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Sunterra in Katy led Houston-area master-planned communities in home sales last year

The Sunterra community in Katy, by developer Starwood Land/Land Tejas, sold 653 homes in 2022, 11th among MPCs nationwide.

Buyer concessions make a comeback in the fourth quarter

A record share of sellers are giving buyers concessions including money for repairs and mortgage-rate buydowns.

Newmark launches single-family rental group

The move comes despite a slowdown in the single-family rental market. 

How to make today’s sales models work smarter and win buyers in a challenging real estate market

Whether it’s for a downtown condo high-rise or a suburban single-family or town home community, a sales model needs to do much more than simply reflect popular design trends or showcase name-brand furniture and decor.

Castlerock Communities to build in Magnolia Springs and Caney Mills

The Signorelli Company has partnered with Texas homebuilder CastleRock Communities to bring nearly 3,000 homes to Montgomery County.

Wan Bridge to bring build-to-rent community to Atascocita

Texas builder Wan Bridge has announced plans for a build-to-rent community in the Atascocita master-planned development Land Tejas Balmoral.

The Montierra in Uptown Houston sold to The Bascom Group

CIM Group has sold Montierra, an apartment community in the Uptown Houston/Galleria area.

Houston City Council approves funds for affordable housing project

Houston City Council has approved a $19.3 million loan for an affordable housing project in southeast Houston.

New Again Houses® opens franchise in Brazoria County

The new location will be led by Ashish and Andrea Ghotekar, who will serve as the franchise owners of New Again Houses – Brazoria County.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Greater Houston in November

While the most expensive property sold in November pales in comparison to October’s most expensive closed home sale, the luxury sector remains a thriving component of greater Houston’s real estate market.

Civitas Capital Group closes on Cypresswood Apartments

The newly built Cypresswood Apartments in greater Houston has been acquired by Civitas Capital Group.

RPM Living acquires Ashton on West Dallas

Austin-based property management and development company RPM Living has acquired its 17th multifamily property in the greater Houston area.

Luxury lots now available for purchase at Stallion Lakes

Located at 24609 Magnolia Road, Stallion Lakes offers “country club living” to residents who don’t want to move too far from the convenience of Houston.

Waller ISD purchases land for second elementary school in Bridgeland

The Waller Independent School District acquired 19 acres of land within the Bridgeland master-planned community for an elementary school.

Houston to receive appraisal diversity grant from Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo has partnered with the National Urban League to train diverse home appraisers in Houston.

HAR honors rising stars in Houston real estate

The Houston Association of REALTORS® honored the winners of the 12th annual 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards last month, recognizing young professionals in the Houston real estate industry based on sales, leadership and community involvement.