Government Shutdown Scrambles Some Home Sales in Flood Zones

The recent government shutdown is creating headaches for buyers and sellers, especially in flood-prone areas. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in a flood zone, here’s what you need to know. Flood Insurance Delays Many homes in flood zones require flood insurance before a mortgage can be approved. During a government shutdown, … Read more

Fannie Mae: Mortgage Rates Likely to Stay High, Consumers Wary of Buying Homes

Fannie Mae just released its latest housing survey, showing Americans are cautious about buying homes right now. Why Rates Are Still High Even though the Federal Reserve has cut rates a few times, mortgage rates have stayed stubbornly near 7%, higher than many expected. Economic ups and downs, inflation, and market uncertainty are keeping rates … Read more

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House? Here’s What You Need to Know

Thinking about buying a house in 2025? You’re not alone. With mortgage rates dropping and more homes on the market, it might feel like the perfect time. But there’s a lot to think about before jumping in. Mortgage Rates Are Low… Sort Of Right now, the average 30-year mortgage rate is 6.38%, near the lowest … Read more

Texas Homebuyers Have Mixed Feelings About the Housing Market

A new poll asked Texas real estate agents how their clients feel about buying homes, and the answers were all over the place. Most buyers said they had enough houses to choose from, but some still felt the market was competitive. About two-thirds of buyers said there were plenty of homes, while 20% said there … Read more

KFC Moves HQ to Texas, Making the State the Fastest-Growing Business Hub

KFC, the famous Kentucky Fried Chicken, is leaving Kentucky and moving its U.S. headquarters to Plano, Texas. The move will place KFC alongside Pizza Hut Global headquarters, also in Plano, about 20 miles north of Dallas. Why Texas?Texas is booming. With no corporate or personal income taxes, a skilled workforce, and a business-friendly environment, the … Read more

Legacy West Sale Becomes Largest Mixed-Use Deal in Dallas-Fort Worth History

Legacy West, the 1.15 million-square-foot mixed-use development in Plano, has been sold to Kite Realty and Singapore’s GIC sovereign wealth fund for $785 million, making it the largest mixed-use sale in Dallas-Fort Worth history. From Idea to IconThe project was led by Invesco Real Estate from its 2017 inception, with help from Prism Places and … Read more

Plano and Dallas See More Companies Returning to Office, Boosting Commercial Leasing

As more companies ask employees to return to the office, Plano and Dallas are seeing a rise in commercial office leasing. Businesses are carefully choosing office size, location, and amenities in the post-pandemic world. Plano leads the comebackFor the first time in five years, Plano is experiencing increased interest in vacant office spaces. Filling these … Read more

For Homeowners Who Bought at Super Low Rates, Today’s Mortgage Market Feels Impossible

If you bought a home when mortgage rates were below 3%, the current housing market can feel like a nightmare. Many homeowners are stuck because today’s rates are much higher, making refinancing or moving much more expensive. Why it feels paralyzing What experts sayFinancial advisors explain that while the market is tough, homeowners shouldn’t panic. … Read more

How a Real Estate Deal Turned Into a Story About Betrayal in a Neighborhood

What started as a story about buying and selling property in New York soon became something much bigger—a tale of broken trust and community betrayal. Residents in one neighborhood say a new development promised benefits like parks, schools, and affordable housing—but the reality was different. Instead of helping the community, many feel the project has … Read more