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Ranking every state by its most expensive home listing. Where does Texas land on the list?

It is a fun reminder that location is everything, and every state has amazing ultra-luxury properties for the right price.

Half of Americans are brought to tears while buying a home

A new Zillow survey revealed that 50% of Americans cry while buying a home, with Gen Z and millennial buyers far more likely to shed tears at least once during their home-buying journey.

Houston-area housing payments up nearly 50% from last year

Soaring home prices and markedly diminished inventory are suppressing housing affordability for many nationwide who are simultaneously dealing with a third roadblock: sharp mortgage rate growth.

Which Houston suburb has the hottest real estate market?

With suburban home value growth surpassing that of urban homes, the most popular areas appear to be outside the city. Which Houston suburb is the hottest?

Inside the rise in Hispanic homeownership

The rate of Hispanic homeownership is steadily increasing, new data from The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals shows. With 8.8 million Hispanic-owned households, more than 48% of Latinos now own homes, reflecting a continual rise since 2014.

State Farm grant to ‘boost opportunity’ in Houston, other metros

The grant will fuel financial stability for families, businesses, affordable housing and better health and safety, all contributing to local economies, according to a press release.

Federal judge dismisses counterclaim against REX in ongoing legal dispute with NAR and Zillow

A federal judge dismissed the countersuit brought by the National Association of REALTORS® against Real Estate Exchange Inc.

Property taxes across the U.S. rose to $328 billion in 2021

Property taxes across the U.S rose last year, but the hike was much lower than in 2020, according to a new report.  ATTOM found in its 2021 property tax analysis of almost 87 million single-family homes, $328 billion in

Texas ranks among best states for remote work

WalletHub ranked the Lone Star State seventh in the nation for having the most favorable work-from-home conditions, which comes as no surprise to those in the Houston real estate market.

Betty White’s Carmel home is for sale — look inside

For more than 40 years, Betty White lived overlooking the ocean in a custom beach house in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.For more than 40 years, Betty White lived overlooking the ocean in a custom beach house in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.

Zillow: Homes should be listed on Thursdays in late April for greatest reward

Zillow found that Houston homes listed in late April could sell for $8,600 more than the typical U.S. home. Additionally, homes listed on any Thursday, when shoppers are planning for weekend showings, can sell for $1,100 more.

Houston metro gained 69K residents during pandemic’s first year

Greater Houston added 69,094 residents between July 2020 and July 2021, ranking third among the top 10 metro areas in the U.S. to see the most significant numeric growth during that period. 

RE/MAX: Houston led the country in February home sales

Greater Houston saw the most significant increase in the U.S. for year-over-year home sales in February, according to the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report. Home sales were up nearly 21% from the same month in 2021. 

Fed votes to increase interest rates, projects more hikes in 2022

The Federal Reserve announced today that it would increase the federal funds rate by 0.25%, its first increase in more than three years, with more hikes projected for the remainder of the year.

Houston suburb ranks as nation’s best city to live in

The Woodlands has claimed the No. 1 spot on Niche’s 2022 Best Cities to Live In America list. The Houston suburb beat out 227 other cities to secure first place and an overall rating of A+.

Inflation a source of frustration among Houston renters

Currently, median rents in Houston stand at $1,012 for a one-bedroom apartment and $1,204 for a two-bedroom. Houston’s median two-bedroom rent is below the national average of $1,294, an Apartment List report noted.

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