Austin Metro Real Estate Market

Think Nobody’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again

.  If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there's a big difference between a slow market and a stalled one. Yes, mortgage rates are still higher than most people would like. Homes aren’t selling as fast as they were. And every week seems to bring another headline about buyers sitting on the sidelines. But here's...

Texas slips in business ranking but is still in top 5

  Texas is the country’s fourth-best state for business in 2026, according to a widely watched ranking from CNBC — a position that represents a slight downgrade for the famously pro-business Lone Star State. Last year, Texas ranked second overall behind only North Carolina. Full article here: Texas slips in business ranking but is still in top 5 (512) 853-0110...

What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026

  If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted. Affordability remained tight. And uncertainty overseas added another layer of pressure nobody saw coming. That's why so many people are asking the same question: Will the second half of the year be any better for the housing market? Full article here: What To Expect...

Austin’s 10 best-selling neighborhoods: See where buyers are flocking

  The cooling Austin metro housing market may have shifted in buyers' favor, but not every neighborhood is slowing down at the same pace. Even as still-high mortgage rates and increased inventory have reshaped the local market over the past year, demand remains concentrated in some of the city’s most established and sought-after neighborhoods. Full article here: Austin's 10 best-selling...

Housing market post-boom re-calibration explained

  During the Pandemic Housing Boom, housing demand surged rapidly amid ultra low interest rates, stimulus, and the remote work boom—which increased demand for space and unlocked “WFH arbitrage” as high earners were able to keep their income from a job in say, NYC or L.A., and buy in say Austin or Cape Coral-Fort Myers. Of course, the past few years have looked much different than the overheating of...

37-acre Noven neighborhood begins construction near Leander, Georgetown border

  The neighborhood, which was first announced in September 2025, is being developed in two phases. The first phase, which recently began construction, will include 48 homes on about 15 acres, while the second phase will add the remaining 59 homes on about 22 acres. The homes will range in size from a little under 3,000 square feet to 4,400 square feet. Residences will have between 3.5-4.5 bedrooms, 2-3.5...

Existing-Home Sales Dip as Housing Wealth Remains at All-Time High

Housing affordability is showing signs of improvement lately, but costs still may be the biggest reason many buyers remain hesitant to get into the market.  While sales fell last month, home prices soared. The median existing-home price hit an all-time high of $440,600 in June, NAR reports. Full article here: Existing-Home Sales Dip as Housing Wealth Remains at All-Time High (512) 853-0110...

Leander project with 4-acre lagoon revived after years of delays

  A proposed development in Leander that includes a 4-acre lagoon for swimming, a hotel, restaurants and retail, is up for consideration by the City Council this summer after falling apart since it was first announced in 2020. Leander Springs could create 2,614 jobs with an average annual salary of $66,000 and bring in $110.6 million in annual sales tax, according to figures provided by Hill. It would be...

Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don’t Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold

.  Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you've been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there, there's a good chance they've been on your mind lately. And if you’re questioning whether you have to hit pause on your plans to buy a home, here's the thing you have to remember. Full article here: Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don't Let It Put...

14 Years Running: Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment

  Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn't changed in 14 years. It's real estate. And this year, that answer comes with even more conviction behind it. New data shows people aren't just saying homeownership is a smart move, they're feeling better about it than they have in years. Let's dig into why. Full article...

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