Life after an eviction: How to restore your credit
Texas law does not allow tenants to have an eviction suit expunged as many other states do, but there are steps you can take to repair the damage to your credit report.
US new home sales rise surprisingly strong 16.6% in May
Sales of new homes rose a surprisingly strong 16.6% in May suggesting that the reopening of major parts of the country were giving a boost to the housing market.
Report shows half of Houston apartments offering discounts
If you're looking to move, now is the time. Don't be afraid to try to negotiate your rent, particularly if you can sign a longer lease. It doesn't hurt to ask.
Legal help on how to fight illegal evictions
We've been hearing harrowing stories from people being locked out of their homes, or their power turned off, after losing their jobs during the shutdown. But that's not legal and state law says may let you collect money in damages from your landlord.
Many Harris Co. Justices of the Peace delaying eviction hearings until June, July
Many Justices of the Peace are holding off on eviction hearings for another few weeks, Heather Sullivan shares information renters need to know.
Applications for Houston rental assistance program closed in under 2 hours after money runs out
The program opened for tenants to apply at 10 a.m., but by 11:34 the funds were tapped out.
Houstonians can apply for rental assistance up to $1,056 for April, May on Wednesday
The agency will provide up to $1,056 in rental assistance per month to qualified low-to-moderate income people who could not pay their April and/or May rent. Enrollment in the program will be accepted until all available funds have been committed.
Deadline to protest property appraisals comes Friday
For property appraisal protests, head to your county's appraisal district and fill out the protest online.
GLO accepting applications for Homeowner Assistance Program from Houstonians affected by Hurricane Harvey
The program provides repairs, rehabilitation, reconstruction, or other improvements so that the damaged home is more resilient against natural disasters, including elevating homes above flood level.
New tool allows renters to check if they're protected by fed's eviction moratorium
Tenants worried about paying rent during the coronavirus crisis can use a new tool unveiled earlier this week by the Federal Housing Finance Agency, which oversees mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, to check whether they are protected under a federal eviction moratorium.
Houston City Council will vote on emergency rent relief program
The $15 million rental assistance program looks to help thousands of people struggling to pay rent.
West Houston condo owners sue their HOA claiming it won't turn over insurance money for Harvey damage
Residents of West Bayou Oaks Townhomes spend hundreds of dollars a month on their homeowner's association fees and they say part of that goes for insurance. The insurance is supposed to cover a catastrophe like what happened with Hurricane Harvey.
Aging Americans find more options for empty nest living
As more and more baby boomers and empty-nesters look for a less cluttered life, the housing industry has stepped in to help meet the need.
New homes being built with baby boomers and empty-nesters in mind
Aging Americans have certain items on their housing wishlists.
Online home sales become another real estate option
Online real estate brokers are a new, and growing, option for home sellers
The Neighbor Bridge offers housing options for a-typical individuals
A local non-profit is working to create housing options for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. The organization is called the Neighbor Bridge.
The Neighbor Bridge offers housing options for a-typical individuals
A local non-profit is working to create housing options for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. The organization is called the Neighbor Bridge.
Landlords denying option of housing vouchers
Isiah Carey interviews Denise McCullogh and Pamela Banks.
Landlords denying thousands with Section 8 housing vouchers
Fox 26 reporter Damali Kieth
Landlords denying thousands with Section 8 housing vouchers
Fox 26 reporter Damali Kieth