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The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

A $20 million estate in Westlake tops the list of the 10 most expensive new listings in Texas.

Case-Shiller: Home prices hit an all-time high for the 16th month in a row in September 

Despite the new record in September, the rate of increase continues to slow. 

Buyer’s agent commissions remain mostly unchanged under NAR’s new rules

The new findings come from real estate tech strategist Mike DelPrete.

NAR: Existing-home sales rebound in October 

The increase follows two months of declines, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

New single-family housing construction dips in October 

Multifamily construction, meanwhile, rose on a monthly basis. 

2025 home trend predictions: technology meets old-world charm

Homeowners and buyers will prioritize nostalgic, old-world design sensibilities juxtaposed with modern sustainability technologies next year, according to Zillow.

Dallas-Fort Worth’s real estate prospects rated No. 1 in the nation

Experts were asked to rate markets in categories such as investment potential and development opportunities.

CoreLogic: Home-price gains slowed again in September 

Looking ahead, the CoreLogic Home Price Insights report predicts home prices will dip by 0.1% in October on a month-over-month basis.      

Wet rooms: The evolution of the bathroom

A growing number of renovating homeowners now classify their primary bathroom as a “wet room,” according to the 2024 Houzz Bathroom Trends Study.

Dallas housing inventory, starts increase

At the same time, existing-home sales declined, and days on market rose.

Counselors of Real Estate names most pressing issues facing the industry, including politics and AI

Sustainability and housing affordability are on the top 10 list.

Case-Shiller: Home prices hit all-time high again in August, but rate of increase slowed 

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index hit a new record in August, marking the 15th month in a row of new highs. 

New-home sales decline in Texas’ biggest cities in September 

New-home prices, meanwhile, were mixed among the state’s largest cities, according to the latest report from HomesUSA. 

New-home sales post surprise gain in September 

The median price of a new home sold during the month was also up, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

NAR: Existing-home sales dip again in September 

Sales slid 1% compared to August, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

Dallas-area home sales slide in Q3 

The median sales price of a Metroplex home was down 0.8% year over year, at $396,870. 

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