Texas Integrative Real Estate Group

09/24/2026

09/23/2026

Celebrating 2 for 2 this month! It always helps when your listing agent is also an appraiser. 😇 We can pass on realistic comparables to the lender’s appraiser, and of course advise our selling clients all along the way, with a realistic list/contract price that reflects the current market. Price + presentation = the key to success in this economy. Give us a shout if you’d like to work with all the advantages!
Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group
Nate Powell
(512) 680-1606
Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser
832531-SA, 1350727-LR
[email protected]

Jill Powell
(512) 294-1320
Real Estate Advisor, Certified Residential Appraiser
754678-SA, 1337048-CR
[email protected]

09/19/2026

Take a quick tour of a great example of what’s available under $450,000 in Woodcreek North in Wimberley right now. This one’s got a great floorplan with huge kitchen and pantry, lots of built in closet storage, and an oak-filled large backyard. It is also located in a quiet cul-de-sac near Jacob’s Well Park and trail system. Give us a shout to learn more about this or the Wimberley market in general!

Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group
Nate Powell
(512) 680-1606
Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser
832531-SA, 1350727-LR
[email protected]

Jill Powell
(512) 294-1320
Real Estate Advisor, Certified Residential Appraiser
754678-SA, 1337048-CR
[email protected]

Listing courtesy of Central Texas Home and Land

09/17/2026

Working alongside my husband in real estate often looks like this: combining business with pleasure! We wanted to prep our San Marcos land listing for an upcoming showing, so we comboed the task with a stop at our favorite Indian fusion restaurant, North Street. Imagine building a home on 2013 Hilliard, which is 13.89 acres backing to a large conservation - and having all the conveniences of town only 10 minutes away! Do you see this unobstructed twilight view?? It’s amazing! Contact us if you’d like to explore this option for yourself.
Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group
Nate Powell
(512) 680-1606
Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser
832531-SA, 1350727-LR
[email protected]

Jill Powell
(512) 294-1320
Real Estate Advisor, Certified Residential Appraiser
754678-SA, 1337048-CR
[email protected]

North Street

09/16/2026

How to avoid losing money in the real estate market: hire us! These are both real-life scenarios we’ve come across this week alone - real people that could’ve saved $100,000-$300,000 if they’d worked with us sooner. I feel like I ought to share this so more people realize that the cost of an appraisal is often way less than the actual savings you can obtain as a buyer OR a seller! And if we serve as your agent, you also get the benefit of our appraisal expertise, which can help you make the most informed decisions. It makes the extra continuing education and licensing fees worth it, when our clients end up with the best case scenario. Give us a shout to consult:
Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group
Nate Powell
(512) 680-1606
Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser
832531-SA, 1350727-LR
[email protected]

Jill Powell
(512) 294-1320
Real Estate Advisor, Certified Residential Appraiser
754678-SA, 1337048-CR
[email protected]

09/15/2026

If you own property—or plan to—water infrastructure is a critical topic to track.
We attended the Dripping Springs Business Summit and listened to City Council members Ana Grace Husted and Geoffrey Tauahua, as well as representatives from the Dripping Springs Water Corporation.
Here’s the breakdown on where things stand: Dripping Springs’ Water Advantage: DS pulls water from both ground (Hays Trinity Groundwater District) and surface (West Travis PUA) sources. This dual-source setup gives the water corp the ability to switch back and forth or adjust intake dynamically based on drought needs.
Demand vs. Projections: In 2015, DS Water Corp estimated needing 4,200 LUEs (water units) by 2035. The community is already at 5,066 LUEs today. To manage this demand, future developments will prohibit automatic sprinkler systems to reduce residential irrigation strain.
Wastewater Plans: DS operates under the strictest wastewater discharge standards in Texas. A 7-year lawsuit over the second wastewater plant went all the way to the Texas Supreme Court. DS won, but that second plant will run at 80% capacity the day it opens—prompting the city to proactively start planning plant 3 now.
Developer Incentives: using 50%+ xeriscaping gets a credit on impervious coverage limits, irrigating with harvested rainwater is officially approved, and future residential xeriscape rebates are being explored.
As local appraiser-advisors, we track infrastructure so our clients can make educated decisions and we know the impacts on property value. Huge thanks to Michael Ward, Commercial Realtor, NestHaven Commercial and Dripping Springs Brewery for hosting this educational opportunity for all!
— Nate & Jill
Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group | www.integrativerealestategroup.com
Nate Powell (512) 680-1606 Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser 832531-SA, 1350727-LR [email protected]

09/12/2026

If you’ve been inspired to shop for homes with non-toxic building materials, you know there are not many on the market. This new listing in Dripping Springs fits the bill, and we had to go tour it as soon as we saw it hit the market! Built entirely with clay bricks, solid wood trim, and a steel frame, this home breathes intention and features Santa Fe style. Plus it’s located just west of Dripping Springs on 3.4 lightly restricted acres with amazing Hill Country views. Give us a call if this is the property you’ve been dreaming of - we would be honored to represent your home search.

Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group
Nate Powell
(512) 680-1606
Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser
832531-SA, 1350727-LR
[email protected]

Jill Powell
(512) 294-1320
Real Estate Advisor, Certified Residential Appraiser
754678-SA, 1337048-CR
[email protected]

Listing courtesy of Mercer Street Real Estate

09/07/2026

Under contract with multiple offers!
Late summer remains an active, opportunistic time to sell, as evidenced by the multiple offers that came in for this property. Serious buyers are actively searching every single day, and properties offering this level of craftsmanship, privacy, and Hill Country views are a popular commodity in Dripping Springs, just west of Austin.
Thinking about making a move or curious about what your home is worth in today’s market? Reach out to us today—we would love to craft a tailored strategy for your property.
📍 107 W Lakeshore Drive, Dripping Springs, TX
Seller Represented by Integrative Real Estate Group
Engel & Völkers Alamo Heights
Jill Powell, TREC 754678-SA Certified Residential Appraiser 1337048-CR | Nate Powell, TREC 832531-SA Licensed Residential Appraiser 1350727-LR
(512) 294-1320 | [email protected]

09/06/2026

“For 60% of homeowners, [wellness real estate] is now the No. 1 reason to buy, ahead of saving money or energy efficiency.”
Interesting stat!
Let’s unpack: a lot of people are not buying or selling because they are financially tied to their old, lower rate or have no mortgage.
Even people who didn’t buy in the height but refinanced at a lower rate are in this boat.
So who’s left to move right now: those who have to relocate for work, death/divorce… and those who are realizing that a healthy environment equals a longer, happier life.
And because environmental toxins are being increasingly linked to health issues, this creates a larger wellness focus on homes.
Like I said, interesting!!
What do you think about it all?
No one better set to help you talk through these types of real estate topics than Nate and I, whether you’re buying, building, or renovating.
We have lots of contacts in this industry-within-the-industry and our own personal experience, too.
Engel & Völkers | Integrative Real Estate Group
Nate Powell
(512) 680-1606
Real Estate Advisor, Licensed Residential Appraiser
832531-SA, 1350727-LR
[email protected]

Jill Powell
(512) 294-1320
Real Estate Advisor, Certified Residential Appraiser
754678-SA, 1337048-CR
[email protected]

09/04/2026

Cheers to Labor Day weekend! If you’re going to be in Wimberley, here’s several events to consider checking out to get a good feel for the town, besides the obvious late-summer swim spots like Blue Hole, 7A Ranch, or Cypress Creek Swimming Hole. Hope you all enjoy some time off with family & friends, regardless of your location.