Texas retail scion’s 1930s Lake Austin estate lists for $16 M

My listing was featured in an article by Allyson Ackerman in CHRON. A historic stone lodge sitting right along the shores of Lake Austin has hit the market for the very first time—and it’s asking $16 million. The property sits in the heart of Rivercrest, one of Austin’s most storied (and star-studded) neighborhoods—and yes, it was once home to Matthew McConaughey. In fact, the actor reportedly bought his estate from a member of the same…

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A Month for Gratitude

I love November! To me, it’s all about family, football, fall weather (sort of), and food. And for some, real estate is still front and center. For buyers, fewer people house-hunting means less competition, and buyers out now are serious and focused. For sellers, a home on the market in November means it stands out. Even the holidays don’t stop the serious buyers; many are actively on the hunt. Your house might be the BEST…

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Is It Time to Make the Fall?

(Here’s why buying or selling before the holidays works) Fall Buyers are focused, financially prepared and want to settle in before Thanksgiving and year-end travel. Fall Sellers can capitalize on Autumn aesthetics to make properties more appealing. Cooler weather gets more buyers out, too. Both Fall Sellers and Fall Buyers may be looking for potential tax breaks and are eager to make a deal. It’s more pleasant for everyone to move in Fall weather!  …

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Seize September

As Summer fades into the crisp promise of Fall, September presents a prime time to participate in the real estate market. With the buzz of back to school and back to college football, new energy is in the air. September is the perfect month to SEIZE so many opportunities. Want to know what they are? Well, read on! Seize Real Estate Opportunities (before all the sideliners jump in) Buyers are tired of waiting and proof…

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Special Summer Edition – Summer is in Full Swing!

Whether you’re dreaming of a new home, considering selling, or just testing (or enjoying) the waters, summer is the time to take advantage of the season’s momentum. The market is heating up after an unusually slow spring and buyers are out looking for deals in between barbeques and beach time. What’s so special about this edition of my newsletter? Read on to discover why Austin is such a SPECIAL place to live and why many,…

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May (the market be in your favor)

May is here, and with it comes warmer weather, longer days, and a real estate market in full bloom! Whether you’re ready to buy, sell, or simply explore your options, it’s time to make a move. With more listings hitting the market and buyers eager to settle in before summer, the opportunities are plentiful. Strategic moves now can lead to smooth closings just in time to enjoy the season in your new home. MAKE THE…

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April is Flying By

We’re past the middle of April already? Taxes are filed (hopefully), lawns are greening up (hopefully), plants are coming back (hopefully) and cars are covered in pollen (unfortunately!) Spring cleaning for some. Spring planting for others. And Spring buying and selling for those of you who have been waiting for the right time. It appears that Now is the Time! Read on and reach out! Now is the Time… to sign up for the 3…

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March Madness is Here!

March Madness is not just about college basketball. It’s about our real estate market, too. We’re seeing buyers out looking after a year of holding back; folks moving to Austin in record numbers from the east and west coasts. And everything is finally greening up, after an interesting weather pattern that made us feel like we were all going mad. Read on for things to see, do and buy in March. Things to See in…

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