Emily Marek
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- Editor, Phoenix Agent Magazine
- Editor, Dallas Agent Magazine
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Tri Pointe begins construction, presales at 2 northwest Houston MPCs
Tri Pointe begins construction, presales at 2 northwest Houston MPCs October 27, 2026 Tri Pointe's Oakhill Reserve model at 22514 Pearl Valley Drive (via Tri Pointe Homes) Construction and presales are underway at four Tri Pointe Homes communities: Cascade and Amethyst, both located at the Azalea Trails master-planned community in Cypress, and two neighborhoods at Oakhill Reserve, an MPC in Tomball. Cascade and Amethyst will feature 362 residences in one- and two-story layouts.
New construction and affordability determine Houston’s hottest communities in Q3
New construction and affordability determine Houston’s hottest communities in Q3 October 27, 2026 The Huffman area led HAR’s list of the Hottest Communities in the Houston Area with a 166.7% annual increase in home sales and an average sales price of $276,515. (via HAR) New construction and affordable price points were common characteristics in the third quarter ranking of the Hottest Communities in the Houston Area report from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.
Shawnee Doherty named 2026 NAR Good Neighbor Awards winner
Shawnee Doherty named 2026 NAR Good Neighbor Awards winner October 27, 2026 Shawnee Doherty is one of NAR's five 2026 Good Neighbor Award winners for her work with the Hope Through Hollis Foundation. Phoenix agent Shawnee Doherty was named one of five 2026 Good Neighbor Award winners by the National Association of REALTORS®. Doherty, an agent with United Real Estate, was honored for her work with her charity Hope Through Hollis Foundation, which was founded in memory of her son, Hollis.
Houston sellers increase slightly in week ended Oct. 19
Houston sellers increase slightly in week ended Oct. 19 October 23, 2026 The Houston Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS. New listings increased 0.9% year over year in Houston as sellers added 3,443 properties to the MLS during the week ended Oct. 19, according to the Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS®. That was up from 3,411 new listings during the same week in 2025. Buyer activity, however, continued to trend well below year-ago levels.
ARMLS joins lawsuit against Compass
ARMLS joins lawsuit against Compass October 23, 2026 ARMLS, bridgeMLS, Canopy MLS, Doorify MLS, Hive MLS and REcolorado filed a joint complaint alleging that Compass policies give the brokerage an unfair advantage by withholding properties from the public. The Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service is one of six major MLSs to join a new lawsuit against Compass.
AZHF provides funding for 3 new Phoenix-area housing projects
AZHF provides funding for 3 new Phoenix-area housing projects October 23, 2026 The Arizona Housing Fund donated $500,000 to fund three housing developments: Eden Village of Arizona in Mesa, Veterans Community Project of Glendale and Water Street Apartments in Tucson. The Arizona Housing Fund granted $500,000 to three nonprofits in the state for three new housing developments. The projects include two tiny home villages and a refurbished apartment building.
Houston leads the nation in millionaire renter growth
Houston leads the nation in millionaire renter growth October 23, 2026 Houston is at the forefront of millionaire renter growth in the United States. The number of millionaire renter households in Houston jumped from 18 to 232 between 2020 and 2024, increasing a whopping 1,189%, RentCafe said in a new report. That puts the city at the forefront of millionaire renter growth in the United States.
Rick Ruby’s Realtor Playbook
Rick Ruby’s Realtor Playbook October 22, 2026 Attendees at Rick Ruby's Realtor Playbook (Photo credit: Raney Day Photography) Andrea Korican, Rick Ruby (Photo credit: Raney Day Photography) Anne Hartnett, Allie Lord (Photo credit: Raney Day Photography) Callie and Dave Anderson, Ryan Bell, Allie and Chris Lord (Photo credit: Raney Day Photography) Evan Mason, Michelle Palmer, Cameron Murray (Photo credit: Raney Day Photography) Jon Wagher, Rick Ruby, Jolene Messmer, Allie Lord (Photo credit:...
Intersection Development to break ground on multifamily, mixed-use projects in Phoenix Arts District
Intersection Development to break ground on multifamily, mixed-use projects in Phoenix Arts District October 22, 2026 SISU Roosevelt is a 12-story, 125-unit mixed-use building designed by räkkhaus. (via Intersection Development) Intersection Development is set to break down on SISU Roosevelt and Arcada, two new projects in Phoenix’s Arts District. An official ceremony will take place on Nov. 6. The combined developments represent over $70 million in investments. Located at 821 N.
1st Choice Development to add whole-home air quality system to new homes
1st Choice Development to add whole-home air quality system to new homes October 22, 2026 203 E. 43rd St. (via 1st Choice Development) 1st Choice Development will incorporate the Panasonic Eco Systems North America OASYS whole-home air quality solution into two projects near downtown Houston.
