How To Sell a House in Austin: November 2014

Monday, November 24, 2014

What do Buyers Want Part 2

I know what buyers want because I have worked with so many of them. It changes from year to year and representing both buyers and sellers helps me understand both sides of a transaction so I can advise either on what to expect from the other.

Congratulations to Mick and Emma on the purchase of their first home! They wanted a home that fit within their budget, was a short commute to work and didn't require too much updating or repairs. They found just the right home in the Lamplight village neighborhood of Austin that had recently been update. Thanks for choosing me as your REALTOR!

1015 Dogwood Trail for Sale in Cedar Park for only $249,900.
A one-story with a 3-car garage! Open floorplan with an MIL for kids. Tons of upgrades plus refrigerator conveys. Master features dual vanity, garden tub, separate shower and walk-in closet. Near end of street with no through traffic, light and bright with a full sprinkler system and a covered patio. 1916 sq.ft. CAD, built in 2011. MLS# 6793386
http://www.tourfactory.com/1243018

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Monday, November 17, 2014

What Do Home Buyers Want Part 1

According to PulteGroup Home Index Survey, the kitchen is the most important feature for buyers followed by the master bedroom.

And what features do they want in a kitchen. Just watch some house hunting shows on HGTV. They almost all want the same things: stainless appliances and granite countertops. Addition features would include a contemporary backsplash, island, tall cabinets and recessed lighting.

If you are wondering what you can do to attract buyers, update your kitchen. See the photo link to the listing below to see the kind of kitchen buyers are looking for.

Thursday, November 13, 2014

Austin Home Sales - September 2014

Austin-area home prices set record in September 2014

Austin Board of REALTORS® releases real estate statistics for September 2014

September 2014 Statistics

2,524 – Single-family homes sold, UP 10% from September 2013.

$240,000 – Median price for single-family homes, UP eight% from September 2013.

6,469 – Active single-family home listings on the market, UP eight% from September 2013.

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Sold in Milwood/Rattan Creek - 7434 Dallas Dr., Austin

7434 Dallas Dr., Austin, Texas 78729. Reduced to $195,000, this home is now SOLD!

This house had been vacant for years and was in need of TLC but the seller "didn't want to give it away." With great marketing, negotiating and followup it sold in only 24 days. Thank you Dorothy for choosing me as your REALTOR and a special thanks to my co-agent, Elle.

Monday, November 3, 2014

Good Photograph Makes a Difference When Selling a House

When consumers and other REALTORS are looking for just the right house; they view your house photos on-line and make a decision about whether it's worth their time to visit the house. If the lighting is bad, the color is off or the angle is unappealing, the buyer will pass and move on to a home whose photos look good. Good photography makes a difference when selling a house.

When I list a house, I use a professional photographer. That way I know my advertising is getting the most it can. Here is a link to my latest listing with great photos: http://www.tourfactory.com/1243018