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Ki Gray's Articles in Real Estate

  • Real Estate: Where's The Bottom?
    The US real estate market is currently going through a slump. This article discusses some of the factors weighing on the national real estate market.
  • Austin Texas Neighborhood Profiles : Clarksville
    The West Austin area of Clarksville was originally a freedman's colony for slaves freed after the Civil War. Clarksville now has a very diverse population, and this diversity is reflected in the various nationalities of the residents. There is an excellent public grade school in Clarksville, named Mathews Elementary.
  • North Loop: Old Meeting New
    North Loop is one of the many eclectic choices of neighborhoods in Austin, TX. This article gives some background and history on the area and gives you sense of how the neighborhood feels.
  • Steps to Finding the Right Neighborhood
    When searching for a neighborhood that is just right for you, there are various aspects to consider like school, land, shopping, and of course, location. Balancing these aspects to make the right real estate decision takes some prioritization, and with the help of a real estate agent, you can sort through these things.
  • Why as a Listing Agent I Prefer to Work With Buyers With Buyers Agents
    This article explains how buyer's agents help reduce the potential for misunderstandings between buyers and sellers and streamline real estate transactions.
  • Austin Neighborhood Profile: Hyde Park
    This article showcases the lovely and historic Hyde Park neighborhood in Austin, Texas.
  • Why Home Buyers should not Underestimate the Importance of Interest Rate Drops
    This article describe why potential home buyers should pay attention to interest rate changes.
  • Profiles in Green Building: The Austin Real Estate Market
    This article covers the long history of green building in Austin, Texas and its relationship to real estate in the area.
  • Sluggish Fed, Why Are You So Sluggish?
    This article discusses the recent reticence of the Federal Reserve towards interest rate cuts, and their potential economic effects.
  • The Impending Subprime Interest Rate Freeze
    The White House is working with lenders to attempt to freeze rates on subprime mortgages in an effort to lower the number of potential foreclosures due to the subprime mortgage crisis.
  • Is the Federal Interest Rate Cut Enough to Stabilize Sub Prime Mortgage Woes?
    This article discusses the potential outcomes from the impending Federal interest rate cut on the US economy.
  • The Impending Subprime Interest Rate Freeze
    The White House is working with lenders to attempt to freeze rates on subprime mortgages in an effort to lower the number of potential foreclosures due to the subprime mortgage crisis.
  • Is the Federal Interest Rate Cut Enough to Stabilize Sub Prime Mortgage Woes?
    This article discusses the potential outcomes from the impending Federal interest rate cut on the US economy.
  • Should your First "House" be a Duplex?
    There are a number of benefits to buying a duplex as your first real estate purchase instead of a house. This article looks through some of the benefits of having your first "home" purchase be a duplex.
  • Why People are Moving to Austin
    Over the last several years Austin has been expanding as more and more people move to Austin. In this article we go through some of the reasons people are moving to Austin.
  • Selecting a Good Price for Your Home Purchase
    When buying a piece of real estate the purchase price is one of the most important factors in the potential transaction. In this article we go through the aspects involved in coming to a good price for your potential home.
  • Cashflow is King (Sometimes)
    This article is not meant to diminish the importance of looking at cashflow for a property. It is simply to remind investors that making a wise investment decision should go beyond simply looking at cashflow.
  • Finding your Maximum House Price
    A guide on how to find the maximum house price when you are looking to purchase your first home.
  • Selling Your Home: Making Your Home Accessible and a Pleasant Showing Experience
    Frequently when people are selling their home they concentrate on the price and the house. But their are other things a seller can do to increase the chances they will recieve and offer on the real estate they have for sale.
  • A Guide to Buying your First Rental Property and Becoming a Landlord
    When you are buying your first rental property and becoming a landlord, there is lots to learn. How do I find tenants? What should I charge for rent? Should I update the places to get more rent? How do I tell the tenants they are late on rent?
  • A Condo or a House? A Few Things to Consider
    When you are looking at buying a residence one of your considerations is whether to buy a home or a condo. This article looks through a few of the issues you should consider before making your decision.
  • Some Pros and Cons of Owning Real Estate
    Like many financial decisions their are pros and cons of moving into the real estate market. This article examines the pros and cons of owning real estate.
  • The Two Sides of Gentrification
    Gentrification has become a hot topic in cities like Austin Texas and Boulder Colorado where central neighborhoods have risen quickly in value. This article discusses some of the issues involved with gentrification.
  • Now is Not a Good or Bad Time to Buy Real Estate
    People frequently spend time analyzing the current state of the market. In this article, we talk about why this is not the ideal strategy, and talk about other more important factors to consider when investing in real estate.
  • What Green Building Means
    Over the last few years their has been a stronger interest in Green building techniques. This articles discusses some of the current terms and techniques involved with green building.
  • Evaluating the Different Options Available for Downtown Austin Condos
    The downtown real estate market in Austin Texas has been expanding. With condos going up in the different sections of downtown its a good idea to evaluate the different options before plunging into the market.
  • Run the Numbers Before Buying an Investment Property
    Before buying an investment property it is a good idea to understand the different costs associated with owning a rental property to get an accurate idea about what your monthly cash flow will be. This article discusses how to run the numbers on an investment property and determine your expected monthly cash flow.
  • Top 8 Things to Avoid in the Real Estate Agent You Choose to List Your Home
    Picking a real estate agent to list your home, one of your most valuable assets, is difficult. This article contains a list of 8 things to look for and avoid when picking your real estate agent.
  • Why Have a Realtor?
    When purchasing a home or property, many people shy away from using a Realtor because it seems like a bother. But when making such a large investment, look for a Realtor with experience and who understands your values to help guide you into making a wise decision.
  • Avoiding Sour Negotiations in Real Estate
    Negotiations can go sour, especially when emotions run high. The agent's responsibility is to understand the overall situation and help prevent it from getting too disruptive to the process. These are some techniques and tips on how to negotiate a win-win outcome.

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