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Buying a Home in Austin, Texas – Step One: Get Pre-Approved for Mortgage Financing

Buying a Home in Austin, Texas – Step One:

Get Pre-Approved for Mortgage Financing

This is the first post in a series designed to get you prepared for what to expect when you are considering buying a home in the Austin area. I intend to link to the other parts as soon as they have been written.

When you are ready to begin shopping for a home to buy, it is best to start by determining how much you can afford, so that you don’t waste time with properties that are out of your price range. I realize that this is not the glamorous or exciting part to buying a home in Austin, but it is a necessity and not as painful as you may think.

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But how do you begin?
Our team works with a trusted network of mortgage professionals
who can assist you in getting pre-approved for a loan so that you can comfortably begin looking at homes with the assurance that you can obtain the proper financing. Give us a call anytime and we can provide some names to get you started. But the fact of the matter is I have ONE trusted mortgage professional that I send all of my business to because I have complete trust and confidence in his services.  He has proven himself to be on top of the ball, detailed, operates out of honesty and integrity, under promises and over delivers, and always beats deadlines. His name is: Chad Mullenix an Executive Mortgage banker with LeaderOne Financial.

Chad Mullenix’s Contact Information:

Mobile: 512.657.8017

Office: 512.356.9436

Email: Chadmullenix@leader1.com

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Feel free to speak to any mortgage professional that you would like to – I just happen to recommend Chad since he does such an outstanding job and operates out of the same motto as me: Service based! Like I said I have a network of trusted mortgage professionals if you desire to compare apples to oranges in regards to the fees.

Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification
Generally, our mortgage contacts can help you with a pre-qualification by getting some basic information (address, social security numbers, etc.) over the phone or internet. This only takes a few minutes, including pulling your credit report.

In order to get fully pre-approved, you will be required to provide all of the normal documentation required, which would include:

* Full loan application
* 2 years of tax returns, W-2 forms
* Year-to-date pay stubs
* A couple of months’ worth of bank statements
* List of monthly debt, account numbers, minimum payments, and balance
* Address of mortgage company or landlord for past 2 years
* Driver’s license
* If VA financing is wanted, you will need your VA Certificate of Eligibility (DD214)

In Austin, most lenders will require you to pay for your credit report and property appraisal upfront. This would run $400 or thereabouts. The appraisal is a third-party assessment of the value of the home you choose.

Comparing Lenders
If you choose to purchase a new home, many builders have mortgage companies
that will offer large incentives to use them. Sometimes, the offer is too good to pass up. We can help you to compare “apples to apples” by looking at the estimates provided by lenders that you speak with. A GFE (good faith estimate) is the only way to easily compare quotes. Sometimes, you might get a lower interest rate from one place, but they charge exorbitant fees. We can help you to avoid potential pitfalls.

I always require that my clients begin the loan process before we begin looking actively at homes together, in order to best spend my time and yours. Believe me, it is much more productive this way. As I have said many times to potential buyers, you would hate to find “the perfect home”, only to later realize that you won’t be able to get a mortgage for it.

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to call me anytime at 512-771-0754 (cell) or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

Next step – Selecting an Area of Town, including factors to consider – post coming soon!


Keep Austin Rockin’
Matthew C. Layman

Austin’s Rock’in REALTOR®
Austin Texas Homes, LLC.

Cell: 512-771-0754
mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
https://twitter.com/matthewclayman

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Glen McComb Testimonial using Austin’s Rockin’ Realtor® Matthew Layman Professional Real Estate Services

Austin’s Rock’in Real Estate Agent Testimonial

Matthew Layman REALTOR®

Glen McComb shares his EXPERIENCE using Austin’s Rock’in REALTOR® Matthew Layman’s Professional Real Estate Services to sell his Downtown Austin Condo.

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What do ALL Buyers and Sellers want? They want an agent that will FIGHT for the clients BEST INTERESTS and create the BEST DEAL!  With Austin’s Rock’in REALTOR® Matthew Layman you get just that – a FIGHTER! An agent who’s SERVICE driven not commission driven.

