November 2011 - Austin Real Estare News

November 2011 - Austin Real Estate News
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Preparing to Buy a Home

After recent changes in the mortgage industry, it's become more important than ever to be prepared when you apply for a mortgage loan and occasionally I find a buyer who has "no credit" and therefore cannot qualify.

What does "no credit" mean? One method mortgage companies use to determine a buyers credit worthiness is to run a credit report from the 3 major credit reporting agencies. If a person pays everything in cash and does not have a current mortgage, car loan or credit card, there will be no information on that person and it will show "no credit."

How can paying cash for everything be bad? It seems like a good idea to demonstrate fiscal responsibility by only purchasing what you have cash to purchase but there is no traking method by which a lender can determine that you will pay your mortgage bill and pay on time therefore a person with "no credit" would be considered a high risk.

How can someone establish "good credit?" If you find yourself in a position with "no credit" you can establish "good credit" easily. Open a credit card account and every month make a purchase and when the bill comes pay it off on time. Over a period of 6 months, you will establish "credit." The longer you hold the card and continue to pay on time, the better your credit will become.

If you have any other questions about how to prepare to buy a house, email me at 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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Bastrop Home For Sale on 1 Acre Lot

CUSTOM HOME ON ONE ACRE LOT FOR SALE IN BASTROP.
This is a 4/2.5.2 with 2 living, 2 dining and an oversized patio for entertaining. It has a fenced back yard, wood laminate in living areas, travertine in wet areas, granite countertops, stainless appliances, dual vanity in master plus separate shower and jetted tub. Master down. Refrigerator conveys. Community pool, park, jog/bike and more. Gated. sprinkler system front and back. Purchase furnished for addistional $4,150. Visit the virtual tour at http://www.tourfactory.com/idx793191. ONLY $350,000.

 

August Market Statistics for Austin

AUSTIN AREA MARKET STATISTICS made simple
AUGUST 2011
Homes Sold: 2,145 - DOWN 8% from July
Median Sales Price: $205,000 - DOWN 2% from July
Days on Market: 75 - UP 5% from July
Active Listings: 9744 - DOWN 11% from July

Source: Austin Board of Realtors

I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.

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 Homes for Sale. Robin Scott, BROKER Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

October Issue of Austin Real Estate News

The October issue of Austin Real Estate enewsletter is out. If you would like to subscribe, send an email to robin@robinscottrealtor.com

HOME FOR SALE - EAST AUSTIN CHARMER - $214,900.
2535 Sol Wilson in east Austin was built in 2003. It's a 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home with 1160 sq.ft. per CAD. Located at the end of the block it has an ope floorplan with all tile downstairs, updated light fixtures, a tile countertop in the kitchen, indoor utility room and a security system. Conveniently located only minutes from downtown and shopping with a community garden. http://www.tourfactory.com/755502

HOME FOR LEASE - NORTHEAST AUSTIN - $1,400/MO
7513 Windrush Dr. in Milwodd/Rattan Creek. A 3/2.4/2 home of 1846 sq.ft.CAD that backs to the greenbelt. Laminate floor in living, tile in dining, kitchen, entry and baths, fireplace, covered patio and refrigerator conveys. Check out the photos here. And call Elle at 512.619.2598 to tour.

I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.

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.

Search for homes through Austin MLS
Find your home's value
Buying or selling? Hire an experienced professional. Call Robin Scott, Broker at 512.589.7988.

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Food Trailer Festival in Austin - Gypsy Picnic

Food trailers have become a popular trend for dining out and Austin has a wonderful selection of Food Trailer restaurants.

October 22, 2011 from 11-8pm there will be a Food Trailer Festival - Gypsy Picnic - at Auditorium Shores. Admission is FREE.

Performances by Delta Spirit, Hacienda, Dale Watson, Alabama Shakes and BOY.

Participating Food Trailers are diverse with over 35 represented. Visit your favorite and introduce yourself to something new. See you there!

HOME FOR SALE - EAST AUSTIN CHARMER - $214,900.
2535 Sol Wilson in east Austin was built in 2003. It's a 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home with 1160 sq.ft. per CAD. Located at the end of the block it has an ope floorplan with all tile downstairs, updated light fixtures, a tile countertop in the kitchen, indoor utility room and a security system. Conveniently located only minutes from downtown and shopping with a community garden. http://www.tourfactory.com/755502

HOME FOR LEASE - NORTHEAST AUSTIN - $1,400/MO
7513 Windrush Dr. in Milwodd/Rattan Creek. A 3/2.4/2 home of 1846 sq.ft.CAD that backs to the greenbelt. Laminate floor in living, tile in dining, kitchen, entry and baths, fireplace, covered patio and refrigerator conveys. Check out the photos here. And call Elle at 512.619.2598 to tour.

