San Antonio Condo Sales on the rise, TAR reports!

San Antonio may have been a bit behind the condominium trend, but it appears we may be making up for lost time, according to the 2013 Texas Condominium Sales Report released by the Texas Association of Realtors (TAR).

Using data from the The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, TAR reports that between January 2013 and September 2013, 469 condominiums were sold in San Antonio. That figure marks a 18 percent increase from the number of condos sold over the same period of time in 2012.

At present, condominiums in San Antonio are spending an average of 113 days on the market — a 23 percent decline from the average posted a year ago.

The average price of a condominium in San Antonio as of September 2013 was $159,776 — an 11 percent jump from the average price posted in 2012.
The San Antonio snapshot is representative of the rising trend in condominium sales throughout Texas’ major metros.

“All types of housing are in demand in Texas,” says TAR Chairman Shad Bogany. “Given the rapid job and population growth across Texas’ major metro areas as well as our state’s shrinking housing inventory, it’s no surprise condo sales are playing an increasingly important role in the Texas housing market.”

The rising tide of condo sales in San Antonio is particularly significant, given that homebuyers here have been slow to embrace the concept.

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By: Tricia Lynn Silva

Eight Tips for Moving into a New Home

We understand that moving to a new home is exciting and it can also be an extremely
rewarding experience with careful planning. Whether you want to be closer to work or
play or you’re simply ready for a superior new home in the perfect San Antonio location,
TRG offers you the assistance to find the perfect retreat you’ve been looking for.  
We have the experts to help you create your dream home and the tips you need to prepare
for moving into it. We’ve shared our top eight to help make your next move as seamless
as possible.

Eight Tips for Moving into a New Home

1 Create a moving check list – Moving into a new home takes a lot of preparation. Ensure a smooth transition by developing a check list of what you need to accomplish at least two months prior to your move in date. Your list should include important steps like deciding on a moving company, selecting new furniture, contacting utility companies, banks, and schools and when to start packing. 2 Make a plan and map it out - Your new home will likely have a different layout as you’ve made the choice to build a new home in the style you want. Whether you’re buying new furniture or moving furniture from your current home, create a map of each room in your new home to make optimal use of furniture, decorations, window treatments and open spaces. 3 Create openness – when arranging your furniture in each room, make sure you do not block doors or walkways, or cover windows with elaborate window treatments. The more you can see through and around a room the bigger it will feel. 4 Go green – A new home offers the perfect opportunity to add energy efficient appliances to create a stylish and environmentally friendly living space. Plus, with the range of appliance available in different sizes and finishes, you can make green fit your lifestyle. 5 Keep it simple – Clear away the clutter before you move into your new home. This is your dream home and it’s your palette to create the living space you’ve always wanted. Make your new home as inviting as possible by using smart space design. 6 Make it bright – A well lit room with either natural or full spectrum bulbs coupled with soft wall colors creates a more spacious and open living space. Work with your new home designer to create a warm and inviting environment that you and your family will love. 7 Get the latest technology – New homes offer the opportunity to incorporate the latest technology, including home automation for everything from setting the alarm on the security system to turning on the AC. Plus, with a new home it’s easy to go wireless throughout the home for your computer(s), phone (s), music and more. 8 Landscape for your growing zone – Your outdoor living space and yard are an important part of why you chose your new home. Work with a professional landscaper or research your growing zone and decide on the type of plants and level of maintenance you want to undertake as part of your move in plan. Contact us TODAY to help you start your NEW HOME SEARCH!!