Units for Sale:
Mar. 8 - Mar. 14, 2009
(compared to the same week in 2008)
New listings down this week 18.41%
Pendings are down 16.47%
Solds down 29.34%
As for Average Prices:
Mar. 8 - Mar. 14, 2009
Sold average sales prices increased less than 3.02% to $240,861. In 2008 it was $233,794 for the same week.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Monday, March 16, 2009
Tips to Avoid Identity Theft
Obviously this title doesn't suggest anything having to do directly with Austin Real Estate...however, after reading the article below I did think it prudent to share the information. I had no idea that this kind of theft has become the crime 'winner'. I suppose though having your credit identity hacked and torn apart does directly effect your potential real estate transactions. Take a few tips from this article:
Identity theft is now passing drug trafficking as the number one crime in the nation–with more than 15 million victims every year. Rather than lie awake at night worrying and wondering if your identity has been stolen, you can actually take a simple step to protect yourself...it's called a credit freeze (or, sometimes, a security freeze).
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, about 1.6 million households have experienced some form of theft when it comes to their financial accounts. Here are some important tips for keeping your information safe and sound:
Just the Facts. Don't give unnecessary information like your date of birth and income level when you're filling out things like warranty cards or supermarket club cards. Share only what's really necessary in every situation.
Navigating the Net. Never post your address or your full date of birth on any social networking sites because both are pieces of information needed to steal your identity.
Searching for a Job? Never give a potential employer your Social Security number on an Internet job site. Also, thoroughly read the privacy policies of any online job boards to make sure they won't sell your information.
Safe Keeping. Never keep your Social Security number in your wallet, glove compartment, or any other easy-to-access place. Also, never have it printed on your checks or use it as your password.
Shred 'Em. Remember, when you're ready to get rid of old documents that contain important information, shred them with a cross cut shredder.
Protect Your Mail. If you have to mail something that contains sensitive information, use a secure mailbox (not the one at the end of your driveway).
The bottom line is this: When it comes to your personal information, share it on a need-to-know basis only!
Identity theft is now passing drug trafficking as the number one crime in the nation–with more than 15 million victims every year. Rather than lie awake at night worrying and wondering if your identity has been stolen, you can actually take a simple step to protect yourself...it's called a credit freeze (or, sometimes, a security freeze).
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, about 1.6 million households have experienced some form of theft when it comes to their financial accounts. Here are some important tips for keeping your information safe and sound:
Just the Facts. Don't give unnecessary information like your date of birth and income level when you're filling out things like warranty cards or supermarket club cards. Share only what's really necessary in every situation.
Navigating the Net. Never post your address or your full date of birth on any social networking sites because both are pieces of information needed to steal your identity.
Searching for a Job? Never give a potential employer your Social Security number on an Internet job site. Also, thoroughly read the privacy policies of any online job boards to make sure they won't sell your information.
Safe Keeping. Never keep your Social Security number in your wallet, glove compartment, or any other easy-to-access place. Also, never have it printed on your checks or use it as your password.
Shred 'Em. Remember, when you're ready to get rid of old documents that contain important information, shred them with a cross cut shredder.
Protect Your Mail. If you have to mail something that contains sensitive information, use a secure mailbox (not the one at the end of your driveway).
The bottom line is this: When it comes to your personal information, share it on a need-to-know basis only!
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