Buying your first home should be one of life’s most exciting milestones. Instead, many new buyers find themselves stressed, confused, and making expensive mistakes that could have been easily avoided. Homebuying involves many moving parts, from getting pre-approved for a mortgage to navigating inspections and closing costs. Full article here: 7 First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes to Avoid  (512)...

  Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So, before you jump to conclusions, it’s important to look at the full picture. Full article here: The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See (512) 853-0110...

  Two Houston suburbs and an Austin suburb have been named among the 10 best U.S. cities to live in 2025 and 2026. In its annual report, U.S. News & World Report analyzed 250 major cities around the country using federal government data. The five indexes — quality of life, value, desirability, job market and net migration — were identified and weighted according to a February 2025 public...

  If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts suggest for the rest of 2025 – and what these shifts could mean for you. Full article here: Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025 (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are...

After years of community pushback, a $27 million master-planned community is under construction in Buda with the first move-ins expected by the end of the year. Dubbed Persimmon, the 775-acre project by Milestone Community Builders will feature 2,100 homes ranging from about 1,700 to more than 2,800 square feet. Full article here: 775-acre housing development coming to Buda after years of...

This has been one of the most unusual real estate markets I’ve seen in my 19 years in real estate. While inventory has gone up, prices haven’t dropped much, if at all in some areas; interest rates remain elevated, yet home buyers continue to purchase homes; our typically strong spring has been spread more evenly across the spring and summer months…all of these belie the norms.  The following...

  Buying your first home is a big milestone – and the right support is going to make it a whole lot easier. Because while this process might be brand new to you, it’s not new to your agent. They’ve helped plenty of first-time buyers through it. They know what works, what actually matters, and how you can move through the process with a lot less guesswork. Here are a few real-world tips based on...

  If recent home price headlines have you feeling worried, here’s some perspective.​​ Home values almost always go up in the long run. ​And the long-term gains offset any short-term dips. Basically, if you plan to live there for 5 or more years, you should be able to buffer yourself against any short-term declines. Let’s have a conversation about what’s happening with prices in our market,...

  It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. It’s the main reason why so many homeowners have delayed their move in recent years. But here’s something to consider. While your low rate might be ideal, it doesn’t make up being too cramped, having a staircase your knees can’t handle anymore, or being 1,000 miles from your family. And those real-life needs are...

  Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure if now’s the right time? A lot of people are waiting and wondering what the market’s going to do next. But here’s something only the savviest buyers realize: This summer might actually be the best time to buy in years. Here are three big reasons why. Full article here: 3 Reasons To Buy a Home This Summer (512) 853-0110...