Housing Market

7,732 Posts
Cindy Kates rating starrating starrating starrating starrating star 4.99/5 (101 surveys)
Kates Realty
Should You Buy a New Home or Resale Property?
25 July, 2024| Home Buying, Housing Market, Education
Deciding whether to buy a new home or a resale property is a crucial decision to make. A new home can allow you to live in a fresh, modern house. On the other hand, a resale house is an old home in a... read more
How to Prepare Your Finances for Home Ownership
24 July, 2024| Home Buying, General, Housing Market
Preparing your finances for home ownership begins the day someone decides they actually want to buy a home. After all, saving for a down payment doesn't just happen overnight! So, how do you best prep... read more
Houston Home Sales Gain Momentum in June
24 July, 2024| Housing Market
As the summer heat intensified in June, so did the changes in the Houston housing market, marking a shift from previous trends. The latest data from the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) reveals a... read more
Do You Need Hurricane Insurance?
24 July, 2024| Homeowners Insurance, Housing Market, General
You have to investigate your policy details and how they relate to your location before making a decision on hurricane insurance. If you live in an area subject to hurricanes, you should weigh your ne... read more
Working from home and affordability are changing w...
22 July, 2024| Home Buying, Housing Market, Affordable Housing
An interesting trend is happening in the housing market. People are increasingly moving to more affordable areas, and remote or hybrid work is helping them do it. Consider Moving to a More... read more
Mondays with Marnie The Aftermath
22 July, 2024| Housing Market, Houston Living, Home Buying
Last week, I wrote about a severe storm that greatly impacted Houston. Since then, we have been dealing with the aftermath and always hoping that tomorrow will be a better day. Just when I thought it... read more
Galveston County Market Update
21 July, 2024| Housing Market, Education
When analyzing the current real estate market data, we can see a correlation between several key metrics that provide valuable insights for both buyers and sellers.   The Months Supply of Invento... read more
Just Listed in Houston: 12018 Country Orchard Ln,...
20 July, 2024| Affordable Housing, Houston Living, Housing Market
Just Listed$2,3003 Beds2 Full Bath 1 Half Bath2,624Bldg Sqft.6,325 Lot Sqft.Rental - Single Family DetachedClick here to view the listingNice 3/2.1/2 with game room, patio, and deck in established nei... read more
The Key to Understanding the Housing Market: There...
20 July, 2024| Home Buying, Home Selling, Housing Market
If you're planning on buying a home this year, you aren't alone. A new NerdWallet survey finds that about 28 million Americans have plans to buy a home in 2023. That's the happy news. Acco... read more
The Challenges of Buying a Home: Risk Mitigation,...
19 July, 2024| Home Buying, Housing Market, Houston Living
Finding a home is easy, but buying one is hard. This journey involves navigating a myriad of complexities and potential pitfalls. The process demands more than just locating a property that fits your... read more
Monthly Newsletter - July 2024
18 July, 2024| Housing Market, Home Selling, Home Buying
Checkout this monthly newsletter! You will find real estate tips, healthy lifestyle ideas, a new recipe to add to your cookbook and household tips! Know anyone who's considering buying or selling a ho... read more
5 Reasons For Buying a Home in 2024
18 July, 2024| Home Buying, Housing Market
In 2023, homebuyers encountered record-high prices, limited inventory, increased competition and rising interest rates. But, according to experts, 2024 may be turning over a new and better leaf. The... read more
Why Working with a Real Estate Professional Is Cru...
18 July, 2024| Education, General, Housing Market
Navigating thehousing marketcan be tricky, especially these days. That's why having an experienced guide when buying orsellinga home is so important. The market isn't exactly straightforward right now... read more
Buyer's Market Vs. Seller's Market: What It Means...
17 July, 2024| Education, Housing Market, Relocation & Newcomer
Whether you're buying or selling, understanding the difference between a buyer's market and a seller's market is key to achieving your real estate goals. In a buyer's market, you'l... read more
Contingencies in Real Estate: a Valuable Guide
17 July, 2024| Affordable Housing, Housing Market, Houston Living
Contingencies in real estate are specific clauses that require adherence from prospective buyers and property sellers. A property sales contract can only proceed if a contingent offer remains fulfille... read more