DO YOU KNOW A BUYER FOR ONE OF THESE HOMES?

1. 3903 Hyridge. West Central Austin near Mesa & Steck. $359,000. 4/3/2 with 2 masters and a study. Hardwoods, tile, large oaks. about 2000 sq.ft. Built in the late 60's.

2. 4006 Kandy. South Austin neat William Cannon & Brodie. $162,000. 3/2/2 with hardwoods, fresh interior paint, new carpet, deck, new garage doors. about 1300 sq.ft. Built in the 80"s

3. 5916 Kevin Kelly in NW austin near Parmer and McNeil. $122,000. 2/1.5/1 garden home with fresh interior paint and new carpet and tile. About 900 sqft. Built in the 80's.

For more information and photos visit http://www.robinscottrealtor.com and select featured listings.

2014 GOALS

My goal for the new year is to sell 3 homes a month. I need your help. If you know anyone who is interested in buying or selling a home, ask if you can provide me with their contact information and I'll followup with them to present my services. I have great search, find and negotiating tools for buyers and a wide range of marketing opportunities for sellers.

Let me know what your goals are and if I can help you.
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AUSTIN AREA MARKET STATISTICS FOR OCTOBER

According to statistics gathered by the Austin Board of REALTORS, there was a 6% decline in sales year-to-date .

For October from October 2006:

Homes sold is 1,772, down 15%

Median price is $180,000, up 3%

Active listings are 9,341, up from 7,947

REAL ESTATE SCAMS ON CRAIGSLIST

Be careful using and shopping on craigslist.

One scam I've encountered several times has occurred when I've posted properties for lease. I get an email from a "doctor in the UK" who writes in very poor English that he's coming to the US in two weeks and want's to rent my property. His financial person will contact me about sending the deposit plus extra money which I will then send on to him. Every email I get has a sightly different address and the "doctor" won't fill out an application.

On the ABOR Web site I just read about a scam where legitimate for sale postings are being duplicated as for lease posting by people who don't own the property but are claiming to be the owners. They take the applicants deposit and first month rent and the leasee will notget possession of the property or have anyway to get their money back.

Be careful divulging personal information. Consult a REALTOR.
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EVEN MORE THINGS TO DO IN AUSTIN

1. Have a chuckle at many of the comedy clubs in town.

2. Explore the National Wildflower Research Center.

3. Tour Austin’s many brewpubs.

4. Enjoy performances by Ballet Austin 476-9051.

5. Take a walking tour of the Capitol grounds 478-0098.

6. Visit the LBJ Presidential Library & Museum 482-5136.

7. Follow the path of famous Texas on the Walk of Stars 478-0098.

8. Walk trough the dinosaur tracks in Zilker Park 478-6875.

9. Tour the Governors Mansion, residence since 1856 463-5518.

10. Attend a performance at the Paramount Theater 472-5411.
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I WANT TO BE YOUR REALTOR

If you're interested in buying or selling a house, call me. I would like an opportunity to show you what I can do for you. I offer special search features to buyers and marketing opportunities to sellers. 512.589.7988 or robin@robinscottrealtor.com

Is there a topic you'd like addressed or a real estate question you'd like answered. Let me know and I'll post it on my blog.
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CAPITAL GAIN TAX AND SELLING A HOME

Do You Have to Pay Capital Gains Tax? If you have lived in your home for 2 of the last five years of home ownership, you may not have to pay any capital gains tax. For single homeowners the limit is $250,000 of gain and for married homeowners the limit is $500,000. The gain is the difference between what you paid for the home and what you sold it for. If you have any other questions related to residential real estate, call or email Robin at 512.589.7988 or robin@robinscottrealtor.com

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DEFINITION OF A REALTOR

All Realtors® are real estate agents but not all real estate agents are Realtors®. In Texas, to be a real estate agent, one must fulfill educational requirements, pass a difficult licensing exam administered by Texas Real Estate Commission and be granted a license by the State of Texas. The term “Realtor®” is a registered trademark reserved solely for active members of the National Association of Realtors®. A Realtor® must swear to a higher code of ethics and this membership grants access to the local Board of Realtors® and the multiple listing service (MLS.)

