The median price for a new home was still above $400,000 in April despite more homes on the market and high interest rates. The tight housing supply in Dallas-Fort Worth […]
Regulatory Analysts Weigh In on the Future
As the real estate brokerage industry lays out its plans, allied groups have a role to play in helping influence regulators on needed change. In meetings, education sessions and hallways, […]
Changes to Leasing & Property Management Forms Adopted
The Legal Department of Texas REALTORS®, in collaboration with the Leasing and Property Management Forms Task Force, adopted changes to several forms, introduced new ones, and retired others. These updates, […]
Down Payments Fall From Historical Peak
There’s good news for buyers hoping to hit the spring housing market: How much you have to put down to snag a home has fallen. The amount of money a […]
Texas Leads Nation in Housing Inventory
At the end of April, housing inventory in Texas—94,950 listings—was the highest it’s been since October 2019, with Texas leading the nation in inventory. Also, sales in Q1 2024 are consistent […]
Dallas Is America’s Most Dog-Obsessed City for Renters
Everything is bigger in Texas — including our love for canines. Even dog obsession is bigger in Texas, and no one does it bigger than Dallas. Zillow researchers and dog-centric […]
Get Your ABR® Designation Course for Free
In 2024, NAR is offering REALTORS® the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation course for free. This course is your first step towards earning the ABR® designation, equipping you with essential […]
Introducing Realtor.com®’s Buyer’s Agent Toolkit
Great news for real estate pros: Realtor.com® just launched its Buyer’s Agent Toolkit. It’s loaded with ready-to-use materials to amplify the message and show your support of buyer representation. Here’s […]
NAR Practice Changes To Take Effect Aug. 17
The changes were reviewed by the MLS Emerging Issues and Technology Advisory Board and adopted by the NAR Leadership Team. The National Association of REALTORS® announced Friday new details regarding […]
“Safety and Respect of Persons and Property”: What’s It Really Mean?
Showing violations have increased sharply the past two months, so let’s take a moment to review the rules around showing a property (NTREIS MLS Rules & Regulations Section 8-Selling Procedures). […]