Housing affordability is at the lowest level in over a decade
Home prices are finally falling after hitting an all-time high in 2022, but ownership is still out of reach for many Americans.
Texas has 6th highest real estate property taxes, according to study
With prices seeming to get higher and higher due to inflation, it's no surprise that Texas residents, according to a new study, are paying some of the highest rates in real estate property taxes.
Houston residents say neighborhood protection plans go too far
A crusade has reached Houston City Hall aimed at slowing down the rapid gentrification of several historically African American neighborhoods.
Houston residents say neighborhood protection plans go too far
A crusade has reached Houston City Hall aimed at slowing down the rapid gentrification of several historically African American neighborhoods. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan tells us what’s on the table and how it might impact all of us.
Home prices forecasted to plunge, but US expected to avoid a repeat of 2008 financial crisis: Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae's latest economic forecast predicted home prices will drop by over 6% in the next two years but said the U.S. market is in good shape to weather the decline.
America is more rent-burdened than ever: These cities take the biggest chunk of your budget
Renters in these U.S. cities pay, on average, more than 30% of their income in rent.
Buying a home is now more affordable than renting in these 5 US cities
While renting is more affordable than owning in 45 out of the country's 50 largest cities, there are five cities where a person may consider buying instead.
Cohousing development offers community, cost savings, and sustainability
The first cohousing development in Texas is being built in East Houston.
First co-housing development in Texas being built in Houston
FOX 26’s Heather Sullivan shares how families are saving money on housing expenses and helping the environment.
Real estate in 2023: Best, worst locations to move to in the new year
Experts offer insights into what parts of the country are best to move to if you're looking to get the most bang for your buck. Renters, meanwhile, will be in their "strongest negotiating position."
How will the home real estate market look in 2023?
Looking to buy a home or sell one? We asked Cathy Trevino with the Houston Association of Realtors for her outlook on the Houston real estate market for 2023.
Auction house selling 'The Wizard of Oz' hourglass with starting bid at $400K
The prop used by the "Wicked Witch of the West" will soon be for sale.
Couple rebuilds homes to revitalize north Houston neighborhood
A couple is taking a new approach to revitalizing a north Houston neighborhood by replacing two run-down old homes with new ones specifically designed to be Airbnbs. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan gives us a look inside.
US Marine Corps. Veteran from Houston receives mortgage free home
John Garcia's house is one of 11 homes that the group, Building Homes For Heroes, is gifting in 11 weeks in honor of the September 11th anniversary and Veterans Day.
'They don’t care,' residents at senior living apartment complex feeling trapped; elevator broken for months
Residents at the Life at Sterling Woods Apartments, a senior living complex reached out to FOX 26, saying they’re being mistreated. They tell us, their elevator has been out-of-service for almost two months.
Apartment rents in Texas increasing year by year, but by how much? New study explains
A new study gives 'ain't nothing going on but the rent' a new meaning.
Houston judge seeing a spike in domestic violence victims facing evictions
Justice of the Peace Wanda Adams says over the last two months she's seen far too many domestic violence victims standing in her courtroom facing eviction or accused of breaking their leases after running away from their abusers.
More couples are asking wedding guests to help buy a home, experts say
The wedding experts at Zola.com (http://zola.com/) said they’ve seen the number of couples asking for housing-related funds double since 2019.
Hurricane Ian could worsen ongoing homeowners insurance crisis
10 insurance companies have recently failed, including one covering Texas homeowners.
US housing recession could send home prices tumbling 20%, economist says
Home prices have already declined 5% from their May peak.