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International homebuyers spent $4 billion on Texas real estate in 12 months

Nearly half of the purchases — 49% — were made in cash.

Texas legislation will prevent HOAs from income-based discrimination

A new Texas law passed with bipartisan support aims to prevent Homeowners’ Associations from discriminating against low-income renters.

Texas cities lead the pack for new apartment construction

The Dallas metro area ranked No. 1 in the country for new construction during the pandemic era, adding 76,660 units to the rental market.

Case-Shiller: Home-price index just 0.02% off 2022 peak; Dallas sees 4.1% decline 

A fifth consecutive month of increases in the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index suggests the housing market recovery that began earlier this year is likely to continue. 

Dallas-area cities rank among 2023’s best real estate markets

McKinney ranked as the No. 1 real estate market in the country.

PulteGroup hires COO 

The hire follows the December 2022 firing of the homebuilder’s senior vice president for field operations, who had been tapped to become COO on Jan. 1. 

Compass ranks No. 1 brokerage in Texas for Q1 sales volume

“We’re tremendously proud of our outstanding agents across Texas who put in the time and effort to make Compass the number one brokerage in Texas,” said Rachel Hocevar, president of Compass’ Southwest Region.

You can now reserve your very own 3D-printed home in West Texas

The homes will be constructed using materials that match the natural West Texas landscape, utilizing advanced engineering and robotics.

Keller Williams launches three more enrichment programs for agents 

The brokerage says the “business communities” — KW Operations, KW Wellness and KW Clarity — provide agents with specialized training, technology, coaching and referral opportunities. 

Pace of annual home-price gains slows again in latest CoreLogic Case-Shiller; Dallas sees 5% increase

In Dallas, home prices rose 5% year over year and dipped 0.9% month over month.

Realtor.com: Week of March 26 is best time to list in Dallas

Nationally, the week of April 16-22 is likely to provide sellers with the most favorable conditions for a successful sale of any week of the year, although the exact timing varies widely by market. 

Texas REALTORS® shares plans for upcoming REALTOR® Day at the Texas Capitol

Representatives from the National Association of REALTORS®’ “Riding with the Brand” tour will accompany Texas REALTORS® to the Texas Capitol in Austin on March 22.

Top-performing Douglas Elliman agents honored at annual Ellie Awards

Top-performers from Houston, Dallas and Austin were recognized for their work throughout 2022 at the ceremony on March 8.

Texas among most pet-friendly states for renters

Zillow’s most recent Consumer Home Trends Report shows that 59% of all renters have a pet: a post-pandemic spike.

Texas is home to some of the best cities to start a business

One major business-friendly perk in Texas is the statewide 0% corporate income tax.

Report: Average home changes hands every 12 years

People staying in their homes longer is contributing to the lack of inventory that continues to impact buyers.

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