Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back. According to a Bankrate survey, 2 out of every 5 (42%) Americans believe you need excellent credit to qualify for a mortgage.  Full article here: The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding...

  As the housing market enters 2026, leading economists point to a range of forces likely to shape the year ahead for buyers, sellers, investors and the real estate industry. While notable headwinds persist, they agree on one thing: The housing market is showing signs of a rebalance—and a rebound—in 2026. Full article here: 2026 Real Estate Outlook: What Leading Housing Economists Are...

  If you’re thinking about selling your house this year, you may be torn between two options: Do you sell it as-is and make it easier on yourself? No repairs. No effort. Or do you fix it up a bit first – so it shows well and sells for as much as possible? In 2026, that decision matters more than it used to. Here’s what you need to know. Full article here: Thinking about Selling Your House...

  Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest barrier standing between most people and their next move. And a lot of buyers and sellers have been holding their breath waiting for things to get better. The good news? It’s finally happening. Full article here: Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability...

  If there is a time when real estate ever goes “on sale,” January may be it. A new study from LendingTree suggests home buyers could save an average of $23,000 by purchasing in January rather than waiting until May on a 1,500-square-foot home. Full article here: Save $23,000 by Buying in January? This Study Says You Can (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are unable...

  The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller U.S. National Home NSA Index showed modest but steady growth in October, reflecting a 1.4% increase in home prices year over year after a 1.3% increase last month. Recent housing activity suggests that modest improvements in demand are emerging, though, supported by lower mortgage rates and seasonally favorable conditions. Full article here: Home Price Growth Picks...

  Long-term mortgage rates have been declining since mid- 2025 and ended the year at their lowest level since September 2024. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.19% in December, 5 basis points (bps) lower than November. Full article here: Mortgage Rates End 2025 at the Lowest Level of the Year (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are...

  Texas small-business owners are optimistic about the economy and expecting growth in 2026, a new survey found. Nearly 80% of Texas small-business owners expect sales growth in the new year, and about 70% plan capital investments, according to a national survey of roughly 1,000 small business owners conducted by Comerica Bank. Full article here: Small firms are upbeat about ‘26 (512) 853-0110...

Here are the December/2025 MLS single-family statistics for Austin, TX: We ended 2025 with more mixes results with December’s numbers: Double-digit negative (ie-red) categories in our activity numbers like the number of Listings (homes for sale); Inventory (# of months it would take to sell all homes currently for sale at the current sales rate); Days on Market (how many days homes have been for...

  Hearing talk about home prices falling? That may leave you worried about whether your house is losing value. But here’s what you need to know. While some local markets have seen small price dips this year, home prices are not falling nationally. So, don’t let the headlines scare you. Full article here: Headlines Have You Worried about Your Home’s Value? (512) 853-0110...