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Dallas ranks No. 3 in U.S. for home sales in July  

The Metroplex also ranked third for housing inventory, according to the most recent RE/MAX National Housing Report.   

Existing-home sales end 4 months of declines in July 

The pace of home sales increased 1.3% from June after months of decreases, the National Association of REALTORS® said.      

Dallas housing market shifts to balance, sellers no longer at an advantage

Competition in the housing market is expected to reignite as falling mortgage rates breathe new life into buyers, according to Zillow’s latest report. 

Metroplex home sales rise 4.6% in July, reversing June dip 

Meanwhile, the median price of a home in the Dallas-Fort Worth area slid 1.7% year over year. 

U.S. ultra-luxury sales rise 4% in first half of 2024 

In Dallas-Fort Worth, five of these properties have traded hands this year, compared to three last year.

Housing inventory reaches post-pandemic high as market continues to balance

The combination of rising inventory and price reductions in Dallas and nationwide is creating a more buyer-friendly market.

Pending home sales regain upward momentum in June 

The National Association of REALTORS® said its Pending Home Sales Index rose 4.8% month over month. 

The most popular ways to upgrade a home in 2024 — without a huge demolition

There are plenty of ways to upgrade a home without knocking down walls or hiring a whole construction crew.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Texas

The priciest new listing in the Lone Star State is a $15.95 million estate in University Park, listed by Allie Beth Allman of Allie Beth Allman & Associates.

Frisco is the No. 4 most affordable city in the U.S. for remote workers

Frisco is one of the most affordable cities in the country for people who work from home, according to a report from CoworkingCafe.

Falling mortgage rates, increased supply create opportunities for homebuyers

Despite record high prices, two factors are creating opportunities for homebuyers this summer: falling mortgage rates and rising supply.

Many of the fastest-growing suburbs are in Texas

Suburban and exurban growth is outpacing that of major cities across the United States, and Texas is no exception.

Most American homeowners crave privacy from their neighbors

Despite spending more time than ever at home, more than half of Americans admit to hiding from their neighbors, according to a survey from Top Rail Fence.

Houzz: The top outdoor home trends for 2024

Summer is underway, and many homeowners are looking for ways to upgrade their outdoor spaces so they can enjoy the heat in style.

How much value do renovations add to fixer-uppers across Texas?

Renovating a fixer-upper is one way to add significant value to a residential property — but just how much value can homeowners add in the Lone Star State?

Texas has some of the lowest energy costs in the country

Texas ranks as one of the U.S. states with the lowest overall energy costs, meaning major savings for Texans.

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