Real Estate

That viral video saying you can get $40,000 for a Houston-area down payment with just a 580 credit score leaves out a lot. Here's what Harris County's program really requires, who can still use it in 2026, and the statewide programs buyers can use instead.

Thinking about moving to Texas? Explore some of the best places to live in Dallas-Fort Worth and Greater Houston, including popular suburbs, new construction communities, first-time buyer options, and key factors like price, commute, lifestyle, taxes, and amenities.

The Fed just raised rates for the first time since 2023, and Texas mortgage rates are near 7%. Here's what the hike means for your monthly payment, your buying power and your sale price, whether you're buying or selling in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth or anywhere in Texas.

Texas buyers now sign written agreements before most residential showings, but that does not automatically mean you will pay your REALTOR® entirely out of pocket. Here is how buyer agent compensation, seller contributions, builder compensation, and offer strategy actually work in 2026.

At 6.67% on a resale, renting wins in both Houston and Dallas. At 2.99% on new construction with the same 3.5% down, buying wins by year four. Same buyer, same cash to close — here's the full math, plus the eight items of fine print that decide which one is real for you.

Living in Crandall TX? Explore Heartland homes, builders, property taxes, MUDs, schools, amenities and the real commute to Dallas.

Learn how to file your Fort Bend County homestead exemption in 2026 through FBCAD, including eligibility, documents, deadlines and online filing instructions.

Learn how to file a Montgomery County homestead exemption in 2026 through MCAD, including eligibility, filing instructions, required documents and deadlines.

Houston hit a record 40,750 homes for sale in July 2026. See what 5.5 months of inventory means for Houston buyers, sellers, and pricing strategy.

Houston homeowners could save more than $2,000 annually by filing a free homestead exemption. Learn how to apply with HCAD, what documents you need and what to do if you missed the deadline.