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 […]
10 Low Cost Projects that Increase Home Values
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 […]
5 Areas Sellers Should Pay Extra Attention to When Preparing to Sell
When preparing your Austin home for sale, attention to detail can make all the difference. Buyers often form their first impression within moments of arriving, so presenting a home that is inviting and well-maintained is crucial. However, with limited time and resources, it’s essential to focus your efforts on the areas that matter most to […]
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 […]
17 Pro Tips for Selling an Austin Home that Won’t Sell
If your Austin home has been on the market a while and you haven’t gotten an offer, it’s time to re-think your marketing strategy. Though I’m sure you are incredibly frustrated, the good news is many Austin homes that haven’t sold, sell quickly after they have a fresh marketing strategy. We specialize in selling Austin […]
Should I Respond to a Low Ball Offer?
In this changing Austin real estate market, we often hear about multiple offers, homes selling for more than asking price and cash buyers. What we don’t hear about too much, but happens more than you think now that the market is in flux, are “low ball” offers. Even in a booming Austin real estate market, […]
18 Things Every First Time Home Seller Needs to Know
Just like buying a home, selling a home is a process. To be successful and net the most money, you don’t just wake up one day, decide to sell your house and put a sign in the yard. Selling takes proper preparation, a strategic game plan and dynamic marketing. If you’re considering selling your home […]
Why Your Home Won’t Sell in 2019: Shopping Experience
In our monthly rental market reports, we continue to see a striking trend in Austin: sellers taking their home off the market at increasing rates each month. While there are many reasons your home doesn’t sell, we find there are really three umbrella reasons why: the home’s physical defects, a buyer’s shopping experience and letting […]
Why Your Home Won’t Sell in 2019: Letting Emotions Get In The Way
In our monthly rental market reports, we continue to see a striking trend in Austin: sellers taking their home off the market at increasing rates each month. While there are many reasons your home doesn’t sell, we find there are really three umbrella reasons why: the home’s physical defects, a buyer’s shopping experience and letting […]