Until death do you part. That’s how many homebuyers think when when they buy their first house. Meaning, it will be their last house. Life has a way of throwing in some curve balls though. Homebuyers choose homes based on their needs at a specific moment in time. Sometimes those change.
Sellers sell homes because the needs they once had changed.
And the property itself? That changes too. This is why due diligence matters in real estate.
Why Austin buyers are taking their time right now. This dynamic that may be happening in a market near you. Global events like war don’t directly change home prices in Austin, Texas or anywhere overnight. They do, however, influence the decisions behind the decisions.
Right now, the impact isn’t direct—it’s psychological and financial.
It’s pool season! ‘Tis the season for not just Austin pool homes in my market, but homes with pools nationwide. If you are a regular reader of my blogs, you know I’m not exactly a raving fan of pools. They cost money to maintain. They can narrow your buyer pool. They can even limit how long you might want to stay in your home. None of my past posts about them have been 100% positive, and this one is no exception. Just like ‘boat’, ‘pool’ is a four-letter word. They are great, until they are not. They cost a lot of money, until you don’t own one anymore.
Now here’s the good news. Pools are headturners for those buyers who want one, especially this time of year. They have no greater value than when it is 90+ degrees outside. This may be Texas, where pools can be open all year, but summer is pool season.
Here’s more good news. Any way you can turn a head in this market is a card you should play. While not everyone wants a backyard pool, they are in limited supply at any given time, making any house that has one unique.