Texas Real Estate
Trealtor Last updated: November 23, 2025
A new report shows that the Trump administration is making it harder to enforce the Fair Housing Act (FHA), a law that fights discrimination in housing. The FHA was passed in 1968 to stop landlords from treating people unfairly because of their race, gender, or other factors. But the Trump administration has reduced staff and … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Former President Donald Trump gave a long speech at the United Nations (UN), criticizing the organization and its buildings. Part of his frustration goes back nearly 20 years when he, as a real estate developer, wanted to remodel the UN headquarters in New York. The UN did not choose him for the project, and he … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Texas is experiencing a cooling housing market as new home sales declined for the third consecutive month in August, even while inventory climbed to record levels. The latest report from HomesUSA.com, based on MLS data from the state’s four largest markets, paints a challenging picture for both builders and buyers. Statewide, active listings jumped to … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is offering 400 real estate management employees, previously dismissed during the Trump administration’s efficiency initiative, the chance to return to their positions, according to Federal News Network and the Associated Press. At the same time, 126 other employees at the agency’s Public Buildings Service will be officially terminated. A … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Texas is experiencing a cooling housing market as new home sales declined for the third consecutive month in August, even while inventory climbed to record levels. The latest report from HomesUSA.com, based on MLS data from the state’s four largest markets, paints a challenging picture for both builders and buyers. Statewide, active listings jumped to … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife, Angela, have drawn attention for claiming three separate homes—one near Dallas and two in Austin—as their primary residence on mortgage documents. This designation allowed the couple to secure lower interest rates, potentially saving tens of thousands over the life of the loans, according to public records. Mortgage … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Key Details: Fact Info Individuals Involved Noreen Khan (aka Noreen Khan-Mayberry), 52, former NASA technical manager; Christopher Mayberry, 53, NASA contractor employee Crime Conspiracy to commit mortgage fraud via false statements and documents Timeline 2016–2021 Scheme – Took large personal loans to fund a luxury home purchase– Defaulted on loans quickly– Falsely claimed identity theft– … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Key fact: The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 6.35%, the lowest in almost a year. Lower rates give buyers more purchasing power, but home prices are still historically high. How Mortgage Rates Affect Buyers Rate Effect on Buyers Notes 6.35% Better than earlier this year Still higher than pre-pandemic levels 5–5.5% “Magic number” … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Texas land law and foreigners: A new Texas law, SB 17, stops people from certain countries from buying or leasing homes long-term in the state. Some students and renters are already challenging the law in court. Who Is Affected Group/Person Impact of SB 17 Notes Foreign students Can’t sign leases for 1 year or longer … Read more
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Federal interest rate and Texas housing: On September 17, 2025, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25%, bringing the new range to 4%–4.25%. But Texas realtors say this small drop may not make it easier to buy a home right now. Why the Rate Cut Might Not Help Realtor Advice Realtor Sara Hamway, an … Read more