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Unlocking the Dream: Texas Paves a Path to More Attainable Housing
Texas has passed new housing reforms to address high costs and limited supply by removing regulatory barriers. Laws SB 840 and SB 2477 promote "missing middle" housing and office-to-residential conversions, while HB 24 restores property rights by limiting protest petitions that delay projects. SB 15 reduces minimum lot sizes to enable smaller, affordable homes. These…
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Texas 2025: Correction Deepens, Affordability Returns
Active listings have surged more than 50% compared to pre-pandemic averages, easing extreme competition. Home prices are falling across Texas, with a near-term drop of about 4% forecast statewide.
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Housing Inflation: A Breath of Fresh Air?
Housing inflation remains elevated but is gradually cooling, with shelter index gains slowing steadily. Fed rate cuts may ease pressure, but their impact on housing inflation is limited.
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Texas: America’s Next Hot Growth Market
Texas continues to lead as one of the fastest growing states in the US. No state income tax makes Texas financially appealing for residents. Job growth spans energy, tech, and healthcare industries in Texas. Texas shows lower-than-average living costs, helping families and professionals save significantly each year. In 2025, Americans are relocating faster due to…
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Texas Ranks 8th in Luxury Home Prices Nationwide
Texas ranks 8th in the U.S. for most expensive luxury homes. A luxury home in Texas averages $2.4M, far above typical home costs in the state.
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Can You Afford a 3-Bed Home in Texas in 2025?
In 2025, buying a home remains out of reach for many Americans as housing prices continue to rise. A recent report shows that in 35 out of 50 states, a 6-figure income is now required to afford a median-priced 3-bed home. In moderately priced states like Texas, buyers need a household income of $102,000 to…
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5 Dos and Don’ts When Selling a Condo
Reviewing condo association rules early prevents fines and sale delays due to advertising or approval restrictions. Hiring a REALTOR® experienced with condos avoids costly mistakes related to association rules and unique financing.
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Texas cities dominate rankings for new home construction, report shows
Houston leads the nation in new home construction with over 11,000 permits issued early in 2025, followed by Dallas with nearly 10,000. San Antonio and Austin also rank in the top 10. Texas cities dominate the list, addressing a national housing deficit. The average new home price in the U.S. is about $485,000, with Dallas…
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Rising Competition, Regulations: Short-Term Rentals in 2025
The U.S. short-term rental market faces evolving challenges and increasing competition—what’s next in 2025? Pandemic-fueled growth led to new hosts, but competition and scrutiny have intensified across the market.
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Comité de la Cámara aprueba proyectos de ley del Senado de Texas para alivio de impuestos a la propiedad
Los Proyectos de Ley del Senado 4 y 23 buscan reducir los impuestos a la propiedad para los propietarios de viviendas en Texas. El SB 4 eleva la exención de vivienda principal de $100,000 a $140,000 para 5.7 millones de propietarios, mientras que el SB 23 aumenta las exenciones adicionales para adultos mayores y personas…