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  • How to Get Your Property Sale-Ready in 5 Steps

    How to Get Your Property Sale-Ready in 5 Steps

    Enhance curb appeal: A well-maintained exterior creates trust and attracts buyers from the moment they arrive. Declutter and depersonalize: Remove personal items to allow buyers to imagine themselves in the space.

  • قوانین جدید در Texas معافیت‌های مالیاتی خانه‌داران را افزایش می‌دهد

    قانون‌گذاران Texas لوایحی را تصویب کردند که معافیت مالیاتی خانه‌داران را به ۱۴۰,۰۰۰ دلار و برای سالمندان و افراد دارای معلولیت به ۲۰۰,۰۰۰ دلار افزایش می‌دهد. همچنین معافیت‌های مالیاتی بیشتری برای کسب‌وکارها در نظر گرفته شده که نیازمند تأیید رأی‌دهندگان است. مقامات این اقدام را گامی تاریخی برای کاهش مالیات املاک می‌دانند، اما منتقدان معتقدند…

  • Houston Market Heats up Again

    Houston Market Heats up Again

    May 2025 home sales ↑ 6.8%, with 9,058 single-family homes sold vs. 8,483 during May 2024. Average home price ↓ 0.7% to $438,230; median price ↓ 1.2% to $339,425 amid lower mortgage rates. Inventory reached 37,455 active listings—the highest since 2007—boosting options for potential buyers in all price ranges. Affordable segments surged: homes under $250K…

  • Build-to-rent boom transforms U.S. housing market: Explained

    The build-to-rent model is transforming the U.S. housing market, with over 100,000 new single-family rental homes under development. Leading cities include Phoenix, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and Charlotte. These homes offer modern amenities, private yards, and no maintenance, appealing to many renters amid rising home prices. However, concerns exist about reduced for-sale inventory and management quality,…

  • Houston Home Prices Inch Up: 1.5% Increase

    Houston Home Prices Inch Up: 1.5% Increase

    Houston’s home prices rose 1.5% yearly, reaching a median of $335K in Mid-Q2 2025. Inventory in Houston increased 30.6%, giving buyers more choices and sellers more competition.

  • Best Cities to Live? Pearland Ranks High for Smart Movers

    Best Cities to Live? Pearland Ranks High for Smart Movers

    Pearland ranks among the best places to live in the US, offering budget-friendly homes, strong job markets, and a pleasant lifestyle. The city is a fast-growing suburb of Houston with a metro population of 130K.

  • Houston STR Rules: What Businesses Must Know

    Houston STR Rules: What Businesses Must Know

    Houston's new short-term rental (STR) ordinance was approved in Early-Q2 2025 and starts in January 2026.The ordinance regulates STRs, including noise, taxes, safety codes, and requires human trafficking awareness training.

  • Discover Houston: Your Next Home Awaits! Explore the vibrant culture, booming job market, and affordable real estate in Houston, Texas.

    Thriving Job Market—Houston is home to major industries like energy, healthcare, and technology, offering diverse job opportunities for all skill levels. Cultural Diversity—Experience a melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and festivals that make Houston a vibrant place to live and grow. Affordable Living—With a low cost of living compared to other major cities, you can…

  • Discover Why Moving to Houston, TX is the Best Decision You’ll Ever Make!

    Vibrant Culture—Experience Houston's rich arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and endless entertainment options that make living here exciting. Thriving Job Market—With companies like ExxonMobil and NASA, Houston offers a plethora of career opportunities across various industries. Affordable Living—Enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other major cities, allowing you to maximize your lifestyle without breaking…

  • Houston Forecast for Rest of 2025

    Houston Forecast for Rest of 2025

    Home sales are expected to maintain upward momentum with continued demand. Price growth is likely to stabilize around 5% as inventory increases.

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