Dallas mayor urges Congress to 'cut red tape,' boost private sector for more affordable housing
Johnson believes the most effective way to bring down housing prices is to encourage the private sector to increase home building.
Johnson believes the most effective way to bring down housing prices is to encourage the private sector to increase home building.
Renting is now cheaper than owning, data shows: See the list of top markets
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
Dallas Gentrification: City council examines ways to preserve affordable housing
City council members on Monday said the city has to strike a delicate balance between helping preserve and create affordable and market-rate housing while not stifling new development through cumbersome regulations.
City council members on Monday said the city has to strike a delicate balance between helping preserve and create affordable and market-rate housing while not stifling new development through cumbersome regulations.
'Dazed and Confused' home in Austin up for sale
A for-sale sign now sits in the front yard of the home that belonged to one of the characters in the 1993 film "Dazed and Confused".
A for-sale sign now sits in the front yard of the home that belonged to one of the characters in the 1993 film "Dazed and Confused".
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.
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.
Appeals court allows short-term rentals in Dallas until legal battle is decided
Short-term rental operators can continue to operate in Dallas residential neighborhoods after a court of appeals ruled in their favor.
Short-term rental operators can continue to operate in Dallas residential neighborhoods after a court of appeals ruled in their favor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Home affordability slightly improved in 2024, with Texas metros seeing the most gains.
Dallas residents continue fighting proposed high-rise apartment tower
A group of Far North Dallas residents fighting a proposed high-rise mixed-use development took their case against Dallas to court on Friday. They argue the developer did not put up proper notice about the proposed zoning change.
A group of Far North Dallas residents fighting a proposed high-rise mixed-use development took their case against Dallas to court on Friday. They argue the developer did not put up proper notice about the proposed zoning change.
Renovation company upgrades disabled Grand Prairie veteran's bathroom
Military veterans and husband and wife Manuel and Kristin Chavez were excited for the big reveal of their complete master bath remodel.
Military veterans and husband and wife Manuel and Kristin Chavez were excited for the big reveal of their complete master bath remodel.
Tiny space described as 'Harry Potter cubby' listed for rent in San Jose
A San Jose man is renting out a small space under a set of stairs, for "very cheap" with the promise to perform light chores. He said the space is big enough to fit a cot sits under a set of stairs.
A San Jose man is renting out a small space under a set of stairs, for "very cheap" with the promise to perform light chores. He said the space is big enough to fit a cot sits under a set of stairs.
'Beetlejuice' iconic home is now available on Airbnb
Fans of the popular film “Beetlejuice" will have a chance to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience at the beloved Deetz residence. Here’s how you can book a visit.
Fans of the popular film “Beetlejuice" will have a chance to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience at the beloved Deetz residence. Here’s how you can book a visit.
How many homeowners think their house is haunted? A majority, survey finds
Do you think your house might be haunted? If so, you’re not alone, a recent survey found.
Do you think your house might be haunted? If so, you’re not alone, a recent survey found.
The real estate landscape is shifting. Is now the time to buy?
In the last 24 hours, a thousand homes in DFW have posted price reductions.
In the last 24 hours, a thousand homes in DFW have posted price reductions.
Dallas City Council approves Forward Dallas plan, first zoning update in 18 years
The Dallas City Council approved the first major zoning change to city neighborhoods in the past 18 years.
The Dallas City Council approved the first major zoning change to city neighborhoods in the past 18 years.
Children's musician Raffi is selling his Canadian island home: Photos
Raffi is selling his Canadian island home with expansive ocean and mountain views for nearly $2 million.
Raffi is selling his Canadian island home with expansive ocean and mountain views for nearly $2 million.
Dallas has received 160 complaints about short-term rentals this year
The City of Dallas has passed an ordinance that would block short-term rentals from most single-family neighborhoods, but it is currently on hold.
The City of Dallas has passed an ordinance that would block short-term rentals from most single-family neighborhoods, but it is currently on hold.