Dallas vs. Houston: Cost of Living and Real Estate

Texas’s 2 largest metropolitan areas sit approximately 240 miles apart along I-45. Both attract new residents with strong job markets, diverse communities, major airports, growing suburbs and the financial advantage of living in a state without an individual income tax. However, the monthly math is different enough to change what kind of home you can afford and what it will cost to own it. Here is...

Texas First-Time Home Buyer Programs: A Complete 2026 Guide

Buying your first home in Texas can feel like a major financial hurdle, especially when you start adding up the down payment, closing costs, property taxes, insurance, inspections, and other expenses associated with purchasing a home. But here's something many first-time buyers don't realize: You may not need 20% down to buy a home in Texas. Qualified Texas buyers may have access to mortgage...