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mattvanwinkle.tx
Listing photos are your first showing—and in Steiner Ranch, that first impression matters more than ever.
Before I ever book a photographer, I walk every client through a simple but strategic checklist to make sure their home shows up beautifully online.
Here’s what I focus on:
📸 Clear sightlines (remove furniture that blocks flow)
🧼 Countertops and surfaces completely cleared
🌞 Lighting that shows off your windows, floors, and layout
🪑 Neutral furniture placement that makes rooms feel bigger
We’re not staging to trick buyers—we’re staging to highlight what’s great and remove distractions.
📩 DM me and I’ll send you my pre-photo checklist—it’s the same one I use for all my listings.
#HomePrepTips #SteinerRanchListing #AustinRealEstatePhotos #SteinerRealtor #RealEstatePhotography #SellingYourHomeAustin #ListingPhotosMatter #SteinerHomes
mattvanwinkle.tx
Most of the best homes in Steiner Ranch never hit the MLS—and that’s exactly where I come in. I specialize in finding off-market properties that aren’t listed online, giving my buyers access to homes they wouldn’t find on Zillow or Redfin. Through targeted outreach, deep local connections, and proven systems, I help my clients discover the right home—not just what’s available. If you’ve been searching and coming up short, there’s a good chance your future home is off-market. Let’s talk about how to find it.
#steinerranch #offmarkethomes #austinrealestate #steinerranchtx #austinhomes #austinhomebuyer #hiddenhomes #notonmls
mattvanwinkle.tx
🚨Steiner Ranch Market Update: Last week, 6 homes went under contract on the MLS—and I personally put 2 off-market properties under contract as well.
That means 25% of the activity wasn’t visible online.
If you’re only watching Zillow, you’re missing what’s really happening in this market. The best deals (and best buyers) often move quietly.
Thinking about selling or buying in Steiner Ranch? Let’s talk strategy—on or off the market. #steinerranch
mattvanwinkle.tx
Off-market doesn’t mean secret—it means strategic. Especially in a place like Steiner Ranch.
If you’ve been hearing about off-market listings and wondering if they’re legit or useful, the answer is: absolutely—when done right.
Here’s how I use off-market strategies for sellers in Steiner:
✔️ Quietly market to motivated buyers already searching in the neighborhood
✔️ Show the home without requiring public listings or open houses
✔️ Test price, gather early feedback, and create buzz
✔️ Maintain control of the timeline and minimize disruption to your family
This is especially valuable for families with kids, those doing light updates, or anyone who wants to explore selling without the pressure.
Want to see if an off-market approach makes sense for your home?
📩 DM me and I’ll walk you through what it could look like—step by step.
#OffMarketHomes #SteinerRanch #QuietListingStrategy #AustinRealtor #SteinerHomesForSale #HomeSellingOptions #UTGolfClubHomes #RiverHeightsSteiner #AustinRealEstateExpert
mattvanwinkle.tx
This is what summer in Steiner Ranch should look like.
A private pool, surrounded by mature landscaping and greenbelt views—with space to entertain, relax, and enjoy the quiet.
The backyard at Firethorn Ct is more than just a pool—it’s a retreat. From the custom stonework to the covered patio and outdoor kitchen setup, every inch was designed to elevate your everyday.
Want to see it in person? This one’s even better live.
#SteinerRanch #FirethornCt #SteinerRanchHomes #AustinRealEstate #OutdoorLiving #BackyardGoals #HomeTourTuesday #PoolLife #SteinerHomes #UTGolfClub #AustinHomesForSale
mattvanwinkle.tx
Why do some homes in Steiner Ranch sell within days—while others sit for weeks or even months?
I’ve worked with enough sellers here to know it’s almost never about the house itself. It’s about the plan.
Here’s what fast-selling homes in Steiner usually have in common:
➡️ Clean, simplified presentation (think decluttered, staged, and photo-ready)
➡️ A pricing strategy that creates urgency—not hesitation
➡️ Pre-MLS marketing that builds buzz before it’s even live
Whether you’re in Summer Vista, Bella Mar, or the UT Golf Club, buyers are comparing your home with every other one in their Zillow tab. That’s why we start prepping weeks before the listing hits the market.
Want your home to be the one buyers fight over—not scroll past? Let’s build your strategy.
📩 DM me to talk about how to position your home for the fastest, strongest offer.
#SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #SteinerRanchHomes #AustinRealtor #HomeSellingTips #SteinerRanchLiving #ListingStrategy #PreListingPlan #UTGolfClub #BellaMarHomes #RealEstateMarketing
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mattvanwinkle.tx
Excited to share that I made the 2025 PT50 Early Qualifiers list which is the top 2.5% of agents in Austin!
Big thanks to all of my clients and friends who’ve trusted me along the way!
Steiner Ranch has been keeping me busy this year, and I’m just getting started. Let’s keep it going!
#PT50 #SteinerRanch #AustinRealEstate #SteinerRanchHomes #TopAustinAgent
@jessica_heiman_lo thank you!!

mattvanwinkle.tx
How to miss your dream home in Steiner Ranch?
Seriously... why would you want to learn that?
If you made it to the end of this carousel, you might be overthinking it.
Skip the scroll. Skip the FOMO.
Just DM me and I’ll make sure you never miss the one.
#SteinerRanch #DreamHome #AustinHomesForSale #SteinerRanchRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips