Real Estate Information Archive

Good Monday morning to you!

Financing Report
Many people have heard that finding financing for their next purchase is very difficult.
While the paperwork may be hefty, I have found that over 85% of the people I have worked with
this year do, indeed, qualify for financing of some sort. With rates at historical lows, there may never
be a better time to borrow money to purchase real estate. I work with many investors, and they are making
up a large part of the buying market. Always follow investors, they know when they see value.

Looking to Sell Your Home?
www.TexomaHomeValue.com was created to help those looking into selling their home gauge where the marketmay respond to their property. If you are looking to sell your home in the next few months, go to www.TexomaHomeValue.com. We will get an electronic market analysis of your property to you within 24-48 hours.

Pod Cast Market Update
Check out www.TheFallsPodCast.com. Here you will be able to hear a brief update on the market and what's going on in North Texas.

Follow Ashton
www.FollowAshton.com launched last week.  If you use Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, or YouTube, check it out and let's be friends!

Let us know how we may be able to serve you and your WichitaF alls real estate needs.

Good Monday morning to you!

The Heat Is On

Can you believe the heat? Ever thought about owning a home with a pool? If so, check out www.AshtonIsMyPoolboy.com. Here you can find every home in our market that is available for sale with a pool. Check it out!

Market Facts

Our office remains at the forefront of our market for closed transactions year to date. While we are one of the smaller offices in the market (in terms of number of agents) we currently rank #1 year to date in volume closed. If you are thinking about selling, please see www.TexomaHomeValue.com. We look forward at the chance to serve you further.

Pod Cast

Check out this month's pod cast at www.TheFallsPodCast.com. This month's edition covers Greater Wichita Falls real estate market activity and then we'll explain how buyers can make the most of favorable summer conditions.

If I can do anything else for you or anyone you may know this week, please let me know.

"Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation) there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too." Steven Pressfield

Ashton Gustafson has made it his practice to be at the forefront of technology in the Real Estate sector for Wichita Falls and North Texas. See below for all your Real Estate needs.

www.AshtonGustafson.com - Total market overview.

www.TheFallsHomeFinder.com - The BEST Site for Active Buyers.

www.TexomaHomeValue.com - Thinking of selling?

www.TexasBankOwned.com - Looking to invest?

www.TheFallsPodCast.com- Listen to the market update on you iPod!

www.LuxuryHomesWF.com - Daily email list of the new luxury homes on the market.

www.BishopRealtors.com - All of our office listings.

www.LuxuryHomesWF.com is a FREE service to help area home buyers view the finest homes Wichita Falls has to offer, the minute they hit the market. Your first email will list all homes currently for sale that meet your search criteria. Then each morning you will be emailed a list of all of the new homes for sale and price changes since your previous search. No more having to rely on manual searches. Fill out the form below and start your auto-email home search today! It's just that easy!

We look forward to unlocking the door to spectacular real estate on your behalf.

Good Monday Morning to you.

The Market

As we enter these Summer months, there's no doubt things feel different than they did a year ago. Last year we had one of the biggest June's on record - this of course was a byproduct of the 1st Time and Repeat Buyer tax stimulus for home buyers. Washington said, "buy a home - get $8000"....and EVERYBODY took them up on it.

This summer, we've seen available inventory in the 1st Time Home Buyer range grow to record levels. Essentially, the market borrowed buyers from the future last Summer. People that would have purchased in '11 and '12, took advantage of the tax credit, low rates, and made a great decision doing so. Which is why there are so many homes available in the under $100,000 range. The buyers for this Summer, purchased last Summer.

Last Summer's market was not real. We cannot compare last year's stats to this year and ask, "what are we doing wrong?" So please, don't Judge the market by its Government Stimulus Package.

The Opportunity

Average days on market for homes that SOLD in May was 82. Average day on market for homes that RENTED was 52. Rentals entered and left the market 37% faster than did homes that sold. If you are cash positioned to take advantage of this opportunity to invest, call me ASAP. Don't let this be the Summer that got away. With our current inventory, these investments are making wonderful returns for our clients. Visit www.TheFallsHomeFinder.com.

Other Sites

www.AshtonIsMyHomeBoy.com

www.TheFallsPodCast.com

www.TexomaHomeValue.com

If we can serve you or anyone you know this week, please let me know.

Go Mavs.

Good Monday morning to you!

Thought About College Lately?
My financial planner told me this month that 4 years of college at a state school would cost approximately $178,000 for my daughter in 2029. $475,000 for a private institution!!! How am I going to pay for that????? My plan is to purchase 1 investment property a year for her and have renters pay the mortgage. 15 years from now they will be paid and full and I'll sell 1 per year for her to attend the school of her choice. Want to join me in this venture? Email me Ashton@AshtonGustafson.com and I'll share with you my action plan.

What's The Going Rate?
RATES HAVE NEVER BEEN THIS LOW and INVENTORY HAS NEVER BEEN THIS HIGH. And this means opportunity. I saw rates with local lenders this week under 4% on a 15 year note. Incredible. To see how great this opportunity is, see www.ImAHappyBuyer.com.

I am looking to buy - Where do I start?
Simple - www.TheFallsHomeFinder.com. As of today, over 3000 individuals have registered and made this their site for buying a home in North Texas. No other company offers a better web-site to find your next home. Check it out today.

I am looking to sell - Where do I start?
Simple too - www.TexomaHomeValue.com.
Within 48 hours I will have a market analysis to you and will set up a time with you to come preview your home.

Best of luck in all you do this week.

If I can help you or anyone you know, I'm here and ready.

"Leading is a skill, not a gift." Seth Godin

Good Monday morning to you!

Market Update

Below you will see the transactions that closed for the month of April this year in the Greater Wichita Falls MLS. As always, the $110,000 - $140,000 price range was where the most activity was found. You will also notice the investor presence in the under $30,000 range. If you have questions about this, please let me know.

The Luxury Market

We tend to see an increase during the summer months in our local upper end properties. To get a daily updated list of properties in this criteria, you can simply subscribe at www.LuxuryHomesWF.com.

For every other property on the market for sale, check out ww.TheFallsHomeFinder.com. See why this site has become the most used site for buyers in North Texas.

Is It Time To Move?

If so, go to www.TexomaHomeValue.com. Complete the required information on your home and you will receive a complimentary Computer Analysis, indicating your home's approximate present value on the market today. You will receive this information quickly, by email within 48 hours.

Live @ The Lake

This Thursday, Kevin Rhine and I will be taking the stage at MSU's Summer Opening Session of Live @ The Lake! The fun begins at 6:00 - see you there!

"Leaders don't get a map or a set of rules. Living life without a map requires a different attitude." Seth Godin

www.TheFallsPodCast.com 

This month's edition covers Greater Wichita Falls real estate market activity and then we'll discuss the art of staging. 

Features special guest Terri Murphy of US Learning. 

Appealing Your Property Taxes

What the county assesses your home is worth, for tax purposes, has a significant impact on your financial well-being...this year and well into the future.

Appealing your taxes is an easy process if you know the steps and are armed with the supporting data.

If you do not already know, I can provide complimentary support to help you appeal your property taxes -- or at the very least to help you determine if you have grounds to protest. See www.TexomaHomeValue.com to start today.

Other Web-Sites To Serve You

www.TheFallsHomeFinder.com - Our Areas #1 Site to find your next home!

www.TheFallsPodCast.com - Local market update.

www.AshtonIsMyHOMEboy.com - Endless information for and your real estate questions.

This Week

If we can you or anyone you may know this week, please let me know. Have a great week!