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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.

Rent is on the rise — find out why

The latest analysis from CoreLogic shows that Houston renters are paying an average of 2 percent more in rent this year over last.

7 ways to make business planning easier and more effective

Here’s how to achieve your business goals in 2020.

Unwinding partnerships: When one party wants out of a mortgage

Having an exit plan is critical for unmarried buyers.

Will pocket listing controversies finally be resolved next month?

The debate over what NAR and multiple listing services should do about off-MLS listings seems to be coming to a head, though the final policy isn’t fully ironed out yet. Find out where it looks to be heading.

Fed lowers interest rates again

The Federal Reserve announced today  that it will cut interest rates further, to a top rate of 2 percent.  “The committee seeks to foster maximum employment and price stability,” the statement posted to the Fed’s website this afternoon read.

Pick your favorites in Houston real estate

Place your vote for the best Houston real estate professionals of 2019 in our annual Agents’ Choice Awards! You may submit one vote per category every 24 hours. Get your votes in before voting closes at the end of the day on September 27th. Winners will be announced in our special issue released online October 7th.

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