Home Sellers

  See how every state compares for your income — find out where you'd pay the least (and the most) in taxes.  Even though we frequently hear complaints about Texas property taxes, the overall tax burden is #7 lowest in the U.S. and explains why more and more people and businesses are moving to Texas.  Full article here: Which U.S. state has the lowest overall tax burden? (512) 853-0110...

Here are the July/2026 MLS single-family statistics for Austin, TX: July’s 6 green categories was the 3rd month-in-a-row where we had 5+ green categories which reflects the slow but steadily improving market for single family homes in our Austin metro. As always, the numbers in my graphic above are from the perspective of a home seller.  Buyers and sellers have opposing needs and desires so...

  If you own a luxury house, you're in a stronger spot than most sellers right now. While much of the market has cooled, the high-end tier hasn't. Sale prices and buyer demand are both up. So if you're considering selling, now could be a great time to make your move. Full article here: Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time (512) 853-0110 or robert@AustinTxHomeSales.com If...

About a third of all U.S. housing stock and nearly half the nation’s real estate wealth is held by baby boomers, a generation that is now approaching its sunset years and is expected to spark a "silver tsunami" once they downsize, sell, or leave their homes to their children and relatives. Full article here: Who Will Buy Baby Boomers’ Houses? The Question That Could Shape the 2030s  (512)...

.  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...

  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...

  Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger. Inflation is high, costs are high, and you want to be sure the timing is right before you make your move. But if you do decide to go for it, whether you're buying or selling, here's something reassuring to hold onto. Not only does your move change your own life, but it also gives your whole community a...

Here are the June/2026 MLS single-family statistics for Austin, TX:  Looking at June’s home sales numbers, I have to go back to June/2021 (5 years ago) to find ANY month with 7 out of the 8 categories in green!  I hope these numbers confirm for you that regardless of what you may read in the press about the real estate market in general, the Austin market is steadily...

  You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that's true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are. Some areas are still seeing solid price growth. Others have gone flat. A few have actually dipped slightly negative. So, what's causing all of that variation? Full article here: The 1...

.  When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence. You start second-guessing everything, including the decision to move in the first place. And that raises 2 big questions: Do you try again? Is that even worth it? Full article here: Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s How To Turn It Around (512) 853-0110...