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Things Austin Landlords Can Do To Keep Their Tenants Happy

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Nobody wants to lose a good thing! You’ve invested your time and money and leased your property. Now, by learning these things a Austin landlord can do to keep their tenants happy, you can build a reliable and hassle-free stream of steady passive income for years to come.  Empty units from unhappy tenants will eat … Continued

Things To Look For When Screening Tenants in Austin

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By knowing these things to look for when the time comes for screening tenants in Austin, you’ll avoid making a mistake that could be both a personally and financially costly lesson. While it is common practice to run credit checks as a routine part of your tenant screening process, there are some other basics that … Continued

How To Sell A Distressed Property in Austin

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For those who need to know how to sell a distressed property in Austin, we’ll cover the options you have available. Traditional listings for this type of property are not suggested as they don’t attract most buyers, take far too long, and are too costly for most owners of a distressed property. Life can bring … Continued

How To Sell a Probate Property in Austin

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After facing the loss of a loved one who didn’t have a will or investments protecting against the process altogether. To sell a probate property can mean long drawn out proceedings, especially with larger estates.  It can be costly to go through, so avoid making the mistake of skipping any of the legal requirements which … Continued

Explore Your Options When Selling Your House in Austin

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It’s been said that selling your house can be just as stressful as other major life events. When you’re under duress and need to sell your house quickly, additional strain is added to the mix. We’ll help you by exploring your options when selling your house in Austin.  Exploring All of Your Options When Selling … Continued

A Direct Sale Will Save You Money in Austin

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So you find yourself ready to sell and while you don’t want to pay all of the commissions and fees that come along with a traditional real estate agent, you also dread all that is involved with listing the property as for sale by owner. At Vista Ridge Properties, we’ll take the time to listen … Continued

Professional Home Buyer vs. Hiring an Agent in Austin

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Are you considering selling your house? You may be wondering about which is the better option, a professional home buyer vs. hiring an agent when selling your house in Austin. Life events can change your housing situation, at times despite your wishes. The time required until closing with each option is just as much of … Continued

Ways a Foreclosure Will Impact You in Austin

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There is no doubt foreclosure will impact you. Besides the obvious strain and emotional impact the situation can have on your family and personal relationships, foreclosure can also devastate your finances. From the clothes you wear to the car you drive, or even where you reside or work, it will have a residual effect on … Continued

Common Hassles You Can Avoid When Selling A House In Austin

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Are you selling a house in Austin? Learn more about some common hassles you can avoid! We can help you make selling your Austin house easy! If you are selling your Austin house, you might be preparing yourself for a long and drawn out process, filled with expenses and hassles. It doesn’t have to be that … Continued

COVID 19, MORTGAGE PAYMENTS, AND THE CARES ACT

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Many homeowners have asked me “What can I do about my mortgage payments?” I want to share with everyone this website where you can find some information. THIS IS FROM THE CONSUMERFINANCE.GOV WEBSITE LAST MODIFIED AUGUST 31, 2020. “Relief for all federally or GSE-backed mortgages Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, … Continued

Selling My House Fast in Austin

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You need to sell your Austin house fast right?  If you’re saying… “I’m having the toughest time selling my house fast in Austin“… you’re at the right place 🙂 These tips will help you get your property sold. [NOTE: Most important – if you really need to sell fast, consider the option of selling for cash offer … Continued

Understanding the Foreclosure Process in TEXAS

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Understanding the foreclosure process in TEXAS is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun.  But just know that it’s not … Continued

4 Things To Ask Local Home Buyers in Austin

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All of the processes involved in selling a home can be confusing and costly, especially considering there are no guarantees your home will sell. Using a seasoned professional can make the entire process simple and straightforward and quick!  It can be quite a letdown to have spent time, money and energy working with buyers, only … Continued