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In Houston, a new kitchen adds nearly $10,000 in value

A new report reveals the improvements that homeowners and renters say add the most to the overall price of a home.

RE/MAX reports single-digit decline in May homes sales nationwide

Although the single-digit decline from the previous month nationally is good news, home sales still lagged May of 2019 by 33.7%.

Redfin: Bidding wars up in May in Houston

Houston’s making a good rebound in bidding wars, according to a new report.

Houston bucks large city trend with decrease in home flipping

Nationwide, home flippers saw a 36.7% return on their investment in the first quarter of 2020.

How to use TikTok to market real estate

A real estate marketing guru and Tik Tok aficionado gives the inside scoop on the increasingly popular social network.

Redfin: Housing shortage prompts bidding wars

Good news for sellers: Homes on the market under $1 million are receiving multiple offers in desirable cities.

NAR survey: Buyers want home offices, yards and larger residences

The weekly flash survey by the National Association of Realtors shows that buyers are looking for different features post-COVID-19.

Lifestyle adjustments from COVID-19 will change homebuyer preferences

NAR’s vice president of demographics and behavioral insights says rising preference away from metro areas could be a boon to smaller cities.

Staging for the post-coronavirus era: 3 features buyers are going to want

Looking to attract buyers during or after the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are three elements agents should pay attention to right now.

RE/MAX CEO videos offer advice for ‘mind, body and business’

Weekly motivational messages give guidance for agents to keep moving forward during COVID-19 pandemic and preparing for what comes once it’s over.

The HGTV effect: From television trend to real estate spend

A new report from Zillow outlines what to highlight in a listing and what to hide.

NAACP and NAREB announce partnership to increase black homeownership

The two organizations joined together to provide members the resources and tools that will help more African Americans purchase homes.

Think people are moving to Houston for jobs? Think again.

While the pursuit of new or better employment prospects normally motivates people to take on a long-distance move, recent data suggests that Americans may now be more inclined to relocate for housing related reasons.

Counter culture: Answering buyers’ questions about countertops

Countertops are one of the main items that buyers obsess over. What should real estate agents know about this ever-important material choice?

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.

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