Short Sale vs. Foreclosure – What’s the Difference?

Whether you’re a buyer or a borrower / seller, a short sale and foreclosure each present different advantages and difficulties. What Is A Foreclosure In Austin Texas? In simple terms… “A foreclosed home is one in which the owner is unable to make his mortgage loan payments and the bank repossessed the home” (source).  If … Continued

4 Staging Tips To Help You Sell Fast in Austin

Properly staging your home is key when you are trying to sell your house in Austin. Many people think this will cost a fortune on decorations and upgrades, but there are many ways to do this without breaking the bank.With a little time and effort, you can make your home stand out and look truly … Continued

What happens when you inherit a house in Texas?

Inheriting a house is one of the few big surprises that life brings us sometimes. But what happens when you inherit a house in Texas? As much as you may want to keep an inherited house, sometimes you may be forced to consider putting it up for sale. Well, selling an inherited house can be … Continued

How to stay in my home after foreclosure in Austin

A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

3 Ways To Appeal To Buyers in Austin

Having a well thought out asking price will bring a lot of interest to your home in Austin. However, you’ll want to employ some additional tactics in order to really appeal to buyers. Ready to make your home memorable and primed for a quick sale? We’ve got you covered in our latest blog post! Appeal … Continued

Understanding the Foreclosure Process in Texas

Understanding the foreclosure process in Texas is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun.  But just know that it’s not … Continued