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Tuesday, Jul 16

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Houston home sales cooled in June

Houston home sales slowed for the second month in a row in June, according to the latest Market Update from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.

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Falling mortgage rates, increased supply create opportunities for homebuyers

Despite record high prices, two factors are creating opportunities for homebuyers this summer: falling mortgage rates and rising supply.

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Many of the fastest-growing suburbs are in Texas

Suburban and exurban growth is outpacing that of major cities across the United States, and Texas is no exception.

Monday, Jul 15

23

Nan and Company Properties launches auction division

Nan and Company Properties announced the launch of its in-house auction division with an inaugural listing in Friendswood.

Friday, Jul 12

Most American homeowners crave privacy from their neighbors

Despite spending more time than ever at home, more than half of Americans admit to hiding from their neighbors, according to a survey from Top Rail Fence.

HAR: Sharp decline in pending listings

Pending listings plummeted over 40% year over year during the week ended July 8, according to the Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.

Thursday, Jul 11

17

Houzz: The top outdoor home trends for 2024

Summer is underway, and many homeowners are looking for ways to upgrade their outdoor spaces so they can enjoy the heat in style.

Wednesday, Jul 10

21

How much value do renovations add to fixer-uppers across Texas?

Renovating a fixer-upper is one way to add significant value to a residential property — but just how much value can homeowners add in the Lone Star State?

20

Guaranteed Rate rebrands itself as Rate

Guaranteed Rate has rebranded itself simply as Rate and unveiled a new logo, the mortgage company announced Tuesday.

Tuesday, Jul 9

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What is driving the second home market?

Where are Greater Houston clients looking to buy a second home? Take our survey and let us know.

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Coventry Homes launches affordable homes project in Westridge Cove

Coventry Homes will offer affordably priced homes in Westridge Cove, a new-home community by Tri Pointe Homes in Conroe.

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Newmark Homes and Envision Title launch NewVision Title

In a strategic partnership, Newmark Homes and Envision Title have formed NewVision Title, a title company that will primarily serve Newmark Homes customers in the Houston area.

Monday, Jul 8

21

Texas has some of the lowest energy costs in the country

Texas ranks as one of the U.S. states with the lowest overall energy costs, meaning major savings for Texans.

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Closings increase annually in Houston

Closings increased by 10.4% year over year, with 2,714 homes sold compared to 2,458 during the same week in 2023.

Friday, Jul 5

21

Houston sees another annual jump in active listings in June

Active listings increased by 36.7% in June, according to the FRESH Report from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.

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Nan and Company welcomes two new agents

Nan and Company Properties added two new agents to its team: James Horne and Charlie Bingham.

Wednesday, Jul 3

23

Sugar Land is the No. 2 hottest retirement spot in the country

Nearing retirement age? You might be surprised to learn that the most popular up-and-coming retirement destination isn’t Fort Lauderdale.

Tuesday, Jul 2

20

Conroe ISD breaks ground on elementary school in Evergreen

Conroe Independent School District recently broke ground on an elementary school in Evergreen, a master-planned community from Shea Homes.

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Houston inventory rises amid decreased existing-home sales

Housing starts and active inventory rose in Houston last month amid year-over-year declines in existing-home sales.

Monday, Jul 1

12

Buyer’s agents play a vital role in growing homeownership

"Buyer’s agents are not just facilitators; they are educators and advocates," writes NAHREP President Nora Aguirre.

Three things that hold back real estate agents, and how to avoid them

Fred Wilson, CEO of Fred Wilson Coaching, discusses "future-modeling" versus "now-modeling" in real estate.

Survey Results: Agents on business relationships

We asked, you answered! See what your fellow agents have to say about keeping up relationships in the real estate business.

Friday, Jun 28

22

New listings continue to provide ample choice to Houston buyers

Realtors entered 3,852 properties into the MLS during the week ended June 24, an 18.5% increase year over year.

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Houston Housing Authority partners with HUD for two new affordable housing initiatives

“These programs will significantly expand our ability to support those in need,” David A. Northern Sr., president and CEO of HHA, said in a press release.

Thursday, Jun 27

20

Waller ISD closes on land in Jubilee for elementary school

Waller ISD closed on just over 16 acres of land in Jubilee for a new elementary school that will serve approximately 850 students.

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New-home sales increase in Texas as pending sales flatten

Despite this increase, HomesUSA CEO Ben Caballero still voiced concerns about the outlook for the Texas new-home market.

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Chris Knapp steps into president role at Proper Rate

Knapp is optimistic about where the industry is headed this fall and beyond.

Wednesday, Jun 26

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All aboard this old-fashioned railroad depot!

A well-maintained piece of Colorado history is on the market: the Pitkin Railroad Depot. It's listed on Special Finds for $599,000.

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Jason Keller named San Antonio area sales manager for First America Homes

Jason Keller has joined Houston-based builder First America Homes as area sales manager for the San Antonio division.

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Grand Central Park to host Be Amazed Home Tour in July

Grand Central Park, a master-planned community in Conroe, will host the Be Amazed Home Tour throughout the month of July.