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The Texas Permanent School Fund has committed $200 million (€172.3 million) to Harrison Street’s open-ended Core US Property Fund, closing on the investment near the end of September. Key Points: This investment underscores Texas Permanent’s ongoing interest in diversified, income-generating real estate assets and alternative property strategies. Trump Likely to Name New White House Ballroom … Read more

President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to name a new $300 million White House ballroom after himself. Senior administration officials are already calling it “The President Donald J. Trump Ballroom.” Although Trump hasn’t officially confirmed the name, he has a long history of branding construction projects with his own name. When asked about it, he … Read more

Buying a home in Texas this year has been a mix of excitement, stress, and strategy. According to the Texas Homebuying Experience Report from Texas REALTORS®, most Texas homebuyers felt they had enough time — and enough homes — to make their move in 2025. Home Choices and Search Time About 25% of buyers said … Read more

Austin, TX — Most Texas homebuyers felt they had enough time and inventory to make a successful purchase in the first half of 2025, according to the Texas Homebuying Experience Report. Key takeaways: Realtors noted that while national reports suggested more inventory and lower prices, the local market remained competitive, and buyers had to navigate … Read more

Pontiac, MI — A 28-year-old Pontiac woman, Amanda Escalante-Lopez, is facing 10 felony charges for allegedly defrauding homebuyers, the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office announced. Since 2024, prosecutors claim Escalante-Lopez made agreements for land contracts and home titles in the Pontiac area for properties she did not own. Victims reportedly never received keys, access, or titles … Read more

Selling a home can feel like a money pit, especially when your agent keeps suggesting upgrades. One Arlington, Texas homeowner had already spent $20,000 on updates—paint, flooring, and minor renovations—when their agent suggested an $8,000 new driveway. The goal? Sell the house for $460,000. But is it worth it? 🎯 Focus on What Moves the … Read more

Owning land is part of the American dream—freedom, space, and the chance to build something from scratch. But unlike buying a house, purchasing undeveloped land comes with hidden complexities that can turn a dream deal into a costly mistake. 📚 Do Your Homework: Land Requires Extra Due Diligence Raw land often comes without roads, utilities, … Read more

Houston is facing a housing crisis. Climate change and rising costs have pushed the affordability gap to nearly $176,000, making homeownership out of reach for many families. But a new project, Zuri Gardens, is showing a smarter way forward: large-scale 3D-printed homes. ⚡ Fast, Strong, and Affordable Zuri Gardens is led by local builder Cole … Read more

For anyone priced out of single-family homes, condos and townhouses are the next logical step. They’re more affordable, easier to maintain, and a great way to start building wealth — but when it comes to long-term returns, which one actually performs better? 📈 A Decade of Growth — Neck and Neck Over the past 10 … Read more