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Monthly Update: Building Permits
In 2024, the Houston area saw $43.8 billion in construction contracts awarded, a 31% increase from 2023's $33.3 billion. January 2025 added $4.4 billion in new awards, though it was lower than January 2024's $5.4 billion. The non-building sector was significant, with nearly $1.3 billion in awards, primarily for highways and water supply systems. Residential…
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2025: Prepárate Para Un Mercado Inmobiliario Saludable
Tasas Estables: Se espera que las tasas hipotecarias se mantengan entre 5.5% y 6%, impulsando la actividad del mercado.Ventaja para Primeros Compradores: Puntajes crediticios de 640 o más permitirán mejores condiciones de préstamo.
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Is 2025 the Right Time to Sell Your Home?
Mortgage rates are expected to gradually decrease in 2025, boosting buyer interest and market activity. Housing inventory has improved but remains tight, signaling more competition for sellers in 2025.
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Conditions That Make or Break Your Home Contract
Specify mortgage details, interest rates, and loan types to avoid issues with earnest money deposits. Want seller assistance with closing costs? You must ask for it in your offer!
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Mejores Mercados de Inversión Inmobiliaria en Texas
Texas es una opción principal para los inversores inmobiliarios debido a su fuerte economía, políticas favorables para los negocios y crecimiento poblacional. Ciudades como Austin, Dallas, Houston y San Antonio ofrecen diversas oportunidades de inversión. La industria tecnológica y los bajos impuestos de Austin, la economía diversa de Dallas-Fort Worth, la asequibilidad de Houston y…
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2025 Traerá Ganancias Débiles en El Patrimonio De Las Viviendas?
Los propietarios han visto un gran crecimiento en su patrimonio desde la pandemia, pero ¿continuará en 2025?Las ganancias en los precios de las viviendas se desacelerarán en 2025, con aumentos nacionales promediando solo un 2%.
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Texas Rent 2025: 6.3% Increase Ahead!
Median rent in Texas is expected to increase by 6.3% from 2024 to 2025, reaching $1,692. The total rent increase from 2024 to 2025 is $101, adding more strain on renters.
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2025 Real Estate Forecast: Top 5 Markets in Texas
Houston: – Existing home sales: ↑ 7.2% – Median home price: ↑ 7.3llas: – Existing home sales: ↑ 7.6% – Median home price: ↑ 9.2%
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Happy Presidents’ Day
Presidents' Day celebrates all past and present U.S. presidents. It reflects on the nation's founding principles and values, including the Constitution and union. Reading of Washington's Farewell Address by a U.S. senator remains an annual event for decades.Many patriotic and historical groups celebrate Presidents' Day with reenactments and events.
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Happy Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14 around the world, and candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to appear until after 1400. By the middle of the 18th, it was…
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