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8 3,149 – Single-family homes sold, 12% more than July '14.

8 $338,452 – Average price for single-family homes, 6% more than July '14.

8 41 – Average number of days single-family homes spent on the market, 2 days more than July '14.

8 7,174 – Active single-family home listings on the market, 5% more than July '14.

8 2,873 – Pending sales for single-family homes, 8% more than July '14.

8 3.0 – Months of inventory of single-family homes, unchanged compared to July '14.

8 $1,065,785,348 – Total dollar volume of single-family properties sold, 19% more than July '14.

September 2015JKB Realty Newsletter

According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released by the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR), Austin-area home sales hit an all-time high, increasing 12% year-over-year to 3,149 sales for the month of July.

The 2015 President of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, explained, “We’re in the midst of one of the most active summer selling seasons to-date, with more single-family home sales than ever before. Home prices remain high, but inventory levels have increased steadily throughout 2015, perhaps taking a step toward a more balanced housing market.”

“Mayor Adler recently called for 100,000 new housing units to be built by 2025 as a first step to untangling the city of Austin’s complicated permit review process and alleviating affordability issues in Austin. The Austin Board of REALTORS® sees this initiative as progress toward a more sustainable Central Texas housing market and will continue to work with city leaders to make Austin an affordable place to call home for all residents.”

Information provided by www.abor.com. Data release is the 20th of each month. For the most current information please call us on the 21st or after.

Austin-area home sales hit all-time high,inventory levels rising in July 2015

AUSTIN MLS AREAJULY 2015 HOUSING STATISTICS

AVERAGE HOME PRICE$269,500Ý8%

HOMES SOLD3,149Ý12%

AVERAGE DAYS ONMARKETÝ2 DAYS

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JUNE 2015 STATISTICS


375 Onion Creek Ranch Rd. 4,638 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths Main House2 Beds | 2 Bath Guest House | 3 Car Garage

This beautiful home is situated on a wooded 6.312 acre lot & features a wet weather creek, multiple living areas, breathtaking views and separate guest house. The fabulous kitchen is open to the main living area & boasts a center island, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances that include commercial grade gas stove plus a built-in oven & microwave, butler’s pantry & more cabinet space than you will know what to do with!

Feel at home in a master suite complete with gorgeous hardwood floors, large windows overlooking the pool, 2 vanities, an abundance of counter & storage space, soaking tub, separate shower and a huge walk-in closet with secret door connecting to the laundry room.

This impressive property also offers fantastic natural light, a huge upstairs gameroom & a study with custom built-in shelving.

The amazing outdoor living space features a sparkling pool with a waterfall, balcony, screened in porch & extensive deck that all include stunning hill country views. The guest house is just steps from the pool & features 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths, amazing stone fireplace, wood planked ceilings, screened in porch & more! Your friends and family will never want to leave!

ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY

Tucked away behind Restaurant Row & a City of Austin park

providing access to Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trails, this

home has everything you’ve ever wanted & more! Gorgeous

hardwoods, upgraded lighting, customized solar blinds, an

abundance of natural light & endless community amenities will

make you the envy of all your friends.

The fabulous kitchen features granite countertops, island,

Bosch stainless steel appliances & great storage space. The

master suite is complete with granite counters, tile flooring,

sleek fixtures & a large walk-in closet with custom shelving.

This unit also boasts an additional storage closet on the

balcony and a storage locker in the garage! Come live the

Austin lifestyle with the convenience of a condo and the

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This is a terrific 1.37 acre golf course lot located

in a gated community on Lake Travis.

With an abundance of mature Live Oak trees

and a level lot, allowing for easy construction of

your dream home! It backs directly to Lakecliff's

Arnold Palmer-designed golf course.

Other top-notch community amenities include:

tennis courts, racquet club and clubhouse.

2711 Cliff Point (lot)AVAILABLE NOW

Our Featured Listings113 DOVETAIL LN.

4,667 Sq. Ft. | 5 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3 Living | 2 Dining

This gorgeous home backs directly to the golf course on a large 0.47 acre lot & features multiple living areas, stunning views, a perfect floorplan for entertaining and over $300K in improvements. The gourmet kitchen is open to the main living area & boasts a center island, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances that include commercial grade gas stove plus built-in ovens and refrigerator, butler’s pantry, breakfast area overlooking the pool & more cabinet space than you will know what to do with!

Feel at home in a master suite complete with coffered ceiling, beautiful hardwood floors, plantation shutters, double vanity with lovely stone countertops, an abundance of storage space, an elegant soaking tub, separate shower and a huge walk-in closet.

This impressive property also offers fantastic natural light, high ceilings, a study with hardwood floors & exposed beam ceilings as well as a spacious gameroom & media room adjacent to the kitchen with access to the back patio.

The fabulous outdoor living space features a sparkling pool and spa, an extensive covered patio with an outdoor fireplace, built-in grill, remote controlled sunscreens & a wonderful view of the golf course. Your friends and family will never want to leave!

