New e-Book Exposes Expensive Pitfalls Facing Homebuyers in Austin, Texas

Austin, TX, July 12, 2014 (Newswire.com) - Mineral rights, option fees, buried city dumps, flood zones, shifting soils—these all matter to smart home shoppers. How to Buy a House in Austin, Texas . . . without getting screwed! by Kathleen MacKenzie, owner/broker of MacKenzie Realty, reveals 12 secrets every person should follow, when purchasing housing in Austin, Texas. The book, targeting newcomers relocating from other areas of the country, shows how to avoid the pitfalls and save potentially thousands of dollars. The book, released Tuesday by Wizard of Words, is available through www.Amazon.com.

Austin is different than anywhere else, and for newcomers, it is hard knowing what to ask and where to find the information. Through her years of experience, Ms. MacKenzie has intimate knowledge of Austin and its real estate market. She wrote this book to help reduce people's stress levels and save them money. This book gives pertinent local information, covers the home-buying process from start to finish, explains Texas real estate terms, answers questions with links to further information and maps, and gives money-saving tips not found anywhere else.

About Author

Kathleen MacKenzie is a seasoned REALTOR professional and owner/broker of MacKenzie Realty. After earning her house staging and feng shui certifications, she developed MCE classes, earned her MCE and CORE instructor certifications and has taught real estate classes throughout the state. Her students suggested she write books to share her knowledge and How to Buy a House in Austin, Texas . . . without getting screwed! is her fifth book.

Contact Information:

Wizard of Words

P.O. Box 4836, Lago Vista, TX 78645

858-729-8765

www.Wizard-of-Words.com

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