Buyers want to save the most amount of money on the purchasing side and sellers want to pocket the most amount of money on the sells side. The sad reality is “most” agents not all only represent their own best interests and not the interests of the client because they want to make a bigger commission.  When you work with Austin’s Rock’in REALTOR® Matthew Layman you will get a new and refreshing look into Real Estate.  An actual agent that has a long term VISION of customer service where he looks out after the best interest of his clients through a service based work which promotes HAPPINESS amongst all of his clients.

Matthew Layman Austin’s Rock’in REALTOR® List your home for sale or lease with Matthew Layman. Downtown Austin Real Estate Agent Testimonial Matthew Layman. When you select your REALTOR® make sure you pick the best and an EXPERT in the local downtown and urban market. You deserve to work with Downtown Austins Rock’in Real Estate Expert and REALTOR® Matthew Layman with Austin Texas Homes, LLC. I’m never too busy for you or your referrals. I’m looking forward to serving you and your real estate needs. Feel free to email me any questions, or to schedule a showing call now: 512.771.0754

Keep Austin Rockin’
Matthew C. Layman

Austin’s Rock’in REALTOR®
Austin Texas Homes, LLC.

Cell: 512-771-0754
mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/
https://twitter.com/matthewclayman

Downtown Austin Real Estate Agent

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Some positive News for Austin & Texas: Texas Poised to Outpace Nation (Again)

Some POSITIVE “News” for Austin and Texas in the article below.  Basically the outlook is positive based on several key factors:

  1. Texas is a business friendly state with tax friendly policies and incentives which are enticing nation wide companies to relocate to Austin as well as the rest of Texas
  2. Low cost of living for the employees of the companies that are relocating to Texas
  3. Job growth in several key sectors in Texas

I’m so lucky to live in Texas and especially Austin.  If you don’t live in Texas you should :)

TEXAS POSTED TO OUTPACE NATION (AGAIN)

COLLEGE STATION (Real Estate Center) – Texas’ economic outlook for 2012 is positive. Job growth is occurring in several sectors, and a low cost of living is enticing businesses to move to the Lone Star State.

It will be tougher going for the nation, however, because of several factors. The housing market needs to clear a high number of foreclosures. Consumers need to pay off their debt. The banking system needs to write off bad debt. Small businesses need to start hiring again.

Writing for the January issue of Tierra Grande magazine, Real Estate Center Chief Economist Dr. Mark Dotzour says, “Fortunately, Texas is poised to outperform the U.S. averages. Home sales volume in Texas should show modest improvement over 2011, and prices should be stable throughout 2012.” Dotzour’s economic outlook is titled “Texas Sails On: Nation Battles Headwinds.”

If your thinking about visiting Austin and taking a closer look into to the local real estate market and considering a move I encourage you to reach out to me and give me a ring: 512.771.0754 or drop me an email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

It would be my pleasure being your personal Tour Guide & Ambassador to this great place we call Austin, Texas.

The only way to get a closer look is to come visit and explore this Rock ‘in town we call Austin. The term that I’m sure you have heard: “Keep Austin Weird” is a marketing slogan but it’s also who we are – were weird because we are special and different. Unlike any other city in the world.  Trust me but don’t take my word for it.. come explore and find out for yourself.  That’s what I did back in 1999…. I came down for a long three day weekend and three months later my bags were packed and I was officially moved in just in time to celebrate New Years in my new city!  Now that I’ve lived in Austin for over 12 years I get to claim the title Austinite – it’s a title I wear proudly and so can you …. so let me help.

