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Leaders agree: Austin is becoming less affordable for homebuyers By Riki Markowtiz

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Anyone who has ever been an Austin resident for any amount of time is certain of one thing: The city is experiencing a truly spectacular growth spurt. Austin’s expansion is so explosive, the city can’t build new roads or improve infrastructure fast enough. The influx of more than 100 new residents each day is causing a squeeze on housing supply and triggering home values to increase exponentially. Today, there’s not enough affordable housing (defined as housing deemed

affordable to those with a median household income as rated by the region) to satiate eager buyers as the value of existing real estate has increased so rapidly, Austin’s middle and working classes are getting priced out of the market – and out of town. This year, Austin was called the “city of cranes,” by The Architect’s Newspaper. The city topped Forbes list of “Where to Invest in Housing in 2015.” In an article identifying the hottest housing markets and markets with fastest home sales in the U.S., Realtor.com ranked the city number 13 and 17, respectively. Clearly 2015 is the year the world noticed Texas’ best-kept secret. But ask any REALTOR who’s been here during this most recent population surge and you will hear a narrative that’s not as cheery or as optimistic as screaming headlines imply. Austin is growing faster than any other city in the U.S., only behind behemoths like New York, Houston and Los Angeles. But limited housing availability means that the people who live here are being marginalized and priced out of a city they have called home long before recent settlers with larger bank accounts. “It’s almost impossible to spend less than $250,000 on real estate within the city anymore,” says Bill Morris, a director and chair of the legislative management team at Austin Board of REALTORs (ABoR). “As you get to lower price points, people are forced to move further and further away.” While Round Rock and neighboring Pflugerville may have nice schools, good restaurants, and sports arenas, that’s not why 25,600 people chose to move here in 2013 and 2014, but that’s where they’re ending up. Socar Chatmon-Thomas, a NAR government affairs committee member, has been tracking the MLS on a monthly basis. “I do a study of the houses and zip codes that have sold the most. Over the last five months, all of the top zip codes here have been outside of Austin. That’s because of affordability.”

Pricing out of the system Unless there’s some sort of housing-density and cost-relief solution on the horizon, some experts predict that after people start populating Austin’s border cities, businesses are sure to follow. Right now, lawyers, engineers, and high-paid tech workers can afford high housing costs, but those who labor a few floors below the C-suite have no chance of living in the city – not unless they already own property, will inherit property, or are okay with renting and can find an affordable lease. For the past few years, the median household income in the city has hovered at or under $50,000, an amount that Austin Business Journal says can conceivably qualify for a home valued up to $215,000. In March, ABoR reported that the average home in the Austin area was selling for nearly $335,000. According to a 2015 Real Estate Council of Austin (RECA) affordable housing report, “more than 60 percent of the 100,000 new jobs added in the Austin region in the last decade were in sectors that pay less than $45,000 a year.” ChatmonThomas, a past ABoR chairman, warns that city planners and developers may one day regret not acting fast enough, or at least lament over whether more could have been done. “More and more support staff – including secretaries and maintenance workers, as well as police and firemen – are living in bedroom communities like Kyle, Buda, and Hutto, and drive in to the city every day.” What’s to stop other companies from bypassing Austin altogether and settling in these Austin-adjacent towns?

Upcoming Events Saturday, October 17 NEW COMMUNITY: Bryson Grand Opening 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Leander Sunday, October 18 NEW COMMUNITY: Bryson Grand Opening 1 to 4 p.m. - Leander Wednesday, October 21 CRS Bi-Monthly Meeting 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Westwood Country Club Thursday, October 22 CTAMP Monthly Luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Great Hills Country Club Wednesday, October 28 HBA Elected Officials Appreciation Night & BBQ Bash w/Special Guest Lt. Governor Dan Patrick - 6 to 9 p.m. Phillips Event Center Friday, October 30 ALREC Halloween Bash 9 p .m. to 2 a.m. El Sol y La Luna

Finding a solution “We have a huge affordability problem and a lot of it has to do with years and years of overregulation the city has imposed on the housing and construction industries,” says Geoffrey Tahuahua, vice president of public policy at Home Builders Association (HBA) of Greater Austin.

