Current Market Data

How’s the market? Depends on who — and where — you ask

Is it a good time to buy? Good time to sell? What’s happening with the economy? The answers to these questions change in relation to how much money you earn, where you live and how old you are.

Kitchen renovations surge, but so do prices

As your clients look ahead to possibly listing in spring, make sure you understand what’s causing remodeling costs to increase so rapidly and how homeowners are adjusting in response.

Southern U.S. again outpaces nation in home price gains

S&P Dow Jones Indices director calls price gains data reassuring.

Home sales down in the South

Sales still choppy with low inventory levels, but economy performing well, says NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun

How the rent vs. buy calculation has changed in Houston

Looking at real estate data over the last decade, some clear trends emerge in terms of costs, demographics and housing stock. See how this has impacted the market in the Houston area.

Texas near top of state-to-state migration list

Though fewer and fewer Americans are moving, real estate professionals in Houston can take comfort in the idea that national migration patterns are still working in their favor.

To brand or not to brand? Google has the answer

The tech giant shares exclusive data with Agent Publishing on how paid ads can provide a back door to your listings.

8 design trends buyers will be looking for in 2020

As many are predicting the market to favor buyers more in the coming year, listing agents can help sellers prepare by ensuring their homes are in line with the latest looks.

NAR predicts slower price gains in 2020

The association brought together a group of economists to provide a forecast of the market, and the consensus is that housing construction shortages will continue into next year.