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Homebuyer Assistance Programs

“Borrow responsibly.” Continue reading →

Short Sales and Foreclosures … Bargains?

There is always a reason when a property is priced below market …. Continue reading →

The hits keep comin’

Not only did we dodge the worst of the effects of the recession and housing downturn, but we were recognized as the first city to enter the recovery phase, and now our innovative spirit and success as an incubator of small businesses is being held out as an example of how to grow and succeed in the future. Continue reading →

Homebuyer Tax Credits Continue for Military Members

The tax credits that just expired for most of us continue for a year for many in the military. This is important … and right! Continue reading →

March 2010 Surge in Home Sales

“Pending Home Sales on an Upswing” …. In addition to an increase in March in the number of homes sold and closed, the number of pending contracts is up, which should bode well for April and May closings. However ….
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Market Forecasts

I am pleased to see Austin among the 25 best, but I am equally happy to see us near the bottom of that list … for a number of reasons. Continue reading →

Wow! Austin Rankings Keep Coming

Austin — Top 10 for Business and Careers … and so much more! Continue reading →

Travis County Tax Appraiser: homes down, total stable

In Travis County, much like the rest of the Austin metropolitan area, the average value of a single family home is down in 2010 compared to 2009, but gains from new construction and the commercial sector help to keep total taxable property values very near last year’s number. Continue reading →

Central Texas Property Taxes — Estimated 2010 Values

In three counties that make up much of the Austin Metropolitan area, total assessed values are up slightly in 2010, despite downward movement in many individual properties. Continue reading →

Another vote of confidence for Austin and Texas

With these arguments against this hiring, I assume Chase sees offsetting strength in Texas and expects to originate many more loans here than they have in recent years. Continue reading →

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