Sarah Jacobs

06/01/2026

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.

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You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

05/30/2026

What can you buy in Austin, Texas for $175k?

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground-floor condo in North Austin, Texas returned to the market with updated bathrooms vanities, sinks, and plumbing fixtures.

At 952 square feet, it's efficient without feeling small . The living area has a brick wood-burning fireplace. The primary suite has a walk-in closet and private bath. The second bedroom flexes as a home office, guest room, or roommate space. Step out on to a private covered patio with an in-unit laundry room and extra storage right there.

Community Features:

→ Minutes from Apple Campus and Austin's Tech Corridor

→ Quick access to The Domain, Lakeline Mall, and major employers

→ Highway 183, Toll 45, and Loop 360 all nearby

→ Zoned to Round Rock ISD / Westwood High School

→ Community amenities: pool, fitness center, clubhouse, dog park, playground, and walking paths

For buyers who want to stop renting and start building equity in a high-demand North Austin area, this is your move-in-ready path to ownership.

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05/28/2026

The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

Life changes. Priorities shift. Families grow. Kids move out. Careers evolve. And eventually, the house you’re in may stop fitting the life you’re living.

If that’s been weighing on you lately, let’s talk through what your options could realistically look like today, no matter where rates or prices are.

Life can’t always wait for perfect market conditions. Maybe you don’t have to either.

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You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

05/27/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.

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Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/25/2026

“All gave some; some gave all.
Remember them this Memorial Day.”
— Unknown
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On Memorial Day in particular, we remember that Freedom is not free.

Let's honor and remember those who have served, those who serve still,
and those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom we so abundantly enjoy as Americans.

05/25/2026

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit

VA home loans can put homeownership within reach, and a trusted lender can help make sure you understand the details before you move forward. If you’re active duty, you’ve served, or know someone who has, connect with a trusted lender who can walk you through whether you’d qualify and what the VA benefit offers. You may be able to buy a home sooner than you thought.

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Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA.

05/21/2026

Newly Built Home Prices Hit a 5-Year Low

Builder incentives and lower new home prices are working to your advantage in a way they haven't in years. Want to see what's available in your area and what kind of deal a builder may be willing to make? Let's connect.

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If you’ve always assumed a newly built home is just not in your budget, you should know the math just got a little friendlier.

05/20/2026

Record High Mortgage Debt Sounds Scary. Here’s What the Headlines Leave Out.

Record mortgage debt makes for a scary headline. But context matters.

Equity is near an all-time high, home values have surged, and the vast majority of homeowners are in a position of real financial strength. The conditions that made 2008 a crisis simply don't exist right now.

If you're wondering what all of this means for your situation, whether you're thinking about buying, selling, or just trying to make sense of the market, reach out anytime. No pressure, just answers.

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You may have seen the headlines lately about mortgage debt in America hitting a record high.

05/18/2026

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?

Home prices have a long track record of going up over time. And that’s why buying a home is generally considered a safe long-term investment.

That certainly doesn’t mean you have to buy now. You should only move when it makes sense, and you plan to live there for a while.

But if you’re interested, let this reassure you. If you want to talk through what home prices are doing in our market, your goals, or your timelines, let’s have a quick conversation.

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It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?”

05/16/2026

Fresh playgrounds and new courts are turning heads in Round Rock! 🎾🏞️

Old Settlers Park just leveled up with the Joanne Land Playground and brand-new tennis and pickleball courts. These upgrades aren’t just about adding spaces, they’re about giving families and active neighbors more ways to play, connect, and enjoy time outdoors close to home. The recent community celebrations highlighted how much these amenities mean to local residents.

If you’ve been searching for places where community feels strong and parks are a local highlight, these new additions show why Round Rock stands out.

Which new spot will you check out first, the playground or the courts? Tell us below!