It would be my pleasure to serve you and your real estate needs regardless of if you are all ready living in Austin or considering the move.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Keep Austin Rock’in,

Matthew C. Layman

Austin’s Rock’in Realtor®

http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/

cell: 512.771.0754

mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

https://twitter.com/#!/matthewclayman

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Harris Branch & Belhaven Real Estate Market Update

Harris Branch & Belhaven Real Estate Market Update:  January 2012

Theirs no need to cloud the truth or fudge the numbers.  Harris Branch and Belhaven has been hit with a wave of bank foreclosures.  The reality of the situation is this is great news if your a buyer in Harris Branch or Belhaven but no so much good news if your a seller.  This news hits close to home because not only am I Harris Branch and Belhaven’s neighborhood Real Estate expert which effects my business but I’m also your neighbor which effects my own home value.  I’ve owned a house for the last four years on Cromarty Cove with my adorable puppy Maximus.

Maximus Tenns Ball

If your not in a hurry to sell your home or not in a desperate situation now is not the time.  I would encourage you to hold off, hunker down, or look to rent out your property if you have to.  But if you are left with no other options and you must list your home because your moving out of state then that’s a different story.

If you are currently living in Harris Branch or Belhaven and or thinking about moving into the neighborhood I would encourage you to like the Harris Branch Neighborhood fan page: http://www.facebook.com/Harrisbranch to keep up with all the local news and what’s happening in your neighborhood!  It’s a great way to keep up with your neighbors and form better relationships.

Harris Branch and Belhaven is a beautiful master-planned community in northeast Austin just off of Highway 290 and Parmer Lane.    This little sleepy community features over 2,000+ homes, and has over eight subdivisions.

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*  Recreational facilities

*  basketball and tennis courts

*  Junior Olympics-sized pool

* Jogging trails

* On-site daycare

*  Lots of beautiful small lakes and ponds dot the landscape

Tech-industry workers living in Harris Branch and Belhaven can look forward to easy commutes, thanks to tech industry giants like Dell, Samsung, Applied Materials, and others.  You are only 11 miles away from the University of Texas campus and Texas Memorial Stadium which is home to the UT longhorns football team.  Being so close to the university makes it an attractive community to call home for the University of Texas professors, students, and alumni.  Also an easy drive south in little over 12.7 miles you will be enjoying all of downtown Austin’s favorite attractions such as live music, entertainment, delicious food, and all of Austins’ famous culture and nightlife.

Now to the Numbers:

Sold during the last 120 days in Harris Branch and Belhaven (Sept, Oct, Nov, & Dec) 2011:

  • 5 homes sold between Sept 1st and Dec 31st
  • Median sold price: $138,000
  • Median days on the market: 113 days
  • Most expensive home sold: $152,000
  • Median Sold $ / Sq Ft price: $67 per sq ft.

Foreclosed during the last 120 days in Harris Branch and Belhaven (Sept, Oct, Nov, & Dec) 2011:

  • 6 homes sold between Sept 1st and Dec 31st
  • Median sold price: $115,000
  • Median days on the market: 74 days
  • Most expensive home sold: $145,000
  • Median Sold $ / Sq Ft price: $60 per sq ft.

Active Listings in Harris Branch and Belhaven:

  • Currently active listings: 13 homes
    (inventory levels favor the buyer currently)
  • Median home list price: $166,630
  • Median home features: 2,752 sq ft, 4 beds, 2 bath
  • Median days on the market for active homes: 90 days
  • Foreclosed/REO homes on the market: 2 homes

Note: Having a Buyers Market does not mean that Buyers can have their way with making super low ball offers, but it does mean sellers are going to have to be realistic and not over price their home from the start The key to selling your home for top dollar is setting a realistic list price from day 1 by not getting greedy and over pricing your home for the first 6o-90 days and then having to drastically lower the price of your home by 10-20% after 90 days.  The good news for the sellers of Harris Branch and Belhaven is typically you have two types of buyers: A) Those wanting a home that’s not bank owned (foreclosure) and B) Those wanting a bank owned property.  Typically bank owned properties are in bad shape, foundations need repair, and left in bad shape, not always but typically many bank owned properties will require a lot of fixing up to bring up to a liveable standard.

