Home Buyer and Seller Tips

March 7, 2023

Strategies for Selling Your Home in the Spring: Insights from Top Real Estate Agents

Spring is a popular time for selling a home. The weather is nice, and buyers are out in full force. But selling your home in the spring can be a challenge. With so many homes on the market, you need to make sure your property stands out. To help you …

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July 9, 2021

Are We Set for a Market Crash? | Austin Texas Real Estate

Lori Wakefield REALTOR | Keller Williams Realty Austin Texas 512-657-4455

07/09/2021 - I received a text message from a client concerned about the economy and how it could effect the sale of their home that we are putting on the market next week.  Specifically, they are concerned about interest rates dropping, the market will shift in a decline …

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June 29, 2021

Is This a Bubble? | June 2021

What are the most asked real estate questions on Google right now?

1.  Is this a bubble?  

NO!  The reasons both local and national economists do not believe a crash is likely, is because:

  • Inventory is at record lows
  • Developers and builders cannot build quick enough to …
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March 5, 2018

Take the stress out of tax time this year

Albert Einstein once said, “The hardest thing in the world to understand is income tax.” Luckily, tax preparers and DIY tax software take much of the mystery out of the process. Whether you prepare your taxes yourself or send them to a professional, it’s still important to collect and …

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Jan. 10, 2018

How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

If you’re like many Americans with a mortgage, you’re probably looking for ways to pay it off sooner. You’re in luck! Below are some great tips to help you reduce your principal and eliminate your mortgage debt faster, so that you have more money in your bank account for retirement …

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Aug. 24, 2017

Get the Scoop on the Home Selling Process

Get the Scoop on the Home Selling Process

Are you thinking of listing your home? For many people, especially first-time sellers, the selling process may seem intimidating because they’re not sure what to expect. A sure way to ease any anxiety you may feel is to learn more about the …

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Aug. 21, 2017

How to Maintain Great Credit

Perfect credit doesn’t have to be elusive. With time, patience and a few good habits, you can gradually improve your credit score over time. Below are some tips to help boost your credit score as well as some information on what defines “good” credit.

How to Maintain Great Credit | Lori Wakefield REALTOR | Keller Williams Realty Austin TX

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Aug. 21, 2017

5 Steps to Repair Your Credit Starting Today

5 Steps to Repair Your Credit Starting Today

Do you feel your credit score needs improvement? Whether you’re getting ready to make a large purchase or striving to achieve a perfect score, one thing is clear: there’s no time like the present to improve your credit.

This month, I have …

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July 28, 2017

How to Hire a Moving Company

If you’re planning on moving, think about hiring movers to do the work for you. Moving companies reduce the stress of the moving process by transporting your stuff for you to your new place. Below are some tips for hiring a moving company. If you’d like a referral to a …

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July 28, 2017

3 Tips to Take the Stress Out of Moving

3 Tips to Take the Stress Out of Moving

Moving is stressful. Thankfully, with proper planning, you can ease the transition for your entire family. The more prepared you are, the easier the move will be. Plus, you’ll feel more confident when handling unexpected challenges.

This month, I’m sending information …

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