FOX 7 Discussion: How to prepare your home for winter

Tim Jordan with Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical joins John Krinjak to talk about what people can do to better prepare for cooler weather.

Entire historic Tennessee town for sale for $725K

Water Valley, Tennessee is up for sale and real estate broker Christa Swartz said her phone hasn’t stopped ringing with potential buyers.

Texans worry Tesla relocation to Austin could price them out of housing

Housing prices in the Austin metro area have skyrocketed in recent years, with large tech firms including Apple, Google, and Oracle building new campuses in and around the city.

Homebuyers can expect higher inventory, more choices this fall, Realtor.com finds: Tips for buying now

Owning a home may be easier this fall with increased inventory, according to Realtor.com data. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, here's how to find the right home and type of loan for you.

Hometown Missions helps Dripping Springs family with new home

Luisa and Roy Acosta have lived in Dripping Springs for decades and needed help after their home was damaged.

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.

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.