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Austin, Texas January 2021 Housing Market Statistics Homes sales jump 23.9% in January Impact from winter storms likely to increase housing demand AUSTIN, Texas – Austin-Round Rock MSA home sales jumped 23.9% to 2,523 sales in January, according to the latest Central Texas Housing Market Report by
Like many Austinites, you might be looking to buy a home more affordably. It's easy to see why. Current home prices are running $30-$70k above appraisal value. And like other buyers on a tight budget, you may be considering purchasing a foreclosure. How do foreclosures work? How do you go about purc
Austin, Texas December 2020 Housing Market Statistics Austin-Round Rock MSA closes year with record-breaking $17B housing market Housing demand across Central Texas soars to all-time high AUSTIN, Texas – The Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) closed 2020 by breaking records as
Austin Local Team tracks the Austin, TX housing market in-depth and periodically analyzes the market based on trends we observe. Watch along as we recap the 2020 Austin Texas housing market. In this video we touch on key housing metrics, compare 2020 year to 2019 year, and share tips & strategies in
The word "Austin" is becoming synonymous with the word "growth." More than 35 companies have moved to the city last year alone, and many existing companies are amping up their hiring. Why is this? Some of the biggest reasons are significantly lower taxes, cheaper real estate, and less regulation. Al
It's time! You saved up, browsed local listings, and scouted locations for the perfect places to live. You are now ready to buy a home. But are you really? There is no question owning a home is one of life's most rewarding experiences. Not only is it fiscally smart, but it is also personally gratify
A usable apartment-tour checklist for Austin renters, from the actual unit and itemized quote to parking, pet access, utilities and move-in condition.
A practical California-to-Austin decision brief covering location, scouting, moving quotes, possession and new-resident tasks.
Austin, Texas November 2020 Housing Market Statistics AUSTIN, Texas – The Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) posted a record-breaking month of sales this November, according to the latest Central Texas Housing Market Report released by the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR). MSA hom
It’s that time! You’re ready to shop for a new home and wondering what steps to take first. Do you sell your home before you buy, or do you wait until your new home is secured and then list your previous home for sale? Both options are important to analyze because owning two homes at […]
Whether you are new to Austin or are just looking for a change of scenery, there are plenty of areas to live in to fit your personality. You can indulge in the quirky side, the more subdued side, and a whole range of options in between. Some areas have been popular for a while now, […]
If you are planning to sell or buy a home in Austin, TX, there are free estimating tabulators that provide a property's estimated value, but how well do they stack up to an in-person estimate? Algorithms are more popular in recent years and used by companies such as Zillow, Redfin, and Realtor.com,
Most people dream of buying a home, and for some, the reasons go beyond the living experience. Homes and real estate are often seen as good financial investments. But is this really true? Is Buying Houses a Good Idea or Not? The answer to this question varies because a critical determining factor is
Austin, Texas October 2020 Housing Market Statistics Central Texas housing market continues strong sales growth AUSTIN, Texas – The Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) posted another strong month of sales growth, according to the October 2020 Central Texas Housing Market Report rel
'Tis the season to be jolly, and a home sale is one sure way to make it jollier. But beyond being a wonderful holiday present for buyers and a nice profit for sellers this time of year, there are other advantages to buying and selling real estate during the holidays that are worth considering. Thoug
When you put your home on the market, your mind races with thoughts of what your new funds will do. Each day you think about how much you will make and how long it will take to make it. But what happens if it just…never…sells? If a home stays on the market, the chance of […]
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If you are looking for homes for sale in Austin, TX, a recommended first step is to enlist the help of a realtor. But why? Is a realtor really necessary? Technically, realtors aren’t required for home purchases, but enlisting realtors when buying is standard procedure nationwide. According to the Na
You may have come across news stories and social media posts discussing how the coronavirus is affecting the housing market, and they may leave you cautious about selling or buying a home. But there is good news: not everything is as it seems, and this is particularly true in Austin. Recent national
Austin, Texas September 2020 Housing Market Statistics Central Texas housing market continues to soar despite low inventory AUSTIN, Texas—According to the latest Central Texas Housing Market Report released by the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR), the Central Texas housing market continues to exhibi
Are you thinking about buying a home in the beautiful city of Austin? This sprawling town is growing every year, and with all that it has to offer, it's no surprise you want to live there! Let's take a look at some crucial steps for a successful Austin home search. 1.Find Out What You Can […]
Austin, Texas August 2020 Housing Market Statistics Austin-area housing market remains undeterred amid ongoing pandemic AUSTIN, Texas—As the summer-selling season comes to a close, the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) latest Central Texas Housing Market Report indicates the Austin-area housing marke
Austin, Texas March 2020 Housing Market Statistics Housing market continues to bounce back; real estate is vital to early economic recovery AUSTIN, Texas—According to the latest Central Texas Housing Market Report released by the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR), the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan S
Austin, Texas JUNE 2020 Housing Market Statistics June home sales rebound across Austin area; sales decline in first half of 2020 due to COVID-19 AUSTIN, Texas—Home sales in the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) rebounded this June with a 9.3% increase year over year, which help