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What Everyone’s Getting Wrong About the Rise in New Home Inventory
You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash. And if you lived through the crash back in 2008, seeing new construction is up again may feel a little scary. Get more details in my blog.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Aug 28, 20253 min read


History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers
Now that the market is slowing down, homeowners who haven’t sold at the price they were hoping for are increasingly pulling their homes off the market. Get details here on my blog post on what is expected in the future.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Aug 28, 20253 min read


What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market
This blog post focuses on an economic slowdown and what it means for the housing market.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
May 5, 20252 min read


How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market
Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). The overwhelming expectation is that they’ll cut the Federal...
Desiree Savory
Sep 6, 20243 min read


How do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?
Are you wondering if the upcoming election will have an impact on the housing market? Here’s what history tells us you need to know.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Jul 15, 20241 min read


How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?
Here's the scoop on what's really happening. A lot of the big investor activity is actually in the rearview mirror already.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
May 23, 20242 min read


Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market
Let us look at why there won't be a recession that tanks the housing market.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Mar 12, 20242 min read


3 Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability
Over the past year, a lot of people have been talking about housing affordability and how tight it’s gotten. But just recently, there’s...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Jan 20, 20242 min read


Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?
During the pandemic, many people distanced themselves from their loved ones for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away from...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Oct 11, 20232 min read


Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future
Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Sep 6, 20232 min read


Equity Is a Game Changer for Homeowners Looking To Sell
With today’s affordability challenges, that equity can be a game changer when you move. Here’s why.

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Aug 18, 20232 min read
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The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights The biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Feb 20, 20231 min read


Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.
Last year, the housing market slowed down in response to higher mortgage rates, and that had an impact on home prices. If you’re thinking...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Jan 26, 20232 min read


HAR’s Housing & Rental Affordability Report – Q3 2022
Take a look at the Houston Association of REALTORS Housing and Rental Affordability Report released in November, 2022. Click here for...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Jan 24, 20231 min read
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Key Terms To Know When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Buying a home is a major transaction that can seem even more complex when you don’t understand the terms used throughout...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Jan 22, 20231 min read


Wondering How Much You Need To Save for a Down Payment?
If you’re getting ready to buy your first home, you’re likely focused on saving up for everything that purchase involves. One cost that’s...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Jan 3, 20232 min read


What To Expect From the Housing Market in 2023
The 2022 housing market has been defined by two key things: inflation and rapidly rising mortgage rates. And in many ways, it's put the...

Jo Ann S. Stevens
Dec 27, 20223 min read
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