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Realtors could be sanctioned for hate speech under proposal

The National Association of Realtors’ Board of Directors is expected to vote on a proposal that would prohibit members for conducting hate speech outside of work.

Houston home prices jump 4% from 2019

Nationwide, home value increases continued to be driven by low inventory, which hit its lowest level in September, dropping by 40% from September 2008 and by 74% when compared to September 2000.

Homeownership down slightly but not for Millennials

First-time buyers contributed to 31% of September’s home sales due to record-low mortgage rates, according to the report.

What does professionalism mean to you? Find out what Houston brokers had to say

We asked, you answered. Here’s what Houston Agent readers had to say about professionalism.

Howard Hughes Corporation kicks off fall benefit for local charities

The Houston developer has pledged to give $500 to a local charity for every home sold during the month of September.

Inventory Intel: Douglas Elliman tapped to handle leasing and marketing for Crimson

After working on a number of notable New York City projects, Douglas Elliman Development Marking has taken on Texas’ high-end rental market.

August is the new May for peak home sales

Peak homebuying season has shifted to the end of summer, according to realtor.com.

Agent Snapshot: Orpha Ruth Melecio, Broker-Owner, Orpha Ruth Realty

“Work every day and find a broker to guide you.”

Live Well in a Caldwell Home

Building homes specifically designed for active adults.

Purchase applications in Texas beat out last year’s numbers

Economists with the Mortgage Bankers Association predict mortgage rates will remain low for the next couple of years, though there is at least one scenario under which they could rise more quickly.

Government-backed loan program is just the beginning

Small business owners could help keep their businesses running through a combination of Paycheck Protection Program loans and private loans.

Santa Clara County Association of Realtors to provide training for members with AgentEDU

The Santa Clara County Association of Realtors has signed a partnership agreement with AgentEDU, a division of Agent Publishing, to provide online training, education, and certifications for its members.

What’s the ‘coronavirus effect’ look like for real estate?

The National Association of Realtors says they expect home sales in the U.S. to drop by about 10% in the short term as a result of the coronavirus.

Texas 4th best state for driving

WalletHub’s study outlines the best and worst states in America for driving. See how it compares to their previous study on the best and worst cities for driving.

Good news for Houston home sellers amid inventory slump

A new Zillow report shows how Houston housing inventory performed in 2019 compared to the rest of the country.

How housing shortages impact job growth in Houston

A new report by the National Association of Realtors ranks fast-growing cities in terms of the interplay between housing affordability and job growth.

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