Home Buying Tips and Ideas
Texas Photography—Two-Steppin' Your Way through the Lonestar State witAuthor: SmokinVette Texas Photography! To photograph virtually anything in Texas, you need a wide-angle view. As any proud Texan will tell you: Everything's bigger in Texas. Cattle ranches are like oceans of grassland feeding enormous herds of livestock, including the famous longhorn steer. Texas hospitality is just as big, whether it's ... READMORE |
No Halt to 100% financing, USDA committing to additional fundsNo Halt to 100% financing, USDA committing to additional funds!!The USDA announced that they are issuing $105 million in funding once current funds are exhausted. This is a change from their previous stance and allows current USDA loans to close and fund in the interim between the new legislation going ... READMORE |
Substantiate your home's value by getting an appraisalSubstantiate your home's value by getting an appraisal Whether selling Austin real estate, a home on the other side of the world in London, Longmont real estate out in the shadow of the Rockies, the same rule goes into effect: Your potential buyers will most likely doubt your asking price, no ... READMORE |
Scenic RV Campgrounds in Central TexasAuthor: Morgan Texas is a beautiful state located in the South Central United States and it is nicknamed as Lone Star State. It has diverse landscapes and scenic backdrops and therefore this place is visited by a number of tourists every year. The state is generally regarded as a part of ... READMORE |
Renting, in Texas, as a Permanent Solution: Is That What You Really WaSome people find themselves living in a rented home for such a long time that they could have bought a home with the amount they paid for rent over the years. Such people could be described as permanent renters. Of course we should recognize that some intentionally make the choice ... READMORE |
Investing in the Throne Room Can Make You Feel RegalInvesting in the Throne Room Can Make You Feel Regal Upgrading your bathroom can be one of the best investments you can make in a home. Time and again it has been shown that the bathroom and the kitchen are the areas with the most significant impact on home values. Therefore, ... READMORE |
Step by Step Through the Home Buying JungleStep by Step Through the Home Buying Jungle The process of buying a home for the first time can seem a little too difficult. There are a lot of seemingly complicated things happening at any given time in the process, with so many individuals involved. It's a jungle out there, ... READMORE |
Be Quick, Firm and Meticulous With Landlord-Tenant DisagreementsBe Quick, Firm and Meticulous With Landlord-Tenant Disagreements When you own and rent out property, you're going to have to deal with disputes with your tenants occasionally. Some are going to be real complaints, but others are going to be frivolous. Even though it takes effort, keeping good tenants is definitely ... READMORE |
Is the Local School System Important in Your Choice of Where to Live?Is the Local School System Important in Your Choice of Where to Live? If your family includes children and you're planning on moving to a new neighborhood, the schools are be one of your first concerns. Does the neighborhood or city have good schools for your children? Are the teachers and ... READMORE |
Ancient Wisdom of Feng Shui in Making Your Color ChoicesEven if you don't know much about colors that go well together and home decorating, you have probably heard or read about the term Feng Shui on TV or in magazines. Feng Shui is one of the newest ideas in home decorating, yet it comes from ancient Eastern ideas. Even ... READMORE |
HUD came out with three major changes for FHA this week March 2012HUD came out with three major changes this week for FHA loans when case numbers ordered April 1 2012 and afterward. This does not mean that the loan must be closed by April 1, 2012 but a contract must be executed and the FHA case number ordered through their system ... READMORE |
New Home Purchases - Negotiating Tips for New HomebuyersAuthor: Aubrey Clark There are many techniques to negotiating a new home purchase. Almost everyone has their own brand and approach to negotiating, as evidenced by the dozens of books written on the subject. There really isn't a right or wrong way to negotiate as long as you have the basics ... READMORE |
Easy Ways to Make Your Texas Garage Sale a SuccessNearly everybody you know needs to make a few extra bucks every now and again. In addition to making some cash, many people want to simplify all the things in their lives. If you want to organize your stuff, and make a little extra cash in the process, consider having ... READMORE |
Dangers to Avoid as a RenterDangers to Avoid as a Renter You may be among those who choose the convenience of renting a house over the more complicated hassle of buying. Or, like many others, you could be just marking time until you are ready to deal with a home purchase. Renting, though, carries with it ... READMORE |
