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A house only accessible by boat

The home is listed by Jake Scheloske and Tim Pagano of Agresti Real Estate for $359,000 — and since it’s not technically on land, there’s no real estate taxes.

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Mortgage applications jump almost 30% ahead of anticipated Fed rate cut 

The jump in mortgage activity was driven in large part by refinancings, which surged 58% in the week ended Sept. 12. 

August single-family construction falls to slowest pace since July 2024 

At the same time, completions of new single-family homes were on the rise last month, according to federal statistics. 

Realtor.com: Mid-October is best time to buy a home in 2025

Looking for the best time to buy in 2025? It’s the week of Oct. 12–18, says Realtor.com. 

Builder outlook hits 6-month high on rate-cut expectations 

The National Association of Home Builders said its monthly builder-confidence survey indicated rising optimism that lower interest rates could spur new-home buying activity. 

The Havyn amenity center under construction at Woodhavyn

Designed by KGA Deforest and Project Luong, plans include a pool, event lawn, splash pad, playground, pavilion and lakes.

HAR.com expands to include commercial real estate

“Adding commercial listings to HAR.com brings even more value to consumers and agents,” HAR.com Chairman Marrio Arriaga said in a press release.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston in August

Nancy Almodovar, founder and CEO of Nan and Company Properties, worked as both the listing and buying agent for August’s most expensive greater Houston home sale.

Johnson Development to add 20-acre Ricestead amenity complex at Grange

Plans include a central gathering place for concerts, farmers markets, seasonal events and more, plus a clubhouse, playground, fitness center, coworking area, conference room, two pools and six pickleball courts.

Zillow launches AI‑powered virtual staging for Showcase listings

The feature aims to help buyers more easily visualize homes and give agents a stronger marketing tool. 

Home price appreciation increases 2.4% in August as Midwest leads growth

So far in 2025, home prices have grown at about half the pace of 2024.

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MBA: Mortgage applications hit highest level since 2022 

The surge comes as the rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to its lowest level since October 2024. 

Cotality notes further movement toward buyer’s market in latest Home Price Insights report 

The rate of home-price appreciation slowed to just over half the rate of inflation in July, Cotality noted. 

MBA: 30-year mortgage rate falls to lowest level since April 

Despite the decrease in borrowing costs, the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Market Composite Index showed a decrease in mortgage applications in the week ended Aug. 29. 

Land Tejas announces passing of Houston developer Al Brende

Under his leadership, Land Tejas has developed over 15,000 acres of land, becoming one of the largest master-planned community developers in the Houston area.

M/I Homes closes on Montgomery County land for Berryknoll community

The 200-acre community includes 250 homesites, the largest of which are one acre. M/I will serve as the exclusive homebuilder.

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