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President’s Column By Barb Cooper • 2015 President

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curve, but you’ll find that this new ABoR.com was designed with you in mind. I’d like to thank the beta-testing members for taking time out of their busy schedules to provide us with their input. It’s been an invaluable part of the process for us to organize information for you to easily find what you need!

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This election is special

he early voting booths are now open! I always vote early because I can vote anywhere (and avoid the Election Day lines). And this election, I’ll be voting to save homeowners an average of $120 a year. If passed, Proposition 1 will lower property taxes by increasing the state-mandated homestead exemption. Not only that, but it would also permanently prohibit state and local governments from imposing a tax on real estate sales. Show your clients the true REALTOR value and explain the importance of Prop 1 to them. Early voting is open until Oct. 30, so get out the REALTOR vote today! More information and shareable content can be found at TexansForProp1.com.

The ABoR Industry Awards are back Each year, ABoR recognizes the outstanding REALTOR members and one Affiliate member who have contributed to the industry and community. The ABoR Industry Award categories include: REALTOR of the Year, Affiliate of the Year, Salesperson of the Year, Rookie of the

Year, and the Community Service Award. Nominate anyone you deem worthy, including yourself, at ABoR.com/IndyAwards before Nov. 30. Last year’s winners include David Burton (REALTOR of the Year), Sandy Urias (Affiliate of the Year), and Jason Crouch (Community Service Award).

The new ABoR.com If you’ve visited ABoR.com recently, you may have noticed something a little different. Okay…a lot different! We’re excited to launch our new ABoR.com. Designed with you in mind, this website connects you with the information you need. Grab your phone and visit ABoR.com without fear, because it’s now mobile friendly. Quickly find what you need with an improved layout and modern design; one could say it’s “easy on the eyes.” Check out the Resource Library at the top of the site for the documents and training resources you need most on the go. Also, this new site makes it easy to find out what the Board is up to. As with any new site, there will be a learning

By now, you’ve heard about the exciting news from realtor.com and its new agent profiles. As an ABoR MLS subscriber, you’re getting early access to the new agent rating and review system that will enhance your business, brand, and online reputation. Whether you’re a seasoned or a new agent, now’s the time to create your profile and have confirmed clients review you, or have colleagues and friends provide a personal recommendation. The new agent profiles are beautifully designed and easy for consumers to find more information about you, and even find your profile based on the Central Texas area you specialize in, using the new Map View in the Find a REALTOR section. You’ll be able to customize

your profile with your brokerage’s brand, your brand, or the REALTOR brand—no other competitor can offer you that! To claim your realtor. com profile, visit realtor.com/realestateagents, search for your name, click on “view full profile,” click on “claim my profile,” and sign into the Control Panel. Austin is known for embracing innovative technology solutions and the Austin Board of REALTORS is no exception. As a national leader in the industry, ABoR empowers you every day by connecting you to the latest technology to enhance your business. Through close collaboration with realtor.com and NAR, ABoR and our members were selected to lead this new initiative to provide early feedback on solutions that are beneficial to the industry and meet the needs of homeowners in the rapidly expanding online space. Be sure you’re taking advantage of this powerful new tool. As the busy year winds down, please be sure to stay safe on the job. I hope you, your family, and your business continue to succeed! RL

ABoR Academy Educational Courses Oct. 20: Professional Standards for REALTORS (TREC # 03-00-027-28212) Oct. 20: Agent Responsibility (TREC #:03-00-077-28921) Oct. 21: Green MLS: The Key to Unlocking the Green Home Market (TREC #: 04-00-086-27526) Oct. 21: TREC Ethics (TREC #:03-03-125-26393) Oct. 22: Delivering WOW Services for More Listings (TREC #:03-00-067-28944)

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Former UT football quarterback Vince Young, center, speaks to NAREB members about the youth programs he is involved with. Pictured with Vince are Socar Thomas Chatmon, left, of Elegant Estates by Auction and Robert Wright, NAREB Austin Chapter president. NAREB meets monthly in the ABoR Auditorium. Buy photo: RL_100615_B.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com