Backs to the Golf Course


KNOW OF A HOME FOR OUR BUYERS?IF SO, WE ‘D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Barton Creek$1.5M Max

4+ Bedrooms, 3+ Garage4,000+ Sq Ft with poolBU

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The Hills of Lakeway or Flintrock$700K -$950K

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Circle C, Lake Pointe or Lakeway Area$450K Max

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the move UP program

Thought about investing lately? No, not your 401(k) or mutual fund. Real estate. There’s a tremendous opportunity right now to become a real estate investor here in the Austin area for multiple reasons. And it’s much easier than you might think. In fact, it’s a very simple process. Rental properties are evaluated just like any other single family home and all you need is at least a 15% down payment. Why is real estate a good idea?

Home values in the Austin area continue to rise. According to the most recent information from the Austin Board of Realtors, the median price for single family homes is 10% higher compared to the same period last year. Can you name any other type of investment that provided such a return? Plus, your equity is secured by a first lien. Unlike other types of investments, your rental property value will never drop to zero!

Another motivating factor is the current state of interest rates. Interest rates for rental properties have been so low for so long that not only

will the rental payment cover the mortgage it can also be enough to

cover your property taxes, insurance and maintenance costs. Not only

that, but rental rates in Austin are also on the rise meaning not only will

your tenants take care of your financing and maintenance costs you’re

actually making money each month.

Here in Austin, there has been considerable interest in investment

properties and rightly so. The combination of low rates and higher

rents make investment real estate a very attractive option. In addition,

if the property you buy currently has tenants, the lender can use

the rental income to help qualify for the new loan and speaking of

financing these low rates are fixed, not adjustable so your cash flow as

well as your equity will continue to grow well into the future.

If you’ve been thinking about investing in real estate here in the Austin

area, it’s time to take a closer look. There may never be a better time to

buy a rental property than right now.

The Mortgage CafeThe Mortgage CafeA special column from the lending experts at New Penn Financial.

Tera Gilbert, Senior Mortgage Consultant | 512.828.6420THINKING OF INVESTINGIN REAL ESTATE?

For more information on home loans or other low-down-payment loans, please contact Tera Gilbert at [email protected] today.

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Fantastic Fest is the largest genre film festival in the U.S., specializing in horror, fantasy, sci-fi, action and just plain fantastic movies from all around the world. In years past we have presented the world premieres of major motion pictures.

We also feature world, national and regional premieres of new, up-and-coming genre films. Fantastic Fest is held each year at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Austin, Texas. The Alamo Drafthouse was named the best cinema in America by Entertainment Weekly and features food and drink served to your seat without any disruption of the movie experience.

The Pecan Street Festival is one of the largest, and longest-running, arts/crafts and music festivals in the nation presented by The Pecan Street Association, a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization. The festival has been produced by Special Events Live since 2006.

The Pecan Street Association supports the Austin community by presenting Pecan Street Festival, the association donates its proceeds towards the preservation of historic 6th Street located in Downtown Austin, Texas.

When Edwin Waller designed Austin’s street grid, he named north-south streets after Texas rivers and recommended numeric designations for east-west streets. Instead, they were named after trees. That decision was later reversed, and they were renamed with numbers. Though Pecan Street became Sixth Street, the festival honors its original name.

SMART HOMES: FOCUS ON SECURITY AND EFFICIENCY

Smart-home technology is becoming so popular that your clients are bound to start asking what they can do to prep their houses for Internet connectivity. Hopefully, you’ve kept up with the trend, because home automation isn’t only for the elite few anymore. Be prepared to advise your clients on the best gadgets for their homes — and if you need suggestions yourself, we’ve got you covered.

The latest crop of smart-home tools puts an emphasis on energy efficiency and security. Both are top of mind for the 46 percent of consumers who say they want smart features in their next home, according to a 2014 survey conducted by ERA Real Estate and HGTV. From apps that control locks, lighting, and appliances to light bulbs equipped with security cameras, these new products stand to save home owners a lot of time and money. And that makes you, as your clients’ smart-home adviser, look all the better.

Keep in mind, though, that the cost of smart-home features has been a hindrance to widespread adoption. That’s why many companies have begun creating products that work together in a suite of technological features rather than random individual devices that operate separately. Here, we’ll show you products that have the capability to operate in tandem with other devices that are likely already in many of your clients’ homes.

Now’s the time to get on top of technology trends, as you’re likely in the 64 percent of real estate practitioners who say customers are asking for smart features more than they were two to five years ago, according to a Coldwell Banker survey. And given that 33 percent say smart homes sell faster, you’ll surely want to be ready to help your clients become tech-savvy.

by Melissa Dittmann Tracey, Realtor® Magazine

Feature Article & EventsMore home owners are jumping on the home-automation trend, so show them these gadgets that are topping everyone's wish list.


