Blog

The beautiful city of San Antonio has much to offer, from its picturesque neighborhoods to its affordable housing market. Of course, if you’re a newcomer to this city, you may be so focused on getting settled that you don’t have time to explore.Read More...

Digital curb appeal (making sure your listing looks amazing online) is arguably the most important thing when it comes to selling your home quickly and making the most from it. Statistically, nearly everyone finds a home online. Home sellers need to do their part to make sure potential buyers don’t swipe by the listing.Read More...

If you’ve been born between 1982 and 1996, chances are that you might be referred to as a millennial. A millennial is a term used to describe this generation of people, who currently represent as much as 42% of the current homebuyers in the United States. Every generation is slightly different in terms of their core values, goals, and desires so learning what appeals to millennials is crucial if you want to attract millennial home buyers and secure a great sale on your property. Here are 5 key things that millennials look for in potential home purchases, so that you can make sure that your pad fits the bill. Read More...

Ready to get on the property ladder? Congratulations! Becoming a homeowner is a life-changing event and could open up a world of opportunities to you in the future. Buying a home is also likely to be the most significant purchase that you make during your lifetime, so preparation is essential to make sure that you are investing your money wisely, can afford the cost of your mortgage, and aren’t paying out unnecessarily. With a little groundwork, you can avoid many of the traps that can befall first time buyers. You could even save a few dollars too! Read More...

Here’s what you need to know about preparing to buy a home in 2020. Read More...

When you’re selling your home in Texas the first handful of days after accepting an offer is called the option period.   This is usually a period of 5-10 days (negotiable) that the buyer can terminate the contract for any reason they’d like. Read More...

If you are thinking about buying a home but currently holding back you are likely missing out on some great opportunity.  Read More...

Home values are a crucial factor whether you’re buying or selling. Even if you’re not planning on moving immediately but are hoping to boost an appraisal, curb appeal is a key element. Read More...

The loss of a spouse is overwhelming in more ways than one. In addition to coping with the devastating grief of losing a longtime spouse, widowed seniors must grapple with all the ways their finances change when their household shrinks to oneRead More...

At Roadrunner, we want to help you take the guesswork out of the market in San Antonio, Texas. We believe that our team can help you get your home at a great deal, or sell your home for top dollar.Read More...

Homeownership is the ultimate American Dream, but it comes at a high cost. In today’s economic climate, homes rarely sit on the market more than a month before some deep-pocketed investor swoops in to nab the most lucrative turnkeys.Read More...

If you are looking to sell your home, you want to be sure that you can get top dollar for it. Not only will that put more cash in your pocket, but potentially it will give you more to play with when it comes to obtaining a replacement property. Read More...

A decrease in mobility and coordination is a natural part of aging. Many senior individuals are required to find a new home due to physical limitations. You can ensure your future comfort and prepare for these changes in advance by downsizing to a smaller and more manageable space that requires less upkeep. Making the move while you’re still feeling fit is advisable as transitioning gets more difficult once you’re older. Let the advice...Read More...

Exclusive, private, limited, small, and convenient. These are the first 5 words that come to mind when describing one of the newest neighborhoods in San Antonio. How many neighborhoods have you visited recently that you’d describe this way? My guess is not many.Read More...

There may be more time for home buyers (and sellers) to take advantage of low interest rates. US Federal Reserve pauses interest rate hikes due to quickly changing economic factors.Read More...

An agent is an exceptionally valuable commodity when it comes to selling your home. Not only can they list your property on the MLS and help generate interest on your home sale, but they can also help you choose a competitive but fair selling price, show people around your home and help you to negotiate that all-important sale on your behalf. These are just a few of the important services your agent can offer that will help take much of the stress and strain out the sale process.Read More...

Whether you’re an everyday Bob Vila or hammers and screwdrivers make you nervous, chances are there are some simple do-it-yourself home repairs you can easily master. You don’t want to have to call a handyman every time you need to fix something basic around the house — be the handyman (or handywoman) yourself! Not only will this make you feel accomplished, but you’ll save money in the long run. Here are some fixes you should know about. Read More...

Whether you are looking at selling your own home or purchasing a new one, determining the estimated market value of the property you are selling or considering buying is essential. From a selling point of view, it helps you to market your pad at an appropriate price so that you can hopefully achieve what it is worth without selling it short. However, if you are in a position where you need to sell quickly, it also enables you to price it competitively so that you can secure an offer and move through the process at the speed you need. From a buying point of view, it is crucial to know the value of the home you are hoping to buy to ensure that you don’t end up paying more than it is worth. Doing so could potentially leave you in negative equity.Read More...

While there is absolutely no doubt that a realtor is worth their weight in gold, many people wonder if there is a way around paying out such a high percentage in commission. Fortunately, there is. You could consider hiring a flat fee realtor and potentially save yourself thousands of dollars on your property sale.Read More...

If you are getting ready to buy your first home – congratulations! This is the biggest purchase you are likely to make in your lifetime and one that is a significant investment in the stability of your future. However, to make sure that you get the best deal, you should never just offer the asking price for your dream home. By negotiating a little, you could save hundreds or even thousands of dollars which you can then put towards furnishing your new home. Even if you are already on the property ladder, negotiating can still save you some all-important funds. To help you with your property purchase, here are some negotiating tips that every home buyer must know. Read More...

A full-service flat-fee realtor can provide everything that you need to achieve top dollar for your property with a fully comprehensive package that covers every aspect that is essential for a successful real estate transaction.Read More...

If you are considering selling your home, you may have been tracking home values of similar properties in your neighborhood for a while to help you determine the best time to put yours on the market. You may not have seen any massive fluctuations within the last 12 months, but if you look back further, you will probably come across a pattern of rising and falling home values. So, what exactly causes home values to go up and down? Read on to find out more. Read More...

There are many things which we may think we can do to tell us the approximate value of our home, but all too often these estimates aren’t an actual representation of how much our property is worth. Here is what you need to know about how not to establish the worth of your home, and what you should do to secure a fair and accurate valuation. Read More...