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Owning Your Home Helps You Build Wealth

By |2023-07-20T18:44:37-05:00July 20, 2023|Real Estate|

You may have heard some people say it’s better to rent than buy a home right now. But, even today, there are lots of good reasons to become a homeowner. One of them is that owning a home is typically viewed as a good long-term investment that helps your net worth grow over time. Homeownership Builds Wealth Regardless of Income Level You may be surprised to learn homeowners across various income levels have a much higher net worth than renters who make the same amount. Data from First American helps illustrate this point (see graph below): What makes wealth so much higher for homeowners? A recent article from Realtor.com says: “Homeownership has [...]

What’s in Store? Decoding Mortgage Rate Trend Predictions

By |2023-12-01T12:17:32-06:00July 19, 2023|Real Estate Video|

In this brief video, I dive into the burning question everyone wants to know: "What's going to happen with mortgage rates?" While I can't predict the future, I'll share valuable insights from industry experts and tell you the advice I’m currently giving to my Austin, TX home buyers. My goal is to provide you with a clear understanding of the housing market, empowering you to make informed decisions whether you're a prospective home buyer or just curious about economic trends. If you have any questions or would like talk about real estate or your home buying and selling goals, please [...]

6 Brilliant Garage Storage Ideas

By |2023-07-17T11:32:48-05:00July 17, 2023|Real Estate|

Be honest: Does your garage look like a junkyard? Don’t be embarrassed if it does, you’re definitely not alone. While garages are something most people want as part of their house, a lot of the time, they end up becoming storage units for knickknacks, tools, gardening gear, and equipment that you don’t want inside your home over the years. And more often than not, over time they become more of a cluttered mess than a clean space to park your car. However, they don’t have to be. The trick is to invest in a few organizational products and DIYs. Use [...]

Austin Residential Market Trends

By |2023-07-17T11:18:10-05:00July 17, 2023|Market Reports|

June 2023 Market Update for Austin, Texas  The Austin real estate market is sizzling, and here are the latest market trends you need to know: 1️⃣ Inventory Update: Currently, there are only 4.47 months supply of inventory in Austin. This means there is high demand and limited supply. 2️⃣ Inventory Growth: Over the last 12 months, the Months Supply of Inventory has surged by an impressive +92.67%. This indicates a rapidly evolving market. 3️⃣ List to Sold Price: The List to Sold Price percentage stands strong at 97.7%. This shows that sellers are receiving close to their asking price, giving [...]

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