I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.

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.
Search for homes through Austin MLS
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Buying or selling? Hire an experienced professional. Call Robin Scott, Broker at 512.589.7988.

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Milwood/Rattan Creek Festival in the Park

 

RATTAN FEST THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH

Every year my neighborhood, Milwood/Rattan Creek has a festival in Rattan Creek Park at 7617 Elkhorn Mountain and Tamayo.
There will be booths set up by some independent sand enterprising entrepreneurs including Girl Scouts and the Deer Park Band, music, a 5k fun run and more.
8:00 am is the registration for the RCNA Ranger 5k Run
9:00 am Boy Scout Troop 164 will be serving a pancake breakfast
10:00 am the booths open until 1:00 pm
Enjoy the fun!

HOME FOR SALE - EAST AUSTIN CHARMER - $214,900.
2535 Sol Wilson in east Austin was built in 2003. It's a 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home with 1160 sq.ft. per CAD. Located at the end of the block it has an ope floorplan with all tile downstairs, updated light fixtures, a tile countertop in the kitchen, indoor utility room and a security system. Conveniently located only minutes from downtown and shopping with a community garden. http://www.tourfactory.com/755502

I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.

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.
Search for homes through Austin MLS
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Buying or selling? Hire an experienced professional. Call Robin Scott, Broker at 512.589.7988.

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Milwood/Rattan Creek Home for Lease

7513 Windrush Drive. This is a great 3/2.5/2 home for lease in the northwest Austin community of Milwood/Rattan Creek. Downstairs there is a large familyroom with laminate floors, fireplace and lots of windows; a dining area open to living and kitchen with saltio tile floors and lots of windows; kitchen with a breakfast bar and refrigerator included; halfbath and a covered patio to a backyard that backs to the greanbelt. Upstairs is a loft gameroom with windowseat, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The master bath has a garden tub, separate show and a dual vanity. The house was built in 1990 and is about 1850 sq.ft. Close too major employers and lots of shopping. RRISD. Great park system with pool, tennis, hike & bike and more. Only $1400.



For more information or an appointment to see this house call Elle at 512.619.2598.

HOME FOR SALE - EAST AUSTIN CHARMER - $214,900.
2535 Sol Wilson in east Austin was built in 2003. It's a 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home with 1160 sq.ft. per CAD. Located at the end of the block it has an ope floorplan with all tile downstairs, updated light fixtures, a tile countertop in the kitchen, indoor utility room and a security system. Conveniently located only minutes from downtown and shopping with a community garden. http://www.tourfactory.com/755502

I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.
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 Homes for Sale. Robin Scott, BROKER Certified Residential Specialist, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Seller's Representative Specialist. 512.589.7988.

Stage 2 Watering Restrictions in Austin

After living in Austin for 25 years, I've got to say I've never seen a summer like this. The temperatures reached 100 degrees as early May and continued until this past weekend. In addition, we have practically no rain since last October. I do rmember 15 minutes of rain in June.

First we were on voluntary watering restrictions, then mandatory two-day-a-week. And as of TODAY we have begun STAGE 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS and are reduced to mandatory ONE day a week or penalty of a fine.
Irrigations systems, hose and sprinklers are limited to the hours between 7PM and 10AM. Watering by hand can be at any time.
Residential odd addresses on Saturday only!
Residential even addresses on Sunday only!
Thankfully, we have seen the last of 100 degree temperatures.
  

HOME FOR SALE - EAST AUSTIN CHARMER - $214,900.
2535 Sol Wilson in east Austin was built in 2003. It's a 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home with 1160 sq.ft. per CAD. Located at the end of the block it has an ope floorplan with all tile downstairs, updated light fixtures, a tile countertop in the kitchen, indoor utility room and a security system. Conveniently located only minutes from downtown and shopping with a community garden. http://www.tourfactory.com/755502

I want to be your REALTOR. If you are thinking of selling a house, give me a call. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about the seller's disclosure or other matters involving selling a home. 512. 589.7988.

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.
Search for homes through Austin MLS
Find your home's value
Buying or selling? Hire an experienced professional. Call Robin Scott, Broker at 512.589.7988.

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