Updates Friday June 3, 2022 | The Oldham Group

🏠 Finding Hidden Opportunities 🔍

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OFF-MARKET SALES, SECRET PROJECTS

The May numbers aren’t quite out, but I’m feeling a change in the market, I could not be more excited because a shift (even a subtle one) creates a new set of real estate opportunities! I once heard that “wealth is never created in a perfect market” – so now is the TIME!

Here are some of the tactics I’m using to give our buyers, sellers, builders and investors the BEST chance to FIND and EXTRACT hidden real estate opportunities.

OFF-MARKET TRANSACTIONS

Over the last two years, a growing number of Austin’s residential transactions have been happening off-market, meaning that they were not publicly listed on the MLS. Fortunately we’ve been able to find these opportunities for our clients giving them the BEST chance to get into the market.

“READY-MADE” DEALS

Austin is still wildly popular and people continue to head this way. The demand side of the equation remains STRONG so the pressure has been and will remain on finding properties. We’ve been able to reach out directly to our past clients and investors with “ready-made” deals creating a “win” for both parties.

LEVERAGING OUR NETWORK

Sometimes real estate success is because of WHAT you know and sometimes it’s because of WHO you know. I can’t think of a time when relationships have mattered more. In many multiple offer situations, we did not submit the highest price but still WON because we leveraged our relationships to create the best TERMS for both parties.

MARKET KNOWLEDGE

I have my ear to the ground. I’m connected to other agents and pay attention to developer and builder announcements. I attend industry events and meet with influencers. This is how I stay out in front of the market and use what I’ve learned to pinpoint opportunities for our clients.

Looking for land, a development opportunity, income-producing properties, or to do a 1031 exchange? 📞 Courtney 512-809-5495

Coming Soon

214 B Smoke Tree Circle
Headwaters | New Construction | Schwartz Custom Homes

Just Listed

908 Nueces #28 | Celia’s Court
2 BD | 2 BA | 1249 SF | 1 Parking

Under Contract

2516 Simond Ave #A | Mueller
Buyer Representation | New Construction

5 Things I’m Loving 😍 this Week

THE CONCHA MOMENT
TEXAS HIGHWAYS

Apparently the concha is on trend. This Mexican sweet pastry is being featured in every news outlet from Thrillest to the New York Times. I couldn’t be happier for their moment in the spotlight. Want to know more about the concha’s humble beginnings? Here are few great resources: Thrillest Article, Texas Highways, and New York Times.

GLORIOUS FIASCO IPA RELEASE PARTY
MEANWHILE BREWING
Friday, June 3rd | 9:00 PM

The Glorious Fiasco IPA Release Party is a free dog and kid-friendly event. There will be live music from Sunset Cove and Yardsale. You will also be able to pick from a variety of different food trucks such as Distant Relatives, Pueblo Viejo, Bésame, and Smokin Bahn Mi. More information here!

DREAMLAND KIDS DAY
DREAMLAND
Sunday, June 5 | 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

If you haven’t had a chance to visit Dreamland yet, take advantage of this kid-friendly day to visit with the family. From face painting to a petting zoo, there will be plenty to do at Dreamland located at 2770 US-290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. MORE

LIVE LIKE A CELEBRITY
ROBB REPORT

The Robb Report is an luxury-lifestyle magazine featuring products, including automobiles, aviation, boating, real estate and watches. It’s not a surprise that they cover the celebrity real estate in earnest. Here’s a fun page to watch if you want to see how much your favorite celebrity’s mansion is worth. MORE

DID YOU SAY QUESO?
EATER AUSTIN

Check out Eater Austin’s article on the 15 most amazing queso spots in Austin. According to the El Dorado Cafe “Queso. Is. Healing. Whatever you dip in it will make life better.” I could not have said it better myself…dip, dip away! Here’s the LINK to the full article.

Thank you to the Platinum Top 50 organization for the recognition.

MORE RESOURCES

AUSTIN AREA MARKET STATS: For those who love a good spreadsheet, here are latest Austin market stats broken down by month and zip code. APRIL 2022 MARKET DATA

BUYER GUIDE: It’s not easy buying in a market with rising prices and limited inventory. We can help you through the process. BUYER GUIDE

SELLER GUIDE: How do you make sure you get the most money for your home? From pricing to marketing, we’ll customize a plan to ensure you get the most money for your home. SELLER GUIDE

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