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Building Houston’s builders, one construction class at a time

Bryon Parffrey, founder of Builder’s Academy, is working to address Houston’s housing shortage while changing lives at the same time.

Home prices are up, but that might not last

CoreLogic reports home price acceleration continued in April, but — in a shift away from other industry predictions — expects the first decline in values to begin in 2021

President-Elect Sylvia Seabolt on how the pandemic has strengthened the Women’s Council

Stepping into a leadership role during the COVID-19 pandemic comes with challenges, but Women’s Council President-Elect Sylvia Seabolt is ready to meet them head on.

Houston homes named 7th most at-risk for storm surge in 2020

A new report from CoreLogic warns of increased hurricane risk this season, compounded by coronavirus-related weaknesses.

Pending home sales took a deep dive in April, but NAR upgrades its forecast

NAR’s chief economist says April’s decline could be the lowest point in the market, and that he expects it to bounce back soon.

Rent increases down in Houston in April

A new report that rent is still rising, but by much less in most cities, as a result of the COVID-19 crisis.

Redfin: Housing shortage prompts bidding wars

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

Existing-home sales drop 17.8% in April, but first-timers are coming back

Coronavirus lockdowns disrupted sales in April, but the data shows an increase in new homebuyers.

Inventory Intel: Tomball’s Amira to add more than 400 additional homesites

Amira in Tomball is growing by 30%, adding 113 acres to its original 370 acres. The addition translates to more than 400 additional homes.

Builder confidence up after April drop; signs of rebound emerge

Builders are feeling more confident this month, a sign that the new-home market may have already hit bottom.

Buyer demand remains strong despite pandemic, says new report

RE/MAX’s recently released National Housing Report points to resiliency of market amidst coronavirus and economic concerns.

Are Houston’s opportunity zones living up to the hype?

New data looks at how prices in these areas have increased — or sometimes decreased — over time.

New report reveals coronavirus impact on Houston market

Stay-at-home orders and social distancing take a toll on home sales and rentals,
but pricing holds up.

Houston area teams make Top 250 Latino Agents list

The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals released its Top 250 Latino Agents Report, recognizing the best Latino agents in the business. How did Atlanta do?

Houston broker becomes first African American Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices franchise owner in the world

Tiffany Curry’s new brokerage has the distinction of being the first woman-owned BHHS franchise in Houston and the first African American-owned BHHS franchise in the world.

Newmark launches healthcare worker incentive

The Houston homebuilder recognizes local healthcare workers with new incentive program

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