Cyndi Bell Blog

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Are you considering Buying or Selling in Austin, Texas?

Are you considering Buying or Selling in Austin...Read this first.

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By Cyndi Bell

01-06-2025 10:37:27 CST

December Newsletter 2024

In December 2024, here in Central Texas, the median home price hit $510,550

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By Cyndi Bell

12-06-2024 05:45:02 CST

Austin Real Estate Market Can Be A Mixed Bag

Is the Austin real estate marking going to collapse? Short answer, No. However, Austin real estate market in 2023 is not a straightforward one.

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By Cyndi Bell

08-04-2023 09:29:08 CST

The Legislature reaches a deal to rein in property taxes.

This morning, July 10, 2023, Lieutenant Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dade Phelan announced a historic agreement to approve more than $18 billion in Texas property tax cuts.

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By Cyndi Bell

07-11-2023 04:35:28 CST

How do I find foreclosures in Austin Texas?

One of the consistent questions received as a licensed real estate professional from buyers is, “How do I find foreclosures?”.

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By Cyndi Bell

06-23-2023 08:40:17 CST

A Comprehensive Guide: How to Prepare for a Texas Property Tax Protest with Unequal Appraisal

Property tax assessments are a common concern for homeowners in Texas. If you believe your property has been unequally appraised, it's essential to understand the process of preparing for a tax protest.

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By Cyndi Bell

05-13-2023 09:07:00 CST

No, Henny Penny, The Sky Isn't Falling...

Do you know the character, Henny Penny? This children’s fable would run about claiming the “sky is falling! the sky is falling!” because the character has a mistaken belief that disaster is imminent. So, in...

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By Cyndi Bell

09-08-2022 09:19:30 CST

Is that rental…to good to be true?

Rental scams are real and can cost you a lot of money. If you encounter any of the following you should stop and think before going any further. Don’t get swindled!

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By Cyndi Bell

06-17-2022 10:11:27 CST