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The famous Trump Plaza Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City is for sale again. The property sits on 10.2 acres of boardwalk land and includes a remaining tower and a 2,658-space parking garage. The site was once a hotspot for celebrities and big events, including Wrestlemania and concerts by stars like Madonna. Trump opened it … Read more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

San Antonio suburbs and home prices: If you’re looking to buy a house near San Antonio, the suburbs Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch are seeing big price jumps! New shops, restaurants, and luxury apartments are fueling growth, making these areas more popular — and more expensive. How Much Are Homes Costing? Here’s a quick look … Read more

Elon Musk and Texas: Elon Musk is building a giant empire in Texas! From Tesla factories in Austin to SpaceX rocket launch sites in South Texas, Musk owns more than 500 properties covering 6,000 acres across the state. That’s like owning a small city! How Musk Buys Property in Texas Musk’s companies often buy land … Read more