Texas law requires automatic explanations from insurance companies in 2026
A new Texas law effective January 1, 2026, mandates that insurance companies automatically provide written explanations for any declined, canceled, or non-renewed home and auto policies to increase industry transparency.
A new Texas law effective January 1, 2026, mandates that insurance companies automatically provide written explanations for any declined, canceled, or non-renewed home and auto policies to increase industry transparency.
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since 2022
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level since September 2022, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.01% from 6.09% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level since September 2022, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.01% from 6.09% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Houston proposes new 'high-risk' apartment ordinance to crackdown on worst rental properties
Houston is debating a proposed "high-risk" apartment ordinance that would subject the city's 20 worst-rated rental properties to mandatory inspections and steep daily fines for safety violations.
Houston is debating a proposed "high-risk" apartment ordinance that would subject the city's 20 worst-rated rental properties to mandatory inspections and steep daily fines for safety violations.
Proposed apartment inspection ordinance in Houston
Houston leaders and landlords clash over a proposed Apartment Inspection Ordinance. As councilmembers look to help the city's worst properties, one District F landlord blames a costly squatter crisis and lack of city support.
Houston leaders and landlords clash over a proposed Apartment Inspection Ordinance. As councilmembers look to help the city's worst properties, one District F landlord blames a costly squatter crisis and lack of city support.
Gov. Abbott targets 'out-of-control' property taxes with new five-point tax relief plan
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
Texas ranks 9th highest in US property tax rates, according to new study
Texas homeowners pay the ninth-highest property taxes in the U.S., with median bills nearly $900 above the national average despite lower home values.
Texas homeowners pay the ninth-highest property taxes in the U.S., with median bills nearly $900 above the national average despite lower home values.
Complex residents on the 'inhumane' living conditions
Residents at Dyersdale Village Apartments say they are living with rats, rodents and a mold infestation. FOX 26's Leslie Delasbour reported smelling raw sewer leakage from the complex. The health department provided previous complaints from residents at the complex.
Residents at Dyersdale Village Apartments say they are living with rats, rodents and a mold infestation. FOX 26's Leslie Delasbour reported smelling raw sewer leakage from the complex. The health department provided previous complaints from residents at the complex.
Post Malone’s childhood home in Texas hits market
The childhood home of musician Post Malone hit the market in Grapevine, Texas, this week.
The childhood home of musician Post Malone hit the market in Grapevine, Texas, this week.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
When to plant vegetables in Texas: 2026 frost dates and zone guide
Maximize your garden’s success with our 2026 Texas planting guide, featuring the best times to start your vegetables based on your local frost dates and hardiness zone.
Maximize your garden’s success with our 2026 Texas planting guide, featuring the best times to start your vegetables based on your local frost dates and hardiness zone.
Texas winter storm: Will insurance cover burst pipes, ice damage?
As a winter storm moves through Texas, homeowners may be wondering what their insurance will cover in the event of damage.
As a winter storm moves through Texas, homeowners may be wondering what their insurance will cover in the event of damage.
President Trump teases plan to increase home buying
President Donald Trump teases a plan which could allow potential home buyers to tap into potential retirement plans and put them towards a down payment on a house.
President Donald Trump teases a plan which could allow potential home buyers to tap into potential retirement plans and put them towards a down payment on a house.
More homes in Texas sold for over $1 million in 2025 than ever before
A record-setting number of Texas homes were sold for $1 million or more from Nov. 2024 to Oct. 2025, according to the 2025 Texas Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Report released by Texas Realtors.
A record-setting number of Texas homes were sold for $1 million or more from Nov. 2024 to Oct. 2025, according to the 2025 Texas Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Report released by Texas Realtors.
2 teens shot at short-term rental party in Houston
Houston police are investigating a shooting at a short-term rental party that left two teenagers hospitalized late Saturday night.
Houston police are investigating a shooting at a short-term rental party that left two teenagers hospitalized late Saturday night.
Texas woman finds rats and 6-foot snake in rental home
A Texas City woman says her rental home was infested with rats and an over-6-foot snake.
A Texas City woman says her rental home was infested with rats and an over-6-foot snake.
'Seniors' may soon be 10 years younger when it comes to Texas property tax breaks
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the launch of "Operation Double Nickel" on Tuesday, which would lower the age used to designate senior citizens who qualify for saving money on property taxes.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the launch of "Operation Double Nickel" on Tuesday, which would lower the age used to designate senior citizens who qualify for saving money on property taxes.
The 10 states where homeowners save the most on property taxes
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.
Texas Proposition 11 results: Voters approve tax savings for senior, disabled homeowners
Texas senior and disabled homeowners will see an increase in their homestead tax exemption as voters are on track to pass Proposition 11.
Texas senior and disabled homeowners will see an increase in their homestead tax exemption as voters are on track to pass Proposition 11.
Venmo, Bilt team up to reinvent rent and mortgage payments
Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.
Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.
Top five buyer-friendly housing markets offer price cuts and increased inventory
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.