January 2007

With the frequency of foreclosures on the rise, homeowners facing this crisis need to know their options. Under the right circumstances, working out a DILF with the lender may be...

The "markets" at the Real Estate Center refer to the Market Reports, released yearly, and Market News, posted daily.

Multi-parcel auctions are becoming more popular thanks to advances in computer technology. Real estate licensees stand to profit from this complex type of auction that allows buyers to choose and...

A look back at real estate in 2006 and a look ahead for 2007.

Research findings presented at the annual meeting of the American Real Estate Society shed light on a number of real estate-related issues.

Texas was one of the fastest-growing states in terms of housing units between 2000 and 2005, with stock increasing by more than 10 percent. The median value of owner-occupied units...

Universal design refers to the design and production of buildings and produts convenient for people of all ages, with and without disabilities. Incorporating these features into homes as they are...

The average price of a home sold in Texas and in the state's major metro areas tends toward national average home prices over time. The mean ereversion tendency in local...

Texas land prices adjusted for inflation have soared to a record high of $1,681 per acre. Past market dynamics suggest that investors should pay a maximum of $1,200 per acre...