Gov. Abbott targets 'out-of-control' property taxes with new five-point tax relief plan
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
Texas ranks 9th highest in US property tax rates, according to new study
Texas homeowners pay the ninth-highest property taxes in the U.S., with median bills nearly $900 above the national average despite lower home values.
Texas homeowners pay the ninth-highest property taxes in the U.S., with median bills nearly $900 above the national average despite lower home values.
Post Malone’s childhood home in Texas hits market
The childhood home of musician Post Malone hit the market in Grapevine, Texas, this week.
The childhood home of musician Post Malone hit the market in Grapevine, Texas, this week.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
When to plant vegetables in Texas: 2026 frost dates and zone guide
Maximize your garden’s success with our 2026 Texas planting guide, featuring the best times to start your vegetables based on your local frost dates and hardiness zone.
Maximize your garden’s success with our 2026 Texas planting guide, featuring the best times to start your vegetables based on your local frost dates and hardiness zone.
North Texas plumbers assist as thaw triggers wave of burst pipes
Local plumbers and fire crews have been busy as the thawing process has exposed some pipes that expanded and cracked in the bitter cold.
Local plumbers and fire crews have been busy as the thawing process has exposed some pipes that expanded and cracked in the bitter cold.
Plumbers warn of hidden pipe damage as North Texas prepares for thaw
A North Texas plumber is advising residents to keep faucets running in a steady stream and prepare to shut off their main water valves as rising temperatures threaten to reveal pipe damage caused by the deep freeze.
A North Texas plumber is advising residents to keep faucets running in a steady stream and prepare to shut off their main water valves as rising temperatures threaten to reveal pipe damage caused by the deep freeze.
Texas winter storm: Will insurance cover burst pipes, ice damage?
As a winter storm moves through Texas, homeowners may be wondering what their insurance will cover in the event of damage.
As a winter storm moves through Texas, homeowners may be wondering what their insurance will cover in the event of damage.
More homes in Texas sold for over $1 million in 2025 than ever before
A record-setting number of Texas homes were sold for $1 million or more from Nov. 2024 to Oct. 2025, according to the 2025 Texas Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Report released by Texas Realtors.
A record-setting number of Texas homes were sold for $1 million or more from Nov. 2024 to Oct. 2025, according to the 2025 Texas Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Report released by Texas Realtors.
'Seniors' may soon be 10 years younger when it comes to Texas property tax breaks
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the launch of "Operation Double Nickel" on Tuesday, which would lower the age used to designate senior citizens who qualify for saving money on property taxes.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the launch of "Operation Double Nickel" on Tuesday, which would lower the age used to designate senior citizens who qualify for saving money on property taxes.
Texas lawmakers call for reform as state ranks 3rd for home insurance expenses
Some lawmakers are now calling on the governor to hold the insurance industry accountable.
Some lawmakers are now calling on the governor to hold the insurance industry accountable.
Texas voters approve tax savings for senior, disabled homeowners
Texas senior and disabled homeowners to see an increase in their homestead tax exemption as voters on track to pass Proposition 11.
Texas senior and disabled homeowners to see an increase in their homestead tax exemption as voters on track to pass Proposition 11.
Venmo, Bilt team up to reinvent rent and mortgage payments
Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.
Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.
Mercantile Building residents evicted: Building unsafe for prolonged period
After a severe flood and electrical short, residents of a downtown Dallas high-rise were told their leases are terminated and they must permanently vacate the uninhabitable building within 30 days without the use of elevators or power.
After a severe flood and electrical short, residents of a downtown Dallas high-rise were told their leases are terminated and they must permanently vacate the uninhabitable building within 30 days without the use of elevators or power.
Dallas City Council considers fate of controversial cell tower on Irving border
A Dallas City Council decision is pending on a proposed 200-foot cell tower on Dallas property, facing opposition from nearby Irving residents who argue it is too close to their homes and violates separation standards.
A Dallas City Council decision is pending on a proposed 200-foot cell tower on Dallas property, facing opposition from nearby Irving residents who argue it is too close to their homes and violates separation standards.
Homeowner fights to keep her home affordable as taxes soar
A Dallas homeowner who bought her house through a Habitat for Humanity program is suing the Dallas Central Appraisal District for the second time, arguing her property's tax value should be capped because of a deed restriction that limits how much she can sell the home for.
A Dallas homeowner who bought her house through a Habitat for Humanity program is suing the Dallas Central Appraisal District for the second time, arguing her property's tax value should be capped because of a deed restriction that limits how much she can sell the home for.
Lawmakers target 'deed fraud' with new legislation to fight home title theft
Home title theft is a growing crime where crooks file fake documents with real information to get your home signed over to them. State lawmakers are working to put a stop to it.
Home title theft is a growing crime where crooks file fake documents with real information to get your home signed over to them. State lawmakers are working to put a stop to it.
Top five buyer-friendly housing markets offer price cuts and increased inventory
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Texas homeowners battle rising insurance rates, lawmakers offer no help
Texas homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, and rates are increasing by double digits year over year. And there’s not much relief in sight from the Texas Legislature.
Texas homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, and rates are increasing by double digits year over year. And there’s not much relief in sight from the Texas Legislature.
Study reveals states with the most overcrowded homes in the US
A new LendingTree study reveals that nearly 19 million Americans live in overcrowded homes, with California, Hawaii and New York topping the list for the highest rates of shared bedrooms.
A new LendingTree study reveals that nearly 19 million Americans live in overcrowded homes, with California, Hawaii and New York topping the list for the highest rates of shared bedrooms.