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A glimmer of hope? Houston home values see uptick

Is the real estate market turning the corner as the country flattens the curve? A new report sees a possible light at the end of the tunnel.

Home sales down in March, but prices holding steady

The latest existing home sales report from the National Association of Realtors shows the impact of COVID-19 on sales numbers but not prices.

SURVEY: COVID-19 and the Houston real estate market

We thought it was time for a wellness check to see how our readers are doing in the coronavirus era.

Staging on steroids: How agents and brokerages deliver concierge design

When you combine showing barriers such as COVID-19 with the fact that most buyers are looking for move-in-ready units, it becomes clear that agents need to help sellers get their home ready for the market.

Homebuilder confidence takes a hit, though experts see light at the end of the tunnel

Economists believe home sales can help drive the nation’s economic recovery from COVID-19.

Certain segments of rental market likely to slow down in the short term

A new report points to a softening of rents in Class A properties. Whether that will extend to the rest of the rental market depends on how long the economic crisis continues.

Douglas Elliman launches latest issue of Elliman Magazine digitally

The namesake publication celebrates the beauty of the outdoors in its new spring/summer issue.

NAR survey shows agents expect post-pandemic market rebound

Agents are bracing for a spring slowdown, but hopeful for post-coronavirus recovery, says NAR.

Strong home sales data reveal local market prepared to weather a storm

Houston’s sales momentum in March will help offset COVID-19’s impact in the coming months.

Houston-Galveston Area Council recognizes Howard Hughes Corporation for outdoor spaces

Two Bridgeland projects and one in The Woodland Hills receive awards for their outdoor spaces.

Who’s Who 2020

Welcome to our seventh annual edition of Who’s Who in Residential Real Estate, where we recognize the agents, developers, lenders and affiliates who proudly represent the real estate industry in Houston.

How COVID-19 is affecting rents in Houston

A recent report reveals how COVID-19 has impacted what landlords charge, as well as how current rental trends throughout the nation may fluctuate as the pandemic worsens.

Harris County extends ‘Stay Home-Work Safe’ order to April 30

In keeping with federal guidelines, Harris County has extended its ‘Stay Home-Work Safe’ order to April 30.

Houston Agent magazine takes to the radio waves to discuss small business loans

The recently passed $2 trillion coronavirus aid package includes nearly $350 billion for small business loans. Houston Agent magazine recently took to the airwaves to talk about how Houston agents and brokerages can utilize this lifeline.

During coronavirus shutdown, real estate is deemed an ‘essential business’

Is real estate work considered essential? While agents still have to adhere to local and state guidelines, a new federal report offers official recommendations.

The last, sad days of John Daugherty end on a positive note

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez has signed a motion to allow former John Daugherty agents to collect their real estate commissions ahead of debtors.

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