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Should You Sell Your Austin Home Now or Wait Until 2026? | Austin Housing Market Update
Should You Sell Your Austin Home Now or Wait Until 2026? | Austin Housing Market Update

Should You Sell Your Austin Home Now or Wait Until 2026? Austin’s shifting housing market has sellers weighing their timing carefully. Here’s what you need to know. Quick Answer: Austin’s median sale price in Sept. 2025 is $585,000 (+0.9% YoY), with homes averaging 48 days on market and 59% of listings seeing price cuts. If […]

Market Statistics • Selling September 25, 2025
Feeling stuck? Buying a home in Austin 2025
Feeling stuck? Buying a home in Austin 2025

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Austin? Here’s What You Need to Know Wondering if 2025 is the right time to be buying a home in Austin? You’re not alone. Many potential buyers—especially here in Austin—are wrestling with that exact question. Between fluctuating interest rates, shifting home prices, and lingering market […]

Buying September 23, 2025
Things to Do in Austin This Fall (That Aren’t Festivals)
Things to Do in Austin This Fall (That Aren’t Festivals)

What are some fun, seasonal things to do in Austin in the fall besides festivals? Fall in Austin is a sweet spot: cooler temps, gorgeous sunsets, and plenty to enjoy outdoors without the summer scorch. Whether you’re a longtime local or just settling in, there are countless ways to soak up the season—no wristbands required. […]

Find Your Austin • Things To Do September 22, 2025
The Best Coffee Shops in Austin, TX
The Best Coffee Shops in Austin, TX

Where are the best coffee shops in Austin for a great cup, a good vibe, or a productive morning? If you’re looking to discover Austin’s best local coffee shops—whether you’re house-hunting, new to town, or just want a new place to work or unwind—this guide has you covered. Why Austin Loves Its Coffee Austin is […]

Eat & Drink • Find Your Austin September 19, 2025
Austin Home Prices Drop Nearly 5%: What Buyers Need to Know in 2025
Austin Home Prices Drop Nearly 5%: What Buyers Need to Know in 2025

How much have prices dropped in Austin, and what kind of price reductions or concessions are available? Austin home prices have dropped nearly 5% year-over-year, giving buyers more leverage with price reductions and concessions from sellers. Austin Buyers Finally Have the Upper Hand If you’ve been waiting for the Austin real estate market to cool […]

Buying September 17, 2025
Selling Your Home in 2025: A Smart Real Estate Guide
Selling Your Home in 2025: A Smart Real Estate Guide

What should sellers know right now to successfully sell their home? With evolving market conditions, high interest rates, slower buyer demand, and rising inventory, selling a home in 2025 requires more strategy, flexibility, and attention to detail. Here’s how you can position your listing for success in today’s market. 1. Price Strategically (Not Optimistically) Overpriced […]

Selling September 4, 2025