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In April, Units solds in Austin, is 5% lower than last April. In LTISD, units sold are 15% lower compared to last April. In March, LTISD units sold were 12% lower compared to last March. These numbers were taken from the MLS on 5/8/2017.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2017
JUST LISTED 113 Sebastians Run, Lakeway
Contemporary luxury home with sweeping hill country views in Gated Community in Lakeway. Charm and style awaits you in this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath with 3 car garage home. Designer kitchen, with glass and carrera marble backsplash, soft grey cabinets, and stainless appliances. Downstairs office has glass french doors with plantation shutters. Enjoy sunset views from the first floor master bedroom, situated for privacy with large picture windows overlooking the hill country. Luxury bath retreat includes double vanity, large walk through double shower, jacuzzi tub and walk in closet with custom built ins. Two upstairs bedrooms share a jack and jill bathroom with private vanities. The third bedroom with an en suite bath has a private entry from hallway or from median room, the perfect guest room. Large media room with vaulted ceilings is prewired for surround sound. Enjoy cool summer evenings in either your front or back porches. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the back porch while enjoying the privacy of your green belt views. Amenities include a Jr. size Olympic pool, clubhouse, playground, tennis and basketball courts, and fitness center covered by HOA dues currently at $95 a month. Call to make an appointment today. 113 Sebastians Run is currently asking for $664,000.
March Real Estate Statistics
Austin Real Estate Statistics are in. In March, UNIT SALES are down 1% in the entire Austin MLS compared to last March. In Lake Travis ISD, sales are down 13% compared to last March. Looking at the Lake Travis ISD Stats, Feb. and March statistics, the sales have been considerably lower than the previous year.
Thinking of buying or selling? Find out what the market is doing in your area before you list with an agent. This information is provided to you during my listing presentation.
Thinking of buying or selling? Find out what the market is doing in your area before you list with an agent. This information is provided to you during my listing presentation.
Monday, March 20, 2017
Thinking of Flipping? Know this!
You just finished watching a few episodes of house flipping on HGTV. Who doesn't want to be just like Chip and Joanna Gaines? Are you ready to do your own flip? Here are some things you need to know before you invest on a property to flip.
1) Decide if you are going to pay CASH or take out a loan. If you are going to take out a loan, speak to your loan representative to get pre qualified. Since you are not going to live in the property, this will be considered an investment, which means your interest rate will be slightly higher than if you are purchasing a primary home or homestead. You will also be required to put at least 20% down payment on an investment property. Your monthly payments to a bank is a consideration since this will eat up your profits.
2) Decide on location. Ever heard of "LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION"? These are words that my parents (real estate investors) have engrained in my brain. A desirable area or neighborhood is best because you know it will sell at the highest reasonable price in less time.
3) Find the Property. You want to be able to find the best deal (lower than market rate) in order to yield higher profits on your flip. First, you don't want to flip a property that does not need any work. The best flips are the ones that's structurally sound, decent roof, newer windows, an HVAC system that is less than 10 years old, as well as modern electrical and plumbing. Also, you want one which needs only cosmetic changes such as new cabinets, countertops, flooring and paint. Check with the city or hoa if permits or architectural approval are necessary before purchasing the property. Applying for permits/approval can cause delays. See if there are any REO's, Foreclosures and Short sales in your desired location. Here are 2 sites to get you started in your search:
4) Decide how much to pay once a property has been identified. Note this formula to determine if a property is a good flip. Take your ARV (After Repair Value), multiply it by .7 and subtract your repair cost estimate. This is the maximum amount you should be paying for a property in able to obtain a good profit margin.
Example, the market value of the property after you have completed the repairs is $300,000. Multiply this by .7 or 210,000. Subtract this by amount you estimate it will cost you to put it in top shape, example 20,000. 210,000-20,000, the formula suggests that you do not pay more than 190,000 for the property.
5) Time your flip. Once you have completed the repairs and ready to sell, you wouldn't want your property to be sitting in the market. Time it so that you are listing it in the Spring, preferably in March when the buyers are out. This also means that you would want to purchase your flip in the winter time, when there are less buyers purchasing and you are most likely not be in a bidding bar with another buyer.
6) Get to know your contractors/vendors/real estate broker/lender. You want to do business with professionals that you trust to help you succeed. Pearl Jones is here to assist you in your first FLIP!
Are you over 65?
Did you recently purchase a new home which is your new homestead and you are currently over 65 years old? You do not have to wait until the following January 1st to claim your Over 65 Exemption in order to reap the benefits of your property tax savings. After the deed on the new property is filed, you can go the County Tax Appraisal website, download and complete the form, attach your new driver's license (showing the new property) and file the form with your Appraisal District. You can begin your property tax savings on the date you moved into the property. Say SWEET!
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Friday, February 24, 2017
Austin Real Estate Statistics for January 2017
The real estate statistics for January look good. It's a good time to Sell! If you need more information about real estate in your area, please give me a call at (512)786-7355.
PRICE ADJUSTMENT: One Bedroom Downtown Condominium, 603 Davis St., Unit 1105
This beautiful condominium close to Lady Bird Lake has been reduced to $340K. Located in the heart of downtown Austin, across Rainey Street. Access to newly
completed Hotel Van Zandt provide convenient dining and social options. Has been slightly lived in, just a few weekend visits for UT football games. Condo faces east, providing amazing morning and sunrise views; includes extension of the bar surface to provide seating space, full-length retractable blinds, wood floors and decorative lighting; 1 parking spot in the garage, as well as access to the fitness center and pool.
