In this issue:
A federal court gave final approval to the settlement on November 26. The latest MLS sales statistics reveal the market is maintaining its momentum. HAR’s data share agreement with Austin’s Unlock MLS will go live on December 10.
Going into 2025, I’m confident we’re in great hands as Shae Cottar takes the helm of the board. His passion for real estate and HAR is inspiring. His official swearing-in ceremony, alongside the 2025 executive committee and board of directors, will be held at REALTOR® Celebration on December 19.
Houston Home Sales Surge Amid Rising Mortgage Rates In October
Home sales see double-digit growth as inventory continues to expand Despite a recent uptick in mortgage rates, the Houston housing market maintained...
ATTENTION COMMERCIAL REALTORS® The Code of Ethics Requirement Applies to You Too
Commercial agents and brokers: All existing REALTOR® members must complete at least 2.5 hours of ethics training, meeting specific learning...
HAR in the News
The Houston Association of REALTORS® is making headlines! Here’s a look at some of the media coverage our organization has received over the past...
HAR Data Share with Austin’s Unlock MLS | Coming Soon!
All HAR MLS subscribers will soon have access to thousands of additional listings across Central Texas, thanks to our new data share agreement with...
Houston Rental Market Sees Steady Growth In October
The Houston rental market remained strong in October, with increased leasing activity and inventory. According to the Houston Association of...
With Deepest Sympathy
HAR extends condolences to family, friends and colleagues of 1996 HAR Chairman James (Jim) Peters, 89, who died on Oct. 1, 2024. Jim was born in...
2024 HAR Housing Symposium
2025 REALTOR Celebration
Welcome 2025 HAR Executive Committee
2024 Global Annual Report
Dear HAR Members and Partners, As we reflect on the past year, it is with great pride that we present the Annual Report of the Houston Association...
2024 CIPS Excellence Award
We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 CIPS Excellence Award winner is being recognized for his outstanding contributions and unwavering...
November Election Recap
November 5, 2024, was Election Day across the country. In the Presidential Election, former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala...
TREPAC 2025 Investment
2024 HAR ENGAGE Event Recap
The 2024 HAR Engage Conference, held on October 17th at the Norris Conference Center, provided a full day of in-person learning for Houston's real...