Galveston County’s most expensive Q3 home sales
1. 2520 San Miguel Drive, Friendswood (via HAR) 2. 2445 E. Seaside Drive, Galveston (via HAR) 3. 2457 E. Seaside Drive, Galveston (via HAR) 4. 6710 Falcon Point, Dickinson (via HAR) 5. 4107 W. Bayside Way, Jamaica Beach (via HAR) 6. 3509 Petite Circle, Galveston (via HAR) 7. 107 Sunset Drive, Friendswood (via HAR) 8. 523 10th St., Galveston (via HAR) 9. 511 Bay Ave., Kemah (via HAR) 10. 2117 San Miguel Drive, Friendswood (via HAR) 11. 25715 Snowy Egret Drive, Galveston (via HAR) 12. 801 E.
Park Row luxury condos coming to the Park in Bellevue
Park Row luxury condos coming to the Park in Bellevue October 22, 2026 Located along Bellevue Downtown Park at 215 Bellevue Way NE, the Park Row condominium project is already 20% sold. (via Bosa Development) A new luxury condominium community, Park Row, is coming to the Park in Bellevue. Located along Bellevue Downtown Park at 215 Bellevue Way NE, the new project from Bosa Development is already 20% sold, surpassing $150 million in pre-construction sales.
Pace of new-home sales speeds up for fifth-straight month in Houston
Pace of new-home sales speeds up for fifth-straight month in Houston October 21, 2026 The state of new-home sales in Houston, featuring data from HomesUSA.com. The pace of new-home sales increased in Houston for the fifth month in a row, according to the latest report from HomesUSA.com. The typical new home sold in September stayed on the market for 96 days, down from 97 days in August but up one week from September 2025, when typical new homes sold in 89 days.
Pace of new-home sales speeds up for fifth-straight month in DFW
Pace of new-home sales speeds up for fifth-straight month in DFW October 21, 2026 New-home sales surged in May. The pace of new-home sales increased in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth month in a row, according to the latest report from HomesUSA.com. The typical new home sold in September stayed on the market for 129 days, down from 132 days in August and 142 days in September 2025.
Toll Brothers to build Watchtower at Browns Point in Tacoma
Toll Brothers to build Watchtower at Browns Point in Tacoma October 21, 2026 Watchtower at Browns Point will feature homes with four to seven bedrooms, four to six bathrooms and two- to four-car garages. (via Toll Brothers) Toll Brothers announced a new community, Watchtower at Browns Point, coming to northeast Tacoma. Sales will start next year.
Home prices rise in majority of Texas metros but decrease statewide Original
The statewide median home price in Texas dropped 0.4% year over year to $333,628 in the third quarter, according to the latest data from Texas REALTORS®. Prices also decreased in the state’s four major metros — but increased in 15 of the state’s 26 markets, the association said. In Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin, prices decreased annually by 1.1%, 1.2%, 1% and 1.2%, respectively.
LGI Homes opens Chisholm Park in Weatherford
LGI Homes opens Chisholm Park in Weatherford October 20, 2026 Chisholm Park includes six single-family floor plans ranging from 1,359 to 2,839 square feet. (via LGI Homes) LGI Homes officially opened Chisholm Park, its new-home community in Weatherford. Offerings in the development include six single-family floor plans ranging from 1,359 to 2,839 square feet with three to four bedrooms. Pricing starts in the $300,000s.
The 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston in September
1. 403 Trails Court, Houston (via HAR) 2. 4017 Meadow Lake Lane, Houston (via HAR) 4. 2240 Del Monte Drive, Houston (via HAR) 5. 3115 Ella Lee Lane, Houston (via HAR) 6. 2445 E. Seaside Drive, Galveston (via HAR) 7. 21 Carolane Trail, Houston (via HAR) 8. 11713 Monica St., Houston (via HAR) 9. 1907 Woermer Road, Houston (via HAR) 10. 22 E.
Purchase a pink paradise Original
Purchase a pink paradise October 20, 2026 74415 Cottonwood Drive (Photo credit: Shafik Wahhab Photography) This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home just outside Joshua Tree National Park in Twentynine Palms, California, is painted, wallpapered and ornamented with just about every shade of pink.
Dan Fouts team joins Compass on Whidbey Island
Dan Fouts team joins Compass on Whidbey Island October 20, 2026 Dan Fouts and his team, which includes Tim Criswell and Carter Ulibarri, surpassed $55 million in sales over the past year. Dan Fouts and his three-person team are now a part of Compass and will operate out of The Whidbey Collective office, led by Josh Murphy, on Whidbey Island. Fouts and his team, which includes Tim Criswell and Carter Ulibarri, were previously affiliated with Windermere Real Estate.
Resident move-in underway at Alta River Park in Fort Worth
Resident move-in underway at Alta River Park in Fort Worth October 20, 2026 Offerings at Alta River Park include 365 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom units. (via Wood Partners) Leasing and resident move-ins are underway at Alta River Park, a new apartment community from Wood Partners along Clear Fork Trinity River on the west side of Fort Worth.
