Dallas homeowners fear dropping city's parking requirement will inundate neighborhood streets
Advocates say dropping the city's parking requirement for developers will create space for more affordable housing in the city. However, others are concerned that it will create chaos on neighborhood streets.
Far North Dallas Pepper Square development approved by city plan commission
Despite fierce opposition from neighbors, the proposed development is only one final vote away from becoming a reality.
Tarrant County tries to clear up homestead exemption law change confusion
Rather than have all homestead exemption holders re-apply every five years, Tarrant appraisal officials are using an outside contractor to identify owners with questionable statuses.
Dallas homeowners win another delay for proposed high-rise development
The City Plan Commission was set to vote on the proposed Pepper Square development in Far North Dallas. However, it was delayed after homeowners complained that the city did not follow its own rules in posting the date of the public hearing.
Texas homeowners must now verify homestead exemptions every 5 years — or risk losing it
If you get a letter from your appraisal district asking you to verify your homestead exemption, don't ignore it. Those who don't respond could end up losing their exemption and paying more in taxes. Here's what you need to do.
Housing affordability improved in half of the largest US markets last year; see the list
Home affordability slightly improved in 2024, with Texas metros seeing the most gains.
Nearly half of people considering moving cite political climate as reason
Forty percent of people were hoping to move in 2025, according to a LendingTree survey.
North Dakota's governor wants to eliminate property taxes; here's how it could work
North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong has proposed a plan to phase out property taxes for primary residences, leveraging the state’s oil revenue.
Housing supply jumps to 4-year high – but it's not all great news
America's housing shortage appears to be easing, but a major reason for the increase in supply provides little comfort.
Here are the cities where renters stay put the longest: Report
Baby boomers tended to stay in one place the longest compared to Gen Z renters who on average live in one spot for less than a year.
Mortgage rates rise for second straight week, highest since July
The highest mortgage rate this year was at the beginning of May.
Here's the median net worth of homeowners vs. renters
Homeownership is often viewed as a primary way to build wealth in the U.S., particularly for low- to moderate-income households.
Airbnb rolls out ‘anti-party restrictions’ for New Year’s Eve
Airbnb introduces measures to reduce unauthorized parties during New Year’s Eve, blocking high-risk bookings globally.
City of Dallas considers selling $6.5 million hospital purchase at a loss
The city spent millions to turn it into permanent housing for the homeless without finding out if the community would be on board with its plans. It was not. And the city is now considering selling the property at a loss.
What Trump’s 2nd term could mean for the housing market: Expert weighs in
The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.
Want to buy a home in 2025? Here's where mortgage rates will land
Realtor.com's 2025 housing forecast released Wednesday indicates mortgage rates will come down next year. Here's what buyers can expect.
Grand Prairie expanding south with new master-planned community
Grand Prairie has annexed 1,500 acres of land to its south to make room for a new community called Goodland.
Here are the top states people moved to, and from, in 2023
The 2024 Migration Trends report by the National Association of Realtors showed that one U.S. region in particular attracted the most people last year.
Here's how many Californians moved to Texas last year
Not only do Texans like to stay in Texas, but Californians like to move to Texas, according to the Fall 2024 Texas Relocation Report from Texas Realtors.
Here's what the housing market will look like in 2025
Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.