South Austin Real Estate Blog - Sky Realty

Every summer since about 4th grade I have read at least one or two books just for the pure joy of reading.  I recall as a child my friends and I would walk to the school library on Friday and it was open for checking out books, then the next Friday we would take the book back and get another.   T...

Closing Cost 101 In todays home buying there are many terms we Realtors® use in our everyday language that maybe new to first time home buyers.  Here is a brief list of some of those terms that apply when you buy a home in Central Texas. Of course closing costs will vary with lender charges, Titl...

Septic Systems 101 Many of today's homes are in rural areas and rely on septic systems.  Some of these homes have antiquated systems and when buying or selling be sure to include a septic system inspection. Homes in Dripping Springs, Austin and many other areas fall into a septic system category....

OK, I know today is a holiday, this weekend is a great holiday weekend.  Time off?  How about looking for that perfect new home?  Realtors® often work holidays and weekends since that is the time that folks who work regular jobs are off.  Call your favorite Realtor® today and make some appointmen...

Woody Guthrie was is a legend in American Folk song .. many of his songs will never die and my favorite one that is sung throughout America this 4th of July Independence Day weekend is THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND. Enjoy the Youtube video. I'm glad I found it and could pass it on.  Happy Birthday Ameri...

Many first time home buyers are not familiar with the "lingo" of real estate, here are a few terms to help unravel some of the mystery. An Appraisal is what the bank orders to determine the value of a home.  An independent appraiser is hired to do an analysis of the home, the condition of the hom...

Everywhere today there are foreclosure properties available.  in some parts of the country there are massive amounts of them, in other parts not so many but still some available ... in all price ranges. Here in Austin Texas we have our share of foreclosures, from the HUD owned, government sales t...

Fireworks is a Grand Tradition to celebrate the Independence of America, July 4th. This year in and around Austin Texas there will be many fireworks shows and parades, most free to all.   I have read that individual neighborhoods like Shady Hollow and the Villages at Western Oaks are having para...

Every holiday gives us an opportunity to touch our clients, send out a card, put a small flag in their yard, various ways have always been available.  Sure it takes a bit of time but in some slow markets isn't this the best time to utilize that time?  Although the market has picked up somewhat wi...

It is a very old saying, Champagne Taste and a Beer Budget, I think I have heard it most of my life, meaning someone wants what their pocketbook and checkbook will not allow.  This past weekend I had that buyer in my car, sure I could find them the home they specified, 2700 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 l...