How Lenders Use Appraisals and When an Appraisal Can Change—Impacting a Transaction
Home appraisals play a crucial role in real estate transactions, particularly for lenders who rely on them to assess the fair market value of a property before issuing a mortgage. While appraisals are meant to provide a neutral, data-driven valuation, they are not always final. In some cases, an appraisal can be revised mid-process, unexpectedly lowered, or even completely overturned—jeopardizing a transaction and forcing buyers, sellers, and agents to rethink their plans.
Maximize Your Property Tax Savings in 2025
From filing or updating your homestead exemption to checking for additional tax breaks, this guide will help you take control and start the year on the right foot.
Mastering Your Homeowners Insurance for Savings and Peace of Mind
As part of our New Year Resolution series, let’s focus on a resolution you can actually keep—understanding your homeowners insurance. With rising premiums and shifting discounts, now is the perfect time to ensure you’re getting the best value while protecting your home. From uncovering what’s truly covered to navigating the post-storm premium hikes, this guide will help you take control of your policy, save money, and start the year with peace of mind.
December 2024 Austin Real Estate Market Update: Key Insights & Trends
Great news for Austin’s housing market! Compared to December 2023, homes sold are up 8%, and total sales volume increased by a whopping 16%! Sellers are getting smarter with pricing, as close-to-list price ratios are improving. While days on market are slightly higher, inventory is more balanced, creating opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
Choosing the Right Platform for Rent Collection and Tenant Coordination
Market Perspectives Blog Post Choosing the Right Platform for Rent Collection and Tenant Coordination As a landlord, managing your rental properties efficiently is crucial for maintaining a harmonious relationship with your tenants and ensuring the financial health of your real estate investments. One of the most significant aspects of this management is the collection of […]
Fed Rate Cuts Are Here—But Why Aren’t Mortgage Rates Dropping?
The Fed also updated its economic outlook, and the takeaway is that we might see stronger growth and lower unemployment in 2025—but also slightly higher inflation. Because of that, they’ve scaled back their rate cut predictions for next year from four cuts to just two. Of course, if unemployment starts to climb, they’ve hinted they’ll act faster to adjust.
10 Home Improvements That Will Skyrocket Your Austin Home’s Resale Value (And 5 to Avoid!)
When it comes to selling your home, making the right improvements can significantly enhance its resale value. However, not all upgrades provide a return on investment (ROI), and some might even work against you. Knowing which improvements to focus on—and which to avoid—is key to maximizing your profit.
November 2024 Austin Market Trends: Rising Sales, Steady Prices, and Decreasing Inventory
November brought positive momentum to the Austin-area real estate market, with rising home sales, steady price growth, and continued buyer activity. While interest rates remain a factor, buyers and sellers alike are adjusting to the market’s new normal, setting the stage for opportunities as we move into the year-end. Here’s what the numbers—and the trends—mean for you.
Election Shake-Up: How New Policies Could Transform the Housing Market by 2025
The recent election results are already influencing expectations about the residential real estate market. With potential policy changes on the horizon, from corporate tax cuts to interest rate adjustments, buyers, sellers, and investors should be prepared to adapt to a shifting landscape. Here’s what to watch and how these factors might play out.
Preserving Austin’s Heritage: A New Historic Preservation Plan for Equity and Growth
At Adam Timothy Group, our slogan is simple: “We Build Community.” For us, that means more than just buying and selling homes. It’s about ensuring Austin remains a city full of people who love it for whatever makes it special to them. Whether it’s the music, the food, the history, or the people, Austin thrives because of its unique blend of culture and community.
