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The priciest home sold in greater Houston last month was a luxury condo in the Huntingdon building in River Oaks, which was listed and sold by COMPASS agents.
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Despite record high prices, two factors are creating opportunities for homebuyers this summer: falling mortgage rates and rising supply.
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Suburban and exurban growth is outpacing that of major cities across the United States, and Texas is no exception.
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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.
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Summer is underway, and many homeowners are looking for ways to upgrade their outdoor spaces so they can enjoy the heat in style.
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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?
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Texas ranks as one of the U.S. states with the lowest overall energy costs, meaning major savings for Texans.
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Nearing retirement age? You might be surprised to learn that the most popular up-and-coming retirement destination isn’t Fort Lauderdale.
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All properties were listed during the month of June.
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Buying a home in Houston? Here’s the down payment you need to afford it.
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The record-breaking sales price comes as the pace of transactions slid from April, the National Association of REALTORS® said.
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While affordability worsened for all Houston homebuyers in 2023, the affordability gap widened even more drastically for Black and Hispanic/Latino homebuyers.
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Agents were hard at work selling the 10 most expensive homes in greater Houston last month, including a 17,192-square-foot estate originally listed for $14.8 million.
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Certain Texas cities rank among the top in the country for large apartment sizes, according to a report from RentCafe.
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With warm weather heating up much of the United States, many homeowners are craving new summer styles for their living spaces.
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Dallas and Houston rank in the top 10 cities for home renovation spending, according to a report from Pro Tool Reviews.