By the Kent Redding Group

AUSTIN, TX. – Back on June 14th 2017 the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by just a quarter of a percent and many have predicted that they are going to raise interest rates at least two more times in 2017.

Will rising interest rates affect the Austin Texas Real Estate market? The answer to this question is probably not.

Why?

30-year mortgage interest rates are still historically low at 3.9% and we have a long way to go before interest rates go back up to “normal” historical levels.

It’s also a fact that the Fed and mortgage rates often go in opposite directions so while the Fed continues to raise interest rates we could see mortgage rates stay low at least for the remainder of this year and beyond.

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By the Kent Redding Group

It’s summer in Austin, Texas and it’s also a great time to buy a home since there are many awesome properties on the market right now including this highly desirable gem located at 6308 Clairmont Drive in Austin Texas.

About 6308 Clairmont Drive

Located in the Village at Western Oaks is 6308 Clairmont Drive; this $398,000 home offers you 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a 2-car garage and plenty of space for entertaining.

Tour this 2,836-square foot home and you will fall in love with the open concept floor plan, but what’s even better are the windows throughout the home which also let in the natural light.

Built in 1993, this home is surrounded by beautiful landscaping and large oak trees, creating a park like setting…

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By the Kent Redding Group

Located in the Madrones neighborhood, a gated community in West Austin is 11024 Arroyo Canyon.

Built in 2008, this property offers you two homes on one property; the main home has 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 3 kitchens, 4 car garage, and a theater while the guest home offers you 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 3-car garage.

Listed for $2,420,000, this Austin Texas home for sale is located in a gated resort estate that offers you the ultimate in privacy so you can literally have your own “retreat” while still being close to the comforts of the city.  

Learn More About 11024 Arroyo Canyon

Step inside this beautiful home and you will find craftsman perfection around every corner thanks to details like built in…

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By The Kent Redding Group

Located in the Village at Western Oaks, on a tree covered lot at 6546 Clairmont Drive in Austin Texas, this beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers you a little bit of everything including a convenient open concept floor plan, plenty of room for fun and so much more!

Move In Ready

What’s great about 6546 Clairmont Drive is that this home is ready to move in! It offers you so many awesome features like a recently updated kitchen, hand scraped hickory floors, granite counter tops, game room and a bonus room that can also be used as an office, study, or 4th bedroom.

Imagine come home to this stunning David Weekly constructed home. Here you’re just 15 minutes from Downtown Austin and close to all of the…

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By the Kent Redding Group

AUSTIN, TX. – Another weekend is right around the corner. Can you believe it?

The week always seems to go by fast but the good thing is that there’s plenty of things to do in Austin this weekend.

Saturday, July 22nd

3rd Annual BBQ and Wine Fest 

Location – Spicewood Vineyards

Time – 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Jaws on the Water

Location – Volente Beach

Time – 6:00 to 11:00 pm

Sunday, July 23rd

Free Concerts in the Park at Long Center

Time – 7:30 to 9:30 pm

Free Zilker Summer Musical – The Wizard of OZ

Location – Zilker Hillside Theater

Time – 8:15 to 10:30 pm

Learn More About Austin Texas

Austin Texas is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, if you’re thinking about…

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By the Kent Redding Group

AUSTIN, TX. – As of summer, 2017 the state of the Austin Texas jobs market remains strong thanks to many companies expanding or relocating to the area including Merck, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies who recently announced that they will be creating 600 new jobs at their brand-new IT hub in Austin Texas.

Premier State for Business Expansion and Enterprise

News of Merck’s expansion in Austin Texas received praise from the Austin Texas business community and Governor Abbott’s office who issued the following statement on his behalf:

"Texas continues to excel as an economic powerhouse because global industry leaders like Merck recognize the Lone Star State as a premier state for business…

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By The Kent Redding Group

AUSTIN, TX. – Searching for things to do in Austin Texas? If so, why not add the 3rd annual BBQ and Wine Festival to your schedule? It’s happening July 22nd 2017 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at Spicewood Vineyards (1419 Co Road 409 A, TX 78669).

About The BBQ And Wine Festival

Ask just about anyone and they will tell you that BBQ goes well with wine, this is why the BBQ and Wine Festival was started because few people actually get to enjoy a fine glass of wine with some delicious Texas BBQ.

Salt Lick BBQ

Opie’s BBQ

Kreuz Market BBQ

Schmidt Family Barbecue

It’s All Good BBQ

K&Z Larapin BBQ

A ticket gets you all the BBQ you could ever want, a commemorative wine glass, ears full of live music, and your…

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By the Kent Redding Group

AUSTIN, TX. – One of the great things about life in Austin during the summer months is that you have a wide variety of things to do on a regular basis including the Red River Cultural District’s Hot Summer Nights, starting today July 13th and running through July 16th.

About Hot Summer Nights in Austin

Much like January’s Free Week, Hot Summer Nights are a series of free concerts hosted by music venues located in Austin’s Red River Cultural District. Running July 13-16 at various clubs in the area, the performances will feature popular local acts White Denim, The Octopus Project, Magna Carda, Matthew Logan Vasquez (Delta Spirit),  Golden Dawn Arkestra and Moving Panoramas among others. Similar to the Free Week…

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By the Kent Redding Group

It’s summer time in Austin Texas and during this time of year most families have their kids out of school and they’ve left town for their vacations.

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in Austin Texas, or elsewhere in the United States but aren’t sure if summer is a great time to buy or not this article will provide you with reasons why you should buy a home during the summer months.

Reason #1 – There’s More Inventory to Choose from During the Summer

Even though we had a warm winter in Austin many homeowners waited to list their homes until June and that means many listings are coming on the market right now, giving you more options to choose from than during other times of the year.

Reason #2 –…

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By the Kent Redding Group

AUSTIN, TX. – How long does it take to buy a house? The answer to this question depends on a variety of factors including your location, interest rates, demand for homes, and of course your ability to get pre-approved for a mortgage loan.

Depending on these factors it could take anywhere from 14 to 60 days from contract to close, but it could also go a quickly as 45 days from contract to close depending on the criteria mentioned above.

In this article, we will provide you with several insights into the home buying process that will make it easier for you to purchase a home.

Getting pre-Approved for A Mortgage Loan

This step is essential during the home buying process because once you have been pre-approved you…

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