Model homes are designed to draw you in—and they do a great job! It’s easy to imagine yourself living in that perfectly staged space. But before you step inside, there’s something important to know: the sales rep you meet works for the builder, not for YOU! So, Why Does That Matter? The builder’s rep is […]

Dripping Springs, TX – September 2025 If you’ve been wanting to live outside Austin city limits to keep things affordable, but haven’t given Dripping Springs a thought yet, THIS neighborhood might change your mind. Cannon Ranch balances modern living with small-town charm…that IS affordable! Here’s what you’ll love about this community: Homes & Options Savings […]

You’re SO close! You’ve made it through home shopping, contract negotiations, financing, and inspections. Now comes the last big step before closing day: the final walkthrough. Think of this as your final opportunity to make sure the home is move-in ready, whether you’re buying new construction or resale. New Construction Walkthroughs Builders typically offer two […]

Signing a purchase contract is exciting—it means the seller has agreed to your offer and you’re on the path to homeownership! But what happens next depends on the type of home you’re buying. While most of the steps are the same for resale or new construction homes, there are a few differences. Let’s break it […]

By now, you’ve tracked your spending, cut unnecessary costs, and maybe even built up a small emergency fund. September is the month to turn up that momentum toward paying down debt. Debt—especially high-interest debt like credit cards—can quietly drain your budget and slow down progress toward your bigger goals, whether that’s buying a home, a […]

When you’re planning to buy a home, it’s easy to focus only on the down payment and monthly mortgage. But there’s another important piece to this home buying puzzle: CLOSING COSTS. Closing costs typically range between 2–5% of the purchase price, and they cover all the services and fees required to officially transfer the home […]

Austin, TX – August 2025 Last week I toured Brookfield Residential in Easton Park in Austin, and I just couldn’t wait to share this one with you. If you’ve been on the fence about buying, this Southeast Austin community is just one of the amazing options that makes homeownership feel closer than you think. Let’s break it […]

If you’re dreaming of homeownership but feel like it’s still a year or two away—good news!…a new construction home might bring that dream closer. Last week, we talked about how builder incentives could be your ticket to buying sooner than you thought. This week, I want to break down what those incentives actually are and […]

August often brings a shift in routines—and budgets. Whether you’re prepping for a new school year or starting to think ahead to the holidays, now is the perfect time to plan for seasonal expenses that can sneak up fast. For Families with Kids: Back-to-School Budgeting Back-to-school season can be a budget buster if you’re not […]

If you’re dreaming of buying your first home but feel like you’re still a year (or more) away—there’s good news. In areas like Kyle, Buda, South Austin, San Marcos, and Dripping Springs, new construction builders are offering big-time incentives that could help you get into a home sooner than you expected. From covering part of […]