The tax is NOT a transfer tax on real estate sales and similar transactions. Read to see what it is. Continue reading
Almost 2800 square feet on 1/4 acre, built in 2010! Must see! Continue reading
A few days ago the Austin Chamber Of Commerce published a very good summary of employment and unemployment in the Austin area … worth reading. Continue reading
I am often asked, “What’s the average price per square foot in Austin?” Here’s the REAL answer! Continue reading
Sales between $120,000 and $160,000 represented less than 10% of market activity in 2011 and 2012. At the same time, sales between $200,000 and $400,000 have become well-established contributors to our market over the past few years, representing 34% of sales in 2011 and 36% of sales so far in 2012! Continue reading
The strength of the Central Texas real estate market continues …. Listing inventory is down, representing just a 4-month supply — solidly in seller’s market territory. The monthly unit sales pace is still about 20% lower than the peak of the market cycle in June 2006, but is almost 24% higher than the same month last year. Continue reading
Just a fun bit of recognition for those of us who love living in Austin: America’s 50 Best Cities — Best Places to Live
Mortgage rates across the U.S. are down again this week! Continue reading
Austin is our pick for Most Likely to Succeed because of its low-tax structure, key incentives and record for growth. Continue reading
The U.S., Texas, and Austin need the entire housing sector to regain its footing. Let’s hope that June 2012 is the beginning of a new period of healthy growth. Continue reading