Some consumers assume a housing bubble exists due of media coverage. You may worry what will happen as the home market transforms. Concerns that it could repeat 2008 are natural. Good news: There's data to show why this time is different.

There's a housing shortage, not a surplus.

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Homebuying is a big decision. This is true for first-time buyers and sellers. If you're intending to buy a property, you may have heard about the changing market and wonder what it means for you.

While mortgage rates are higher and property prices are rising, you …

Some Key Points

This year, experts say, there are more homes for sale than last year, which can have a big effect on your move.

If you want to buy, the market today may have just what you've been waiting for: more choices. With more homes on …

As fewer buyers come into the market, home sellers in Houston are cutting their asking prices. This is another sign that the housing market is cooling.

Recent information from two major real estate agencies shows that more people in Houston are lowering the prices …

In the Houston area, more than 145 Costco stores' worth of industrial space is being built. This makes Houston the No. 2 market in the Southwest for warehouses and distribution centers that are still being built.

The Community Property Executive put out information that showed about …

Some people are wondering, with all the talk about an economic slowdown, if the housing market is going to crash like it did in 2008. To really understand what's going on in real estate right now, it's important to get information from experts you can trust.

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Some Highlights

• When it comes to pricing your house, there’s a lot to consider. The only way to ensure you price it right is by partnering with a local real estate professional.
• To find the best price, your agent balances current market demand, the values …

If you own a home, your net worth probably just went up a lot because your home equity is going up. Equity is how much your home is worth now minus how much you still owe on the loan. And because home prices have been going up recently, you're …

Who wouldn't want a pool?

A closer look uncovers the reality (and hazards) of pool ownership, good and bad, and all should be considered by potential homeowners.

Realtors say pools lower resale value. Americans are increasingly forgoing swimming pools. Over 28.4 million U.S. households owned …

As the news goes today, you're more than likely to have heard about an increase in prices. In your day-to-day life, prices for gas, groceries, and more are likely going up. There are more and more costs for people to buy things. This can hurt your wallet and make …