Travis County homeowners to see increase in market value on appraisal notices

According to this year’s values, the 2022 median market value for a residential property in Travis County is $632,208 and the median taxable value of a residential property is $338,344.

You can stay at this 'Friends' themed Airbnb in Tampa, and the attention to detail is amazing

This Friends-themed Airbnb in Tampa is part Monica and Rachel’s Manhattan apartment, part Central Perk cafe and part Chandler and Joey’s man cave. From the foosball table to the bright blue kitchen, complete with a copy of "The Shining" in the freezer, there are plenty of details and Easter eggs for eagle-eyed fans to appreciate!

City, AHFC announce available funds for developers to create more affordable housing

As rent prices continue to surge in Austin, the city and the Austin Housing Finance Corporation have announced available funds for developers to create more affordable housing.

Canada bans foreign home buyers for two years to cool market

The Canadian government is under pressure to cool an overheated market after prices climbed by more than 20% last year, while rental rates have also been rising.

FOX 7 Discussion: Poll shows what Texans think are most important issues in state

President of Progress Texas Ed Espinosa and CEO of JD Key Communications James Dickey join FOX 7 Austin's Rebecca Thomas to speak on the Texas Lyceum poll.

Analysis: Property tax relief that doesn’t lower your tax bill

Property values in the state, on average, are rising — in some places, at an astonishing pace. Because of the 2019 legislation, tax rates for schools and other government entities are falling.

Round Rock Cares tornado relief fund now accepting applications

Preliminary assessments indicated the tornado caused more than an estimated $32 million in damage to 680 residential structures in Round Rock.

Austin 2nd in nation when it comes to rising rents

According to Redfin, between January 2021 and January 2022, rents in Austin surged by an average of 35% percent. That's second only to Portland, Oregon which saw a 39% increase.

San Marcos selected for equitable housing solutions initiative

San Marcos was selected to join the Housing Solutions Lab Network, an initiative that helps address housing challenges and develop equitable solutions.

MacKenzie Scott announces nearly $4B in donations, including $275M to Planned Parenthood

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed that she has donated nearly $4 billion to 465 nonprofits according to a blog post Wednesday, confirming the gifts that the groups have been announcing on their own for months.

Property tax values hit historic levels in Williamson County

It's no secret the price for a home in the Austin area has dramatically increased. The price jump has even caused some sticker shock at the Williamson County Appraisal District.

Travis County pauses applications for rent, mortgage assistance

Travis County says it received about 4,700 applications for rent and mortgage assistance since opening the program on March 1.

First-time homebuyer? Real estate experts offer advice in crazy market

How can first-time homebuyers navigate the homebuying process without becoming burned out, deflated or giving up altogether? Real estate experts weigh in.

Will renters see relief, lower rent payments in 2022? Experts weigh in

Could renters see some relief in the coming months amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic? Will prices finally come down? Experts explain.

Rent prices for Austin area apartments, homes surges

According to a report, Austin is one of 10 cities to have one of the largest rent increases for a one-bedroom apartment, ranking in at number five with a 45.1% increase.