Home Buyers

Homeownership is a symbol of financial stability for most Americans—but for those living in states where the cost of living is higher, it might seem like they're working solely to keep a roof over their heads. The median home price nationally is $412,000, according to the Realtor.com. Full article here: The Number of Days You Need To Work To Afford a Monthly Mortgage Payment  (512) 853-0110...

  A study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.​ Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and grow your net worth as home values rise. While renting may be the less expensive option in some markets, it can’t match the long-term benefits of...

  The much anticipated spring selling season is a few weeks away, and signs point to a friendlier market for homebuyers. The share of consumers saying that now is a good time to buy was the highest in over a year, but still only at 24%. Meanwhile, the share of those saying that it’s a good time to sell remains high, at 62%. Full article here: Good News for Homebuyers—It’s a Friendlier Market as...

  Cash for a down payment and closing costs can seem like an insurmountable obstacle for some first-time buyers. But two things may help: First, you may need less money than you think. Second, you may be surprised to find that you can qualify for homebuyer assistance programs. Full article here: How to Get the Cash You Need to Buy a Home (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If...

  Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen? According to the latest forecasts, experts say rates will decline, but not by as much as a lot of people want. The good news? Even if they don’t drop substantially, there are still ways to make buying a home more affordable. Full article here: How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower...

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to the lowest level of 2025, but it doesn’t seem enough to create urgency among prospective home buyers. Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.76% this week. At this week’s 6.76% rate, the monthly mortgage payment on a $400,000 home would be $2,078, assuming a 20% down payment. With a 10% down payment, the monthly mortgage payment would...

Research shows new homes are shrinking, and a recent study shows that matches consumer preferences.  When it comes to what home buyers want, detached single-family homes continue to be a hot commodity. And while buyers are looking for larger properties, it’s not a whole lot more than what they currently have, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Full article here: New...

No matter how you slice it, buying or selling a home is a big decision. And when you’re going through any change in your life and you need some guidance, what do you do? You get advice from people who know what they’re talking about. Moving is no exception. Full article here: Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If you are...

It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here’s why. Full article here: When Is the Perfect Time To Move? (512) 853-0110...

While the number of homes for sale varies by local area, nationally we’re up over 36% year-over-year, but still down almost 29% compared to what’s normal.​ Here’s what that means when you buy: more options for your search, more negotiation power for you, it’s more likely sellers will make select repairs, and more moderate price growth.If you want to talk more about what rising inventory...