Mimi Migliorini, left, Donna Reid, third from left, and Sandee Payne, fourth from left, all of ERA Colonial Real Estate, check out First American Title’s new digs at Wolf Ranch in Georgetown where Beth Action, second from left, and Cassandra Ruiz, right, both of First American Title, give them the grand tour. Buy photo: RL_100715_B.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com

ABoR staff members Jeni Williams, Andrei Lubomudrove and Juan Garza invite folks to “step right up” to buy tickets to win a Harley from the ABoR Foundation. The Foundation raises money each year for area high school scholarships.

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Tommy Tucker, Crescent Communities regional vice president, and Kandis Wilberforce, Crescent Communities’ marketing manager, put on a great event to kick off Bryson, the home builder's newest master-planned community in Leander.

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Theresa Wilcox, Kim Correa and Veda Jablan, all of First American Title, meet with guests and REALTORS at the company’s ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of its new office at Wolf Ranch in Georgetown.

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Vince Young, former UT football quarterback and national champion, takes the floor to speak to members of NAREB at its monthly meeting. Vince tells members about all of the youth programs he is involved with.

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And this goes out to Mr. WC President from Margaret Kaufmann, Roysanne Baker and Veronica Petterson, all of JB Goodwin REALTORS. The trio dressed up as Marilyn Monroe for the third annual WCREALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt.

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The benefits of membership

015 has been an exciting year for WCREALTORS. Our Association has been hard at work this year tackling tough issues, supporting our local communities, and offering the finest educational opportunities possible. Membership is up over 18 percent, and WCREALTORS has surpassed the 1,600 member mark. Market conditions have seen the same increase across Williamson County, with the median sales price increasing from $175,000 to $245,000 over the past four years. In addition to an increase in sales prices, transaction numbers are steadily increasing. Williamson County is home to a plethora of economic development, new construction, new restaurants, and retail stores which are breaking ground all over the region, and we have a strong and steady buyer demand. According to the 2015 Relocation Report released Oct. 1 by TAR, “The top 10 Texas counties with the highest net gains of residents from other Texas counties were spread all over the state, with three of the top 10 counties located in Central Texas (Williamson, Hays, and Travis)”.

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It is a great feeling to watch our marketplace prosper at such a terrific and unprecedented rate. What else has been happening at WCREALTORS in 2015?

Regional MLS Member Survey The Members have spoken, and the results are in: to date, the survey that was sent to our WCREALTORS members has had 243 responses, about 15 percent of our membership responded. Results of the survey show that 66 percent of our membership is in favor of change, 61 percent would be willing to pay for two MLSs if it meant data from New Braunfels to Waco, and 76 percent would choose to belong to a regional MLS. The results of the survey are not a toss up. The percentage favoring change is far higher than any margin of error. It would appear we have significant support from our region, from our DR’s, and from our members. The conversation will continue, so stay tuned.

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TREPAC is an incredibly worthy cause that year after year raises the bar of professionalism in our industry while fighting hard to protect private property and homeownership rights in the great state of Texas. Our 2015 quota of $42,455 was less than our $45,000 goal established by our Board of Directors this year. I am proud to announce that we have exceeded both, and our members have invested over $48,000! Events such as the Bowling Tournament, TREPAC on TAP and the TREPAC Wine Tour all show that with fun and educational events, we can surpass our TREPAC goal and have fun doing it.

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On April 21, the Texas Real Estate Commission approved the Selling Real Estate in Williamson County course for CE credit. The inaugural class was held Sept. 24 and 25 and was packed full of terrific information focused around becoming a Williamson County Specialist. We had a star-studded line up of expert speakers such as Larry Gonzalez, Texas House of Rep. Dist. 52, Veronica Sopher, Assistant Superintendent of Leander ISD, and County Commissioner Cynthia Long, just to name a few. 59 REALTORS walked away with a shiny new certification and a new understanding of Williamson County.

