Home Price Index went up 4.1%, while starter homes are more affordable than they’ve been in four years — in part due to a shift in perspective. A couple of […]
Mortgage Rates Fall to 2-Year Lows
The typical borrower could save more than $300 on a monthly mortgage payment compared to just a few months ago. Mortgage rates moved lower again this week, offering up more […]
MetroTex Staff Receives Certifications at September CMLS Conference
The CMLX1 Certification was awarded to Edith Vasquez, MetroTex Senior MLS Instructor, and Sherri Godeaux, MetroTex MLS Data Integrity Specialist, by the Council of MLSs at their September Conference. The […]
A Legacy of Resilience: The Journey of Latino Homeownership in Texas
Lee este artículo en español. From historic land grants to breaking modern barriers, Latino homeowners in Texas have shown resilience at every turn. Where It All Began The story of […]
Sluggish Summer May Turn to Busy Fall for Real Estate
Real estate professionals remain hopeful that lower mortgage rates and more inventory will bring home buyers back to the market. Read more from NAR’s latest home sales report. Real estate […]
Upcoming Changes to the T-47 Affidavit Requirement
The Texas Department of Insurance has proposed updating the T-47 Affidavit requirement. Sellers would be able to use the new T-47.1 Declaration, which doesn’t require notarization, instead of the T-47 […]
The Best Investor Opportunities? Look South
Florida, North Carolina and Texas dominate a new report sizing up the top 10 markets for real estate investment. Key Points: Like other buyers and sellers, real estate investors have […]
How Can Two Appraisers Value the Same Property Differently?
A variety of factors—including timing, purpose of the valuation and comparable sales used—can lead to disparities. One of the most frustrating things for consumers, agents, and even appraisers involved in […]
Construction Activity on the Rebound
Housing starts and completions rose year-over-year, and builders expressed more confidence this month — but a significant housing shortfall remains. Construction activity rebounded for the most part in August as […]
How Can You Impact Diversity? Expand Your Customer Base
Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s first Hispanic president, discusses how the real estate industry can better serve the growing market for Hispanic buyers and other consumer segments. Hispanic home […]