego Alert: 8 Mistakes Home Sellers Make
Ego can play a huge role in the home sales process and is something we coach our sellers to keep in check when they decide to sell their home. Unbridled ego kills more deals and takes money out of the seller’s pocket. 8 Mistakes Home Sellers Make Let’s take a look at some of the […]
Do I Really Need a Survey?
Those of you relocating to Austin from other parts of the country might not be familiar with the idea of getting a property survey as part of your purchase documentation. Invariably, usually because of the cost, the question arises whether or not you really need a survey when you buy a home in Austin? The […]
Is It a Bad Idea to Get Rid of All the Bathtubs in the House?
Are you thinking of taking on a new project? Considering remodeling bathrooms? Maybe in preparation to sell your home? You have all adults (or at least older children) in your house and you never take baths. You might be asking yourself, is it a bad idea to get rid of all the bathtubs in the […]
Truths and Risks of Open Houses
For decades real estate agents have been holding public open houses to display homes listed for sale. The effectiveness of open houses as a marketing vehicle has been debated by agents and consumers almost interminably, however several points must be considered. Sellers should be informed about the truths and risks of open houses before they […]
