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Why single-woman homebuyers seriously surpass male counterparts

Single women made up 20% of total homebuyers between 2023 and 2024. That’s compared to just an 8% share for single men.

Housing starts post surprisingly big jump in February 

The pace of new-home construction was higher than economists expected, even as homebuilders expressed concern about the impact of tariffs and supply-side challenges. 

The 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston in February

The two most expensive homes sold in greater Houston last month are located in Piney Point Village.

NAR: Black homeownership still lags other racial groups despite highest annual increase

At the same time, Asian and Hispanic homeownership increased as well.

Real estate stocks hold firm during rough week on Wall Street

The week’s biggest real estate winner was Redfin, which saw its stock nearly double.

Is Compass acquiring HomeServices of America?

Compass is in “advanced talks” to acquire competitor HomeServices of America, per The Wall Street Journal. But the HomeServices of America CEO says it isn’t true.

Cypress Green offering ‘hometown heroes’ discount in March

Cypress Green, a master-planned community in Hockley, is offering a $10,000 discount to firefighters, EMTs, teachers, police officers and active-duty military personnel who purchase a home during the month of March.

Matthew Cenedella named CFO for NAR

Matthew Cenedella replaces John Pierpoint, who will retire at the end of the month after nearly 40 years with the association.

Texas REALTORS® report shows sales steadied in 2024 while home availability jumped

While Texas home sales remained steady year over year, buyers enjoyed more options in 2024, according to the Texas Real Estate Year in Review report from Texas REALTORS®.  The report showed that home sales inched up in 14 Texas

Rocket to acquire Redfin

The acquisition was described as an all-stock transaction.

When’s the best time to sell a home in Houston?

If you have a would-be seller close to getting ready to put their home on the market, now’s the time to prepare. 

Nan and Company Properties named exclusive Texas sales and marketing partner for Grand Cayman development

Nan and Company Properties is collaborating with Skylla Group to serve as the Texas marketing and sales team for Mandarin Oriental Residences, Grand Cayman in the Caribbean.

CoreLogic: Home-price growth slows in January, with further deceleration possible 

Falling consumer sentiment suggests potential homebuyers are wary of the short-term economic outlook and future inflation, CoreLogic Chief Economist Selma Hepp said. 

The tariffs took effect. Now what?

After a month-long delay, the 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico have gone into effect. Additionally, President Donald Trump signed an executive order increasing tariffs on imports from China to 20%.

Homeowners would rather lose money than sell to their ex

Furthermore, 13% of homeowners said they’d take their home off the market if they learned their ex was considering buying it.

Keller Williams names Christopher Czarnecki as president and CEO, announces investment partnership

Czarnecki fills the shoes of past president and CEO Mark Willis, who stepped down in January.

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