April 2017 Market Summary Report for Central Texas; including Austin area, Travis, Williamson, and Hays Counties:
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Leander Homes For Sale and Sold Report – April 2017
- May 31st is the last day to file a request and protest your 2017 property appraisal and property tax bill. You can file a protest online whether you live in Travis County or Williamson County. Once you are called for an in-office interview to present your case, you are expected to back-up your claim for a lower valuation and lower taxes. Your chances for a reduction is enhanced by presenting a recent comparative market analysis (CMA) that is prepared for your house. This is a report that compares your house against recent home sales in the neighborhood and come up with an estimated value; it can be prepared by a real estate agent. If you plan to protest your property taxes and would like to have such a report, contact me for a FREE CMA report tailored for your house.
- As a realtor, I am often asked “How is the Housing Market?”. In an attempt to provide an answer, I prepare these monthly reports. It summarizes the real estate activity for houses sold and houses currently on the market. There reports are tailored for Leander. You can view all previous reports as monthly blogs on my site or on ‘ActiveRain‘ (real estate information) blog site.
- Recent trends in Leander housing market has been a continued decrease in active listings of houses for sale. However, the demand has been steady or increasing. This high demand results in continued increase in prices. In short, until demand subsides or there is an over-supply of new houses, we are in a long term pattern of price growth.
- Below is a summary of the Housing Market in Leander. You can get more details about the houses sold and currently in the market for sale by expanding appropriate section.
| Leander | Sold | For Sale |
All this activity has affected your home’s value!
If you plan to move, you need to know the value of your home right now. You can find this out in two easy ways:
- Go to the website I created specifically for this purpose at: www.myLeanderPropertyWorth.com
- Text 52101 to (888)264-1910, to receive your property valuation
I hope you find this helpful. Referral is a big part of my business and as always I appreciate your consideration in referring any friends, family, or colleagues my way. Thank you for supporting me and my business endeavors. Please don’t hesitate to ask me questions about real estate, your desired neighborhoods, or your house value!
Best wishes,
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Five Most Wanted Features In a New House
What are the most important features you look for in a new house? Depending on your age group the answer could be different. Developers and builders follow the trend set by majority of buyers. Millennials, as the second-largest segment of home buyers ranking behind baby boomers, are currently a major force in determining what features are offered in the houses built.
Although it seems some features are desired by most buyers, but recent National Association of Realtors survey finds theMillennials first time home buyers prefer the following five features the most.
- An open floor plan
Formal dining room isn’t of much importance to the millennial group. An open floor plan with no separating walls in the kitchen, living and dining areas is preferred. These plans
give the space a sense of more room, and make smaller areas seems to be bigger. A smaller space thus a lower price fits the first time hime buyer’s budget just fine.
- An up-to-date kitchen and bath
A functional kitchen is on top of the list for most people, right behind master bathroom. With a limited funds, younger buyers are less likely to spend money on renovations.
It is very important that these two focal points of the house to be functional and ready to move-in.
- Friendly location
Location is always an important a consideration in real estate. For younger first time home buyers a convenient location is a must. Who wants to pay extra money for gas and get stuck in endless traffic! Many millennials prefer walking, biking, or some form of public transit for their commutes. A great location is the key.
- Energy savings
Younger generation are often more conscious of energy conservation and efficiency. Availability of newer technology in energy-efficient appliances, windows, and a better quality home insulation can make a huge difference.
- An office space
This doesn’t have to be a separate room, but has to be a dedicated space. With people working from home more and more and all the freelancers and telecommuters among millennials,
a dedicated space to get work done is a huge attraction.
Regardless of your preference for features in a new house, you should know about financing, affordability and availability of new place to buy. You can increase you chance of success by:
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- saving as early as you can
- being thorough with mortgage shopping
- picking a neighborhood that fits your life-style
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As a realtor, I am often asked “How is the Housing Market?” or “Is it s good time to buy a house?”. In an attempt to provide an answer, I write about topics related to real estate and home buying process. Additionally, I prepare monthly reports about the real estate activity on houses sold and houses currently on the market. For viewing all previous reports and more information, please take a look at my blogs on my site or on the ActiveRain (real estate information) blog site.
Best wishes,
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Cedar Park Homes For Sale and Sold Report – April 2017
- May 31st is the last day to file a request and protest your 2017 property appraisal and property tax bill. You can file a protest online whether you live in Travis County or Williamson County. Once you are called for an in-office interview to present your case, you are expected to back-up your claim for a lower valuation and lower taxes. Your chances for a reduction is enhanced by presenting a recent comparative market analysis (CMA) that is prepared for your house. This is a report that compares your house against recent home sales in the neighborhood and come up with an estimated value; it can be prepared by a real estate agent. If you plan to protest your property taxes and would like to have such a report, contact me for a FREE CMA report tailored for your house.
- As a realtor, I am often asked “How is the Housing Market?”. In an attempt to provide an answer, I prepare these monthly reports. It summarizes the real estate activity for houses sold and houses currently on the market. There reports are tailored for some of the neighborhoods in Cedar Park. You can view all previous reports as monthly blogs on my site or on ‘ActiveRain‘ (real estate information) blog site.
- Recent trends in Cedar Park housing market has seen continued decrease in active listings of houses for sale. However, the demand has been steady or increasing. This high demand results in continued increase in prices. In short, until demand subsides or there is an over-supply of new houses, we are in a long term pattern of price growth.
- Below is a summary of the Housing Market in Cedar Park along with break-down for two of the largest housing communities in the city, Avery Ranch and Cypress Creek. You can get more details about the houses sold and currently in the market for sale by expanding appropriate section.
| Cedar Park | Cypress Creek | Avery Ranch |
| Sold | Sold | Sold |
| For Sale | For Sale | For Sale |
All this activity has affected your home’s value!
If you plan to move, you need to know the value of your home right now. You can find this out in two easy ways:
- Go to the website I created specifically for this purpose at: www.myCedarParkPropertyWorth.com
- Text 52388 to (888)264-1910, to receive your property valuation
I hope you find this helpful. Referral is a big part of my business and as always I appreciate your consideration in referring any friends, family, or colleagues my way. Thank you for supporting me and my business endeavors. Please don’t hesitate to ask me questions about real estate, your desired neighborhoods, or your house value!
Best wishes,
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