If you are considering buying a home in Harris Branch or Belhaven or thinking of selling your home in Harris Branch or Belhaven – please do give me a call so we can discuss your Real Estate needs and goals. I’ve sold over 40+ homes in this neighborhood alone the last 5 years and also call this subdivision home.  So not only would I be your Realtor but also your neighbor.  You most likely found my blog via google search – I’m the highest rank website when you use Harris Branch and Belhaven search terms – so if your a home owner thinking of selling your home wouldn’t it make since to work the top Harris Branch Neighborhood Expert who’s ranked the highest on google and other search engines? Working with a realtor who has the highest Neighborhood search terms will mean your home will have the most amount of online visibility and by more buyers, which turns into more showing, then more offers, and finally an executed contract! :)   You deserve to work with the best – call me today to discuss your Real Estate needs…

For more information on real estate in Harris Branch and other popular Austin subdivisions

contact Harris Branch #1 Neighborhood Expert,

Matthew C. Layman

Cell: 512-771-0754


Email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/

http://www.facebook.com/Harrisbranch

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Fu*K Wall Street (Get Your Money Back)

Hey!

Yeah I said it.  “FU*K Wall Street!”

Wall Street is broken.

Washington is corrupt.

And your wealth, (what you have now AND whatever you make in the future)…

It’s under attack.

Need proof?

Tell me – how did you 401K/IRA, mutual funds or stocks do last year?

Not so good?  Or… non-existent returns?

The top 13 mutual funds based on a CNN survey got 0.25% in 2011 so far.  Your savings account is paying more… and it’s GUARANTEED interest.

Something is severely wrong with how you can save, protect, and grow your money in these economic times.

But you can escape this financial mess.

Over the last twelve months, my good friend, real estate client, and business mentor, Mike Dillard from Austin, TX has gotten on the plane and flew all over the country looking for self-made millionaires, under-the-radar businessmen and quiet entrepreneurs who have net worth of least $10 million to $1 billion.

He had one simple question for them:

“How do you protect and even grow your money during this economic crisis?

HINT: It’s NOT on Wall Street.

They do what Mike calls “BLACK BOX” strategies.

See their answers here:

Mike has collected over 15 safe, reliable and proven wealth strategies that safely return anywhere from 10.5% to 27% annually.

He calls them “black box strategies” because it
seems like only the ultra-rich know about them…
even though nearly ANYONE can use them. (They just
don’t know about them).

One of these “black box” strategies has tripled
his money since 2008.

Discover what it is here:

Discover what it is here:

Discover what it is HERE:

=> Another puts his money in a tax-sheltered,
hidden-from-creditors vehicle that pays 8-10%
annually with a guaranteed principle
(meaning, it
NEVER goes below what you put in).

=> Yet another shows you how you can safely,
reliably make 27% annually for the next 20 years.

And finally, even if you don’t think you have
“extra money” to invest…

You need to watch this video Mike just put
together…

Why?

Because he’ll also introduce you to someone who
can “crack open” your IRA/401K and put it in
better investments than what Wall Street
prescribes you

(i.e. mutual funds that don’t perform and steal
1.5% management fees every year even when they
lose money)

Mike is revealing FOUR of these “black box” strategies for FREE here…

Keep Rock ‘in,

Matthew

Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor ®

The Elevation Group

P.S. All four of the “black box” strategies above
has very little to NOTHING to do with Wall Street.
The ultra-rich are smart enough to stay away from
that filthy swamp. They use out-of-the-box
thinking instead.

You can too

Access is HERE

The Elevation Group


Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor Matthew Layman is a sought after Realtor to some of the nations top CEO’s, Millionaire Entrepreneurs, Top Internet Marketer’s, & Celebrities empowering them get a taste of the GOOD LIFE right here in the heart of central Texas.  Matthew’s passionate about making sure all of his clients get to experience what makes his city so special: The Rock’ in live music scene which makes Austin “The Live Music Capital of the World” and the city’s motto:  “Keep Austin Weird” which supports local and small business.

