My Real Estate Investing Strategies - entry 8

We are looking good! My husband and daughter spent last week cleaning, repairing and painting. On Sunday and Monday, I helped paint and it's almost all painted. We have never painted the entire house at once before but we started we just kept going so it would look really great.

Did you know that according to Texas Property Code (TPC), you are required to return the security deposit or an explanation as to why you didn't within 30 days of the end of the lease? So yesterday I dropped a letter in the mail. They did not provide a forwarding address so I sent it to the rental property address which is all that's required. I did not return the deposit. Usually there is something left after I deduct repair expenses but this time there was nothing.


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If you are interested in finding out more about Austin, living in Austin, real estate or buying or selling a home in Austin, I want to be your REALTOR. And I appreciate your referrals as well. Call or email to find out how I can help you. 512.589.7988 or robin @robinscottrealtor.com

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.
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Great Homeowner Information

  Houselogic.com is a new consumer Web site launched by the National Association of REALTORS to act as a valuable resource for homeowners interested in information on home improvement, maintenance, taxes, finance insurance and the real estate market. All things a homeowner or home buyer would need.

If you are interested in buying or selling a home in the Austin area, I would love to be of assistance to you. Please call or email me 512.589.7988 or robin@robinscottrealtor.com

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

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How Much Should You Spend on a Home

In the book Stop Acting Rich. . .And Start Living Like a Millionaire by Thomas Stanley, Ph.D. there are some interesting statistics about the price range value of homes in which millionaires reside.

403,211 millionaires live in homes valued at $1 million or more.

1,138,070 millionaires live in homes values at $300,000 or less! 90% of millionaires live in homes valued at $1 million or less. Did you read The Millionaire Next Door , a book about how the average family next-door is often a millionaire who has managed their money well and not spent it all on consumables.

As I advise my clients - don't buy the top dollar you can be approved for. When buying a home, it's a good idea to save something for other things in your life like home maintenance, vacations, education and unexpected circumstances. You'll feel less pressure when you have something left over at the end of the month or if your financial situation changes.

When you decide on what size home you want, keep in mind that a larger home requires a higher utility bills and higher costs in maintenance, home improvement and product replacement because of the extra size.

Happy house hunting and if you are in the Austin area, I'd love to help you find a home. Give me a call.

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.

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Buying or selling? Hire an experienced professional. Call Robin Scott, Broker at 512.589.7988.

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Another Successful Closing - Melanie's Walk

First-time homebuyer Melissa has a new home and will take advantage of the first-time home buyer $8,000 tax credit. Thanks, Melissa.

If you would like to find out more about the first-time homebuyer tax credit and are interested in buying a home in the greater Austin area, call me. I'd love to help you achieve the American Dream of home ownership.

Austin, Texas. Robin Scott, BROKER. Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. Amelia Bullock Realtors. 512.589.7988.