What Affects My New Home’s Resale Value? Are you considering buying a new construction home in the vibrant city of Austin? While it's essential to find a home that resonates with your desires and lifestyle, it's equally crucial to keep an eye on its potential resale value. Even if

                This is Shannon Mangin, giving you a tour of one of the most exclusive neighborhoods that's ever been built in the Austin Hill Country. This is Loraloma, which is the gated section of the Thomas Ranch neighborhood. Now, a little while ago, I did overview of Thomas Ranch, but this is

                If you're considering moving to Austin, Texas but you don't want to be in the middle of the city, you'd rather be outside in the suburbs, perhaps closer to the Texas Hill Country then Dripping Springs, Texas could be an excellent choice for you. It's a small town just to the southw

          Purchasing a new construction home is an exciting journey. The allure of fresh paint, modern designs, and untouched spaces is hard to resist. However, amidst all the excitement, there's one critical question you must answer before you make that decision: What else is going to be built in

            When you purchase a new construction home, there's a crucial step that many homeowners, including myself, often overlook. I didn’t realize the importance of this step when I bought my first home, but as a real estate agent with experience selling numerous new construction homes, I've l

            For the first time in over a decade, Austin might officially become a buyer's market. I’m going to break down all the latest stats and tell you exactly what that means if you're planning on making a move in 2024. The latest stats from the Austin Board of Realtors show a significant incr

Are big investors really buying up all the homes today?If you’re trying to find a house to buy, this may be something you’re wondering about. Maybe you’ve read about it or seen reels on social media saying investors buying all the homes is making it even harder to find what the average buyer is look

                  When people think of the Texas Hill Country, Dripping Springs often comes to mind as the gateway to this stunning region. Nestled in this picturesque area is Caliterra, one of my favorite neighborhoods. With its perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities, Caliterra is a

                If you're in the market for an affordable new construction home in Dripping Springs, you're in luck! Despite the area's reputation for pricier homes, there are three standout communities where you can find beautiful homes well below the typical price range. Join me as I break down t

If one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some information you may find interesting on both new home construction and existing homes (a home that’s been lived in by a previous owner).Newly Built Homes Need Less Upfront Maintenance If

If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home prices and mortgage rates. You’re wondering what’s going to happen next. And if it’s worth it to move now, or better to wait it out.The only thing you can really do is make the be

Some HighlightsWhile renting may be less expensive in some areas right now, there are two big benefits homeownership provides that renting can’t. ​Owning a home means you get to say goodbye to rising rents and hello to stability. It also gives you the chance to gain equity as home values rise over t

There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to go around. But things are starting to look up.There are more homes up for grabs this year. The graph below uses the latest data from Realtor.com to show in April 20

Having a hard time finding a first home that's right for you and your wallet? Well, here's a tip – think about condominiums, or condos for short.They're usually smaller than single-family homes, but that's exactly why they can be easier on your budget. According to the latest data from the National

Selling your house is a big decision. Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ve probably ever made, and it’s a place where you’ve created countless memories. That combo means there’s going to be a lot of emotions involved. You want someone who understands your perspective, knows what it fee

Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what's going on with home prices these days. Here's the scoop.The latest national data from Case-Shiller and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) shows they’re going up (see graphs below

Some HighlightsIf your needs have changed, now’s a great time to sell and get the features you want most.Many buyers are eager to move between the school years, so you may see a faster sale, multiple offers, a higher final sales price, and more.If you want to get your house ready for a summer listin

When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like. Maybe you’ve got a specific picture of that house in your mind. But unless you came into this process knowing you want to buy a newly built home, you may not have pictured new home

If you're thinking of buying or selling a house, it's important to know it doesn't just impact you—it helps out the local economy and your community, too.Every year, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) puts out a report that breaks down the financial impact that comes from people buying and s

If you’re a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question: will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home prices, mortgage rates, and more seemingly stacked against you.While there’s no a