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- Community nonprofits to get first look at foreclosed properties
Some of the country's biggest mortgage lenders have now reached an agreement with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to give local nonprofit organizations the ability to purchase foreclosed homes before investors have an opportunity to bid onSeptember 2nd, 2010 3:09pm - Construction jobs tumble in Houston
As the nation's housing economy continues to struggle, one of the biggest effects has been seen in the construction industry, which has been forced to cut thousands of jobs in the Houston area.September 2nd, 2010 3:09pm - Refinancing applications continue to rise
Record-low interest rates are continuing to fuel increased numbers of consumers looking to refinance their mortgages, and purchase activity also showed slight growth for the second consecutive week.September 1st, 2010 12:37pm - Texas foreclosures fall, but more homeowners falling behind
The number of Houston homes currently in foreclosure may be falling, but future signs point toward a continued trend of distressed properties.August 31st, 2010 12:12pm - Buyers of Houston homes need to be aware of home transfer fees
There are a number of things to consider when purchasing a home. But one thing that home buyers in Texas need to be especially aware of is the issue of reconveyance and transfer fees.August 31st, 2010 11:59am - Texans remain financially stressed
A new report says that Texas residents are dealing with increasing levels of financial distress.August 31st, 2010 11:59am - NAR: Commercial real estate is a "tenant's market"
The latest report by the National Association of Realtors says that while the commercial real estate market is beginning to show signs of stabilizing, it is still tilted towards the tenant.August 31st, 2010 11:38am - HUD chief says tax credit may return
As he announced a pair of new government programs aimed at stemming foreclosures, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Shaun Donovan said that the Obama administration remains open to the idea of reviving the first-time homebuyer credit, after its eAugust 30th, 2010 11:56am - New report highlights improving Houston schools
A new study on education systems in cities across the country says Houston has one of the most innovative programs in the nation.August 30th, 2010 11:55am - Many commercial borrowers now abandoning underwater properties
It's not unusual to hear of homeowners who stop paying their mortgages for properties that aren't worth as much as their loans. But now, as the Wall Street Journal reports, many commercial property owners are also strategically defaulting on their propertAugust 27th, 2010 4:41pm - Twelve percent of Houston homeowners have upside down loans
A new study shows that a number of local homeowners are dealing with underwater mortgages.August 27th, 2010 4:31pm - Mortgage rates continue their record-setting drop
Continually dropping rates are making a mortgage even more attractive for those looking at Houston homes for sale.August 27th, 2010 4:31pm - Clean energy could create a major boon for Houston real estate market
New research has shown that the development of wind and solar energy in the state could give a needed boost to the economy.August 27th, 2010 2:24pm - First few days of a listing are crucial
Those trying to sell Houston real estate may want to pay attention. A new study shows that while you can lower your asking price later on, the first few days of a listing generate the most interest.August 26th, 2010 12:04pm - Texas home prices rise, beat national trend
While home prices nationwide are decreasing, the price of Houston homes is growing.August 25th, 2010 5:16pm - Refinancing applications rise, but purchases drop again
While low interest rates are continuing to motivate homeowners to refinance their mortgages, they are still failing to significantly affect the number of loans for home purchases.August 25th, 2010 4:59pm - Industry changes lead to instability in local commercial markets
The traditionally stable market for Houston commericial real estate is now dealing with a great deal of uncertainty due to a number of industry changes, the Wall Street Journal reports.August 25th, 2010 12:04pm - Prices rise as July home sales see expected fall
The National Association of Realtors says that existing home sales dropped more than 27 percent in July following the expiration of the first-time homebuyer credit.August 24th, 2010 4:56pm - Percentage of first-time homebuyers plummets
With the expiration of the federal tax credit, the percentage of first-time homebuyers making home purchases has seen a significant drop in the past month.August 24th, 2010 12:18pm - Study shows oil spill's effect on home sales
A new study shows that the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill has had a strong effect on home sales throughout the Gulf Coast, including inland regions.August 23rd, 2010 11:42am - Homeowners may be out of touch with value of Houston properties
A recent survey shows that many homebuyers may not have a firm grip on the local Houston real estate market.August 23rd, 2010 11:42am - Drop in employment could exacerbate home sale issues
After seeing job growth in Houston over each of the last five months, employers cut 17,000 jobs in July, according to statistics from the Texas Workforce Commission - which could lead to a rise in Houston foreclosures as homeowners struggle to pay their mAugust 23rd, 2010 11:39am - Banks loosening commercial lending standards
A new report shows that commercial lending standards are easing for the first time in four years, meaning that companies looking to purchase Houston commercial property may find credit more available.August 20th, 2010 12:45pm - Green features important for Houston homes
New research shows that home buyers are increasingly looking for energy efficiency while sorting through real estate listings.August 20th, 2010 12:44pm - Mortgage rates drop to record lows
Conditions for home buying are continuing to improve, as mortgage rates in the U.S. have continued their record-setting decline - setting an all-time low for the ninth-consecutive week, according to figures released by Freddie Mac.August 20th, 2010 12:44pm
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