Home Buyers

  Renting can feel like the easier choice right now. There’s no big down payment. No dealing with surprise repairs. And no long-term commitment. But then your rent goes up again. And again. And suddenly the thing that seemed flexible starts looking… expensive, especially considering you’re not building any equity. And once that happens, it’s easy to feel a little trapped in the cycle. Full...

The NAHB 2026 priced-out estimates show that the housing affordability challenge is widespread across the country. In 39 states and the District of Columbia, over 65% of households are priced out of the median-priced new home market. This indicates a significant disconnect between higher new home prices, elevated mortgage rates, and household incomes. Full article here: How Housing Affordability...

  At some point, a house that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore. Maybe you need more space. Maybe working from home turned your dining room into a permanent office. Maybe the layout just doesn’t match how you live now. If your current house is starting to feel like it’s holding you back instead of supporting your life, it’s natural to think about making a move. But that brings up the next...

  If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see: Mortgage rates drop a little more and more homes hit the market.  But here’s what most buyers don’t realize: Buying just a few weeks earlier could mean paying less, dealing with less stress, and feeling less rushed. Full article here: Top 3 Reasons To Buy a...

The real estate market may be showing signs of improvement for first-time homebuyers as 2026 begins, with experts pointing to stabilizing mortgage rates and increased housing inventory as positive factors. Home prices have changed drastically in recent years due to COVID-19 and other influences.  Full article here: First-time homebuyers see improved outlook for 2026 housing market  (512)...

A mortgage payment on a typical home is forecast to be affordable in 20 major metropolitan areas by the end of the year, the most since 2022. Trifecta of slow-growing prices, falling mortgage rates and rising incomes inform Zillow’s forecast.  Full article here: Typical Home Should be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by End of 2026, the Most Since 2022 (512) 853-0110...

  National Association of REALTORS® leaders voiced measured optimism that federal policymakers are taking meaningful steps to address the shortage of single-family homes for sale. Full article here: White House Focuses on Affordability, Homeownership (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...

  If you've ever lived in a college town, you know they can be great places to get your start as a single person and to raise a family. But that's not all college towns have to offer folks. These places can be a great place for investors to find an income-generating property that can help pay for their bills or lower their financial stress. Austin is #3 on the list. Full article here: Realtors...

  When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking: What’s wrong with it? Why hasn’t anyone bought it yet? Am I missing something? That mindset made sense a few years ago. But in today’s market, you may actually miss out. Full article here: You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the...

  If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped their toes into the 5s – something that hasn’t happened in about 3 years. Full article here: Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal. (512) 853-0110...