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The SanAntonioHomeQuest.com Realty Solutions Team, Keller Williams Legacy, is an award winning group of real estate marketing and residential property acquisitions specialists.  Visit our website at sanantoniohomequest.com to learn about how we can help you buy or sell a San Antonio home.

Randall R. (Randy) Kelley
MS, BS, PA
San Antonio Realtor®
Residential Realty Acquisitions Director & Internet Realty Services Advisor
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Keller Williams Legacy (210) 863-2661 or 867-8743 or (800) 201-9145

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4703 Barons Ridge

This gated Westover Hills property is truly special.  4703 Barons Ridge is on a 1.24 acre corner lot in an area of town where a home on a big lot is rare.  The residence is a classic 2 story home with split formal areas, a grand staircase, family room opening to a deck and fenced back yard with mature trees.  The lovely music room adjacent to the kitchen features French doors and lots of light.  It's easily adaptable as an office or study.  The enormous master suite features a full bath complete with jetted tub, separate shower, walk-in closet, and separate vanities.  The home also features two more full baths plus a half bath.  There's a sitting room opening to a balcony overlooking the spacious back yard.  The location is ideal for a buyer seeking an easy commute to Lackland AFB, Port San Antonio, The Toyota Plant, and access to the road networks to downtown and around San Antonio.

This one's for you.  Visit the detailed listing report at sanantoniohomequest.com  or call Stephanie (210) 867-8743 or Randy (210) 863-2661 for more information or an appointment to visit 4703 Barons Ridge.

In The News For San Antonio Home Owners, Home Buyers, and Home Sellers

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In the news for San Antonio home owners, home buyers, and home sellers from Steven Gragg, Broker, Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio

1. Recently announced - a new company coming to town with plans to hire 700 employees.  Stay tuned for more specifics. 
2. A local trucking  company urgently needs drivers - 150 now and 50 later. Most of the drivers are needed to handle new oil and gas customers in the Eagle Ford shale oil fields south of town..
3. Nationally, home prices rose by most in 6.5 years. U.S.home prices jumped by 8.3% in December spurred by a low supply of inventory and rising demand. Last year prices rose in 46 out of 50 states.   Low homes for sale inventory is evident throughout the San Antonio Multiple Listing Service area.  Effect on prices hasn't been too dramatic to date, however, unless inventory increases soon, the shortage of available homes will likely cause a dramatic increase in asking and sales prices.

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San Antonio, Texas, News For Home Owners, Home Buyers, And Home Sellers

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Now, here's some news of interest for San Antonio area home owners, home sellers, and home buyers compliments Steven Gragg, Broker, Keller Williams Legacy.

1. Walmart  is preparing to add San Antonio to its list of metropolitan areas selected to host the retailer's convenience oriented Neighborhood Market grocery store.
2. Starting January 26, 2013, San Antonio residents can dump bulky junk at the 1800 East Bitters drop-off at no cost.  A copy of a CPS bill showing payment of the monthly solid waste environment fee is required.  Examples: AC units, refrigerators, freezers, auto parts, tubs, water heaters, sinks, etc.  See the recent MySanAntonio article for more details.

San Antonio Home Prices Rising

According to FNC Incorporated, a respected real estate information and analytics company, San Antonio area home prices are rising moderately, but steadily.

Between September 2011 and September 2012, Alamo City area home prices rose 1.1 percent, however, between January through November 2012, prices rose 2.3%. 

A respected local new home sales analyst, Jack Inselmann of Metrostudy, recently said, “San Antonio has done comparatively well considering the challenges and I expect the new home market to continue to improve in 2013 ... .”

Recently, Steven Gragg, 2013 Chairman of the San Antonio Board of Realtors®  (SABOR) presented a very favorable summary of current San Antonio home market conditions.  He reported that, as of the November 2012 SABOR market analysis, homes are selling much quicker than a year ago -- 83 days average in November 2012 vs 98 days average in November 2011. 

As of January 2013, there is an exceptionally low inventory of homes listed in the SABOR Multiple Listing Service (MLS).  For the time being, this factor has created a strong home seller's market, however the post holiday season usually sees an influx of new listings.  If this year follows suit, a balancing effect is anticipated, producing a spring season sales environment favoring neither buyers or sellers.  

Visit sanantoniohomequest.com  for more realty news, our premier listings search engine, and reliable San Antonio home sales information, advice, and assistance.  

 

9 January 2013 San Antonio Real Estate In The News

Here's the latest San Antonio real estate news from Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio's premier residential realty broker.

Home Prices Up in Big U.S. Cities.

Home prices rose in most major cities compared to 1 year ago. Home prices increased 4.3% - the largest year-over-year increase in 2.5 years. Phoenix, Arizona, leads all cities with a 21.7% increase.

Home Sales At Highest Point Since 2010.

According to the National Association of Realtors®, (NAR), home sales are at the highest point since April 2010 when we had a tax credit pushing sales.

Modern Look Is In For 2013

As trends come and go, the modern look is the trend for 2013.  There is a growing market for more contemporary, energy efficient homes with open floor plans that lead into functional outdoor spaces. Formal living and dining areas continue to go away.

The San Antonio Area Housing Market Is Upbeat

Low mortgage rates coupled with increases in new home construction and sales are expected to fuel a growing housing market in SA area this year. It's anticipated that new home builds and existing home resales  will rise between 10-15% in 2013. While home values which climbed by 3% last year, they are expected to climb faster this year.

San Antonio Apartment Sales Are Booming

2012 was  a hot year for San Antonio Apartment Sales. Fifty-five apartment complexes sold through October 2, 2012, for a sales volume of $605.8 million - one of the best apartment sales years on record for San Antonio.

Looking to buy or sell a San Antonio area home, visit sanantoniohomequest.com for the best advice, assistance, and realty search engine technology. 

From our family to yours,  have a safe, happy and healthy 2012 holiday season, San Antonio!

The sanantoniohomequest.com Realty Solutions Team

Keller Williams Legacy

San Antonio, Texas

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December 2012 San Antonio Homes For Sale Report

The remarkable 2012 San Antonio residential sales year is coming to a close with December projected to produce a record number of closings for a low sales season month.

Many positive factors have come together to make 2012 a very successful year for San Antonio area home sales.  

For example, when compared to other large metropolitan areas during the late Great Recession, San Antonio managed to maintain its attractive reputation for economic stability and business development and growth.  Consequently, this year has seen a significant increase in housing demand generated by the area's rapidly expanding business community.  

The improving economy has impacted heavily on San Antonio's home sales market.  From August through November, single family detached home sales have far exceeded new listings.  This has lead  to a potential shortage of resale homes for buyers entering the market in the coming months.  

New home builders are capitalizing on the shortage by bringing more newly built home inventory on line, however much of their inventory won't be available until the late winter/early spring sales season.

In the short term, with fewer homes to choose from, buyers can expect to find higher higher home prices and a strong seller's market.

Granted, the still developing seller's market might discourage some home buyers this December.  Nonetheless, this year's winter home sales market is expected to stay unusually strong because of the availability of historically low mortgage loan rates and the fact that the San Antonio market still offers quality housing in excellent neighborhoods for a very reasonable cost.

Here are the key indicators proving the vitality of today's home seller's market. 

For San Antonio's single family detached home listings as of 3 December 2012, there are 9040 homes for sale compared to 10,467 one year ago. The inventory is very low and the downward trend is expected to continue until seller's bring their homes to market in early 2013 for the late winter/spring selling season.

  

The average sales price for the most recent closings is $196,950 compared to last year's $174,891 - a 12.61% increase! That's unusual because the San Antonio area averages 2% to 3% home price appreciation per year. 

Average cumulative-days-on-the-market (CDOM) for the most recent sales is 109 compared to 137 last year. 

As previously stated, these data add up to a very strong seller's market. 

  

That's all for our December 2012 San Antonio realty market report.  

We encourage reader comments and recommendations about how to make our reports more informative and useful. 

Please visit our sanantoniohomequest.com website for information about how to best go about buying or selling your San Antonio area home.  If you're looking to buy a home, use our fast and easy listings search engine and learn about our Calendar Year 2013 Public Service Home Buyer Reward Program.

  

Wishing you a merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year, we're Stephanie and Randy Kelley, Realtors® at Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio, Texas.  

If you have questions, need San Antonio realty or mortgage loan advice or assistance, or just want to know more about San Antonio and the surrounding communities, please call us at (210) 863-2661 (Randy) or (210) 867-8743 (Stephanie), or email us at swkrealtor@aol.com or kelleybus@aol.com.  

The SanAntonioHomeQuest.com Realty Solutions Team is always ready to help you with your residential realty needs.  

