Kyle, TX

Plum Creek — Kyle TX — Market Report — 03/10/2010

A grand master-planned community south of Austin TX, Plum Creek Kyle TX sits on more than 2,200 acres. It is pedestrian-friendly and is a mixed-use development, which means that when completed, Plum Creek Kyle TX will be a self-contained community for many. With a grand total of more than 8,500 dwelling units planned, there are currently more than 1,500 single-family homes complete -- with most of them occupied -- in Plum Creek Kyle TX.

Here is a Market Report for the past 6 months in Plum Creek Kyle TX:

Also, here is a breakdown of homes SOLD and CLOSED transactions for the past 3 months in Plum Creek Kyle TX:

Sales are brisk — as you can tell by this information, activity has been excellent in the community. The prices have remained competitive, and the homes tend to be priced correctly and the final sales prices reflect that in Plum Creek Kyle TX.

Steeplechase — Kyle TX — Market Report — 03/08/2010

Steeplechase Kyle TX is a community of single-family homes that is one of the oldest planned subdivisions in Kyle TX. The homebuilding in Steeplechase in Kyle TX began about 12 years ago and ended several years ago.

There is not a mandatory Homeowners' Association in Steeplechase Kyle TX neighborhood at this time, although there have been some unsuccessful attempts at creating one in the past. A voluntary HOA does exist, however.

Here is a PIE CHART of the Market Report for Steeplechase Kyle TX, which shows the market activity for the past 6 months:

Also, details of the SOLD activity in Steeplechase Kyle TX for the past 4 months is included here:

Notice that there has been some discounting from list prices, but overall sales have been pretty close to the asking price. The homes in Steeplechase Kyle TX are considered affordable and an option for first-time homebuyers.

Short Sales The Easiest Listing You Ever Had? It's Possible!

I know it sounds crazy. And if you have ever tried to do a short sale and failed, you are probably very curious as to how this is possible.

Let me start by saying that pre-foreclosure negotiations -- or short-sale negotiations as they are called in the business -- can overwhelm those who have not done them. No matter how experienced you are as a real estate agent, the short sale is a different beast.

It's true that there are many agents who have gor a great system down and do a lot of short sales successfully. But many do not even try.

But imagine if somebody else did all the mundane, tedious and frustrating phone calls, info gathering, and paperwork for you? Then the short sale listing becomes the easiest listing you ever had.

Consider:

• You don't have to fight the seller on price.
• You don't have to worry about open houses.
• You don;t have to worry about constant updates.

My associates have done not dozens, but hundreds of short sales successfully. Contact me and I can give you more details -- Agent Aaron @ 512-845-4204.

Indian Paintbrush — Kyle TX — Market Report — 03/07/2010

Indian Paintbrush Kyle TX s a community that features single-family homes built starting in 2004 by NuHome and Lennar Homes. Here is a PIE CHART showing market activity for Indian Paintbrush Kyle TX for the past 6 months through Sunday, March 7, 2010:

The neighborhood is more intimate than some of the other, sprawling developments in the area.

Here are some statistics for SOLD properties in the past 6 months from Indian Paintbrush in Kyle TX:

As you can see, the sales prices have been close to asking prices overall -- but actually a bit higher than list; sometimes this is because of bidding wars, sometimes because the seller is paying some of the buyers' closing costs. Some bank-owned and distressed properties in Indian Paintbrush Kyle TX have meant there are bargains to find here.

If you would like to see any of the homes in Indian Paintbrush Kyle TX, please call Agent Aaron @ 512-845-4204.

Don't Let Ignorance Turn A HUD Home Into A Dud Home

There are many good deals out there on preforeclosure, REO, and HUD homes. But not all are great deals, so it pays to be prepared during your home search.

HUD homes, or homes that have been foreclosed from VA or FHA loans and are now back on the market, have some things about them that may not settle well with certain buyers.

But if you are patient, know a good home inspector, and are willing to put some work and money into these homes, the the HUD home can be a good deal.

They are sold "as-is" in the truest sense of the word -- no guarantees, no repairs made (although there may be a small repair escrow on the property).

You don't technically have an automatic "out" with a HUD home, but generally they will give you back your earnest money if your inspector finds something bad about the home that HUD's inspector didn't find. Sometimes they will offer a contribution to an escrow for repairs, but it is rarely enough to cover what needs to be done.

So, be cautious, and listen to your inspector. If the "bones" of the home are good, and you are comfortable with the repairs that need to be made, you may have a great deal on your hands!