All Blog Entries by Crystal Guthrie 
There are currently 51 blog entries published by Crystal Guthrie.
Austin Enjoys an Increase in Home Sales
Sunday, March 7th, 2010 at 10:29pm. 71 Views, 0 Comments.
According to the Austin Board of Realtors, home sales in central Texas increased by 5% in January when compared to home sales from just one year ago. In fact, the median sale price of homes rose by 1% to $179,250.
Seeing an increase in the median price of homes is certainly good news, as it is a positive sign that the economy in Austin is working toward rebounding as real estate prices start to move in an upward direction. Or course, the increase in prices is also an indicator that those who were looking to take advantage of the fall in prices may have lost out on the opportunity to…
Foreclosure Rates Enjoying a Downward Trend
Thursday, January 21st, 2010 at 10:07am. 256 Views, 2 Comments.
A recent report released by RealtyTrac Inc, which is a foreclosure seller based in Irvine, California, has found that the national foreclosure rate has gone down by 8% in November when compared to the previous month. On the other hand, the housing market still has a long way to go before it can be considered recovered, as the foreclosure rate is still a disheartening 18% higher than it was just one year ago.
According to the report, which was released in November of 2009, there have been 306,627 foreclosure filings this year. This includes scheduled foreclosure auctions as well as…
New Listing in Northwest Hills!
Thursday, December 31st, 2009 at 10:11am. 232 Views, 0 Comments.
This lovely home has the views you have been looking for! This is a very large one story in Northwest Hills (4500+ sf). All the bedrooms are oversized, and it has lots of storage space. The home has been very well maintained and cared for. There is a large deck on the back with an enclosed sunroom. Located at 6406 Mesa Drive - Sellers are MOTIVATED!
Asking $725,000 - Call Crystal Guthrie at 512-422-3452 to schedule a showing!
Asking $725,000 - Call Crystal Guthrie at 512-422-3452 to schedule a showing!
First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Deadline Drawing Near
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 at 8:28pm. 1030 Views, 2 Comments.
By now, everyone looking at Austin real estate is well-aware of the first time homebuyer's tax credit incentive. Through the program, first time homebuyers can enjoy a tax credit of up to $8,000 when purchasing a home, with the total amount of the credit being equivalent to 10% of purchase price of up to $80,000. While this tax credit has certainly helped inspire many to purchase new homes and has also given the real estate market a bit of a boost, the unfortunate reality is that homebuyers are running out of time to take advantage of the credit.
According to a survey conducted by…
A large, flat backyard and a panoramic view?!?
Friday, September 4th, 2009 at 9:58pm. 1058 Views, 0 Comments.
Located in the sought after River Place golf course community, this home features panoramic views from the front and back, a spacious backyard with enough room for a pool, and a terrific location near the golf course and country club. The home has recently been updated and includes a gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters. The master bath has also been updated with travertine and granite counters, and the home has wood floors throughout the main living areas. It is priced to sell at only $489,000!
Call Crystal Guthrie at 512-422-3452 for a private tour…
Austin Traffic Not as Bad as Other Cities
Friday, August 21st, 2009 at 9:22pm. 681 Views, 0 Comments.
A recent survey conducted by the ETC Institute found that 45% of Austin's residents were not happy about the traffic flow on major streets. Yet, another study conducted by the Texas Transportation Institute at Texas A&M University found that traffic may not be as big of an issue as many seem to believe.
According to the university's "Urban Mobility Report," Austin residents spent approximately 22.7 million hours on the road in 2007, which places it at 32 out of 90 metro areas in terms of traffic. This puts the city behind other Texas metro areas, including Dallas-Fort Worth,…
Texas Listed as the #1 State for Businesses
Monday, August 3rd, 2009 at 12:45pm. 673 Views, 1 Comments.
According to Directorship, which is a publication with a mission "to provide corporate boardroom's and governance committees with the best intelligence on the U.S. business environment," the state of Texas has once again been named the number one state in the country for businesses.
The publication selected Texas as the number one state for businesses largely because of the state's proven ability to attract Fortune 500 companies, but also because of its affordable cost of living, its solid economy and its pro-business tax climate. The magazine also cited some real-life examples…
Austin’s Housing Decline Not as Severe as Other Housing Markets
Monday, June 15th, 2009 at 7:16pm. 1039 Views, 1 Comments.
Everyone knows that the housing market has been on the decline throughout the entire country, but according to research conducted by Metrostudy, the decline is not as rampant in the Austin area as it is in other parts of the country. In fact, when looking at the number of housing starts in the area, Austin is doing much better than other metro areas.
According to a report released by Metrostudy, Austin has actually experienced the smallest decline out of the 81 markets that were studied. Still, the Houston-based research group does acknowledge that the Austin area experienced a…
Austin Listed as the Nation's Second Fastest-Growing Metropolitan Area
Tuesday, June 9th, 2009 at 5:46pm. 382 Views, 0 Comments.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Austin was the second fastest-growing metropolitan area in the country between 2007 and 2008. During this time period, the population within the Austin-Round Rock area grew to 1.65 million, which represents a 3.8% growth in population. The only other metropolitan area to post a faster population growth rate was the Raleigh-Cary, North Carolina area, which saw a 4.3% population increase during that same time period.
The United States Census Bureau statistics also showed that large metropolitan areas with a population of 1…
Southwest Austin Home, Fully Furnished - $249,900!
Wednesday, April 15th, 2009 at 9:26pm. 1281 Views, 2 Comments.
3416 Dalton Street - 1634 SF - 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom - $249,900
FULLY FURNISHED WITH FULL PRICE OFFER!!
This newer white stone home is minutes to downtown and all kinds of shopping. It is located in an appreciating area with lots of new construction. Custom built with a high end finish out including: Granite in kitchen and baths, Stainless Steel Appliances, Large Ceramic Tile throughout all living areas, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, 2" Faux Wood Blinds, Covered Patio and recent landscaping. Surround sound in living and master. Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer and Propane Grill…