Credit Scores For San Antonio Home Loans

 

 

Why is it so hard to find reliable information about minimal credit scores for San Antonio home loans?

 

The answer is simple. 

 

In today's post Great Recession mortgage lending environment, the lenders seem reluctant to post definitive guidance about almost anything.  That's because loan qualification standards are strict, multifactorial, and not just limited to an applicant's credit scores.

 

That said, there are some credit score quotes that are reasonably consistent across many lending websites.  They are:

• FHA loan - 620 minimum score and without a history of bankruptcy and with a positive history of paying creditors on time
• Conventional loan - 680 minimum score and without a history of bankruptcy and with a positive history of payting creditors on time
• VA loan - 620 minimum score and without a history of bankruptcy and with a positive history of paying creditors on time

Be mindful that, from the perspective of a lender, credit scores are only a part of a much bigger picture.  We recommend, therefore, that you consult with a loan officer at a mortgage brokerage,  bank or credit union. 

 

When the time comes to apply for a mortgage loan, it pays to shop around, so don't be shy about talking with many lenders because not all lenders have the same loan costs,  terms. and conditions. 

 

For a list of lenders with a proven record of providing satisfactory service for our home buyers, visit our lender page. 

 

Call them.  They'll be glad to hear from you because they want your business.

 

Please visit our website or call us for the best San Antonio area home buying and selling advice and assistance.  We are - For the best home selling advice and assistance, visit our website at sanantoniohomequest.com or call Stephanie Kelley at (210) 867-8743 or Randy Kelley at (210) 863-2661.

Stephanie & Randy Kelley

Realtors®

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Keller Williams Lecacy

San Antonio, Texas 78258

Steven Gragg Broker

(210) 863-2661 or (210) 867-8743



 

 

 

 

 

Selling San Antonio Real Estate In December 2012

It's the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season 2012 in San Antonio. 

Late fall/early winter holiday season is an inconvenient time to market a home for most sellers, consequenty, prospective sellers who can affort to wait, usually opt to list after the holidays.

So, why should this year be different? 

Here are the reasons anyone who can list his or her home for sale now shouldn't wait until after the holidays.

First, the San Antonio area residential realty market is currently exceptionally active for the late fall home selling season. 

Second, the inventory of homes for sale is presently very very low. 

Third, because there are so many buyers looking at so few homes for sale, the market is frustrating buyers and favoring sellers.

Fourth, it's likely the majority of prospective sellers now waiting out the holidays will dump their homes on the market soon after the first of next year.

So, our recommendation is for prospective home sellers to get ahead of the crowd now instead of waiting for a time when there will be more homes on the market and competition for buyers will have become fierce.

We know how to best market your residential property. For the best home selling advice and assistance, visit our website at sanantoniohomequest.com  or call Stephanie Kelley at (210) 867-8743 or Randy Kelley at (210) 863-2661.   

Stephanie & Randy Kelley

Realtors®

sanantoniohomequest.com

Keller Williams Lecacy

San Antonio, Texas 78258

Steven Gragg Broker



Home Sales in San Antonio Took Off In October 2012

In the News From The Desk of Steven Gragg, Broker, Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio

1. Unemployment drops in 37 states during October, the latest indication the job market is slowly recovering.  Texas and California added the most jobs in October.
2. Home sales in San Antonio took off in October.  Low interest rates and strong consumer confidence continues to the main drivers pushing up the San Antonio housing market.  Sales were up 20% over October laster year.  The median price for homes on the market in October was $159,500 - up 4% from last year.  The average sales price was $195,59a.  Year-to-date, sales are up 10.5% and the inventory of available homes for sale is about 6 months.  First time homebuyers made up 39% of sales - an increase of 2% over last year.
3. The latest job creation report shows growth both in San Antonio and the state of Texas.  October saw a record number of jobs in SA at 886,600,  with unemployment at 6.1%, Texas 6.6% and U.S. 7.9%.

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Randy & Stephanie Kelley
Realtors®
Keller Williams Legacy(800) 201-9145
(210) 867-8743 (Stephanie)
(210) 863-2661 (Randy)

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San Antonio, Texas, Mortgage News

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NOW, HERE’S THE LATEST NEWS EXTRACT  FROM MIKE CLOVER’S WEEKLY MORTGAGE NEWSLETTER FOR THE WEEK OF 11 NOVEMBER 2012.

