• What Are You Really Waiting For? A Real Talk Moment For Austin Buyers,Jennifer S. Goodman, AUSTIN REALTOR®

    What Are You Really Waiting For? A Real Talk Moment For Austin Buyers

    TL;DR If you’ve been saying “I’m going to wait a little longer” to buy, it might be time to rethink. Austin hasn’t looked this friendly to Buyers in years. Inventory is higher. Competition is calmer. Sellers are motivated. The question isn’t “should I wait?” The real question is “what exactly am I w

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  • Prop Q Could Raise Your Austin Property Taxes Forever ,Jennifer S. Goodman, AUSTIN REALTOR®

    Prop Q Could Raise Your Austin Property Taxes Forever

    TL;DR:Prop Q is on Austin's ballot this November. It raises city property taxes permanently, bringing in $109 million a year. The city says the money goes to housing, parks, public health, and safety, but the ballot language is loose. A lawsuit challenged the wording. The Texas Supreme Court let it

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  • How the Fed’s Timing Affects Your Wallet,Jennifer S. Goodman, AUSTIN REALTOR®

    How the Fed’s Timing Affects Your Wallet

    TL;DR:If you are a Buyer or Seller in Austin’s high-end market, the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates directly affects your bottom line. Even a small rate change can mean thousands of dollars in monthly payments on a high six- or seven-figure Mortgage. Understanding this timing gives you

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