01 Mar 2025
Home-Related Tax Deductions
Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings! You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on...
Carissa Blazek Washbourne, Broker of Own Texas Property, a true austinite, has been meeting & exceeding the real estate needs of clients since 2005. Specializing in residential, Carissa’s career began with selling new home construction & resale homes. Carissa was one of DR Horton's top selling producers & continues to sell many new homes in Austin and surrounding areas. Whether you are buying or selling you will have a real estate professional who responds with speed, knowledge, & makes an extra effort to meet your needs.
Serving Austin, Cedar Park, Leander, & other surrounding areas she has a wealth of experience and knowledge gained over 15 years with all types of home and land sales, benefiting all her clients. She works with first time home buyers, new home construction, investors &1031 Exchanges, raw land, and more. She is attentive, authentic, prompt, and committed with helping her clients achieve their goals.
01 Mar 2025
Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings! You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on...
01 Feb 2025
Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have? Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem...
01 Jan 2025
Experts Predict Home Values to Increase 1.5% to 3.6% in 2025. Top housing experts and economists give a glimpse of what mortgage rates, home values and the national real estate market will do in...
09 Dec 2024
The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel...
01 Dec 2024
The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel...
01 Nov 2024
For many homebuyers, multigenerational living used to be considered an option of last resort: it was a route families took only when they needed to ride out a financial storm or care for ailing...
01 Oct 2024
Selling your home quickly and at the right price takes more than just listing it online. To draw in potential buyers and secure top offers, your home needs to stand out. That’s where home...
02 Sep 2024
A recent survey found that more than half (52%) of American homeowners have a renovation project planned this year.1 If you’re among them, you know that embarking on home improvements can be both exciting...
01 Aug 2024
With home prices and rates still relatively high, securing a mortgage can feel daunting––even to the most experienced borrowers. But don’t let that deter you: If other homebuyers’ experiences are any indication, odds are...
01 Jul 2024
Whether you’re putting your home on the market in a few weeks or a few years, strategic upgrades can make all the difference. But you don’t have to embark on a major remodel to...
Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 2,104 sqft
As an experienced real estate agent with a wealth of marketing expertise, I am excited to present to you this stunning home in the desirable Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Located at 3753 Rams Horn Way,...
Sold | 4 BR | 3 BA | 2,754 sqft
Welcome home to 2633 Shumard Bluff, located in the desirable neighborhood of The Bluffs at Crystal Falls! This four-bedroom, three-bathroom gem was designed to provide comfort and peacefulness in every room. Step inside and...
Sold | 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,068 sqft
Welcome to Cat Hollow Condominium – conveniently located near several hike/bike/dog walking trails, shopping, restaurants, a LA Fitness gym, post office and even medical/hospital facilities within 2 miles! Located at 16100 S. Great Oaks...
Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,791 sqft
Welcome to 6801 Caterina Cove, a beautiful traditional home located in the Siena neighborhood! This 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom, 1,791 sq. ft home offers plenty for potential homeowners to be excited about. As...
Sold | 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,659 sqft
Gorgeous Gehan Magnolia 2 story beauty showcases many details: 3 bed, plus study, 2.5 baths plus gameroom/flex space. Light & Bright open kitchen w/ large center island, treska solid white counters, subway tile back...
Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,420 sqft
Adorable single-story D.R. Horton home in Cedar Grove offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This open plan is perfect for entertaining. The spacious kitchen features a center island/breakfast bar, granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless...
Sold | 4 BR | 4 BA | 3,100 sqft
Gorgeous “New” custom contemporary style two story beauty on nearly half an acre lot, showcases many details. Open kitchen w/large center island, waterfall edge, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, double ovens with kitchen opening...