One of the biggest challenges many homeowners face is making smaller rooms look larger and more inviting. Here are five ways to achieve that goal:

 1. Paint Color – Lighter colors such as creams, icy blues and greens make the best color combinations. Light colors tend to reflect light making the room brighter there by more open. Darker shades of wall color absorb the light giving the room a cave-like feeling. If you want... Full Story

Here is a great real estate tip pertaining to bargain homes….

Most buyers want a home that is in tip-top condition and ready for them to occupy, but many homes sell for bargain prices because they need work. Buyers love “fixer-uppers” for the obvious reasons: the affordable price and the satisfaction of remodeling the house to accommodate your tastes and needs.

Whether you are buying the property for yourself or as an investment, choose a... Full Story

With in the past year, property values in Travis County have jumped 13% due in part to new construction activity and a higher level of interest from buyers for the Austin market. To read more from this article log on to Austin Business Journal’s website:Â
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We’ve all heard it in the news lately – mortgage companies filing for bankruptcy, subprime lending becoming extinct. With the everchanging going ons in the lending world, here are a couple of things to know before applying for a home loan.

Credit Score:Having a good credit score is key in getting approved for a home loan. A credit score of around 680 will satisfy most lenders, but a score of 720 will qualify most people... Full Story

Thinking about doing some remodeling to your home? Make sure you’re investing your time and money in the right areas. According to Remodeling magazine’s annual “Cost vs. Value Report”, exterior and replacement projects bring in the biggest return. For instance, adding a wooden deck not only adds aesthetic value to the exterior of your home, it also has one of the highest percentages of costs recouped at 85%. Other projects that consistantly rank high include... Full Story

2008 has seen a record number of foreclosures nationwide and Austin is not immune to this epidemic. Below are some tips to help those of you who may not be in the most secure position when it comes to your mortgage.

 1. Start by facing the problem head-on. Acknowledge the letters your mortgage company is sending you. If you address the problem early enough, you could help avoid the “f” word all together. Contact a... Full Story

One great benefit of being a member of the National Association of Realtors as a designated Realtor is getting their newsletters filled with all types of useful information. The latest included an article of home fads that are slowly on their way out the door in new construction. The list below are some of the ones discussed in the article and may surprise you…

• Fireplaces – There are some parts of the... Full Story
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