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Easier short sales? Call me a skeptic!

Having worked short sales, representing buyers and sellers over the past several years, I’ll believe it when I see it. Continue reading

Mortgage rates at record low

Interest rates will almost certainly increase next Spring, at the same time that tax incentives expire and seasonal price increases begin. Very significant, given new debt-to-income requirements. Continue reading

More Evidence of the Strong Austin Market

Austin/Central Texas remains one of the strongest home markets in the United States, and conditions are right to make buying a home here in the next three to six months a great decision. Continue reading

Challenges for apartment owners next year

The aspects of living in Austin that have always attracted and kept people living here, coupled with tax incentives for home purchases are making apartment rental less attractive. Continue reading

Austin-Round Rock MSA — Growing Economy

As always, Austin must grapple with managing the positives of that growth while preserving the culture and the environment that are the basis for the “Austin Lifestyle” that attracts and keeps so many people here. Continue reading

HELOC Anyone?

If you needed any more evidence that the times have changed, this is it. Continue reading

Encouraging News for the U.S.Economy

Good news on manufacturing, construction, and home sales today. (See http://www.AustinMarketInfo.com.) The national economy is showing strength, and more economists are optimistic that the recovery is sustainable. Continue reading

Market Dashboard — Update

Market dashboard expanded, and explanation now available at http://www.AustinMarketDashboard.com.
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Time To Buy? Now!

Buyers who keep shopping now will be able to take advantage of any extension of the tax credit program that is enacted, and by moving sooner rather than later they’ll be able to capitalize on today’s lower prices and interest rates as well. Continue reading

Know Your Market

More than any time over the past several years, now is when the detailed market knowledge of a real estate professional is very important. Continue reading

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