WCLIFE.org Speaking of a new understanding of Williamson County, did you know WCREALTORS developed a community website called WCLIFE that is quickly becoming the HUB of everything Williamson County? Check out the site. Our volunteer members and association staff have developed a site with endless information on Williamson County. Not only does this site have content for you to send your clients, it also

Events WCREALTORS hosts four annual signature events, the Super Bowl of Builders in February, East Side Story Bus Tour in April, a Golf Tournament in May and the WC Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt in September. The members of WCREALTORS have ample opportunities to learn about our wonderful county without having to sit in a classroom. These events foster a culture of networking, education, and fun that makes the WC stand out from the crowd.

One of WCREALTORS best kept secrets is our Scholarship Foundation which provides multiple $1,000 scholarships annually, benefiting Williamson County graduating high school seniors. If you are looking for a way to give back to your community, this committee is a terrific place to invest your volunteer hours. It will not only help your community but gain some bragging rights with your spheres.

Food Drive This past July WCREALTORS hosted our second annual Food Drive. Members took to the streets knocking on doors in the spirit of combating hunger in Williamson County. Over two tons of food was collected to help the residents of the WC. This has become a signature event that I hope to see continue far into the future. We appreciate our current membership and are excited to have so many new REALTORS joining us. Our outlook is positive, and yet, we have room for more. So come join our amazing organization. We would love the opportunity to have you as a member! RL

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Team Crescent Communities celebrates the grand opening of Bryson, its new Leander community, with the Bryson Sales Team and REALTORS while hosting a special VIP REALTOR Grand Opening.

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Guaranteed Rate Mortgage Lakeway treats its employees to a pizza lunch. Pictured left to right are Josh Blitz, Kiffin Klos, Erin Coronado, Jack Lieberman, Angelica Rodriguez, and Caitlin Arambula (not pictured: Walter Cobb).

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Sharon Eaton of Keller Williams Realty, Debra Groch of Avalar Austin, Janet Thomas and Summer Present, both of DHI Mortgage, enjoy a sample of the local wines at the TREPAC Wine Tasting fundraiser at ABoR. Buy photo: RL_090115_H.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com Buy photo: RL_100115_I.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com

Michelle Gundiach and Heather Smith, both of Keller Williams Realty, head to the starting line at the WCREALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt.

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After seven years in our North Mopac Branch, I am expanding my business to Round Rock where I have lived for 26 years and raised my family. I have worked for the same title company for 15+ years, which shows my loyalty and dedication to my clients. My assistant, Krystal Watts, a Williamson County native, has been in the title industry for 14+ years and on my team for four. With our combined experience, we will we deliver a smooth and happy closing for you and your customers. Call us today to ensure your next transaction is a success!

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Crescent Communities’ new Bryson community in Leander has generated a ton of interest from REALTORS. These are just some of the REALTORS who attended the VIP REALTOR Grand Opening event.

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Sharon Rosshirt of Stanberry & Associates and Judith Bundschuh of Catalyst Realty toast to raising funds for TREPAC while attending the TREPAC Wine Tasting fundraiser at ABoR.

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Mary Lynn Gibbs, right, congratulates Amber Hart on the coming of her baby. The two Keller Williams Realty veterans enjoy the evening at the PT50 REALTORS Black and White Party at the Lakeway Resort and Spa.

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Newland Communities would like to recognize its

THIRD QUARTER 2015 TOP TEN These high-performing Real Estate Professionals worked with Newland Communities Austin and its builder partners to achieve significant new home sales at Falcon Pointe, Rancho Sienna, Sweetwater, and Teravista in 2015:

SIJO VADAKKAN Broker, Trinity Texas Realty Inc., Round Rock, TX “Newland’s communities are thoughtfully designed and well-planned with great builders, good schools, and lots of amenities. Newland Communities are easily accessible for home buyers. As a Realtor, I feel I have more credibility when I tour with our clients throughout Newland Communities.”

DAT LE Austin American Realty, Austin, TX “I find it easy to sell new homes in communities developed by Newland; the locations and prices are right and the builders are sincere and cooperative.”

