December 2025

  The Texas housing market has experienced an unprecedented increase in appraisal values in recent years, particularly during the 2020-22 boom. As a result, homeowners have been feeling the pressure of rising property taxes. In the most recent election, Texas voters passed Proposition 13, which increased the homestead tax exemption for school districts from $100,000 to $140,000 — an increase that was...

  Mortgage activity continued to climb in November, posting the largest year-over-year increase in more than five years. Every major category increased on a year-over-year basis as mortgage rates continue to trend lower, led by strong increases in refinancing and adjustable-rate mortgage activity.  Full article here: Mortgage Activity Continued to Climb in November (512) 853-0110...

  A lot of people are asking the same thing right now: “Is it even a good time to sell?” And the truth may come as a bit of a surprise...for many homeowners, the answer is a strong yes. Why? Because of one major factor working in your favor: your equity.  Full article here: Your Equity Could Change Everything About Your Next Move (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you...

  Mortgage rates have been moderating in recent weeks, and the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage could dip to 6% in the new year, if real estate predictions hold. That would be a notable decrease from the 7% rates seen at the start of 2025—and it could unleash a group of home buyers who had been sidelined in the market. Full article here: A Mortgage Rate Drop to 6% Would Ring in More Home Buying (512)...

  Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of REALTORS®, is forecasting a 14% nationwide increase with home sales for 2026, following 2025’s stagnating levels. New-home sales are also projected to rise 5% next year. “Next year is really the year that we will see a measurable increase in sales,” Yun said. Full article here: Housing Market Set for a 2026 Comeback, NAR...

"For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isa 9:6 Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New...

  Spring gets all the attention, but it’s not always the best time to sell a house. Yes, more buyers show up, but so do a lot of other sellers. Winter is different. With fewer homes on the market, your house has a much better chance of standing out. And that one advantage can make a big difference. Full article here: Why Selling Your House This Winter Gives You an Edge (512) 853-0110...

  New home construction today is giving buyers something it feels like they haven't gotten much lately: a real shot at both the home they want and the deal they need. More brand-new options are on the market right now, and builders are rolling out incentives that make these homes more affordable than many people expect. Full article here: This May Be the Best Time To Buy a Brand-New Home (512)...

  If you’re like a lot of homeowners, you’ve probably thought: “I’d like to move… but I don’t want to give up my 3% rate.” That’s fair. That rate has been one of your best financial wins – and it can be hard to let go. But here’s what you need to remember...a great rate won’t make up for a home that no longer works for you. Life changes, and sometimes, your home needs to change with...

Here are the November/2025 MLS single-family statistics for Austin, TX: Our Austin metro home market showed more of the same results in November–as we have most of the year–with some positives, negatives and uneven results each month. I do believe we have shaken off the worst of this lackluster market, though, and firmly believe that 2026 will begin a run of strong activity like we had for 10+...