Hi everyone.
I'm an Aussie
living at the moment in Moscow, hoping to buy a house in Round Rock Texas. I have
no idea how the real estate market works in the States (but collecting information). Have a few questions. I
would say a Big THANKS to those people who would share a few moments to answer
them.
1. How long does it take to
settle a deal for buying a single family home in Round Rock Texas (after finding the
right place and placing an offer and when the offer is accepted)?
2. Do I have to be present
in the country myself or can my sister (who moves to Round Rock soon) with
the Power of Attorney purchase a house in my name?
3. After purchasing a
property (in cash) can I go the bank and get myself a line of credit with the
house as a security?
4. Do I as an alien get taxed the same
amount as local folks?
5. Is Round Rock a good
place to buy a house, compared to other suburbs around Austin?
And the last one. Where can
I get more information on the subject, links I can use related to these questions?
Thank you again for your
time and patience.