MICHAEL UNDERWOOD Rave Real Estate, Austin, TX “I’ve had the fortune of placing two great families in Sweetwater, and they were the most pleasant transactions I have ever had with zero complaints from my clients. The great customer experience is what we all strive for in this business and the Newland/Sweetwater staff has helped me achieve that consistently and makes me want to return with more business.”

Ray Alvarez, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Austin, TX Polly Eagle, Coldwell Banker United, Realtors, Austin, TX Gilbert Gonzalez, Keller Williams, Cedar Park, TX James Matias, Advantage Austin Properties, Austin, TX Don Miller, Sky Realty, Austin, TX Terri Romere, Broker, Keller Williams, Round Rock, TX Lynn Yuan, Broker, Austin 360 Home, Austin, TX We appreciate your efforts to market and sell in our new-home communities. Thank you! Newland Communities is the largest private developer of planned residential and urban mixed-use communities in the United States from coast-to-coast. Together with our partner, North America Sekisui House, LLC, we believe it is our responsibility to create enduring, healthier communities for people to live life in ways that matter most to them. www.newlandcommunities.com and www.nashcommunities.com

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Long-time friends John Horton of John Horton Realty, a Private Label Realty company, Cathy Coneway of Stanberry & Associates, Leonard Guerrero of JB Goodwin, REALTORS and Jay Gohil of Jay Gohil Realty gather for the food and festivities at the TREPAC Wine Tasting at the ABoR offices. All are past ABoR Presidents. Buy photo: RL_100115_A.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com

David Thompson, Gary Wakefield and Bruce Berman, all of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS, are all up early to hear about the company’s new product line for agents. The three attended the company-wide meeting at the Westin at the Domain. Buy photo: RL_100515_I.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com

Builders, price and location make Bryson in Leander an easy sell for these REALTORS. They attended a VIP REALTOR Grand Opening to learn more about the community. Pictured left to right are Karin Reinhardt of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS and Cheryl Stephens of 98th Meridian.

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Chelsea Timmons and Julie Kostelecky, both of Pacesetter Homes, welcome REALTORS on tour in Blanco Vista in San Marcos to the builder’s model home.

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Tess O’Neill and Daniela Villante, both of Lennar, give Kay Bower, right, of Sky Realty a tour of their new model in Stonefield in Buda.

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Chera Johnson of United Lending, Jennifer Garza and Trisha McIntire, both of Platinum Realty, Mia Sanchez of Reilly Realtors, Krystle McCarley and Crisana Gibson, both of Platinum Realty, are looking sharp at the PT50 REALTORS Black and White Party at the Lakeway Resort and Spa.

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Sally Decelis of RE/MAX Round Rock and David Castejilla of RE/MAX Capital City got the wrong memo. They arrived at the WCREALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt ready for a tailgate party.

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These three ladies are about to assume their positions as 2016 officers of the Women’s Council of REALTORS Austin Chapter. Once officially installed, Anita Ferrell, left, will be named secretary, Ruby Johnson, center, will be president and Becky DeButts, right, will be president-elect. Congrats ladies!

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Darrelyn Dyer and Jeanette Wright, both of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS, are thrilled to pose for a picture while attending the company wide meeting—since this is their first time in Realty Line.

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Gary Hoffarth of Austin Advantage Realty tells Sally Cohan of Lennar how beautiful the new model is at Stonefield in Buda.

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ast month the HBA celebrated the completion of a special “Benefit Home” in Rancho Sienna, a new-home community being developed by Newland Communities in northwestern Williamson County. The Nathaniel, a two-story home, built by Chesmar Homes, is 2,838 sq. ft. and features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a game room, and an oversized two-car garage. Led by Chesmar Homes, HBA members work together to solicit materials and donations to help build the new home. The majority of proceeds generated from the sale will benefit Ronald McDonald House and Dell Children’s Medical Center. “The HBA has a long standing history of giving back to our community through charitable donations and we are proud of that,” says HBA Chief Executive Officer Emily Lubbers. Last year, the HBA donated more than $50,000, over half the net proceeds from the sale of the 2014 Benefit Home, to Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas and the Ronald McDonald House. To date, the HBA has supported dozens of local charities and educational institutions with more than

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The Realty Austin crew makes an appearance at the PT50 REALTORS Black and White Party.

