By DeanFleming123 May 15, 2017
Everyone has been great. They are easy to get a hold of when needed and they have always responded to any issue we have needed help with. They are very prompt with maintenance issues too. Thank you!!!! ...read more
By biffordmichael October 28, 2016
512 get low reviews but i'm assuming it's because they don't play. They mean what they say and while making you do something you aren't excited to do is frustrating, it's SO nice to see when you have issues that they sort them out just as fast as they've had you sorted out. The management are super-quick to address ANY issue, by e-mail or return phone call, this is the FIRST apartment management company I've ever been associated with that does preventative maintenance! Seriously, fixing things or replacing them before there is an issue. In particular I've dealt with the team of Jamie/Rachel/Loren and they are champs. Pure quality, dealing with issues that are bizarre or random with the same level of intensity and speed as issues that are potential safety or comfort oriented. I've been in my 512 unit for 2 plus years and when I finish my work in this area in 2 years we'll be choosing them 512 Realty for our home buying needs based on their excellent work as property managers! ...read more
By biffordmichael October 28, 2016
512 get low reviews but i'm assuming it's because they don't play. They mean what they say and while making you do something you aren't excited to do is frustrating, it's SO nice to see when you have issues that they sort them out just as fast as they've had you sorted out. The management are super-quick to address ANY issue, by e-mail or return phone call, this is the FIRST apartment management company I've ever been associated with that does preventative maintenance! Seriously, fixing things or replacing them before there is an issue. In particular I've dealt with the team of Jamie/Rachel/Loren and they are champs. Pure quality, dealing with issues that are bizarre or random with the same level of intensity and speed as issues that are potential safety or comfort oriented. I've been in my 512 unit for 2 plus years and when I finish my work in this area in 2 years we'll be choosing them 512 Realty for our home buying needs based on their excellent work as property managers! ...read more
New Home Programs LLC is a National Real Estate Brokerage Firm providing solutions for the needs of home buyers and sellers. New Home Programs is dedicated to understanding the needs of the first time home buyer as we have committed our firm to specializing in the first time home buyer market. ...read more
By New Home Programs, LLC - Austin,TX December 04, 2017
If you're considering buying a home in the surrounding areas of Austin, TX; you may want to consider a USDA Home Loan. USDA home loans offer a true zero down 100% financing with excellent rates and payments. Typically these home loans are for "rural" areas, but that does not mean you need to buy a home all the way out in the boonies. USDA loans are not as strict as most other types of loans, but the homebuyer needs to make sure they're looking at homes in a USDA-Eligible area. For example, most of Austin is not eligible for this type of loan. However, most of Manor, Elgin, Bee Cave, Taylor, Webberville and parts of Pflugerville ARE ELIGIBLE! So, if you don't mind the commute to work (or you work from home); this could be perfect for you! The USDA Home Loan is ideal for folks with moderate income levels, that don't have excellent credit, and may not have the down payment required for most other home loans (including FHA Loans which requires a minimum of 3.5 percent down payment). Typically, the buyer will need a 640 FICO score (credit score), 2 years employment history, rental history and meet the debt-to-income requirements. Borrower's income must not exceed 115% of the median income for the area where their home is located. Additionally, you can have the seller pay up to 3% of the closing costs! When it comes to buying a new home, a USDA Home Loan may prove to be an excellent choice. CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP IN FINDING YOUR NEW HOME ...read more
By The Austin Realtor - Realty Austin December 20, 2016
You’ve decided the time is right to stop throwing away your m oney on rent, and it’s time to buy a home. But what exactly can you afford? Should you consider a condo or town house? How exactly do you get started with the process of homeownership? In truth, many people start looking at listings online and get so caught up with these questions and looking at the different properties that they never actually take the steps needed to actually buy a home. And before you know it, another year has passed with another $20 or $30k paid to a landlord. Here are 5 crucial tips we offer for home buyers in the Austin area to help make sure you get started on the path to success: #1 – Talk to a lender very early on – ideally, before you even start looking at homes online. A good lender is going to look at your specific situation and goals and be honest with you about how much home you can afford. And if something on your credit report needs to be improved or corrected, it’s much better to know that in the early stages of this process. When a lender pulls your credit for a mortgage, it doesn’t hurt your credit score like applying for credit cards or car loans does. And having this initial conversation doesn’t lock you in to using that same lender for your actual purchase. You’d still be able to shop around if you want. So there’s really no reason NOT to call a lender and get pre-approved early on. If you would like a list of lenders our home buyers in the Austin area have had great experiences with recently, email theresa@letsmoveaustincom and she will send that to you right away. #2 –Identify a Realtor and interview them to be sure you’re a match. The expertise your Realtor has, and your communication with that Realtor, will contribute greatly to how smooth your home buying experience is. We have created a document titled 10 Questions to Ask Your Realtor and recommend you actually to interview potential Realtors before deciding on who to use. Many buyers don’t realize that there is a big variety in Realtors’ response time to clients, ability to write offers that can give their clients a leg up, especially in multiple offer situations, and negotiate strongly for their clients throughout the transaction, not just at the point of the initial offer. You want to work with someone that understands how major this home purchase is, and who you trust to advocate for you interests. #3 – Let all communication take place between the agents. Sometimes buyers make the mistake of visiting an open house and talking to the Realtor there about how much they like the home, or asking how much negotiating room there is on that home. Trust me when I say a good listing agent is going to try to get as much information as they can out of you during that conversation…so that they can advocate better for their client – who is the seller, not you. Your seemingly innocent conversation could possibly hurt your negotiating power. #4 – Put it in writing. Real estate contracts must be in writing to be valid. Be certain to review all contracts carefully, and if you don’t understand ask questions. If you discussed something with your agent, such as the refrigerator staying in the house, be sure that is written into the contract. If the seller agrees to make repairs, or have the furnace serviced, or remove some items from the garage, those points will need to be specifically added to the contract. And of course any such additions will need to be signed or initialed by both the buyer and seller in order to be valid. While it’s nice to think about sealing deals on a handshake, in reality if it’s not in writing you don’t have any recourse if it doesn’t happen. #5 – Don’t pass on a home inspection. In our hot real estate market, it’s easy for Austin area home buyers to feel somewhat dejected if they’ve made offers on properties that weren’t accepted. One strategy some agents will suggest is waiving the right to an inspection. We believe that unless you are a seasoned real estate investor/flipper, this is a mistake. There is so much information learned in a home inspection that it is foolish to waive your right to conduct one. Instead, we have a list of home inspectors that our clients have worked with successfully that can schedule inspections for our clients very quickly. So instead of skipping the inspection, we can help you get it down quickly – say in 3 days rather than 7. This serves to make our offer stand out without exposing you to more risk than is smart. Keeping these 5 crucial tips in mind can make your home buying experience easier to navigate. Being prepared up front can make this less stressful, and prevent you from getting stuck in the mode of just looking at homes online. Please call Rodney at 512-740-6486 to discuss your real estate needs in the Austin area and see if we’d be a fit to work together. ...read more
By Keep Austin Weird Homes March 15, 2016
Attempting to find the perfect piece of real estate to purchase can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are a couple of places to look at property listings that take a lot of the legwork out by providing lot size, square footage and other features. ...read more
Marketing is an important aspect of operating as a real estate broker. To become successful, you need to have the right marketing tools at your disposal, and also know how to effectively use those tools. There are many tools available that can help real estate brokers market their services and achieve... ...read more