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"Ongoing" Cyber Attack On Holyrood
It's thought the attack could last several days.
The UK Government is to give £5 million to help restore Glasgow School of Art's fire-damaged Mackintosh building.
A £20 million fundraising campaign is under way after the renowned Grade A-listed building was hit by a blaze last month.
Investigators have yet to state what started the fire which destroyed around 10% of the structure, including the unique library.
The drive to restore the Mackintosh to its former glory has drawn support from former student Peter Capaldi and Mackintosh fan Brad Pitt.
Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander said it was only right that "a beautiful building of international importance'' received government funds to aid its recovery.
He said: "The Glasgow School of Art is one of Glasgow's great institutions. The response to the fire from people across the world has been phenomenal.
"I am delighted to be able to announce that the UK Government will be providing £5 million to the Mackintosh Appeal to help the GSA recover and then continue to thrive.
"It is a beautiful building of international importance, so it is right that the UK Government should make a contribution to its restoration.
"We will work with The Glasgow School of Art to ensure that the funding is provided at the most appropriate time to meet their needs.''
GSA director Professor Tom Inns said: "We are determined to restore the building to its former glory, as the inspirational home for the GSA's creative talent and for the delight of visitors from across the UK and the world.
"The UK Government's support will help us enormously in our efforts to rebuild, and to ensure we can continue to operate at the highest level internationally, bringing the UK's creative talent to the world and allowing the world to understand the unique contribution of Mackintosh.''
The Scottish Government has previously said it will match-fund up to £5 million to support the restoration.
Students affected by the fire will also receive up to £750,000 to help them create works to replace those that were lost.
It's thought the attack could last several days.
Sturgeon says Trump is on the "wrong side" of the debate.
The boys were found inside the Sainsbury's store at 2am on Tuesday.
The incident, which happened at Ibrox station, was reported to British Transport Police before 8pm on Saturday.
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CLIFFORDS REPRIEVE is without a win but has improved for racing on the Polytrack and has been placed the last twice over 5f at Kempton. He'll need only a modicum of improvement in this company to open his account. Ayr winner Nafa can race off a lower mark with an apprentice on board today and she may figure, while Circuitous should be thereabouts without being good enough to win. C&D winner Rightcar looks a bigger danger as he usually runs his race at this track and it's possible we haven't yet seen the best of London Avenue as he makes his handicap debut.
Cliffords Reprieve 7-1 (9-2) Led, ridden over 1f out, headed inside final furlong, lost 2nd close home, 3rd of 11, 1 1/2l behind Francis Albert (9-1) at Kempton 5f hcp (6) pol in Oct.
Sandwith 12-1 (8-13) Close up, led over 1f out, headed inside final furlong, no extra, 4th of 13, 3 1/2l behind Here Now And Why (9-1) at Musselburgh 5f hcp 0-60 (6) gd in Oct.
Nafa (IRE) 15-2 (9-2) Tracked leader, ridden 2f out, one pace inside final furlong, 5th of 12, 2 1/2l behind Riflessione (9-2) at Wolverhampton 5f hcp 0-60 (6) pol in Sep.
Mosa Mine 33-1 (9-4) Led and raced keen, ridden and headed over 1f out, weakened inside final furlong, 9th of 10, 5l behind Chantilly Jewel (9-4) at Kempton 6f hcp (0-55) (6) pol in Feb.
Circuitous 9-2fav (9-0) Slowly away, went left start, behind, ridden and headway over 1f out, kept on inside final furlong, 4th of 12, 2 1/4l behind Perlachy (9-3) at Wolverhampton 5f hcp 0-60 (6) pol.
Rightcar 16-1 (8-13) Towards rear, headway on inner over 1f out, soon ridden, chased leader 1f out, kept on to chase winner near finish, 2nd of 12, 1l behind Perlachy (9-3) at Wolverhampton 5f hcp 0-60 (6) pol.
London Avenue (IRE) 40-1 (9-3) Chased leaders, ridden and one pace entering final furlong, 5th of 11, 5l behind Poppy (8-12) at Kempton 6f mdn auc stks (5) pol in Oct.
Canadian Danehill (IRE) 8-1 (8-13) Tracked leaders, lost place over 1f out, no impression after, 8th of 11, 6l behind Francis Albert (9-1) at Kempton 5f hcp (6) pol in Oct.
Yungaburra (IRE) 13-2 (8-11) Held up towards rear, headway over 1f out, one pace and no impression on leaders inside final furlong, 5th of 10, 5l behind Doctor Hilary (9-2) at Kempton 6f hcp (6) pol.
Monte Cassino (IRE) 16-1 (8-13) In rear, ridden over 1f out, never dangerous, 11th of 14, 8l behind Distant Sun (8-9) at Musselburgh 5f hcp 0-60 (6) gf in Sep.
Bertbrand 12-1 (8-9) Raced far side, outpaced, last of 15, 32l behind Fair Bunny (8-8) at Nottingham 5f hcp 0-55 (6) sft.
Chester Deelyte (IRE) 40-1 (9-0) Towards rear and pushed along, not much room over 2f out, switched right over 1f out, ridden inside final, kept on, 4th of 11, 4l behind Princess Dayna (9-0) at Wolverhampton 6f stks 0-55 (6) pol in Oct.
Brian Sprout 16-1 (8-9) Prominent, ridden 2f out, kept on same pace inside final furlong, 5th of 11, 2 3/4l behind Francis Albert (9-1) at Kempton 5f hcp (6) pol in Oct.


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