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The 7 stage progression of every Empire

My good friend and mentor Mike Dillard just re-opened The Elevation Group today and I wanted to write a blog post about the 7 stage progression that acts as a “pattern” for every major empire since the beginning of time.

No matter how things change every thing still remains the same.  I’m sure you’ve heard the saying you can predict the future by studying the past.  This may be partially true but Mike Dillard makes an interesting point “I am not a major student of historic events because I believe there is a more reliable predictor of future: human nature- of which I AM an avid student.

Because no matter how much our society has grown technologically or how much knowledge we have acquired, at the END of the DAY, we are still HUMAN.  Our decisions, patterns, and behaviors are still dictated by the one thing from which we can never escape: our nature and our drive to AVOID PAIN and PURSUE PLEASURE.”

Mike hits the nail on the head with his assessment of the human condition.  One just has to look at Black Friday where literally you had hundreds of thousands of Americans waiting hours and hours in the cold to have a shot at buying goods and electronics at a discount.  You have a waffle riot at Wal-Mart where dozens of customers are fighting over a supply of $2 waffle makers.  In another case you have a Wal-Mart shopper in Los Angeles use pepper spray to fend of customers in the Xbox aisle injuring about 20 people.  These are perfect examples of the great lengths humans will go to bring about pleasure or to avoid pain.  The fear of loss comes into play here as well but that’s a topic for another day.  Experts say well we have evolved as creatures and with knowledge and technology we hold all the power to fix or prevent any challenge that may come about.  But the experts are forgetting the one and only thing that matters most….

My point is simple… regardless of if it’s Rome days, Colonial days, or now here in 2011 that were still the same animal behind the wheel and that our nature has not changed.  In fact, as my friend Michael Maloney documents in his recent book on the history of currencies, “Rich Dad’s Guide to Investing in Gold and Silver,” there’s a 7-stage progression that happens over and over again…

  • STAGE 1:  A country starts out with good money, which is either gold, or backed by gold.
  • STAGE 2:  As it develops economically and socially, it begins to take on more and more economic burdens, adding layer upon layer of public works and social programs.
  • STAGE 3:  As its economic affluence grows so does its political influence and it increases expenditures to fund a massive military.
  • STAGE 4:  Eventually it puts its military to use and expenditures explode.
  • STAGE  5:  To fund the war – the costliest of man’s endeavors – it steals the wealth of its people by replacing their money with currency that can be created in unlimited quantities.
Chart of Military Spending ($Billions)

Chart of Military Spending ($Billions)

It does this at the outbreak of war; as in the case of WWI, during the Vietnam War, or as a perceived solution to the economic ravages of previous wars as Germany did after WWI.

Despite the fact that this chart from 2005, it clearly shows the massive disparity between the  military spending of the US vs. the rest of the world.

And the trend is increasing exponentially, with $711 Billion going to the military in 2008 vs. $420 Billion seen here in 2005.

  • STAGE 6:   Finally, the wealth transfer caused by the expansion of the currency supply is felt by the population as severe consumer price inflation, triggering a loss of faith in the countries currency.
  • STAGE 7:  An en masse movement out of the currency into precious metals and other tangible assets take place, the currency collapses, and massive wealth is transferred to those who had enough foresight to position their money into the right asset class before hand (example: Gold & Silver, Real Estate, Oil & Gas, etc)

Once you are registered inside Mike will demonstrate in more detail within the Elevation Group videos about how right NOW we are in the United States sitting between Stage 6 and Stage 7.  It’s scary to even think about that we … the good old USA have gotten ourselves this far down the rabbit hole and we are on verge of being the next great failed Empire!

