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NAR: Pending-home sales jump in January 

The 8.1% month-over-month increase in the National Association of REALTORS® Pending Home Sales Index was the largest gain since June 2020. 

Houston among top metros for relocation

Houston is one of the most popular places to move to — or, at least the most popular places to think about moving to, according to a new analysis from Redfin.

New-home sales jump 7.2% in January 

The median sales price of a new home declined on both a monthly and yearly basis, however, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development reported.        

The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

Curious about luxury inventory in Texas? These homes are the most expensive new listings currently for sale in the Lone Star State.

Texas homes are staying on the market longer, but sales are still strong

Data suggests that the Texas real estate market is shifting towards buyer-friendly conditions.

NAR: Existing-home sales post 12th monthly decline in January, as prices rise again 

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.32% as of Feb. 16, up from 6.12% a week before and 3.92% a year earlier. 

Average apartment size shrinks across the country but grows slightly in Houston

The average size of new apartments across the country has decreased by 30 square feet year over year, according to a new report from RentCafe.

While homebuying season may feel calmer, Zillow says expect competition

According to a new analysis from Zillow, there will still be competition for affordably-priced houses this homebuying season.

Mortgage applications decline after rate increase 

The pace of mortgage applications fell 7.7% in the week ended Feb. 10, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported. 

Builder confidence jumps in February 

Builder confidence rose for the second consecutive month in February with a seven-point increase that brought it to its highest level since last September, the National Association of Home Builders said. 

Dallas, Austin and Houston among the best cities for multifamily investment

Three Texas metros have been named among the best cities in the U.S. for multifamily real estate investment in the first half of 2023, according to CONTI Capital.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Houston in January

The Houston Association of REALTORS® latest report of the most expensive homes sold in Houston details the 10 priciest closed sales during the months of January.

MBA: Mortgage applications jump on lower rates

The 30-year fixed rate fell for the fifth week in a row, giving a lift to lending activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. 

Multigenerational homebuying nears all-time high

Multigenerational homes are defined by NAR as homes where families live under the same roof with grandparents, adult children or other extended family members.

These Houston-area cities have the most expensive homes

Bellaire, Tiki Island and Fulshear top the list, according to Stacker.

Migration into Texas has cooled from the pandemic relocation boom, but it’s still one of the most popular states to move

NAR used change-of-address data from the U.S. Postal Service and net migration data from the U.S. Census Bureau to determine which states had the highest rates of influx and outflow in domestic migration.

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