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  • Happy Fourth of July

    Happy Fourth of July

    To all great Americans around the world, a very Happy Fourth of July to you all. This day is incredibly significant as the day the United States officially became its own nation. Let’s celebrate America’s birthday with festivals, parades, fireworks and other festive activities.The 4th of July marks the day America became a country where…

  • Houston Market: Luxury Real Estate up 34%

    Houston Market: Luxury Real Estate up 34%

    Houston housing rebounds: After a slow start, Houston's housing market is booming, with Early-Q2 sales exceeding last year's numbers.Inventory surge: The number of homes for sale has risen to pre-pandemic levels, giving buyers more options.

  • New Affordable Housing Option Opens in Houston

    New Affordable Housing Option Opens in Houston

    A new apartment project offers affordable one- and two-bedroom units in Houston for those earning 60% or less of the area's median income.

  • Houston Has 4,800 Build-to-Rent Homes on the Way

    Houston Has 4,800 Build-to-Rent Homes on the Way

    Houston ranks 3rd in the nation for built-to-rent homes, with 4,836 under construction. Factors driving this surge: – Pandemic's impact on remote work – Millennials reaching nesting age – Challenges in home buying

  • Happy Father’s Day

    Happy Father’s Day

    Approximately 2.5 billion Father's Day cards are sent each year. Neckties have become a popular traditional gift for Father's Day. "World's Greatest Dad" is a popular Father's Day phrase. Breakfast in bed is a common Father's Day treat. Wishing a fantastic Father's Day to all the dads who strive to be the best versions of…

  • New listings rise 12% annually in Houston

    New listings were strong in the 20th week of the year, with 3,543 properties added to the MLS, a 12% increase from the previous year. However, pending listings and closings decreased annually. Pending listings dropped by 12.2% and closings by 5.8%. Property showings decreased by 10.1%, but listing views on HAR.com increased by 19.1%. Continue…

  • Happy Flag Day

    Happy Flag Day

    Flag Day is the American flag's birthday party every June 14th! Flag Day was proclaimed in 1916 but officially recognized in 1949. Talk about a late celebration! Betsy Ross, a seamstress, sewed the first flag. Imagine if designers today made flag-inspired outfits!

  • Fort Bend County Market Update

    Fort Bend County Market Update

  • Houston: Top 5 Wealthiest Cities in the US

    Houston: Top 5 Wealthiest Cities in the US

    The US is the richest country in the world with ~$67T of investable wealth held by high net worth individuals. Houston has experienced significant growth in its millionaire population, ↑ 70% in 10-yr to reach 91K millionaires in 2024.

  • Houston requires the lowest salary to live comfortably, study says

    Houston has the lowest required salary for a comfortable living, according to a study. Continue to full article

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