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REDUCED - CENTRAL AUSTIN HOME FOR SALE - $359,000

This unique 60's contemporary is located just west of MoPac and north of Steck within walking distance of Hill Elementary. It's a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2-car garage with 1 living, 1 dining and a study. The photographer is coming today so I'll have photos to post before the end of the week. In the meantime, I'll describe it. There's Saltillo tile in the foyer and dining. The large livingroom has a 15' ceiling, hardwood floors and a very distinctive loft feel. The kitchen is open to the diningroom and has a bar into the livingroom. There are 2 masters - one down and one up. Both guest bedrooms are down. There is also a study just off the foyer. The lot has beautiful, large oak trees and a circular drive. Refrigerator, washer & dryer are included (indoor utility room.) 2036 sq.ft. CAD. Built in 1967. Offered at $359,000.

For more information or to see this property call me at 512.589.7988



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JUST LISTED- GARDEN HOME FOR $122,000

It's in a quiet neighborhood close to shopping and major employers in the Parmer/McNeil area. Some of the special features of this 2/1.5/1 include a small yard for low maintenance, deck, refrigerator, cathedral ceilings, ceiling fans, fireplace, internet connections, and more. It has fresh interior paint, new carpet and a new garage door. 920 sq.ft. Built in 1985. Photos to come. Visit http://www.robinscottrealtor.com or email robin@robinscottrealtor.com or call robin at 512.589.7988

WHAT'S YOUR HOME WORTH?

If you are thinking of selling your home and would like an idea of what it may sell for, I offer a FREE comparative market analysis for Austin area homeowners based on actual sold homes of similar size, age and quality from your neighborhood. Call or email me with the request at 512.589.7988 or robin@robinscottrealtor.com

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FOR SALE - STARTER HOME IN SOUTH AUSTIN

4006 Kandy Dr. FOR $160,000. This is a great opportunity to buy a starter home 20 minutes from downtown in the William Canon/Brodie area. It's close to shopping and easy access to MoPac. New on the market, this is a 3/2/2 with the master up and 2 bedrooms down. It has hardwood floors in the living area and new carpet in the bedrooms. The house has just been painted in and out and has new garage doors. Large yard with deck and cathedral ceilings add to the charm of this home. Photos to come so check http://www.robinscottrealtor.com under featured listings for photos. Built in 1984 with 1314 sq.ft. For more information call Robin at 589.7988.

WHAT FEES BUYERS CAN EXPECT TO PAY

As a home buyer, you need to know what to expect in terms of costs you will incur in purchasing a home.

You will not have to pay the REALTORS commission so use one. There are so many things a professional can help you with such as financing information, searching, negotiations and processes and procedures.

1. Earnest money - usually 1% of the offer price.

2. Option fee - about $200.

3. Whole house inspection - about $350 and up depending on the size of the home.

4. Termite inspection - about $75.

5. Appraisal - about $450.

6. Closing fees - from the lender and title company ares estimated at 3% of the cost of the purchase.

7. Other fees - depending on the terms of the loan, the lender may require prepaids.

8. Your downpayment amount.

For further explanations or help in purchasing a home contact me at 589.7988 or robin@robinscottrealtor.com

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HOW REAL ESTATE COMMISSIONS WORK

A potential client asked me to reduce my commission because his house would probably sell in 2 weeks. What a curious thing to ask. I'm thinking, if it takes longer than 2 weeks will I get more commission? If that's how it works, should I slow the marketing process so it won't sell as quickly?

The truth is I put all the effort I can into selling a house quickly. Most of the work I do is in the first 2 weeks and negotiating after an offer is submitted. Just as the home seller wants to be compensated for the work they do at their job, so the REALTOR® wants to be compensated for their.

I charge a 6% commission which I split with the buyers agent and then split again with Amelia Bullock Realtors plus I pay for MLS membership fees, conitnuing education and the marketing of a home. If you use my services to sell your home and buy a new one, I will reduce my commission on the sale of your home to 5%.

Did you know that national statistics show that 9 out of 10 for sale by owers eventually list with a REALTOR®? As a real estate professional, I'm here to make the process as smooth and easy as possible. If you have any questions or would like a presentation on how I can help you, call or email 512.589.7988 or robin@robinscottrealtor.com