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Paying For Your Buyer's Closing Costs?

Paying For Your Buyer's Closing Costs?

Thinking about seller concessions in Austin? Learn when paying buyer closing costs makes sense - and when to stand firm. Local market insights from Kathy Sokolic. ...more

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June 17, 20267 min read

New Mueller Listing: 4533 Berkman Dr

New Mueller Listing: 4533 Berkman Dr

4533 Berkman Drive is a 3BR/2.5BA Mueller yard home with a main-floor primary suite, updated kitchen, and east-facing patio, just 3 miles from Downtown Austin. ...more

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June 12, 20264 min read

Live Larger With a Smaller Home

Live Larger With a Smaller Home

Smaller homes and condos are giving Austin buyers more options in a tight market. Discover why downsizing square footage might be your smartest move in 2026. ...more

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June 10, 20264 min read

What Veterans Need To Know About VA Home Loans

What Veterans Need To Know About VA Home Loans

Veterans may qualify for zero down, no PMI, and lower closing costs with a VA loan. Discover what your benefit covers and how to buy in Austin, TX. ...more

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June 03, 20267 min read

Mueller Market Update: April 2026

Mueller Market Update: April 2026

April 2026 Mueller market update: single-family median $914K, up 7.3% YOY. Townhome sales up 16%. Kathy Sokolic breaks down what buyers and sellers need to know. ...more

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May 29, 20266 min read

New Listing: 4500 East Oltorf Street Unit A120

New Listing: 4500 East Oltorf Street Unit A120

Updated 2BR/2BA East Austin condo with fireplace, balcony & 2026 upgrades. Minutes from Lady Bird Lake & Downtown. Move-in ready at Monaco Condos. ...more

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May 28, 20263 min read

What to Expect From an Inspection

What to Expect From an Inspection

Learn what to expect from a home inspection in Austin, TX - from scheduling and what gets examined to negotiating repairs and next steps. ...more

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May 27, 20269 min read

What History Tells Us About Whether Home Prices Will Fall

What History Tells Us About Whether Home Prices Will Fall

Are Austin home prices dropping - and should that stop you from buying? Kathy Sokolic breaks down the long-term data and what it really means for buyers in 2026. ...more

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May 20, 20268 min read

The Key to Selling Your Home Quickly - No Matter the Market

The Key to Selling Your Home Quickly - No Matter the Market

Selling your home fast is still possible - here's the strategy that wins in any market. ...more

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May 13, 20268 min read

New Listing: 7303 Geneva Drive

New Listing: 7303 Geneva Drive

New Listing: 4BR mid-century home in University Hills for sale. ...more

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May 07, 20267 min read

Your Tax Refund Could Be Your First Step Toward Owning a Home in Austin

Your Tax Refund Could Be Your First Step Toward Owning a Home in Austin

Learn how to use your tax refund for your down payment, closing costs, or rate buydown. ...more

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May 06, 20267 min read

What Is a Home Appraisal and Why Does It Matter?

What Is a Home Appraisal and Why Does It Matter?

Learn what a home appraisal is, why it matters in Austin's market, how to prepare your home, and what to do if the appraisal comes in low. ...more

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April 29, 20266 min read

Why Pre-Approval Is the First Step Every Austin Buyer Needs to Take

Why Pre-Approval Is the First Step Every Austin Buyer Needs to Take

Why pre-approval is the first step every Austin homebuyer needs - and how it gives you clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge. ...more

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April 29, 20266 min read

Renting vs. Buying - The Tradeoff Many Don't Consider

Renting vs. Buying - The Tradeoff Many Don't Consider

Renting feels safer short-term, but homeownership builds 43x more net worth over time. Here's the tradeoff you need to understand before deciding. ...more

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April 22, 20267 min read

March 2026 Mueller Market Update

March 2026 Mueller Market Update

The Mueller real estate market is moving. See March 2026 closed sales data, home prices, and market trends from Mueller Residential Group. ...more

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April 20, 20264 min read