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New-home sales jump 7.2% in January

The median sales price of a new home declined on both a monthly and yearly basis, however, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development reported.        

The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

Curious about luxury inventory in Texas? These homes are the most expensive new listings currently for sale in the Lone Star State.

FHA cuts mortgage insurance premium, touts expected savings for homebuyers

Mortgage insurance premiums on loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration will drop from 0.85% to 0.55% beginning March 20. 

Mutual of Omaha Mortgage acquires Keller Mortgage

The former Keller Williams lending unit will operate alongside Mutual of Omaha Mortgage’s existing mortgage divisions. 

These Texas cities are the safest in the nation

Four out of the top five safest cities in America are in Texas, according to a new report from SmartAsset.

NAR: Existing-home sales post 12th monthly decline in January, as prices rise again

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.32% as of Feb. 16, up from 6.12% a week before and 3.92% a year earlier. 

J. Patrick Homes teaming up with Nan & Co. for “Build on Your Own Lot” project

Nan and Company Properties will serve as exclusive representation for J. Patrick Homes’ recently developed “Build on Your Own Lot” program.

This mysterious Texas pyramid can be yours for $80k

You might just mistake the Texas plains for ancient Egypt when driving past this pyramid-shaped home in Fort Davis.

Mortgage applications decline after rate increase

The pace of mortgage applications fell 7.7% in the week ended Feb. 10, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported. 

Builder confidence jumps in February

Builder confidence rose for the second consecutive month in February with a seven-point increase that brought it to its highest level since last September, the National Association of Home Builders said. 

As spring market approaches, Houston buyers are getting more for their money

With the spring housing market just around the corner, homebuyers are getting more for their money as their mortgage payments are stretching further than they have in recent months.

NAR Relief Foundation seeks to raise $5 million in 2023 campaign

The REALTORS® Relief Foundation works to provide housing relief to victims of natural disasters. 

Woodforest to open third pool this summer

The amenity will be called The Vue at The Crest Park and will also include a commercial catering kitchen and an open lawn with access to nature trails that link The Crest to other Woodforest neighborhoods.

Houston rents up 6% as half of country sees double-digit increases

Rents continue to be an attractive option for potential homebuyers holding off until mortgage rates fall and for those not quite ready to buy.

MBA: Mortgage applications jump on lower rates

The 30-year fixed rate fell for the fifth week in a row, giving a lift to lending activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. 

Take me to (a converted) church

Take me to (a converted) church Within the woods of Solon, Maine, is a beautiful wooden church — turned house.