Texas Housing Insight September 2024 Summary

All measurements are calculated using seasonally adjusted data, and percentage changes are calculated month-over-month, unless stated otherwise. The third quarter ended with an increase in home sales. Pending sales had a stronger increase, which could mean another positive month in October. Home prices increased slightly, and new listings decreased after stronger growth earlier in the […]

Title Insurance Frights: Protecting Your Home from the Unknown

At Republic Title, we’ve seen our share of mysterious deeds, ghostly liens, and hidden traps lurking in property transactions. With Halloween just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to share some spine-chilling real estate stories that might make you think twice before signing on the dotted line. But fear not! With Republic Title on […]

Who Picks The Title Company In Texas?

When navigating the complexities of real estate transactions, particularly in Texas, one of the critical decisions involves choosing the title company. A title company plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the transfer of property ownership is smooth, legal, and secure. But who exactly has the authority to pick the title company in Texas? Understanding […]

September 2024 DFW Real Estate Stats

https://youtu.be/RnRZChQzLBU?si=BYbNbM_YslbLGeNk The real estate market across Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, and Tarrant counties showed varied trends in September. Collin County experienced a significant increase in both new listings (up 21.7%) and active listings (up 49%) from the prior year, though the average sales price dropped by 3%, with closed sales seeing a notable rise of […]

Texas Housing Insight August 2024 Summary

All measurements are calculated using seasonally adjusted data, and percentage changes are calculated month-over-month, unless stated otherwise. August saw a fall in home sales and a continued rise in building permits. New listings increased almost 14 percent, driven largely by the Houston metro recovering after Hurricane Beryl. The storm did not have the same degree […]

Fall Market Outlook for Residential Real Estate in North Texas

As we move into the final months of 2024, all eyes are on the North Texas real estate market. Buyers and sellers are paying close attention to key factors like mortgage rates, inventory levels, home prices, and broader economic conditions. This fall market outlook is provided by Republic Title, an industry leader and title expert […]

Understanding Title Commitments

When it comes to real estate transactions, few documents are as important as the title commitment. This essential document, provided by the title company, serves as a roadmap for all parties involved, outlining the state of the property’s title and highlighting any potential issues that may need to be addressed before closing. At Republic Title, […]

Texas Housing Insight July 2024 Summary

July saw an increase in home sales and a sharp rise in building permits. The previous month’s decline was partly due to fewer business days, which led to a spillover of activity in July. New listings fell almost 10 percent, but active listings fell by less than 1 percent, possibly due to the counteracting increase […]

2024 Commercial Endorsement Guide

We’re excited to announce the release of the 2024 Commercial Endorsement Guide, your go-to resource for the top ALTA commercial endorsements. This guide is now available in both printed and digital formats, ensuring that you have the flexibility to access the information you need, whenever and wherever you need it. What’s New in the 2024 […]

July 2024 DFW Real Estate Stats

https://youtu.be/qR6LklI0QWc In July 2024, the real estate market in the DFW Metroplex displayed varied trends across different counties.  Overall, the DFW Metroplex saw a mix of rising listing activity and extended market times, with some counties experiencing price growth while others faced slight declines in sales. Collin County saw significant activity, with new listings increasing […]