Austin, Hello! 

2010 has begun nicely with many of us cheering on USA (or in my case USA and Sweden) in the Winter Olympics in our homes on our tv's. Looking less than a month ahead is Austin's big SXSW Film, Interactive and Music Festival lasting 10 days and taking over downtown Austin. It's a fantastic experience and I'd recommend anyone to check it out http://sxsw.com/home.

Austin's residential real estate market has begun with a bang and it's been non-stop calls, emails and questions about real estate since Jan 1st. I am expecting a strong year in Austin real estate. 

April is going to be a big deal for many considering purchasing a home. FHA loans are going to make some considerable changes - the major resuot of which will be bringing more cash down to close. It's been at only 3.5% and rumor has it that will change to 4% or 4.5%. Also, the amount the seller is allowed to pay of your closing costs could drop from 6% to 3%. So getting under contract before April is ideal. For the tax credit you just need to get under contract before the end of April and close within the following 60 days. 

To know Austin is to love it, and to love it and just be renting, is silly (biased...I know) if you know you'll be here for a good while. Unlike most purchases, buying a home is buying something that will actually increase in value over time. Statistically, Austin homes have doubled in value in just under 10 years time.

I'd like to be your Austin real estate agent. I'm good at what I do and will exceed your expectations. I'd like to meet with you, discuss the possibilities, and see if it seems a good time in your life to make a move and own.

Buying and selling is the largest investment most people will make in their lifetime. My services smooth out the process; I'm with you every step of the way communicating best-practices and utilizing my experience in negotiations. You will have the information and support you need.

Call me and we'll go talk over some coffee or a margarita . 512-431-0716 or e-mail (Jen@ATownDigs.com) 

 ~Jennifer