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It’s a seller’s market, according to HomeLight report

Nearly half of all agents report their business was growing in June, according to a new HomeLight report.

Houston researchers unveil air filter that instantly kills the coronavirus

Researchers at the Texas Center for Superconductivity have developed an innovative electronically heated air filter that’s capable of instantly capturing and neutralizing the coronavirus.

Clearing the way for a safer, more resilient Houston

A new report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University recommends Houston break the cycle of destruction and rebuilding and instead focus on an effective buyout program before the next flood comes.

Texas leads the list of top-selling master planned communities

A new report from RCLCO shows Texas had the greatest number of top-selling master planned communities during the first half of 2020.

Is real estate recovering? Most Realtors say yes

Real estate professionals are optimistic that the market recovery is underway, according to a new survey by the National Association of Realtors. The survey, which was conducted from June 24 to June 26, found that 92% of respondents say

HAR releases list of 10 most expensive homes sold in June

Sales of Houston luxury homes were down more than 10% year over year in June, although nine Houston agents sold homes priced between $3 million and $6 million.

Houston high-end listings begin to bounce back from last month

Zillow: Now could be a good time to trade up on luxury homes.

Neil Armstrong’s Houston family home hits the market

The Houston home of former astronaut Neil Armstrong is for sale.

Houston home sales in June rival 2019’s record pace

Pent-up demand resulting from COVID-19 boosted Houston home sales, providing a welcome, but possibly brief respite from the pandemic’s effects.

Real Estrange: Nightclub is the new ballroom

This historic landmark contains a ballroom that’s been turned into a super-chic nightclub. The 9-bedroom, 7.5-bath home, listed at $21.8 million, was inspired by a small château on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles in France.

Unemployment fell in June, but coronavirus setbacks in some states may slow rebound

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a drop in unemployment claims in June, as the country added nearly five million jobs. But economists warn rebound in coronavirus cases could result in another labor shock.

Making Moves: The Jamie McMartin Group ranks among top 1,000 real estate groups

Coldwell Banker Realty’s The Jamie McMartin group nabs ranking in prestigious Real Trends The Thousand Report.

Hill Country architect’s delight

The home will dazzle residents and visitors alike with unique details such as its kitchen wall made of lichen-speckled tree bark and kitchen island topped with white macaubas quartzite.

HAR stops use of “master,” while NAR defends term

The Houston Association of Realtors has replaced the phrases “master bedroom” and “master bathroom” with “primary bedroom” and “primary bathroom” on its property listing database.

New construction sales numbers rose 16.6% in May, amid growing builder sentiment

Despite record-breaking unemployment, sales of newly built single-family homes rose in May, as builders rushed to meet pent-up demand and flight to suburbs.

Houston real estate recovery headed in the right direction

“Markets with stronger job creation pre-COVID are proving to have the crucial edge for real estate activity, particularly those with a strong technology sector.” — Javier Vivas, director of economic research for Realtor.com

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