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New-home sales decline in April

At the same time, the median price of a new home sold in April declined as well. 

Historic triangular home on the market in Seattle

The two-bedroom, two-bathroom property includes unique features like a floating staircase, a triangular terrace and a number of sculptural elements.

Donald R. Horton, founder of nation’s largest homebuilder, dies at 74

Horton served as chairman of D.R. Horton Inc. since it was formed in July 1991.

Mortgage rates dip below 7%, bring relief to homebuyers

Buyers are finally getting some relief as mortgage rates dip below 7% for the first time in five weeks, according to a Redfin report. 

Housing starts rebound in April after March slump

New-home construction jumped 5.7% month over month after a soft March, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

Hotels overtake offices in residential conversions

According to a new report from RentCafe, hotels have overtaken offices as the most likely spaces to be converted into new apartments.

Johnson Development names builders for Grange

Builders have been named for the first phase of development in Grange, a master-planned community in Katy from Johnson Development.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston in April

The priciest home sold in greater Houston last month is a 7,258-square-foot new build in the Southside area.

Anywhere Real Estate, Keller Williams and RE/MAX commissions settlements receive final court approval

Other settlements are still awaiting final approval, including the $418 million settlement with NAR.

Nearly half of all adults would buy their childhood home if they could afford it

Zillow attributes this trend to a growing sense of nostalgia for easier times.

Nan and Company partners with Contempo Builder

“We are excited for the opportunity to work with Contempo to represent all of their communities around Houston,” said Nancy Almodovar, president and CEO of Nan and Company Properties.

City of Houston partners with Cityside Homes for affordable housing initiative

The city of Houston is partnering with Cityside Homes for an affordable housing initiative targeted at Houston residents.

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun optimistic about real estate industry this year and beyond

Yun expects existing home sales to show gains in 2024, 2025 and eight of the next 10 years.

Bridgeland celebrates 16th annual Nature Fest

Bridgeland, a master-planned community from The Howard Hughes Corporation in Cypress, hosted its 16th annual Nature Fest on April 27.

Changes to MLS from NAR settlement to take effect Aug. 17

NAR previously said the changes were expected to start in mid-July.

Charitable giving increased among Realtors last year

The typical amount donated annually was $1,000, up from $800 in 2022.

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