The Brink Report

Austin Real Estate News & Advice

Should You Sell Your 78750 or 78759 Home Before You Downsize?

James Brinkman

Published on: 06/07/2026

Longtime owners in 78750 and 78759 are sitting on significant equity. Here's what to know about the financial picture, Texas tax benefits, market timing, and how to sequence a downsize the right way.

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Where to Buy in Northwest Austin If You Want a One-Story Home Under Mature Trees

James Brinkman

Published on: 15/06/2026

Looking for a one-story home under mature trees in Northwest Austin? Explore neighborhoods like Great Hills, Balcones Woods, Mesa Park, Barrington Oaks, Oak Forest, Northwest Hills, Anderson Mill, Jollyville, Balcones Village, Spicewood, Canyon Creek

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Should You Sell Your Northwest Austin Home Before the Repairs Pile Up?

James Brinkman

Published on: 09/06/2026

Should you sell your Northwest Austin home before repairs pile up? Learn how to evaluate aging systems, deferred maintenance, buyer confidence, as-is options, and whether it makes sense to repair, price around, or sell before the home becomes harder

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Northwest Austin Neighborhoods Where One-Story Homes and Mature Trees Still Exist

James Brinkman

Published on: 26/05/2026

Looking for one-story homes and mature trees in Northwest Austin? Explore neighborhoods like Balcones Woods, Mesa Park, Barrington Oaks, Oak Forest, Balcones Village, Spicewood, Great Hills, Northwest Hills, and Anderson Mill.

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