It’s important for you to know the timing of all this and what’s happening today, and also how you can profit from it…

United States: Consumer Credit Outstanding (year-over-year difference, US$ bins)

United States: Consumer Credit Outstanding (year-over-year difference, US$ bins)

On the surface, most people think the severe recession we’re in right now is a result of the busted housing bubble, which resulted in a massive credit contraction show here.

And while that is indeed the case, what people fail to realize is that the credit crunch is only 1 of 5 challenges we’re about to face, and in fact, the other 5 are much larger.

So what are these 5 major trends you ask?!?! We’ll I’ll give you a few hints: Housing Bubble, Record amounts of New Debt, Your Parents and Grandparents … Also known as Social Entitlement Program Obligations, the Great 401K Fake-Out or Pull-Out, and Peak Oil!

But to learn about these 5 MAJOR CHALLENGES that are looking us dead in the EYE you are going to have to go watch the full presentation yourself – You will also get an opportunity to watch PART 1 of Mike Dillard’s Elevation Group “Year-In-Review,” I was 1 of the lucky 12 Elevation Group members who got to attend the live filming of the event a few weeks ago here in Austin, TX at the beautiful swanky W Hotel and Residence in downtown Austin.  Since you were not able to attend The Elevation Group “Year-in-Review” in person here’s your chance to watch PART 1 and here from Mike about his economic predictions for 2012, and it’s a MUST WATCH   http://bit.ly/ukPFTh

Don’t delay … go watch NOW How to Predict Your Financial Future:  http://bit.ly/ukPFTh
If you have any questions about the 7 stage progression of every Empire or questions regarding The Elevation Group feel free to email me at: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com
I’ve been lucky to have a glimpse inside the creation of The Elevation Group from the very first day … when Mike shared his rough draft presentation over 2 years ago in my living room here in Austin, TX with 15 of my closest business advisers. I’ve seen it from it’s rawest form to it’s present day master piece.
So go peal back the curtain and learn the secret “Black Box” Investment Strategies of the Rich and learn how to predict your very own financial future …  here is your blue print and map http://bit.ly/ukPFTh see you on the inside!
-Matthew C. Layman
The Elevation Group
Elite Member
Austin Chapter Member

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The Changing Face of Austin Demographics

Top Demographic Trends for Austin, TX

  • Total growth and population increase during the decade:

Austin’s total growth increased incrementally over the past 50 years.  During the 1960s, the total growth in Austin totaled 90,000.  The numbers rose to 190,000 during the 70s and 250,000 in the 80s.  By the 90s, the total growth number was almost 400,000 and in 2010, hit 466,000.  The total population for the Austin-Metropolitan Area was 1,720,000 in 2010.  The metropolitan area is often referred to as the Austin MSA, or the Metropolitan Statistical Area.  The Austin MSA ranked third in a list of top 30 metropolitan areas ranked by percentage growth.  In 2010, the City of Austin ranked 14th, just under San Francisco, for Top 30 largest cities in the country.

  • A decidedly suburban tilt to the decade’s population growth:

From 2000-2010, almost 72 percent of all population growth came from the suburbs.  This is a significant shift from the 1990s when the growth coming from the suburbs was only 52 percent.

  • A lumpy landscape of population growth and decline within the central city:

There are various attributions to these changes, including many middle-class families fleeing from the central city to the suburbs; a big overall drop in household size; a steep increase in the cost of central-city housing, large-scale changes in the racial and ethnic makeup of many central neighborhoods; and unequal tear-downs and rebuilds in terms of total units.

  • Deep urban pooling and suburban sprawling of working-class households:

The total population growth of whites was 176,000 compared to almost 200,000 Hispanics from 2000-2010.

  • Significant suburbanization of African-American households:

From 2000-2010, Austin was one of the top cities where African-Americans moved to its suburbs.  Other cities that made the list include Atlanta, New York, Dallas, Denver, San Jose, and Los Angeles.

  • Substantial increase in international immigration:

Immigrants played a part in population growth, with 65 percent domestic migration, 28 percent natural immigration and eight percent international immigration.  The domestic percentage slowed to 41 percent domestic migration, growing to 36 percent for natural immigration and 23 percent for international immigration.

