May 2026

  For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way. But some buyers are getting creative and finding a way to still make the numbers work – and that’s through co-buying. The Dream Is Still Alive. The Math Just Isn’t Working for Everyone. Young people haven’t given up on the dream of owning a home – not even close. Full article here: Could...

  Hutto’s economic development arm has signed a deal with Houston-based Fidelis to build what officials say would be the city’s largest shopping center. Like many Austin suburbs, Hutto, a city of roughly 50,000 east of Round Rock, has seen rapid residential growth in recent years. Full article here: Hutto lands biggest shopping center yet despite lawsuit (512) 853-0110...

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast. But the thing is, nationally, it’s taking a little longer to sell lately. And that slowdown can feel frustrating if you want a fast process. Here’s what you need to realize. In every market right now, there’s one clear exception. Full article here: The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the...

  Every year, millions of people purchase homes or refinance existing mortgages. These mortgages—often of 30-year duration—allow households to reach the American dream of homeownership. This is a long, detailed article but it will answer most of your questions about mortgages. Full article here: Where Do Mortgage Rates Come From Anyway? (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If...

The U.S. housing market showed mixed but generally improving conditions in March, as new home sales strengthened and price pressures continued to ease. Full article here: New Home Sales Rise, Supported by Limited Existing Inventory  (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are unable to open the link/article above, please let me know so I can get it to you another...

Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.”– Franklin D. Roosevelt Today is Memorial Day.  This is one of our most important national holidays as we pay  homage to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice–their life–so the rest of us can enjoy the incredible Freedoms this country has to give.  I hope you will take some time...

  The national economy is not in a recession, nor is it about to fall into one. The latest job market is showing more net new job additions and low unemployment of only 4.3%. The wage growth of 3.6% to an average hourly rate of $37.41 in April is modestly outpacing the latest available consumer price inflation in March. Moreover, income growth is easily outpacing national home price growth and,...

  You may have heard April 12-18 was the “best week” to list your house. That’s based on a report from Realtor.com. But now that it’s passed, you may be wondering if you missed your moment. Here's the good news – you didn’t. Because the reality is, there isn’t just one perfect week to sell your house this Spring. Full article here: Is Late May the Best Time To List Your House? (512)...

Here are the April/2026 MLS single-family statistics for Austin, TX:  April was easily the best year of this month with positive movement in EVERY category!  For instance: Listings were up by the lowest amount this year and well below our 7% increase YTD average of 7%; Pendings were up by 12% which is the 3rd month in a row of double-digit increases and 5 points above our YTD...

  You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? It’s a question a lot of people are asking. With today’s home prices and mortgage rates, renting can feel like the easier path. In some cases, it might even seem like the only realistic option right now. And if that’s where you are, there’s nothing wrong with that. Full article here: Rent or Buy? The...