MORTGAGE MARKET COMMENTARY:

Mortgage rates barely wiggled around last week, even as stock markets moved significantly.  While the knee-jerk reaction was to blame the election for the stock markets’ declines, the more likely reason is the impending “fiscal cliff.”  Even with money flowing into bond markets, mortgage rates moved very little.  Beyond the election and the aftermath of Sandy, there was little economic news to influence mortgage rates to any meaningful degree.

Retail sales and industrial production are the dominant economic reports due this week.  It is likely that they will confirm that we are continuing this seemingly endless mode of slow growth.  Rates and stock markets are more likely to be influenced, in coming weeks, by the discussions in Washington regarding the fiscal cliff.  The more likely it looks that partisan politics will scuttle a deal, the more likely rates will continue trending downward.  Likewise, if we see growing hope of a deal, which is very likely needed to avoid another recession, then rates may start ticking upward.

HOUSING MARKET IMPROVING IN MORE METRO AREAS:

Last week, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and First American released their monthly Improving Markets Index.  Twenty-two more metro areas were added to the list.  To be included, the metro areas had to show at least six consecutive months of posted gains in housing permits, employment, and home prices.  125 metro areas are now listed as “improving.”  In November 2011, there were only thirty metro areas on the list.

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Now, here’s one of the best Thanksgiving Day Restaurant options for 2012 for North San Antonio and the Bulverde area.
 
Dear Friends,

We are now taking reservations for our Thanksgiving Day Dinner! We will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on November 22, and serving a traditional Thanksgiving feast with a gourmet twist. Click here to view our menu. Bon Appétit,

Chef Mike

PS - Don't forget to book your holiday party with Mike's in the Village! Parties can be held in a private room at the restaurant or catered at your own event.   

San Antonio Texas Homes For Sale News

San Antonio, Texas , Homes For Sale News, From Steven Gragg, Broker, Keller Williams Legacy:

1. Home prices surge.  It’s a measure of U.S. home market recovery as prices jumped 5% in Sept. compared with a year ago. The largest year over year increase since July ’06.
2. Homebuilder starts in San Antonio  are up for the 5^th straight quarter. During the third quarter starts were up 24% over last year and year-to-date up 14%.

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Texas Shifts To Home Seller’s Market

Nov. 8, 2012

According to the recent Texas Quarterly Housing Report from the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, during the 3d Quarter of 2012, the statewideTexas residential real estate market shifted into the seller’s market category.  That means, on the average, the market favors home sellers when it comes to negotiating price, terms, and conditions for selling their residential property.

If you’re looking to buy or sell a San Antonio area home, please visit us at sanantoniohomequest.com for the most reliable residential realty advice and assistance.  Randy Kelley, Realtor, Keller Williams Legacy, (210) 863-2661

November 2012 San Antonio Homes For Sale Report

This year, San Antonio is experiencing a very unique November residential realty market.

Typically, San Antonio area home sales activity cools down with the fall season. It's to be expected because San Antonio's realty market usually runs in a predictable seasonal cycle. The lowest sales month is January, the higher sales season kicks off in March and peaks in June, and, after school starts in August, the market draws down in a leisurely fashion through the fall and early winter months.

So, what's happening this November? 

Driven by low mortgage interest rates and the area's booming economy, Alamo City area home sales have continued at a remarkable pace well into the usual low season.

The effect is a decrease in the homes for sale inventory, increases in average list and sales price, and some sellers receiving multiple simultaneous offers for their homes. 

The bottom line - it's a strong seller's market.
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Barring unforeseen factors, during this late fall and early winter, it seems unlikely that San Antonio's realty market will fade much, if at all. Consequently, home owners contemplating putting their homes on the market should act sooner than later. On the other hand, buyers can expect to find fewer homes to pick from and less flexible sellers when the time comes to negotiate price, terms, and conditions.

As proof, here are the important market indicators for single family detached homes as of 5 November 2012.

There are 9462 active listings, compared to 10771 one year ago. As mentioned, the inventory is exceptionally low and decreasing very rapidly. That's a good sign for home sellers.

The average sales price for the most recent closings is $197,684, compared to last year's $181,887. The increase in average sales price is reflective of a strong market and the relative scarcity of homes for sale. That's also a good sign for sellers.

Average cumulative-days-on-the-market (CDOM) for the most recent sales is 119 compared to 146 last year. For the time being, CDOM data is positive for sellers.

