The four US cities facing the biggest housing shortages
Prospective homebuyers across the U.S. are facing a chronic shortage of available houses, but the scarcity is worse in some parts of the country, according to new Bank of America research.
California residents relocating here more than any other US city, study shows
More homebuyers are leaving Los Angeles and San Francisco more than any other metro in the U.S.
FOX 7 Focus: How will decreasing minimum lot sizes affect the Austin housing market?
In this week's FOX 7 Focus, we speak with Austin Board of Realtors president Ashley Jackson about the City Council's recent decision to recommend decreasing the minimum lot size for homes, and how that will affect the Austin housing market.
Austin city budget: Where is the money going?
The Austin City Council recently heard from concerned citizens wanting the city budget to include funding for areas of need across the city. Mayor Pro Tem Paige Ellis joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.
High mortgages rates will weigh on the housing market for years
U.S. property prices face 2.4% decline amid high mortgage rates.
Austin City Council takes on affordable housing, homelessness and police shortage
Austin City Council member Mackenzie Kelly joined FOX 7 Austin to talk about the recent agenda items discussed in this week's meetings, including an affordable housing measure, homeless issues and the ongoing police shortage.
Austin City Council hears over 5 hours of public comment on homeless shelter, affordable housing
Hot button items included creating a temporary homeless shelter and the idea of turning single-family lots into smaller lots for affordability.
City council discusses agenda item that could make more affordable homes
Austin City Council member Leslie Pool discussed her agenda item that would create more housing opportunities for residents of all income levels in Austin.
FOX 7 Focus: Breaking down Texas Legislature's property tax cut deal
In this FOX 7 Focus, Harvey Kronberg, publisher of The Quorum Report, sat down with FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to break down what's in the compromise legislation, what it means politically and what it means for Texans.
Renters excluded from Texas property tax cut deal, for now
The $18 billion compromise tax plan does not directly allocate money for renters.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Speaker Dade Phelan reach deal on 'biggest property tax cut in Texas history'
The leaders, who were seen meeting last week, said the legislation would lead to an $18 billion cut in taxes, if passed.
Austin most expensive place to live in Texas, property experts say
DO YOU AGREE? Experts looked at several factors and found Austin has the highest cost of living in the Lone Star State.
Monthly mortgage payments reach record highs in US
The median monthly payment for home purchase loans jumped 14.1% in May to an all-time high $2,165.
California courthouse parking lot turns into homeless encampment with 24/7 security
One of California’s famous wine regions has a government-sanctioned homeless encampment set up near the local courthouse, Fox News Digital has learned.
Home listings plummeted to record low in May: Redfin
A shortage in homes for sale is fueling bidding wars, experts say.
Housing market in Austin 'crashing'?: FOX 7 Focus
In this FOX 7 Focus, Ashley Jackson, president of the Austin Board of Realtors, joins FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak to discuss the current state of the Austin housing market and what's next.
75 unhoused residents, 30 dogs relocated from homeless encampment along Violet Crown Trail
The Gaines Creek Greenbelt encampment near the Violet Crown Trail is now closed for cleanup.
Texas: The Issue Is - The great property tax debate
The political drama surrounding property tax cuts has intensified after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick challenged Gov. Greg Abbott to a debate.
Austin City Council overhauls building compatibility rules, allows for more development
Austin City Council approved a proposal on Thursday to overhaul the city's strict compatibility laws.
Austin City Council approve items to address homelessness
The items include increasing shelter capacity, addressing mental health, and supporting organizations who already help the homeless.