  • New growth numbers for the very young, baby boomers and seniors:

In 2010, the under-five age group was 122,000; there were 60,000 boomers and 19,000 seniors.  Austin was one of the metro areas with the fastest growing pre-senior (age 55-64) and senior (65 and older) population from 2000-2010.  Other cities on the list are Raleigh, Madison, Salt Lake City and Portland.

  • The Asian boom:

From 1970 to 2010, the total Asian population grew to 82,000.  Asians make up over six percent of the total Austin population, with Houston’s Asian population at 5.8 percent.  The total Asian population includes 29.9 percent Indian; 23.1 percent Chinese, 15.2 percent Vietnamese, 13.0 percent other, 11.0 percent Korean, 5.4 percent Filipino; and 2.4 percent Japanese.

  • Hispanics now dominating the younger cohorts:

Compared to other races under age 18, Hispanics make up 50 percent; Anglos are 31.8 percent; African-Americans are 8.3 percent; Asians 5.7 percent; and 3.3 percent are other.

Austin and its suburban cities continue to boom, with an increase in African-Americans, Hispanics, Asians, as well as the baby-boomers and seniors.  It will be interesting to see how Central Texas and its populations evolve over the next decade.

This data came from City of Austin Demographer Ryan Robinson, who studies data mapping and interpretation, population change, and the rise of socioeconomic inequality.

If your thinking about visiting Austin because you are attracted to one of the many different reasons people fall in LOVE with AUSTIN - and interested in getting a closer look at the local real estate market because you seriously considering a move or relocating- I would love to be your Tour Guide & Ambassador to this special place on earth we call Austin!

The only way to get a closer look is to come visit and explore this Rock ‘in town we call Austin. The term that I’m sure you have heard: “Keep Austin Weird” is a marketing slogan but it’s also who we are – were weird because we are special and different. Unlike any other city in the world.  Trust me but don’t take my word for it.. come explore and find out for yourself.  That’s what I did back in 1999 I came down for a long three day weekend and three months later my bags were packed and I was officially moved in just in time to celebrate New Years in my new city!  Now that I’ve lived in Austin for over 10 years I get to claim the title Austinite – it’s a title I wear proudly and so can you …. so let me help.

Just call me Cell: (512) 771.0754 or email: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com Come plant your roots in Austin …we would love to have you!

If you are all ready living in this Rock ‘in town we call Austin and looking to move-up or become a first time home buyer please give me a call.  I enjoy working with locals as much as I do new folks relocating to our beloved city. I would love to assist in helping you find your next dream home or condo.

Keep Austin Rock ‘in,

Matthew C. Layman

Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor®

http://austinsrockinrealestateblog.com/

cell: 512.771.0754

mlatxrealestate@gmail.com

https://twitter.com/#!/matthewclayman

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New List Price for 12612 Tierra Grande TRL in Steiner Ranch

Austin’s Rock’in Realtor Matthew Layman presents another new listing at 12612 Tierra Grande TRL Austin TX 78732.  This lovely home sits in the prestigious subdivision of River Dance which is a small neighborhood within master plan community of Steiner Ranch.

This unique home has lots of defining touches through some very nice upgrades and you will want add this charming home to your list to see if you are looking in the Steiner Ranch area.

