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Rate to offer mortgage balance coverage insurance for first responders

Rate announced an initiative that will offer first responders a one-year accidental death insurance policy that covers their mortgage balance up to $650,000 if they die in the line of duty.

‘Affordable luxury’ is attainable in these Houston ZIP codes

Renters can find affordable luxury rental units for less in certain Houston-area neighborhoods — more than $100 less than the typical upscale unit in the area, that is.

Case-Shiller: Home prices hit all-time high for the 19th month in a row in December 

At the same time, the pace of annualized home-price increases reversed its downward trajectory, S&P Dow Jones Indices said. 

What looming tariffs could mean for homebuilding and the economy

Now that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are beginning to take shape, homebuilders are wary.

NAHB: Tariff worries help send builder confidence to five-month low 

At the same time, builder sales expectations for the next six months posted their second-largest drop since the sentiment index started in 1985. 

Piney Woods lot lease community coming to Crosby

Piney Woods Manufactured Home Community will provide Houston homebuyers with a lot lease option in Crosby.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston in January

Sharon Ballas, an agent with Greenwood King Properties, was the listing agent — and selling agent — for the priciest home sale in Houston last month.

Houston homebuyers loved these communities in 2024

Cupid struck Houston homebuyers with major love for Brookshire last year — home sales increased by nearly 150% year over year in the community.

Gov. Abbott highlighted housing priorities in his State of the State address. Now what?

Among the topics mentioned in Abbott’s address: housing affordability, tax reform, water infrastructure and private property rights. These issues all appear in Texas REALTORS’® Legislative Priorities for the 89th Texas Legislature.

As Redfin and Zillow partner in $100 million rental deal, Redfin lays off 450 employees

In the wake of this news, Redfin also laid off 450 employees.

NAR’s Lawrence Yun predicts home-sales growth of 9% or more in 2025

Yun expects mortgage rates to drop to 6% by the end of the year.

HAR: Housing affordability improves again in Houston

Although Houston’s median home price rose slightly in the fourth quarter of 2024, the average mortgage rate decreased, easing affordability constraints for buyers.

Who is new HUD secretary, Scott Turner?

Scott Turner, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), was confirmed to the role in a 55-44 vote.

Medieval in Maryland

In Silver Spring, Maryland, stands a modern castle. Built in 2004, the property blends luxury features with medieval architecture.

HAR launches AI-powered redesign tool

The Houston Association of REALTORS® launched AI Remodel, an artificial intelligence-powered tool that allows users to virtually customize homes on HAR.com.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

A majority of the most expensive new listings in Texas are located in the Dallas area, although the priciest new listing is located in Manor, an Austin suburb.

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