In summary, industry analysts see these data as reflecting a residential sales market that strongly favors sellers over buyers. Nonetheless, buyers shouldn't be discouraged because interest rates are low and quality San Antonio homes remain highly affordable and a real bargain compared to homes in other large cities.

That's all for our November 2012 San Antonio residential realty market report. We encourage reader questions, comments, and suggestions for making this monthly report more relevant and informative.

Wishing you a safe and happy Veterans Day and Thanksgiving holiday, we're Stephanie and Randy Kelley, Realtors® at Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio, Texas. 

If you have questions, need San Antonio area realty or mortgage loan advice or assistance, or just want to chat a bit about the wonderful Alamo City, please call us at 
(210) 863-2661 or (210) 867-8743, or email us at swkrealtor@aol.com or kelleybus@aol.com.

Our sanantoniohomequest.com Realty Solutions Team is always ready to help you with your home buying and selling needs. 

8 October 2012 San Antonio Homes For Sale News

Here's your 8 October 2012 San Antonio Homes For Sale News.

According to a recent press release from the San Antonio Board of Realtors®  (SABOR), September 2012 home sales are up in the San Antonio area.  Dropping mortgage rates are cited as the main reason for a 7 percent increase in September sales when compared to September 2011.

Average and median home sale prices have also increased 2 percent from last year.

Citing the press release, "From January through September, 15,175 homes have sold, campared to to the same perion in 2011 where only 13,861 homes were sold.  In addition, last month closed with 9,685 active listings and 1,378 pending sales." 

Industry analysts see 9,685 homes for sale to be an unusually low inventory for San Antonio for this time of the year.

For more information, see the press release at  http://www.sabor.com/images/stories/mls/0912stat-release.pdf

If you're looking to buy or sell a San Antonio area home, contact Randy Kelley (210) 863-2661 or Stephanie Kelley (210) 863-2661.  The Kelleys are members of the sanantoniohomequest.com Realty Solutions Team, Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio, Texas.  With over 30 years of combined real estate marketing and buyer representation experience, the Kelleys offer you the very best of San Antonio realty services.



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October 2012 San Antonio Residential Real Estate Market Report

It's remarkable.

October 2012 finds the San Antonio area to have one of the brightest and busiest large metropolitan realty markets in the United States.

According to a press release from San Antonio Board of Realtors® (SABOR), the Alamo City and surrounding communities experienced a late summer residential "buying spree" that could possibly extend into what is usually the slower fall home sales season.

According to Liza Reyes, SABOR Chairman of the Board, the August 2012 sales figures are remarkable in that they are the highest for both the year and the last four years.

Why? Quoting Ms. Reyes, " Mortgage interest rates have been at record lows this year and the majority of homes are selling for their list prices, making it a prime market for both buyers and sellers."

The only potential downside is an unusually low inventory of homes for sale, portending the possibility of an extended strong seller's market until listings pick up in late winter and spring.

Here are the important market indicators for single family detached home sales as of 9 October 2012.

There are 9697 active listings, compared to 10962 one year ago. As mentioned, the inventory is exceptionally low and decreasing very rapidly. That's a good sign for home sellers.

The average sales price for the most recent closings is $192,827, compared to last year's $190,238. The increase in average sales price is reflective of market strength and the relative scarcity of homes for sale. That's also a good sign for sellers.

Average cumulate-days-on-the-market (CDOM) for the most recent sales is 112 compared to 133 last year. For the time being, CDOM data is positive for sellers.

Industry analysts see these data as reflecting a residential sales market that favors sellers over buyers. Nonetheless, buyers shouldn't be discouraged because interest rates are low and quality San Antonio homes remain highly affordable and a real bargain compared to homes in other large cities.

That's all for our October 2012 San Antonio residential realty market report. We encourage reader questions, comments, and suggestions for making this monthly report more relevant and informative.

We're Stephanie and Randy Kelley, Realtors® at Keller Williams Legacy, San Antonio, Texas. If you have questions, need San Antonio area realty or mortgage loan advice or assistance, or just want to chat a bit about the wonderful Alamo City, please call us at
(210) 863-2661 or (210) 867-8743, or email us at swkrealtor@aol.com or kelleybus@aol.com.

Our sanantoniohomequest.com Realty Solutions Team is always ready to help you with your home buying and selling needs.