  • 12612 Tierra Grande TRL Austin, TX 78732  MLS # 5296150
  • 2,045 sq ft / $144 per sq ft a “bargain” price in this area / listed at: $294,500
  • List Price: $294,500  – priced below sold comps on the same street, same floor plan, but this home has more upgrades
  • 3 bed
  • 2 bath
  • 1 Story ranch style home
  • Built in 2009 by Taylor Morrison Homes
  • South West facing
  • Greenbelt lot for added privacy
  • Exquisite hand scraped dark rich wood floors throughout, including study
  • Carpet in all 3 bedrooms
  • Gorgeous granite counter tops in kitchen
  • Dark rich wood cabinets, along with glass cabinetry to show off your lovely china
  • Extended bar top – great for serving and entertaining guests
  • Recessed lights throughout
  • Stainless steal appliance package
  • Fireplace
  • Window Seat
  • Extended master bedroom with sitting area – great area to read or space for a new born crib
  • Walk your children to an exemplary elementary school
  • Located in the lovely master plan community of Steiner Ranch
  • A short 3 minute drive to Lake Austin where you can enjoy boating, fishing, wake boarding, water skiing, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding, and many other lovely out door activities
  • Close to one of America’s top 10 Resort Luxury Spas: Lake Austin Spa – pamper yourself with massages and facials
  • Enjoy fine dining and a great brunch at the Steiner Ranch steak house
  • Leander ISD
12612 Tierra Grande

12612 Tierra Grande

View from entry way

View from entry way

Beautiful hand scraped dark wood floors & fireplace

Beautiful hand scraped dark wood floors & fireplace

Glass cabinetry

Glass cabinetry

Gorgeous Granite Counter Tops in the Kitchen

Gorgeous Granite Counter Tops in the Kitchen

Family Room

Family Room

View of Family Room looking back towards the Kitchen

View of Family Room looking back towards the Kitchen

Master bedroom features extended sitting area

Master bedroom features extended sitting area

Master Bath

Master Bath

view from the backyard - 4 sides stone

view from the backyard - 4 sides stone

If you have any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment to view this lovely home that is listed at 12612 Tierra Grande TRL Austin Tx 78732  MLS # 5296150 or any others in the Steiner Ranch area, please give me a call anytime at 512.771.0754 or email me at: mlatxrealestate@gmail.com  Matthew is your local Neighborhood Expert for the Steiner Ranch subdivision.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Keep Austin Rock’in,

Matthew C. Layman

Austin’s Rock ‘in Realtor®

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12612 Tierra Grande

12612 TIERRA GRANDE TRL, AUSTIN, TX 78732

MLS #: 5296150



$319,900 – Active – 18 Days on Market

House for Sale in River Dance Ph 04, Steiner Ranch, in Austin, Texas

Bedrooms:3Bathrooms:2Square Ft:2045Acres:0.203Garages:2Year Built:2009

For a more detailed listing of this property, please visit:

http://www.realtyaustin.com/idx/homes/texas/austin/78732/12612-tierra-grande-trl/5296150.html

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6213 TASAJILLO TRAIL AUSTIN, TX 78739

$279,900 – Active – 62 Days on Market

House for Sale in Park West At Circle C Ph 01, in Austin, Texas

Bedrooms:3Bathrooms:2Square Ft:1985Acres:0.157Garages:2Year Built:1999


MLS #: 5879047

Extraordinary & Exquisite! Most “Distinct” home in ParkWest. UPGRADES GALORE $89k Worth, Beautiful Brazilian Hard Wood Floors throughout including Master, beds: 2 & 3, upgraded Travertin Tile Kitchen & wet areas, Gorgeous Granite Countertops, Tile backsplash, Under Cabinet Windows kitchen, Recessed Lights, Custom Built out Fireplace w/ Stone, Custom Stone Bar in kitchen, NEW water heater, Gated Community, Covered porch w/ tile. Minutes to pool school & shopping. Looking in Circle C Best Buy under $300k!

School District:Austin ISDElementary School:KikerElementary School 2:N/AMiddle School:BaileyJunior High School:N/AHigh School:N/ASenior High School:Bowie

Price/Sqft:$141Estimated Taxes:$6,173Tax Rate:2.316HOA $:135HOA Fee Includes:Common Area Maintenance, See AgentHOA Frequency:MonthlyForeclosure/REO:NoExemptions:HomesteadLegal Description:Lot 15 Blk C Park West At Circle C Phs 1


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