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COVID-19 and the housing market: What the experts say

Meyers Research Chief Economist Ali Wolf and other industry experts offer guidance and predictions in these unprecedented times.

World economy enters recession, but economists predict strong rebound

The pandemic is pushing the global economy and homebuying into a tailspin, but history shows event-driven recessions typically don’t last.

How well is Texas doing in the fight against COVID-19?

A new study examines coronavirus prevention measures, preparedness and risk factors, state by state.

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates again

The Federal Reserve has announced an emergency interest-rate cut of 1 percentage point, bringing the Fed’s target rate nearly to zero.

Making Moves: Coldwell Banker Realty honors top producers

Coldwell Banker Realty recognized high achievers Jamie McMartin Group, Ruchti Realty Group and Karen Sumner at its recent awards event.

Agents adjusting to new coronavirus reality

A new NAR survey shows a quarter of agents are making changes in their business. Find out what brokers in Houston are doing differently.

Home sales in Houston climbed again in February

Sales volume in February rose for the eighth consecutive month, according to the latest market update from HAR.

Compared to volatile stock market, equity levels are ‘welcome source of stability’

A new report shows 96,000 U.S. homeowners regained positive equity in the last quarter of 2019.

The HGTV effect: From television trend to real estate spend

A new report from Zillow outlines what to highlight in a listing and what to hide.

House flipping is back, but the returns? Not so much

Investors are getting back into the home flipping game, even though profits are the lowest since 2011.

Top producers share their wisdom at Accelerate Summit

They do millions in business, are among the most admired players in the real estate industry, and have advice on how you can follow in their footsteps

Technology takes center stage at Accelerate Summit 2020

Chicago Agent magazine, the sister publication of Houston Agent, held its annual Accelerate Summit this week. At the digital marketing panel, real estate agents offered their insights on digital marketing done right.

NAR top lawyer: Don’t let your value be ‘trivialized and degraded’

At our recent Accelerate Summit in Chicago, NAR Chief Counsel Katie Johnson outlined ways agents can demonstrate their value and shape the public’s perception of the real estate industry.

Fed makes emergency rate cut amid coronavirus fears

The Federal Reserve slashes its benchmark rate by a half a percentage point in response to an expanding rate of infection. Find out what impact that will have on your business.

Inventory Insider: New Plantation model home highlights modern aesthetic

Plantation Homes offers a new floor plan focusing on energy efficiency and technology.

John Daugherty Realtors to lose its name in Douglas Elliman deal

A snafus in the John Daugherty sale to Douglas Elliman marks the end of the Daugherty brand.

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