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June 12, 2026

Austin-Metro Real Estate Microdata Report Shows Buyer Activity Picks Up As Summer Begins

By Robert J. Fischer with the Robert J. Fischer Team at Keller Williams Realty

Early June showing activity points to renewed summer momentum across the Austin metro housing market.

The Austin metro housing market appears to be re-engaging after a modest May pause.

After a strong start to 2026, activity …

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April 1, 2026

Why More Buyers Are Choosing New Construction Homes in Today’s Market

A photo of a home hat is being built - new construction. The Robert J Fischer Team logo is in the upper right corner.

If you’ve been exploring the housing market lately, you may have noticed a trend:
More buyers are turning to new construction homes instead of resale properties.

This shift isn’t a coincidence - it’s largely driven by one key factor: affordability through builder incentives.

In a market where interest rates and monthly …

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March 30, 2026

How to Buy a Home in Today’s Market: Strategies for Higher Interest Rates and Monthly Payments

How to Buy a Home in Today's Market - An image of someone signing a contract and purchasing a new home.

Many buyers today are asking the same question:
How am I supposed to afford a home with higher interest rates and rising monthly payments?

It’s a valid concern. Compared to just a few years ago, borrowing costs are higher, and affordability has become a bigger factor in every purchase decision …

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March 9, 2026

Free Community Shredding Event – Securely Dispose of Documents on April 11

The RJF Team is excited to host a Free Community Shredding Event on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and you're invited!

This event is a great opportunity for community members to safely dispose of old documents and protect themselves from identity theft …

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Feb. 12, 2026

Why Having a Realtor on Your Side Is the Smartest Move When Buying or Selling a Home

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you're purchasing your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or selling an investment property, having an experienced Realtor on your side can make all the difference.

In today’s competitive Central Texas real estate market, working …

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Jan. 9, 2026

Housing Affordability Is the Priority: The 4 Levers Policymakers Are Pulling and What It Means for Austin

If you’ve been hearing headlines about limiting institutional investors, 50-year mortgages, portable mortgages, mortgage bond purchases, and pressure to push rates lower, it can sound like a random pile of ideas.

It’s not.

All of these proposals point to one central theme: improving housing affordability and unlocking inventory by pulling …

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Dec. 17, 2025

Leaving Town for Christmas? The Central Texas Homeowner “Nice List” Checklist

Whether you are headed out of town for a few days or hosting a full house, the holidays are when small home issues love to turn into expensive surprises. The goal here is simple: protect the basics, reduce risk, and come home to a normal house.

Step 1: The 15-Minute …

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Nov. 26, 2025

Do Permanent Holiday Lights Add Value to Your Home? What Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Permanent holiday lighting is becoming a popular investment for homeowners who love year-round ambiance or seasonal displays without the hassle of re-installing lights every winter. But how does this trend affect your home's value? Here's what buyers and sellers in Central Texas need to know.

What Are Permanent …

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Nov. 7, 2025

RJF Touch-A-Truck & Toy Drive

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Mark your calendar for December 6th, 2025, from 9AM-12PM, at The Fellowship Round Rock.

The team at RJF Team is thrilled to invite you to a fun, family-friendly morning of big trucks, big smiles and giving back to our community!

RSVP for the RJF Touch-A-Truck & Toy Drive Event Here …

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Nov. 7, 2025

HOAs in Central Texas: What Buyers Need to Know Before They Commit

Buying a home in the Austin-area means you’ll increasingly encounter established communities governed by a homeowners association (HOA). These organizations can bring benefits—well-maintained amenities, uniform appearance, shared services—but they also bring rules, fees, and financial commitments that all buyers should understand before signing a contract. In Central Texas (including areas …

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