Lisa Marie Contaldi

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Why Choose Lisa Marie?

What's the secret to selling homes? I have sold 100's of homes and continue to research 1000 of properties daily to stay abreast of inventory to educate buyers and sellers in locating and managing one of life's most important investments! Our Brand gives you the edge by exposing your property to our vast network of purchasers and agents across the country.  We employ all types of social media content and include open house events, professional photography, video and luxury marketing resources.

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Mike & Kathrina G.

Lisa Marie is well versed in the world of real estate. Her expertise assists in navigating through the intricacies of selling our home by presenting a thorough market analysis, advise us on how to properly stage a home, putting...
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Stephanie F.

From the get-go, Lisa Marie showed professionalism and enthusiasm. Despite the few hurdles to jump with selling our old townhouse, she stuck it out, knocked down the walls, and went above and beyond for us. We were so impressed...
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Craig & Fiamma R.

She worked with my wife and me to select a house with very specific criteria (near my SIL, 3 bedrooms, affordable). When we had the house in mind, she worked with Excel Inspections to give us a great report for pricing and sele...
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Ali P.

We had a fantastic experience working with Lisa-Marie. She's very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about the area. My wife and I flew in from CA to look at properties in the Austin area, and she was able to show us ar...
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Joe O.

Lisa Marie helped me find a condo for my son. We looked all over Austin and she was determined to find the best condo that my son would be happy with. After several weeks we found one that he really wanted. The current owner wa...
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Elyse L.

Lisa Marie is a phenomenal realtor! I love her ‘go get it’ attitude and her attention to detail. She stops at nothing to get the job done and to get It done right! She is passionate about helping her clients and is completely d...
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Coryna M.

The best realtor I've ever met! We were interested in finding a house in NW Austin and she was the perfect person to find since is very knowledgeable about the Austin area and knows a lot of details about the builder companies ...
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Michael M.

Lisa-Marie had a buyer for my house in 2 weeks that had been on the market for 6 months with a nationally known real estate firm. I can not give her high enough praises. She was totally on top of everything and was always avail...
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What You Really Need To Know About Home Price Headlines
Home Prices

What You Really Need To Know About Home Price Headlines

According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re one of the people worried about that, here’s what you need to know...
KCM Crew | April 22, 2024
Myths About the 2024 Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
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Myths About the 2024 Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsWhen it comes to the current housing market, there are some myths circling around right now. Some of the more common ones are that it’s better to wait for mortgage rates to...
KCM Crew | April 19, 2024
Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?
For Buyers

Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?

Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting t...
KCM Crew | April 18, 2024
Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now?
For Buyers

Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now?

You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home. And while that may be true in some markets if you just look at typic...
KCM Crew | April 17, 2024
Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?
For Sellers

Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?

If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action. Here’s some information that could he...
KCM Crew | April 16, 2024
Ways To Use Your Tax Refund If You Want To Buy a Home
For Buyers

Ways To Use Your Tax Refund If You Want To Buy a Home

Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a number of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But did you also know your tax refund c...
KCM Crew | April 15, 2024
The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers

The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsIf you’re about to retire, or just did, downsizing can be a good way to try to cut down on some of your expenses.Smaller homes typically have lower energy and maintenance c...
KCM Crew | April 12, 2024
Builders Are Building Smaller Homes
For Buyers

Builders Are Building Smaller Homes

There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But ther...
KCM Crew | April 11, 2024
Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?
For Sellers

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?

When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage ra...
KCM Crew | April 10, 2024
Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?
For Sellers

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?

When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage ra...
KCM Crew | April 10, 2024
The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home
For Buyers

The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home

You may have heard headlines in the news lately about agents in the real estate industry and discussions about their commissions. And if you’re following along, it can be pretty confusing...
KCM Crew | April 9, 2024
The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home
For Buyers

The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home

You may have heard headlines in the news lately about agents in the real estate industry and discussions about their commissions. And if you’re following along, it can be pretty confusing...
KCM Crew | April 9, 2024
Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans
For Buyers

Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans

If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy...
KCM Crew | April 8, 2024
Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans
For Buyers

Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans

If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy...
KCM Crew | April 8, 2024
Top 5 Reasons To Hire an Agent When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Buyers

Top 5 Reasons To Hire an Agent When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsHiring an agent when buying a home helps you understand the buying process and the local market.They’ll also go over contracts and fine print with you, so you understand wh...
KCM Crew | April 5, 2024
Top 5 Reasons To Hire an Agent When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Buyers

Top 5 Reasons To Hire an Agent When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsHiring an agent when buying a home helps you understand the buying process and the local market.They’ll also go over contracts and fine print with you, so you understand wh...
KCM Crew | April 5, 2024
Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami

Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami

Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to...
KCM Crew | April 4, 2024
Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami
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Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami

Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to...
KCM Crew | April 4, 2024
Newly Built Homes Could Be a Game Changer This Spring
For Buyers

Newly Built Homes Could Be a Game Changer This Spring

Buying a home this spring? You’re probably navigating today’s affordability challenges and dealing with the limited number of homes for sale. But, what if there was a solution that could ...
KCM Crew | April 3, 2024
Newly Built Homes Could Be a Game Changer This Spring
For Buyers

Newly Built Homes Could Be a Game Changer This Spring

Buying a home this spring? You’re probably navigating today’s affordability challenges and dealing with the limited number of homes for sale. But, what if there was a solution that could ...
KCM Crew | April 3, 2024
Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You
For Sellers

Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You

If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for...
KCM Crew | April 2, 2024
Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You
For Sellers

Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You

If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for...
KCM Crew | April 2, 2024
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here
For Sellers

The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here

Are you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is just around the corner.A rece...
KCM Crew | April 1, 2024
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here
For Sellers

The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here

Are you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is just around the corner.A rece...
KCM Crew | April 1, 2024
Outdoor Projects Can Boost Curb Appeal When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers

Outdoor Projects Can Boost Curb Appeal When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsIn real estate, a good first impression is key. If the outside of a house looks welcoming, more people will want to come in and see it.Your agent helps you by giving advice...
KCM Crew | March 29, 2024
Is It Easier To Find a Home To Buy Now?
For Buyers

Is It Easier To Find a Home To Buy Now?

One of the biggest hurdles buyers have faced over the past few years has been a lack of homes available for sale. But that’s starting to change.The graph below uses the latest data from R...
KCM Crew | March 28, 2024
Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership
For Buyers

Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership

In today's housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 19% of all homebuyers are single women, w...
KCM Crew | March 27, 2024
What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?
Interest Rates

What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?

Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates. Maybe you’d previously heard there were going to be cuts this year that would bring rates down. That refers to the...
KCM Crew | March 26, 2024
What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs
For Buyers

What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs

Before making the decision to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you're busy saving for the down payment, don't forget you’ll want to pr...
KCM Crew | March 25, 2024
3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Buyers

3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsTrying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes for sale, these tips can help.Look into homebuyer programs, expand...
KCM Crew | March 22, 2024
What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?
For Buyers

What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?

If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate today’s market. If so, he...
KCM Crew | March 21, 2024
Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?
For Buyers

Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?

Thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision for you, but here's some information that can help you decide.What’...
KCM Crew | March 20, 2024
Homeowners Today Have Options To Avoid Foreclosure
Foreclosures

Homeowners Today Have Options To Avoid Foreclosure

Even with the latest data coming in, the experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis like the one we saw back in 2008. While headlines may be calling attention to ...
KCM Crew | March 19, 2024
4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home
For Buyers

4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home

Are you thinking about buying a home soon? If so, you should know today’s market is competitive in many areas because the number of homes for sale is still low – and that’s leading to mul...
KCM Crew | March 18, 2024
The Latest Trends in Housing [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers

The Latest Trends in Housing [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsWith the number of new listings going up and average days on market going down, buyers may have more options, but will still want to move fast.For sellers, inventory is sti...
KCM Crew | March 15, 2024
Why Today’s Seller’s Market Is Good for Your Bottom Line
For Sellers

Why Today’s Seller’s Market Is Good for Your Bottom Line

Thinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do it? Here’s what you need to know. Even though the number of homes for sale has been growing this year, there sti...
KCM Crew | March 14, 2024
Your Home Is a Powerful Investment
For Buyers

Your Home Is a Powerful Investment

Going into 2023, there was a lot of talk about a possible recession that would cause the housing market to crash. Some in the media were even forecasting home prices would drop by as much...
KCM Crew | March 13, 2024
What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?
For Buyers

What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last y...
KCM Crew | March 12, 2024
Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper
For Buyers

Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper

If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some upd...
KCM Crew | March 11, 2024
The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers

The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsWondering if now’s a good time to sell your house? Based on how many homes are on the market, there are two big reasons why this spring is looking so good for sellers.Thank...
KCM Crew | March 8, 2024
The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire
For Buyers

The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire

If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. One long-standing, popular way to do that is by downsizing to a smaller home.When y...
KCM Crew | March 7, 2024
Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House
For Sellers

Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House

If you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about how much access you want to give buyers. And you may not realize j...
KCM Crew | March 6, 2024
Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market
Foreclosures

Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market

There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a repeat of what we saw back in 2008. Here’s a look at the latest exper...
KCM Crew | March 5, 2024
What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home
For Buyers

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home

If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typical...
KCM Crew | March 4, 2024
The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Buyers

The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsIf you’re looking to buy a home in 2024, getting pre-approved is a key piece of the puzzle. Mortgage pre-approval means a lender checks your finances and decides how much y...
KCM Crew | March 1, 2024
Why We Aren't Headed for a Housing Crash
Pricing

Why We Aren't Headed for a Housing Crash

If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Ins...
KCM Crew | February 29, 2024
Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move
For Buyers

Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move

No matter how you slice it, buying or selling a home is a big decision. And when you’re going through any change in your life and you need some guidance, what do you do? You get advice fr...
KCM Crew | February 28, 2024
Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers
For Sellers

Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. And if you look at the current number of homes for sale, you’ll see two reasons why.An article fr...
KCM Crew | February 27, 2024
The Truth About Down Payments
For Buyers

The Truth About Down Payments

If you’re planning to buy your first home, saving up for all the costs involved can feel daunting, especially when it comes to the down payment. That might be because you’ve heard you nee...
KCM Crew | February 26, 2024
How Changing Mortgage Rates Impact You [INFOGRAPHIC]
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How Changing Mortgage Rates Impact You [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some HighlightsIf you’re looking to buy a home, it’s important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month.That’s because even a small change ...
KCM Crew | February 23, 2024
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Lisa Marie Contaldi

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(512) 784-5111

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1122 Colorado Street, #200 Austin, TX 78701

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