Biden administration extends additional mortgage relief options for FHA loans
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced new forbearance options for homeowners who are struggling to make their mortgage payments.
US home prices saw record leap in July from previous year
U.S. home prices soared in July from a year earlier by a record amount as buyers desperate for homes bid up prices amid a limited supply of available properties.
Arizona woman transforms her home into a 1950s time capsule
It's not a TV show, and for Rochelle Anvik, she is living her dreams by literally taking a step back in time.
City of Georgetown to host household hazardous waste event Oct. 20
The event will be available for up to 300 Georgetown solid waste customers who have solid waste service through Texas Disposal Systems.
Williamson County to hold household hazardous waste cleanup Sept 25
Interested participants should bring proof of residency, including their driver’s license or a billing statement with a Williamson County address.
Round Rock woman gets to move back home after winter storm
While repairs were underway at her Round Rock home, 82-year-old Marquita Wanslow checked into a hotel, where she has been since March.
First 3D-printed homes in the U.S. go up for sale in East Austin
Austin-based construction technology company ICON and Kansas City developer 3Strands partnered up on the 3D-printed homes in the East 17th Street Residences.
The nationwide ban on evictions is over. Here’s what Texas renters need to know
There’s $1 billion in rental assistance available to struggling Texas tenants. But for many renters, getting the help they need depends on where they live.
Most rental assistance has still not gone out, feds report
The latest data shows that the pace of distribution increased in July over June and that nearly a million households have been helped.
Yelp, Brooklyn Decker partnering up for Make It Happen Day in Texas
A $100,000 Make It Happen Day fund has been established and 50 Texans will get a chance to win $1,000 toward a home repair project.
'Ruthless:' Tacoma man shocked over 60% rent hike
Rent increases are nothing new, but one Tacoma man says he was shocked over the one he is facing, calling it "ruthless."
13.4M Americans behind on housing payment, survey says: Here's how to get back on track
Housing payments can comprise a large portion of your monthly budget, making it difficult to stay on track during times of financial hardship. Here's how you can save money on your monthly loan payments to get your finances back on track.
What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
There’s no universal minimum credit score needed for a mortgage, but a better credit score will give you more options.
New Houston-area homeowners angry after discovering their yards are smaller than what they are paying for
Homeowners in Beasley, Texas have learned, after signing on the dotted line, that their yards are smaller than what they're paying taxes for.
Mold fills home built in 2017, forcing homeowner out while builder tries to identify cause
When Jasmine Miles first saw her shoes covered in a gray film last year, she didn’t know what to think. The Wesley Chapel homeowner says mold has taken over her brand-new house, forcing her to live elsewhere for the last seven months.
Biden extends mortgage relief: What it means for you
The Biden administration announced new mortgage relief options for homeowners with mortgages backed by the federal government.
Central Texas Food Bank works with Amazon to home deliver groceries
Amazon partners with Central Texas Food Bank to provide families with children and the elderly with a monthly box of enough groceries for 25 meals.
Report: Florida residents need to earn $25 an hour to afford rent
According to a new report, renters in the state of Florida need to make at least $24.82 an hour in order to comfortably afford a two-bedroom home or apartment -- and in some parts of the state, they need to earn a lot more.
Patio furniture in high demand, low supply as summer heats up
If you are looking to add some new furniture to your patio this summer, you're likely running into trouble getting pieces.
Mortgage applications sink to pre-pandemic levels: Why this might be good news for buyers
Applications for mortgage loans have fallen to pre-pandemic lows, according to the MBA weekly index, despite historically low mortgage interest rates.