This week's Houston news relating to the real estate industry
New executives, managers and agents in the residential real estate, tech and mortgage spaces
In-demand development features 144 condos, 234 rentals and high-end amenities
There have been notable changes since the last update in April 2015
Houston inventory and sales both increased annually
A $7.5 million investment in a joint venture will fund construction
New chairwoman will oversee the completion of current projects in California and Illinois
Rent prices are down nationwide but continue to increase in popular metros
The Inman Innovator Awards are given each year to recognize and celebrate industry innovation and accomplishments. Who qualifies? In some cases, a specific app, technology or business process qualifies someone for consideration. In other cases, the company as a whole consistently tries new things, adopts new technology or creates a new culture or approach to real estate.
Low inventory is of greater concern than the possibility of rising interest rates, a new survey from Harris Poll and Trulia reveals
New clubhouse and pools coming for the residents at Lake Vista
Developments slated for completion in late 2016 are already over halfway sold
Condos feature amenities similar to those of a destination resort
Last week at the National Association of Real Estate Editor's (NAREE) conference, an award ceremony was held to honor some of the best real estate journalism published in 2015. The top award of the night -- the Platinum Award -- was given to Josh Salman of the Sarasota HeraldTribune, whose in-depth coverage of the EB-5 visa for the Sarasota Herald-Tribune earned him the prize.
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Forbes and Fitch Ratings point to over-hyped West and Southwest regions