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It’s time to get down to business. Teresa Recar and Monika Suhnholz, both of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS, arrive in style at the company-wide meeting held at the Westin at the Domain.

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ingSmarts class. 5) Check out Mueller’s Affordable Homes Program. 6) Visit the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) for details about their Homeownership Down Payment Assistance Program. 7) Use resources provided by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation

(TSAHC). 8) Research programs provided by TexasHomePrograms.org. 9) Check out resources available through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. 10) If you have clients looking outside of local city limits or in rural areas, make use of USDA benefit programs. RL

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ustin’s population typically doubles every 20 years, and it’s no secret that our secret is out. According to the MLS report released last month by the Austin Board of REALTORS, the median home price in Austin has outpaced household income growth. Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that about 65 percent of our area’s professionals earn less than $50,000 per year. With the general rule of thumb that housing costs should be less than 30 percent of gross monthly income, the corresponding mortgage payment equals a price range of between $200,000 and $215,000. Our median price sits at $265,000, and the median home price has increased a whopping $65,000 in five years. While the Housing Opportunity Index (comparing median price, median income and relative interest rates) indicates that Austin housing affordability is roughly the same as it was in the late 1990s, Martin Prosperity ranks Austin-Round Rock first in the top 10 large metros with the highest levels of economic segregation (the degree to which

neighborhoods are made up of people in the same economic level). Long-term solutions like a citywide affordability initiative, mass transit programs and the addition of new homes to the supply of homes, are in the mix, but painfully slow in coming to fruition. In the meantime, how can you best help your buyers facing affordability issues? I’ve outlined ideas below; please note: your clients will need to qualify and mortgage lenders often need to be approved to participate. 1) Partner with a knowledgeable mortgage lender who is particularly well-versed in the down payment assistance programs available to buyers. 2) Utilize the city’s Down Payment Assistance program(provided by Neighborhood Housing and Community Development, or NHCD). 3) Familiarize yourself with the city’s Homebuyer Assistance programs (provided by NHCD). 4) Encourage your first time or displaced homebuyers to attend a Hous-

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Coldwell Banker United REALTORS Austin leadership rolls out the new product line for agents at the company wide meeting held at the Westin at the Domain. Pictured left to right are David Pruitt, Ann Buck, Helen Edwards and Valarie Lyday.

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The Coldwell Banker United REALTORS team works together and has fun together. They attended the PT50 REALTORS Black and White Party at the Lakeway Resort and Spa.

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Austin Mayor Steve Adler, center, joins ABoR leadership and members to support the industry. Pictured left to right with Mayor Adler are ABoR CEO Paul Hilgers, Bill Evans, Past ABoR President and ABoR President Barb Cooper and Tami Baker, TREPAC chair. Buy photo: RL_100115_T.jpg at www.myrealtyline.com

David Thompson, Gary Wakefiled and Bruce Bersman, all of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS are all up early to hear about the company’s new product line for agents. The three attend the company-wide meeting at the Westin at the Domain.

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Lauren Alvarez of Bella Via Realty, Sandre Alvarez of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS and David Thompson of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS tour one of the model homes in Blanco Vista in San Marcos.

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Christine Engler of Capstar Lending and Kacy Dolce of Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty enjoy the great view and a glass of wine on a beautiful Austin day while attending the TREPAC Wine Tasting at the new ABoR offices.

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Valarie Lyday and Helen Edwards, both of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS, get the meeting started for a full house at the company wide meeting held at the Westin at the Domain.

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Natalie Jack of Legacy Mutual Mortgage and Josh Penland of Sente Mortgage always have a good time together and the PT50 REALTORS Black and White party is no different. The two have some laughs while posing for a photo with Realty Line.

