Read Robbie English's Blog Articles

The Northwest Austin Real Estate Market: What Buyers and Sellers Should Know

Northwest Austin is where I actually live, so I've watched this market up close for a long time, not just from a spreadsheet. It's a genuinely different animal from the outer suburbs, closer to major employers, more established, and priced accordingly, but with real variation depending on exactly wh

Is Northwest Austin a Good Place to Raise a Family?

  When somebody on Reddit asks whether Northwest Austin is a good place to raise a family, the honest answer is usually, “It depends on what your family needs.” That may not be the quick yes-or-no answer folks are hoping for, but choosing a neighborhood deserves more thought than picking the place w

Can I Negotiate the Price Down on a Northwest Austin Home? As Asked On Reddit

  One of the most common questions buyers ask online is, “Can I negotiate the price down on a home in Northwest Austin?” The honest answer is yes, you can negotiate, but whether the seller accepts a lower price depends on far more than simply choosing a number below the list price. Negotiation in re

Why Northwest Austin Is One of the Safest Long-Term Investments in Austin

If you've been wondering where to put your money when buying your next home, you've probably searched for the best investment neighborhoods in Austin. I believe that question deserves more than a quick answer because buying a home is about much more than today's price. It is about tomorrow's opportu