Ones For Real Estate: New Texas HOA Legislation Means Changes For Property Owners
The way homeowners associations in Texas operate is about to change after the passing of new legislation.
The way homeowners associations in Texas operate is about to change after the passing of new legislation.
Real estate experts insist while a cool down has started for North Texas real estate, the market is not entirely cool or back to normal.
Everything inside, from the reception area to the stark design and features looks like something you would find in an office park rather than a residential neighborhood.
The housing pinch in North Texas has caught the attention of the country, including New York-based RealtyHop, a real estate tech firm.
According to recent real estate data, the Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin real estate markets continue to break and set new records.
"This house I sold for $525,000 is now going to cost me $750,000 to build. What am I going to do? The only thing you can do is go to the customer and say, 'we got a problem,'" builder Kim Paschal said.
New data recently released by a RE/MAX national housing report says the Dallas-Fort Worth area has broken a record and surpassed the $350,000 dollar average price for a home.
Tips for Baby Boomers and their families as they make the decision to sell their aging homes.
Todd Tramonte is a DFW realtor who says he has resorted to offering sellers cruise vacations in order to entice them to accept his clients' offers.
With the skyrocketing prices of real estate in North Texas and homes selling faster than they can get on the market, many are asking if what we are seeing in DFW is a bubble effect.
"Lumber is about tripled from a year ago, and there are some big problems there with the tariffs that are attached to it still," said Phil Crone, Executive Officer of the Dallas Builders Association.
Though housing prices have soared in many parts of the country, and inventory is way down, real estate sales may still be stronger in 2021.
"Going to an open house sometimes feels like you're pulling up to a party," said Rachel Laviola.
Social distancing, stay at home orders and the shift to working from home during the pandemic has significantly impacted the real estate industry.
Not even the holidays can slow down the housing market in DFW right now. Many realtors tell CBS 11 News that out-of-state buyers are driving the demand.
Devin Hall, 44, pleaded guilty Thursday afternoon to conspiracy to commit bribery of an agent of local government receiving federal benefits.
"Social distancing behaviors are having an impact on the home buying process, but agents, buyers and sellers are adapting through the use of technology," Jeff Tucker, an economist for Zillow, said.
The coronavirus is changing almost every aspect of life, including the way homeowners protest property taxes.
Looking to make some extra cash? You're not alone. A recent survey found more than 40% of Americans have some type of side hustle.
After agent fees and closing costs, Americans nationwide can spend nearly $21,000 to prepare their homes to be sold.
One of the most sought after buildings in Fort Worth is on the market.
Property valuation notices for 2019 started arriving in mailboxes in Tarrant County this week.
Whether you are on the prowl for a new place or not, sometimes it can be entertaining to check out a luxury real estate listing to see what kind of houses those with money can afford.
It was revealed on Tuesday that HGTV is the new owner of the iconic house used for exterior shots in "The Brady Bunch." The final sale price has not been announced.
U.S home prices rose rapidly in May, a trend that is thwarting some would-be buyers and pulling down home sales.
Game 2 is Saturday night.
It's a death the sheriff says should have never happened.
A McKinney banker was elected to the city council last year. He now believes that may have saved his life.
Police believe it was a "targeted shooting toward an individual that resided near this location and one of the shooting suspects."
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
There is a slight chance of a few isolated storms overnight.
Game 2 is Saturday night.
The May 28 runoff elections could change how the Texas House is run, and affect which bills legislators take up.
It's a death the sheriff says should have never happened.
A McKinney banker was elected to the city council last year. He now believes that may have saved his life.
Every year, thousands of guns once used by law enforcement officers are discovered at crime scenes, even as police work to keep firearms out of criminals' hands.
A Mesquite woman's dramatic fight to evict a squatter took center stage in Austin Wednesday, where the senate committee on local governments took up the issue.
Despite the state's famous "Don't mess with Texas" ad campaign, the TCEQ only investigated half of the complaints it received last year.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
An investigation found how a Fort Worth property worth $1.3 million, home to a massive pile of trash, owed less than $200 in property taxes.
In the first 21 days of May, Border Patrol agents recorded a daily average of roughly 3,700 migrant apprehensions between ports of entry, a 54% decrease from December.
A strong wind gust toppled the stage at a campaign rally for a longshot Mexican presidential candidate, killing at least nine and injuring dozens, officials said.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson announced a friendly wager between their cities on Wednesday as the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference finals.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
The former presidential candidate said she will vote for former President Donald Trump in November.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
With the country on the cusp of greeting the return of spring, a warm-weather treat is once again available for free for a limited time only.
Mackenzie Blacketer is one of thousands of people recovering from substance abuse issues.
A Democratic-led effort to safeguard access to IVF failed earlier this year in the Senate.
Some bags of Pedigree dry dog food could pose a health hazard to pets, Mars Petcare warned in a recall posted by the FDA.
The City of Arlington has had its first sample to test positive in the area and will spray for prevention Wednesday night.
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
Within hours of the vote, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced it would sue to block the ban. Dallas employment attorney Rogge Dunn predicts employees will ultimately win this battle.
The closure affects both Dom's locations in Chicago, and all 33 Foxtrot stores in Chicago, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area.
Texas law SB 14 prohibits drug and surgical "gender transition" interventions for minors.
The projects are expected to create at least 17,000 construction jobs and 4,500 manufacturing jobs.
After more than 40 years in business, 99 Cents Only Stores, a discount chain, announced on Thursday that it will close all 371 of its locations and cease operations.
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
The Stars take on the Edmonton Oilers in Game 1 Thursday at 7:30 p.m.
Luka Doncic had 15 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter to lift the Dallas Mavericks to a 108-105 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson announced a friendly wager between their cities on Wednesday as the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference finals.
Dončić can sign a five-year deal worth about $347 million, starting at nearly $60 million in 2026-27 and ending at about $79 million in 2030-31.
Crystal McKinney, a former model, accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and sexually assaulting her in New York City over 20 years ago. She filed the lawsuit under the NYC Gender Motivated Violence Act.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
The 2016 footage, which was obtained and published by CNN, appears to show the rap mogul hitting, dragging and kicking the singer known as Cassie.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
Brittney and Cherelle Griner shared videos from their baby shower exclusively with "CBS Mornings."
Friday won't be a completely dry day with a 20% chance of some isolated storms.
A McKinney banker was elected to the city council last year. He now believes that may have saved his life.
Five people have been arrested in connection with a May 1 drive-by shooting that left six – including four children – injured at an apartment complex in the 3000 block of Las Vegas Trail.
The Tarrant County Sherif takes us moment by moment through the death of an incarcerated man. A death he says should have never happened.
UPDATE: The Flood Watch was canceled around 9:30 p.m.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!