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The RECA report suggests that the city can build its way out of this crisis, “but only if it encourages housing of all types for a variety of income levels in neighborhoods throughout the city.” “What really works inside the city in the urban core is density,” says Morris. Building affordable condos, rather than single-family homes, will especially help Austin’s working class become homeowners. Density is the only way to go for areas like downtown and central Austin where small parcels of available land can only accommodate just three or four stand-alone homes, but will easily fit 200 to 300 one or two-bedroom condo units. The cost of the land alone makes building single-family dwellings extraordinarily impractical. RECA estimates that the city needs no less than 69,000 units by 2025, just to accommodate new-resident projections. However, the nonprofit is actually putting a call out for 100,000 new housing units over the next decade, just to be safe. Why aim so high? According to the 2015 report, “[this is the best way] to stay ahead of our continued growth and bring more balance to the housing market.” Right now builders are putting out approximately 5,500 to 8,000 units a year, says HBA’s Tahuahua, rather than the 10,000 per year needed to hit the 2025 goal. “We’re at this point where we can’t push faster because the city can’t process the permits fast enough. Their policies don’t allow them to.” So even if developers are ready to build, there are laws and codes on the books that are getting in everyone’s way.

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ter bid. A few months ago one client, who could afford to spend up to $250,000, was getting outbid on every property he was interested in. “We’re on everybody’s list of the best place to live and the cheapest place to live,” says Chatmon-Thomas. Which means people are going to continue moving here and continue putting pressure on a housing market that’s more in demand every day.

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For now, experts are encouraging agents to join government affairs committees with ABoR, Williamson County Association of REALTORS, and Texas Association of REALTORS, to name a few. “Our job is public relations, get information out to lawmakers, city council, and consumers and let them know where we stand so they can make an informed decision,” says ChatmonThomas. The very least amount of time volunteers will need to commit is about two hours per week. But as you move up the ranks, it can be like having another full-time job. Even if you think that wrangling down the price of real estate is futile, think about what this could mean for the future of the city. Emily Lubbers, HBA chief executive officer, says “When you look at what happens when someone owns a home, you end up with all of these positive statistics. For example, children are more likely to graduate from high school.” Home ownership is linked to a host of positive outcomes, including lower crime, better school districts and civic involvement. Those who don’t have time to join a committee can still be part of the solution, says Lubbers. Connecting with associations that represent the market will help bring awareness to the efforts they’re working on and, as an industry insider, providing testimony is tremendously helpful. RL

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Jill Cole, Jannette Friend Harrington and Doug Harrington, all of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS attend a company wide meeting at the Westin at the Domain.

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Jennifer Lish of Keller Williams Realty, Patricia Wagner of DHI Mortgage and David Teague of Prime Lending, say “good morning Austin” as they get ready to start the program at the WCR breakfast meeting in the ABoR Auditorium.

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Tessa Truair and Stephanie Clark, both of Grand Haven Homes and Amy Elizondo of Sente Mortgage are glad to see Lake Travis so full. The three attended the PT50 REALTORS Black and White Party at the Lakeway Resort & Spa.

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Wende Woods and Jason Vasek, both of First American Title, celebrate the grand opening of the company’s new office at Wolf Creek in Georgetown. Wende is the new branch manager there.

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You can’t miss CJ Pfau around Williamson County! We caught up with her at First American Title’s new office at Wolf Ranch in Georgetown.

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Sherry Bieche and Laura Johansen, both of Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS, aren’t messing around! The two are strategically mapping the quickest way from builder to builder during the WCREALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt so they can collect the most points for the hunt.

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Rubin Cortez and Damon Woodell, both of Homes by Avi, show TJ Clinch of Urban Provision REALTORS around the model at Blanco Vista while TJ was touring the San Marcos neighborhood

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Noble Davis of Lakeline Realty, Carol Loncola and Cathy Collins, both of Stanberry & Associates, find a space in the shade to learn more about the new Bryson community in Leander while attending a special VIP REALTOR Grand Opening.

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Tracy Bennert, Susan Patterson and April Downey, all of Independence Title, team up to find the clues in the WCREALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt together.

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Catherine Dinunzio and Becky Zweschper, both of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS, are all smiles despite the early start time at the company wide meeting at the Westin at the Domain.