You Can Make Your Move With Confidence and SuccessThe process of moving presents more opportunities for mistakes and stress than remaining in one place. Those who move their households, whether in Texas or out of Texas without encountering any trouble, are rare; most people move only when they have to, either by being drawn somewhere by necessity or ... READMORE |
Should You Buy New Construction or an Older Home?Should You Buy New Construction or an Older Home? New home or existing construction? Most people start the process with a preconceived notion of what kind they like, but it the question deserves a second thought. This can be one of your most influential decisions. Have you really thought about the ... READMORE |
How to Sell a Home If You Have a FamilyHow to Sell a Home If You Have a Family When selling your home, having it in the best showing condition it can be has got to be your highest priority. Getting that done when you have small children in the house can be tough at best, let alone to make ... READMORE |
The Upside and the Downside of Choosing to Live in a CondominiumThe Upside and the Downside of Choosing to Live in a Condominium If you love it in a city setting and you need your privacy, a condo becomes your best option. But if you want to have a little patch of land and you like the open spaces, forget living in ... READMORE |
Tips for Conducting a Smooth Departure Walk-ThroughTips for Conducting a Smooth Departure Walk-Through It isn't always easy to say "goodbye" to a good tenant. But when it is time for your good tenant to move away, doing a walk-through inspection before they leave is necessary to avoid disputes. Were they careful with the house or did they ... READMORE |
Financing a New Home PurchaseAuthor: John Trodey Being in the market for a new home can be a very exciting time in your life. The market may have a great number of choices and whether or not you have narrowed down your decision to just a few or one particular home, there is no question ... READMORE |
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Jeff Kessler Broker, ABR, GRI, Realtor®, offers the highest quality of Real Estate on the market today. Since 1997, he has provided superior service to his customers and have assisted them in achieving their goals. He has over 9 years of experience and his commitment to excellence have earned him the reputation as the one of the best in the area.
Leadership: With Austin Homes Realtor®, you receive the kind of quality and service you expect from a leader. Our company is always evolving as the needs or our customers change and as new opportunities are created in the market. You can rest assured that, working with Austin Homes Realtor®, you will enjoy the latest services, technology and developments in the industry. Teamwork: We make it our responsibility to know you and your business. We work closely with you to ensure that the solutions we provide are tailored to meet your unique needs and challenges. We are committed to your success.
Customer Relations: At Austin Homes Realtor®, our highest priority is satisfied customers. You are important to us and you can expect us to go the extra mile for your business. Superior customer service is the hallmark of Austin Homes Realtor®, We are proud to serve you and work hard to earn your business.
Accredited Buyer Representative
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYER'S AGENT Council ("REBAC") of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria. Over 31,000 REALTORS® hold the ABR® designation. REBAC (Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council) REBAC is geared towards real estate brokers and agents who want to integrate buyer agency services into their day-to-day operations so that they can provide a full menu of services to both buyers and sellers. You can contact REBAC by calling Customer Service at 1-800-648-6224, e-mailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visiting their Web site at http://www.rebac.net.
Graduate, Realtor Institute
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute Members involved in residential real estate who want a solid base of information for their practice will want to participate in the REALTOR® Institute program and earn the GRI designation. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Request Fax-on-Demand* Document #9, or contact your State REALTOR ® Association for course dates and locations. A listing of the State REALTOR® Associations is available at http://www.realtor.org/griclear.nsf?opendatabase.
Sumita G. (client)
Jeff was a pleasure to work with. His professionalism, promptness and can-do spirit made the home buying/rebating process painless. I would highly recommend Jeff for any future home buyers as he exceeded all of my expectations. It was great to know that someone was looking out for my interests. |