As we head into the last 2 months of the year and a busy holiday season, listing your home is the last thing you probably want to think about. While it might be inconvenient and unconventional, listing your home during the fall and early winter can be surprisingly beneficial. Spring and summer are commonly viewed as peak seasons for real estate, but the period just before the holidays offers unique...
Austin real estate
The most recent market stats from the Austin Board of Realtors® show a 6.6% decrease in median home price, with monthly inventory hitting nearly six months of inventory. While these stats indicate a more balanced real estate market for the Austin area, they also show some affordability challenges for buyers. If you want your home to sell, you need to make sure it’s priced right to attract...
As you’ve probably heard, interest rates are the lowest we have seen in over a year and a half. This has caused the Central Texas real estate market to shift in favor of buyers and gives them more purchasing power. Many sellers see low interest rates as a disadvantage, making them hesitant to list their homes; however, low interest rates can also benefit sellers. Let’s dive in! Benefits For...
Happy fall, y’all! Austin is the perfect backdrop for fall, full of beautiful foliage, changing colors, and (hopefully) cooler temperatures. Heading into the new season, you can expect various family-friendly seasonal activities across the Austin area, including pumpkin patches, corn mazes, haunted houses, and more! So grab your pumpkin spice lattes and take the family to these fun Austin-area...
If you’re looking into buying a home in the spring market, chances are you’ve heard of a pre-approval letter. Before starting your home search, you should get pre-approved by a lender, who will let you know exactly how much you can spend. To determine your maximum spending ability, lenders examine your finances, credit score, bank statements, W-2s, tax returns, and other financial...
In any real estate market, there are various factors to consider before you list your home for sale. One factor to think about is the number of homes on the market, and luckily for sellers, there have been a limited number of homes available. As we head into the spring market, there is a high demand for homes but a low supply of inventory for buyers to choose from. Let’s explore why low supply...
Buying a home is exciting but can also be extremely nerve-racking if you don’t prepare yourself first. Before you get pre-approved and determine how much you can spend on a home, you need to build a solid credit score. Your credit score doesn’t have to be perfect, but it needs to be solid so lenders can see how well you can manage money, pay back debts, and more. If your credit score isn’t great,...
Temperatures are increasing, the bluebonnets came early, and we’re officially ready for Spring! We’re sure you already have your own Easter traditions, but we wanted to put together a list of some of the best Easter events happening in or around Austin! Grab the family and head out to these fun-filled Easter events! Easter Egg Hunt at Sweet Eats Farm - Georgetown March 16th & 17th, 23rd...
As the vibrant colors of spring emerge and the Austin, TX, real estate market begins to bloom, smart home sellers have a golden opportunity to make a lasting impression on potential home buyers. At Prism Realty, we understand the importance of presenting a property in its best light, and first impressions matter. In this blog post, we'll guide you through a comprehensive plan to prepare your home for a...
When it comes to transforming the outdoor spaces around your home, landscaping is a term that often comes to mind. However, another equally important aspect that plays a pivotal role in creating aesthetically pleasing and functional outdoor environments is hardscaping. In this blog, we'll explore what hardscaping is, how it differs from landscaping, and what Austin-area homeowners need to know about...