Real Estate
Analysis: Rising Property Values — And Taxes — During An Economic Slump
May 29, 2020
Analysis: Rising Property Values — And Taxes — During An Economic Slump
Many Texas property owners are sweating potential increases in their taxes, which are based on property values that don't reflect…
New Digital Tools Help Homeowners, Renters Know Their Options And Get Help
May 29, 2020
New Digital Tools Help Homeowners, Renters Know Their Options And Get Help
“Just as we responded to provide critical stability to the markets, we quickly moved to assist homeowners and renters. There’s…
Mortgage Rates Continue Downward Trend
May 22, 2020
Mortgage Rates Continue Downward Trend
Mortgage Rates Continue Downward Trend...Yesterday, Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey showing that the 30-year fixed-rate…
City Government Spending: Sobering Up The Drunken Sailors
May 20, 2020
City Government Spending: Sobering Up The Drunken Sailors
For years, city halls around the state spent like drunken sailors, acting as if Texas’ economic expansion was without end.…
Multiple Federal Agencies Launch Joint Mortgage, Housing Assistance Website For Americans Impacted By COVID-19
May 19, 2020
Multiple Federal Agencies Launch Joint Mortgage, Housing Assistance Website For Americans Impacted By COVID-19
“During these uncertain times, consumers need reliable, fair, and accurate information on the protections and relief options available to them.…
Eviction Proceedings And Debt Collections Can Resume This Week, Texas Supreme Court Orders
May 18, 2020
Eviction Proceedings And Debt Collections Can Resume This Week, Texas Supreme Court Orders
The state's highest civil court initially paused eviction proceedings and debt collections during the coronavirus pandemic. Those moratoriums are being…
Mortgage Rates Generally Hold Steady
May 18, 2020
Mortgage Rates Generally Hold Steady
“Mortgage rates have stabilized at very low levels over the last few weeks as homebuyer demand slowly improves,” said Sam…
Freddie Mac Announces COVID-19 Payment Deferral
May 15, 2020
Freddie Mac Announces COVID-19 Payment Deferral
This will help borrowers keep their mortgage payment current following their hardship when other options—such as reinstatement, or a repayment…
April Rental Report: San Marcos Continues To Have Lowest Rent In Local Metro
May 13, 2020
April Rental Report: San Marcos Continues To Have Lowest Rent In Local Metro
April Rental Report: San Marcos continues to have the lowest rent in the local metro...
Mortgage Rates Tick Up Slightly
May 8, 2020
Mortgage Rates Tick Up Slightly
“Mortgage rates stayed at or near record lows for the fifth straight week and homeowners are taking advantage with refinance…