How to Buy a House in Austin Book
We’ve all fantasized about owning a home!
But, many of us put it off with no end in sight ...
Let’s face it, school *did not* prepare us for this step in life.
Let Kristina Modares - Author and Co-Founder of Open House Austin, real estate education and empowerment company - walk you through it! Not only will you have the How to Buy a House in Austin book - you’ll have the entire Open House Austin team to help you through your transaction (happy clients pictured below 😊).
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Hundreds of readers already LOVE this book (and, bought their first home with us) ...
Erica
"This book is short and sweet!
It gave me the information that I needed to feel confident as a first-time home buyer in Austin, TX."
Sandra
"Everyone should read this before buying a house. The information in this guide is not readily available on the internet or elsewhere.
Reading this book is like having a knowledgeable realtor in your back pocket. Why wouldn't you inform yourself before spending your savings on a house?!"
Sam
"So happy I purchased this! What a freaking steal.
I've been living in Austin for a while, and this has definitely inspired me to purchase a house. Looking forward to taking this next step in my life, and this helped point me in that direction."
Here's Your Home Buyer Map:
"I wrote How to Buy a House in Austin as a way to show people the process of buying in this amazing and fast-growing city! All the while, showcasing all of the many benefits and possibilities of home ownership.
Say goodbye to greedy landlords, build equity, and gain control of a home all your own!"
- Kristina Modares,
Why Austin? Let Me Count The Ways...
It's a Safe Bet!
Austin has exhibited exemplary growth in the past couple of decades. Homes have appreciated an average of 10% per year in the past 5 years, which is 5% greater than the national average. If you study a chart of growth, it looks more like a stair step than lateral ups and downs, which is usually shown with market crashes.
Austin’s economy is highly resilient, even during nationwide economic crises. For example, in the 2008 Great Recession, Austin’s home prices stayed flat, while most other cities experienced massive crashes and home price drops.
4 Reasons Why Texas' Economy Fared Better in The 2008 Recession...
1
Texas got a late start in the recession. This was a period of high-energy prices and Texas experienced a significant energy boom.
2
When energy prices finally did fall as the recession picked up steam, Texas’ economy declined slower than the national average, and then bounced back faster.
3
Many banks and lenders held strong onto their conservative and un-exotic lending practices.
4
Lowered cost of land and utilities throughout Texas helped to maintain the cost of living.
Austin attracts startup and tech companies, driving the local economy. It remains more affordable than the tech-driven markets on the coasts.
For many companies, the Texas capitol has just what they need: a skilled technology workforce and a comparatively lower cost of living. Also, Austin has one of the lowest unemployment rates nationwide at just 2.6%!
Progressive City Vibe Without The Cost or Bad Attitude
Those who have lived in Austin for many years will comment about the increase in costs. However, if you compare it to other progressive cities from where people may move - like San Francisco, New York City, Boston - Austin is considerably more affordable.
Austinites create a “chill” community. We’re socially and physically active, and there is a very comfortable and low-key vibe. This can be a relief for those escaping the flashy lifestyle of say, Silicon Valley.
Still Wondering: "Why Should I Buy a House?"
1️⃣ Are you paying a ton on rent?
2️⃣ Do you plan on sticking around Austin for a while?
3️⃣ Do you have stable income?
4️⃣ Then, the answer is easy. You probably can and should buy. I’ll tell you why...
You should be putting your money into your own home, not into something you rent temporarily! If you live in Austin, you’re paying too much in rent each month and throwing away hard earned cash.
Before you start looking at houses, evaluate your personal and financial situation. Not everyone reading this needs to buy a property. Depending on your financial and personal situation and how you intend to create a better lifestyle for yourself and your loved ones. Everyone wants homeownership for different reasons, so dig deep! This book will help you explore just that.
Meet Open House Austin's Co-Founders!
Stephanie Douglass & Kristina Modares
It all started on Instagram. Kristina and Steph both realized that they wanted to learn from and meet more women like themselves. They met up for coffee, and what turned into the “best first date ever” became a partnership that has outweighed anyone’s expectations.
Now Kristina and Steph spend their time building Open House into the education hub they wish they had when they bought their first homes. From recording for the Open House Podcast to building and teaching Open House Homeschool, these ladies are busy turning our company into the go-to place for first-time buyers and investors nationwide.
Although they no longer take clients, they have trained and mentored our incredible and experienced team of agents to help you if you’re looking to buy a house in Austin! You can visit openhouseaustin.co to meet the rest of the team.
