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Market Update for Austin, TX – August 2022

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It’s been a wild couple of months in the real estate world; here’s a quick market update for Austin, TX. Interest Rates: 2022 mortgage rates spiked after a historic low period in interest rates throughout 2020 and 2021. Right now rates are hovering around 5.5%. The 30-year average for mortgage rates is around 7%, so buyers […]

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Austin, TX Fall Home Maintenance Tips

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Temperatures in Austin are starting to show signs of fall. As the heat fades there’s no better time to check off some home maintenance items before Austin enters another unpredictable winter! Take a look below at a few must-do fall home maintenance tips. 1. Add or Clean Out Gutters Many homes in Austin do not […]

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How to Protest Property Taxes in Williamson County, Texas

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Spring in Williamson County marks the start of property tax season. If you own property that has increased in market value by at least $1,000 in the last year, you should receive a Notice of Appraised Value from the Williamson County Appraisal District. Halfway down the notice are two numbers; assessed value for last year […]

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Top Home Upgrades in Austin, TX

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The holidays are getting closer and for many people this year, that means a holiday season at home. As you celebrate in your own respective ways, here a couple of home improvement projects to consider that yield high returns* in Austin. *All return on investment estimates based on the 2020 Hanley Wood Media Inc remodeling statistics […]

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Market Update for Austin, Texas

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As we enter month three of the pandemic, more and more data is becoming available as to how COVID-19 is affecting businesses, the stock market, and the real estate market. The Austin Board of Realtors just released the April 2020 stats, and while overall home sales are down 20% from last April, the median sales […]

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How to Protest Property Taxes in Travis County, Texas

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Spring in Travis County marks the start of property tax season. If you own property that has increased in market value by at least $1,000 in the last year, you should receive a Notice of Appraised Value from the Travis County Appraisal District. At the top of the notice are two numbers; assessed value and […]

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5 Tips to Make Your Next Move Easier

5 Tips to Make Your Next Move Easier

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Buying a new home or moving into a new place is exciting, but moving generally is not. Here are a few tips to make your next move a bit simpler and more affordable. 1. Get Free Moving Boxes Buying enough boxes to pack up an entire house can add up quickly. Next time you’re planning […]

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Flood Changes in Austin, TX

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Ever heard of Atlas 14? Probably not, but you might this fall. Due to the increased frequency of heavy rains, storms, and flooding in the Austin area, a study called Atlas 14 was conducted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Atlas-14 shows a roughly 33% increase in the amount of rain that could […]

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Interest Rates are Rising – What it Means for You

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If you’re someone who reads the paper or watches the news, you’ve probably heard about Fed hikes and interest rates. If those terms don’t ring a bell, no worries! Here’s what you need to know: 1. The Federal Reserve raised interest rates at the end of September for the third time this year. 2. As a result […]

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Home Renovations that Pay Off

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Whether selling a home, planning renovations or looking to buy, it’s smart to know which upgrades are worthwhile. If selling, smart upgrades can be the difference between boosting the sales price a few extra thousand dollars or wasting precious pennies that could go into a new home. When house hunting, being able to spot a […]

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