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May 15, 2013
Home sales in Texas? Remarkably strongExpert analysis of the most recent Texas Quarterly Housing Report, published by the Texas Association of REALTORS®, indicates a remarkably strong real estate market. Texas home sales and prices are on a clear upward trajectory, says Jim Gaines, Ph.D., economist with the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M. Read more.
Apr. 24, 2013
Don’t believe everything you read about REALTORS®In recent months, two websites have piqued the attention … and concern … of many REALTORS® and consumers in Texas. Read more.
Apr. 19, 2013
Fair Housing prohibits discriminationIt’s April, which means it’s Fair Housing Month – a time when we remind and encourage all Texans to support fair housing practices under the Fair Housing Act. So what are the basics? Read more.
Feb. 7, 2013
Putting the short into short salesAccording to Freddie Mac, short sales are speeding up. Last November, Freddie Mac launched its new Standard Short Sale program, which seeks to cut down the amount of time a short sale takes by as much as 75%. It also is designed to make the entire process more transparent. Read more.
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