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Biggest mistake

Biggest mistake people make in real estate

The biggest mistake people make in real estate is WAITING- especially during a market shift like the one we’re in. As of today Travis County (Austin area) has 3.6 months of inventory versus the 2 weeks we had in March/April. Sellers, thi...

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Adjustable Rate Mortgages

Adjustable Rate Mortgages

With recent interest rate hikes and stock market volatility, my Buyers and I had to take pause and step away from house hunting to re-evaluate and get a new strategy… helllooo Adjustable Rate Mortgages. Typically far below the average 30-...

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real estate advisor

Contact me to be your real estate advisor!

In regards to the market: stay calm... and contact me to be your real estate advisor!?? As of today, Travis County (Austin MSA) has 2.4 months of inventory- around 6 months is stable, so we're returning to a healthier, new normal where B...

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How’s this for a lake house?

How’s this for a lake house?

How’s this for a lake house? This feels like a great place, especially for Sunday’s ?A few things to consider when evaluating a lake house or lake lot purchase: ? Is it in the floodplain? If you’re building, this will effect your d...

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City of Stars

City of Stars

Austin is known as The Live Music Capitol of the world, but it should also be known as the City of Stars. Reason 846,532 to live in Austin’s hill country are the night skies. Approximately 35 minutes southwest of downtown, you’ll be in ...

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Throwback at Susangkomen's Annual Gala

Throwback at Susangkomen’s Annual Gala

I've been told it takes about 4 years after a life altering, or traumatic event to begin to feel like yourself again. I now agree. 4 years ago today, I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer. I consider myself very blessed and lucky t...

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Let the Sunshine In

Let the Sunshine In

Let the sunshine in ? The best things take time…is partly true in the home building process. There are some things that fall out of your control (like supply chain issues and back ordered materials) that force you to extend your home buil...

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For Sale

For Sale

FOR SALE✨ This off-market 2021 built, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath detached townhome is minutes from downtown Austin and makes a terrific primary residence or SHORT-TERM RENTAL. Offered at $925,000 it is a value and makes a solid investment. If yo...

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Real Estate Development

Real Estate Development

One of the aspects of real estate development I love most is I get to nurture my creative AND analytical side. On the creative side, I love finding inspiration from around the world, then working with my trusted architect (and husband) to d...

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