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Jennifer Dwire and Shelly Ayers, both of Grand Haven Homes, join Becky Johnson are on hand at the Bryson VIP REALTOR Grand Opening to answer questions from Anita Hudson, both of Drees Custom Homes and others.

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It certainly is a nice day for a white wedding! Joe Bryson of Real Estate Alliance and Anne Ames, soon to be Mrs. Bryson, plan for their big day while at the TREPAC Wine Tasting at the ABoR Office.

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Talk about a “throwback”. Ann Marie Sandlin, left, of Jay Gohil Realty brings an old photo of Becky Hopkins from Austin Title to the WCR monthly breakfast. Ann Marie celebrated her birthday while remembering old times with good friends.

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Jay Warren of Berkshire Hathaway Texas Realty always has a good joke and a good time. He shares one of his latest crack-ups with Wende Woods of First American Title. Wende is the branch manager of the company’s new office at Wolf Creek in Georgetown.

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Real Estate News & Notes Nextage Lone Star Realty names new broker/owner Long time agent Mary Miner became the

Williamson

Broker/Owner of Nextage Lone Star Realty

County As-

in July. Mary wants to thank Diana Keyes for

sociation of

developing and growing a great foundation of

REALTORS

Nextage Lone Star Realty.

and

Nextage team members include Jennifer

Becky

DeButts'

Shropshire, Al Frazier, Mashon Fielder, Duval

recent

Brahmbhatt, Karen Draper, Becky Debutts, Es-

p o i nt m e nt

tella Shea, Mary Miner (Broker), Lisa Moguel,

as President-

Raymond Husser, King Bravo, Katrina Swain,

Elect of the

Scott Sears, Diana Keyes, Linda Scott, Manda

Wo m e n ' s s

Mafi, John Arleth, and Efrim Moya, Dawn

Council of REALTORS Austin Chapter.

Dudley, Meredith Warmack, Christyna Carter, Colleen DeHaas.

ap-

Mary Miner, Broker/Owner

Nextage Lone Star Realty is growing and looking for quality agents to help with the

Recent member achievements include Lin-

growth. We have residential, commercial and a

da Scott's CIPS (Certified International Prop-

leasing divisions. The firm is currently looking

erty Specialist designation, King Bravo's nomi-

for someone to lead an international and luxu-

nation to be on the Board of Directors for the

ry division. Call Mary at (512) 791-4240. RL

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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Bradfield Properties is growing Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Bradfield Properties is excited to announce the addition of the Paragon Property Group to the Bradfield Family. Paragon is one of the top producing real estate teams in Austin and is comprised of Sue Ellett, Stacey Nelson, and Karen Guillot. Paragon has a long history of working in the Greater Austin and Highland Lakes real estate markets. With this addition Bradfield Properties continues to expand by partnering with some of Austin’s best agents. Additionally, Paragon allows us to open an office and have a presence in the quickly developing Marble Falls/Horseshoe Bay market. The Marble Falls office is located at 907 2nd Street at the corner of Main and 2nd.

The Paragon Property Group is known as one of the highest performing real estate teams in the Austin area and were ranked in the top 10 percent of Caldwell Banker teams in North America. They are experts at lake properties, acreage, farm and ranch in addition to their mastery of traditional real estate. All the members of Paragon are certified relocation experts as well as holding multiple other real estate designations. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Bradfield Properties is a Realogy franchisee. Bradfield Properties is a 33-year old brokerage with headquarters in San Antonio and offices throughout central and south Texas. The brokerage has sold over $12 Billion in sales over the last 33 years. RL

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Kriston Wood and Kathy Armstrong, both of Keller Williams Realty, know the key to winning is teamwork (and super REALTOR powers like knowing your city). The two gear up to take home some prizes at the WCREALTORS Wild Ride Scavenger Hunt.

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Wende Woods, Jason Vasek and LeeAnn Ray, all of First American Title, get ready to cut the ceremonial ribbon at the company’s new office in Georgetown.

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Gene Dillard, Dorie Dillard, and Becky Griner, all of Coldwell Banker United REALTORS, have a little fun with “stilt man” at the PT50 Black and White Party at the Lakeway Resort.