103 Edgewater CoveCOMING SOON

Beautiful, turnkey waterfront condo on Lake Travis! You can’t beat this deal! Fully furnished & ready for move in, just bring your clothes! The property also includes a private boat dock & lift w/storage! The open family room offers stained concrete floors, wood burning fireplace & recessed lighting.

The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, island, breakfast bar & an abundance of storage. The master suite includes private access to the balcony, huge walk-in closet & spacious tiled shower. Relax or entertain on the back covered patio while taking in the gorgeous hill country & lake views. You can even keep warm by the fire on those chilly nights at the community fire pit!

615 Cat Hollow Club Dr. #AAVAILABLE

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Quick Features at a Glance:

• 4 BR/3.5 BA, 3,481 Square Feet

• Lakeside Home on Cul-de-sac

• Remodeled and Ready to go!

• Walk from your pool to the lake!

• Tons of decking for entertaining

• Walk to HOA tennis court

• Walk-in closets in every bedroom

• 2 Fireplaces

• Gameroom with wet bar

• Resurfaced Hardwood & Saltillo Floors

• Gorgeous Pool and Spa!!


SEPTEMBER EVENTS CALENDAR

EVENTS & FESTIVALS4-6 LEGO KidFest

Activities for all ages include an art gallery, brick battle zone, construction zone, and much more.Austin Convention Center, Austin

7 Austin Free Day of YogaFree yoga classes will be offered on Labor Day across town at participating studios.Various Locations, Austin

12-13 Eastside Kings FestivalListen to blues artists in venues along 11th & 12th Streets inEast Austin.East Austin

25-26 2nd Annual Fajita FiestaEnter the Fajita Fiesta Cook-Off, or just come to enjoy the food, vendors, music, and more!City Park, Buda

FOOD, ART & CULTURE

5 Austin Cactus & Succulent Society Fall Show & SaleBrowse cacti and succulent plant specimens from around the world, and handcrafted pottery.Zilker Botanical Garden, Austin

17 Blanton Museum - Third ThursdaysExperience guided musical tours, participate in gallery talks, and enjoy happy hour specials.Blanton Museum of Art, U.T. Austin

19 Texas Craft Brewers FestivalExperience all things related to craft beer!

Fiesta Gardens, Austin

20 Austin Museum DayGather up a gaggle of friends and family to enjoy this city-wide day of free museum access at more than 40 cultural institutions.Multiple Locations, Austin

SPORTS5 Rugged Maniac

Round up your friends, and run a 3-mile course with 25 epic obstacles and live music!Travis County Exposition Center, Austin

11 Zilker RelaysForm a 4-person team and run a 10-mile relay race at one of Austin's most popular parks, while enjoying food and music.Zilker Park, Austin

13 Brain Power 5K/10K/Kid's Fun RunSpend time with your family and friends while supporting brain cancer research, recognizing survivors, and raising awareness.Cedar Park Center, Cedar Park

20 Rescue Run 5KBring the entire family, and even your dog, to support saving homeless cats and dogs.Texas Humane Heroes, Leander

26 2015 Rip Roar'n RideJoin the cycling fun and bring Fall in with a ROAR, while supporting The Lions Club and the community. 14, 28, 50, 65 and 79 mile options.Liberty Hill Elementary School, Liberty Hill

Austin SPURS Schedule Texas Longhorns Sports CalendarAustin Aztex Schedule Calendar of Running EventsTexas Stars Schedule Calendar of Cycling Events

Round Rock Express Schedule

MUSIC1 Motörhead w/special guests Saxon and Crobot

Cedar Park Center, Cedar Park

4 & 18 Music in the ParkPfluger Park, Pflugerville

4 Whalers and Nic ArmstrongStubb's BBQ, Austin

6 Songwriting with: SoldiersMcCullough Theater, Austin

9 Chris Brown featuring French Montana with special guests Kid Ink, Omarion, Fetty Wap, & TeyanaAustin360 Amphitheater, Austin

11 Water & RustCactus Cafe, Austin

12 Kim WatersOne World Theater, Austin

13 Jerry Jeff Walker with Carson McHoneACL Live at the Moody Theater, Austin

21 Van Halen with special guest Kenny Wayne Shepherd BandAustin360 Amphitheater

22 Death Cab for Cutie with special guest Twin ShadowACL Live at the Moody Theater, Austin

24 Clint BlackOne World Theater, Austin

26 Austin Opera Season Opening Gala ConcertThe Long Center, Austin

27 Austin Symphonic BandZilker Hillside Theater, Austin

SEARCH AND FIND MORE MUSIC EVENTS AT:http://mohawkaustin.comwww.nuttybrown.comwww.stubbsaustin.comwww.continentalclub.com

www.austinchronicle.com/musicwww.austin360.com/s/musichttp://cactuscafe.orghttp://thesaxonpub.com


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