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NAR: Existing-home sales fall 7.7% in November 

The month-over-month decline in sales came as prices rose for the 129th consecutive month, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

PulteGroup fires incoming COO weeks before his promotion 

The termination follows a lawsuit filed by the homebuilder’s founding family alleging the executive created a network of Twitter bots to harass the late founder. 

A real-life Christmas Story

What’s better than an official Red Ryder, carbine action, 200-shot, range model air rifle, with a compass in the stock and this thing that tells time? The entire “Christmas Story” house.

Wan Bridge to bring build-to-rent community to Atascocita

Texas builder Wan Bridge has announced plans for a build-to-rent community in the Atascocita master-planned development Land Tejas Balmoral.

New-home construction slides in November as builders pull back 

New-home permits fell 11.2% month over month, while housing completions jumped 10.8% in what one observer said could have “worrisome” long-term consequences for the nation’s housing supply. 

The Montierra in Uptown Houston sold to The Bascom Group

CIM Group has sold Montierra, an apartment community in the Uptown Houston/Galleria area.

Houston City Council approves funds for affordable housing project

Houston City Council has approved a $19.3 million loan for an affordable housing project in southeast Houston.

New Again Houses® opens franchise in Brazoria County

The new location will be led by Ashish and Andrea Ghotekar, who will serve as the franchise owners of New Again Houses – Brazoria County.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Greater Houston in November

While the most expensive property sold in November pales in comparison to October’s most expensive closed home sale, the luxury sector remains a thriving component of greater Houston’s real estate market.

Tour Santa’s home, workshop on Zillow

“Santa gets a peek into millions of homes each year. Now, millions of Zillow surfers are getting a peek into one of the most famous homes in the world,” Amanda Pendleton, Zillow’s home trends expert.

MBA: Mortgage applications rise in latest weekly survey 

The 30-year fixed-rate inched to 6.42%, which is still close to the lowest rate in a month, the group said. 

Civitas Capital Group closes on Cypresswood Apartments

The newly built Cypresswood Apartments in greater Houston has been acquired by Civitas Capital Group.

RPM Living acquires Ashton on West Dallas

Austin-based property management and development company RPM Living has acquired its 17th multifamily property in the greater Houston area.

Second Century Ventures accepting applicants for 2023 REACH programs

“Real estate technology continues to undergo a significant transformation, and the startups selected for the REACH program will play a critical role in helping to drive that change,” said Bob Goldberg, CEO of NAR and president of SCV.

Luxury lots now available for purchase at Stallion Lakes

Located at 24609 Magnolia Road, Stallion Lakes offers “country club living” to residents who don’t want to move too far from the convenience of Houston.

December brings a record increase in housing supply

Homes are lingering on the market longer, up 15% from last year during the four weeks ended Dec. 4, marking the largest uptick in home supply since 2015.

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