Insights
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The Pandemic and Your Net Worth
Many people believed that a recession would mean a decline in home prices and negatively impact their net worth. To the contrary we have seen record highs in home prices and net worth. How does this impact the housing market going forward?
Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life
For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical. A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a tiny apartment. That same space, to a growing family, would feel stifling. For empty nesters, a large home with several unused bedrooms can become impractical to heat and clean. It’s no surprise that life transitions often trigger a home purchase.
Can I Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?
The housing market in Austin has been “white hot” over the last year. Can we expect the good times to continue or should you prepare for a crash?
Is the Austin Real Estate Market Going to Crash?
The housing market in Austin has been “white hot” over the last year. Can we expect the good times to continue or should you prepare for a crash?
Home Design & Remodeling Trends for 2021
We’ve all spent a lot more time at home over the past year. And for many of us, our homes have become our office, our classroom, our gym—and most importantly, our safe haven during times of uncertainty. To help inspire your design projects this year, we’ve rounded up five of the hottest trends.
New Year Home Goals. Whether You’re Selling, Buying or Staying Put.
The new year compels people to take inventory and offers them the opportunity to set goals ranging from their healthy, career, relationship and finances. With home prices rising, mortgage rates at historic lows and inventory levels very tight the start of the year is also the right time to make some resolutions regarding your home ownership.
10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday Season
This year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community.
The Austin Housing Market Expected to Remain Strong in 2021
Your other investments might have been on roller coasters this year, but the real estate market has been steady, competitive, and strong throughout. That makes it a good choice for your financial future.
5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
Virtual home tours are the popular thing right now. We’ll reveal five important secrets behind the virtual real estate scene.
What’s Your Best Option for More Space?
The pandemic and shelter in place order have changed all of our lives. Most significantly in the amount of time we spend at home. With many of us working and attending school at home as well as living there our priorities have changed when it comes to choosing a home.
What the Lowest Mortgage Rates in History Mean for You
The 30-year fixed rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history. What can you do to take advantage? Whether you currently own a home or are thinking about buying now could be the opportunity to lock in unprecedented rates.
9 DIY Improvements to Add Value to Your Home
Whether you are looking for ways to maximize your homes long-term value or prepping it to go on the market, these nine home improvement projects are a great way to add function, beauty and real value to your home.
Should You Consider Buying or Selling a Home Right Now?
For you to make that decision it’s important to consider your specific needs and circumstances and to understanding what’s likely ahead for the housing market and how that could impact you and your ability to buy a home.
20 Ways to Save Money and Stretch Your Household Budget
These days, it seems like everyone’s looking for ways to cut costs and stretch their income further. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to reduce your household expenses without making radical changes to your standard of living. When combined, these small adjustments can add up to significant savings each month.
#StayHome: How to Create Functional Spaces in Your Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Here are a few tips for creating comfortable and functional spaces within your home for work, school, and fitness. We also share some of our favorite ways to stay connected as a community, because we’re all in this together … and no one should face these trying times alone.
Top 5 Home Design Trends for a New Decade
Whether you’re planning a simple refresh or a full-scale renovation, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in home design.
2020 Outlook: Real Estate Market Forecast
What can historical precedent—combined with today’s data—tell us about the future of real estate? Here’s where experts predict the housing market is headed in 2020 and beyond.