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HAR: Affordability gains in Houston as 42% of households can swing homeownership

While the 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.18%, the median home price decreased 1.7% year over year to $331,500.

Spanish-language mortgage lender Americasa opens Houston office

The Spanish-language lender primarily serves Hispanic families, a demographic traditionally underrepresented in the homebuying market.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

A brand-new Southlake estate listed for nearly $24 million tops the April ranking of the most expensive new listings in Texas.

Huffman tops Houston’s hottest communities

Sales increased 177.1% year over year, representing the largest annual jump of any Houston-area community. Huffman previously ranked No. 11 in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Sellers increase in Houston as buyers pull back

Home sales declined in half of Texas metros during the first quarter of the year and increased in the other half.

MRED expands nationwide access as Compass becomes first brokerage to share listings on PLN

Midwest Real Estate Data is expanding its multiple listing service nationwide, giving any licensed real estate agent access to its platform and Private Listing Network.

Sarah Conway named No. 1 producer for BHGRE

Conway achieved a sales volume of over $79.3 million in 2025, making her the No. 1 agent of all 10,600 professionals in the BHGRE network.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston in March

A 7,823-square-foot mansion in the Rice/Museum District tops the March ranking of the 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston.

HAR: ‘Balance and stability’ in Houston housing market despite national, global uncertainty

While global uncertainty, namely surrounding the war in Iran, caused “volatility” in interest rates, affordability actually improved in Houston last month.

Houston is one of the best markets for first-time homebuyers

In Houston, renters spend a median 22.7% of their income on housing — anything less than 30% is considered affordable — allowing flexibility to save for a down payment.

Viewpoints: Brokers oppose Washington’s ‘Millionaires Tax’

Forty-one states tax millionaires as part of standard income taxes, although Washington is the sixth state to enact tax law specific to millionaires.

Residents move in at The Langley high-rise in Rice/Museum District

The 20-story tower includes 134 residences in two- and three-bedroom layouts with entry foyers, plank-oak flooring, walk-in closets, service kitchens, private balconies and smart-home technology.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

All 10 of the priciest new listings in Texas are located in the Dallas area, including homes in Westlake, Southlake, Highland Park and Flower Mound.

REMAX: Houston home sales surge in February

Nationally, home sales in the 51 metro areas surveyed by REMAX declined 3.2% year over year and rose 11.1% month over month. 

Late April is the most profitable time of year to list in Houston

Though the most lucrative week to list varies by city and region, spring is undoubtedly the smartest season to list.

Habitat for Humanity modular home pilot program hits Houston’s Fifth Ward

Houston Habitat for Humanity launched a modular home pilot program with the groundbreaking of two homes in Houston’s Fifth Ward.

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