4 new floor plans available at The Arcadian
4 new floor plans available at The Arcadian October 16, 2026 Residences in The Arcadian’s third and final phase include 15 townhomes ranging from 1,406 to 1,923 square feet. (via The Arcadian) The Arcadian, a luxury townhome community in Phoenix’s Arcadia neighborhood, added four new floor plans for its final phase of sales. Pre-sales are now available.
Decreased pending sales, showings, listing views indicate slow coming weeks for Houston real estate
Decreased pending sales, showings, listing views indicate slow coming weeks for Houston real estate October 16, 2026 The Houston Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS. Pending listings declined 22.2% year over year in Houston during the week ended Oct. 12, according to the Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.
Houston homebuilders and developers honored at GHBA Houston’s Best PRISM Awards
Houston homebuilders and developers honored at GHBA Houston’s Best PRISM Awards October 16, 2026 Royal Texan Homes earned the Grand Award for Custom Builder of the Year at the GHBA Houston’s Best PRISM Awards on Oct. 10. (via GHBA) The Greater Houston Builders Association celebrated local homebuilders and developers at its annual Houston’s Best PRISM Awards on Oct. 10.
Groundbreaking, sales to commence at Cantera Group’s Terminal One Motor + Yacht Club
Groundbreaking, sales to commence at Cantera Group’s Terminal One Motor + Yacht Club October 16, 2026 Cantera Group is set to break ground on the first phase of Terminal One Motor + Yacht Club, its luxury collector garage and superyacht marina development on Salmon Bay. Reservation holders will receive purchase agreements later this month, and additional presales will be introduced. A broad sales launch will coincide with an official groundbreaking on Oct. 21.
Toll Brothers, Brookfield Residential to build LakePointe MPC in Covington
Toll Brothers, Brookfield Residential to build LakePointe MPC in Covington October 16, 2026 LakePointe will feature both single-family homes and townhomes, plus parks, trails, a lake and retail. (via Toll Brothers) Toll Brothers and Brookfield Residential will build a new master-planned community called LakePointe in Covington. The community will feature both single-family homes and townhomes, plus parks, trails, a lake and retail. Site work is underway, with sales projected to begin next year.
Camelot Homes to host grand opening for The Villas II at Desert Mountain
Camelot Homes will host a grand opening for The Villas II, its luxury single-family collection at the Desert Mountain golf club in Scottsdale, on Nov. 21. Guests at the event will be treated to an interactive golf simulator, complimentary coffee and matcha and a made-to-order omelet station sponsored by Ferguson Home, Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove. The Camelot Homes team will also be onsite to answer questions about the community, including future residents’ opportunity to obtain golf course memberships.
Medina is the No. 11 most expensive ZIP code in the US
Medina is the No. 11 most expensive ZIP code in the US October 15, 2026 Real estate research company PropertyShark ranked United States ZIP codes based on registered residential transactions closed between Jan. 1 and Sept. 30. A new study named Medina the No. 1 most expensive ZIP code in Washington and No. 11 nationwide. Real estate research company PropertyShark ranked United States ZIP codes based on registered residential transactions closed between Jan. 1 and Sept. 30.
The 10 most expensive homes sold in Fort Worth in September
1. 9541 Marbella Drive (via HAR.com) 2. 8805 Royal Harbor Court (via HAR.com) 3. 5760 Forest Highlands Drive (via Redfin via NTREIS) 4. 15101 White Settlement Road (via HAR.com) 5. 7013 Shinnecock Hills Drive (via HAR.com) 5. 9637 Saint Michel Lane (via HAR.com) 7. 9717 Latour Court (via HAR.com) 8. 2603 Simondale Drive (via HAR.com) 9. 9700 Latour Court (via HAR.com) 10. 860 N. Bailey Ave.
The 10 most expensive homes sold on Bainbridge Island in September
1. 10555 NE Seaborn Road (via Redfin via NWMLS) 2. 7464 Madrona Drive NE (via Redfin via NWMLS) 3. 7080 Ridge Lane NE (via Redfin via NWMLS) 4. 10147 NE Roberts Road (via Redfin via NWMLS) 5. 11515 Blue Heron Lane NE (via Redfin via NWMLS) 6. 6400 NE Agate Beach Lane (via Redfin via NWMLS) 7. 12145 Arrow Point Loop NE (via Redfin via NWMLS) 8. 7535 NE West Port Madison Road (via Redfin via NWMLS) 9. 3696 Lavender Lane NE (via Redfin via NWMLS) 10.
The Fort Worth housing market by county
GFWAR: Fort Worth-area markets see mixed results in Q3 October 15, 2026 Fort Worth closed home sales declined 5.3% year over year during the quarter, with 2,701 sales. Active listings declined 1.8% to 3,426, and the median price dipped 0.3% to $329,000. (via GFWAR) Market activity was varied around the Fort Worth area across the third quarter of the year, according to the latest report from the Greater Fort Worth Association of REALTORS®.
HAR: Housing market activity cools in Houston amid higher mortgage rates
Home sales decreased in Houston during September as mortgage rates surpassed 7%, according to the latest Housing Market Update from the Houston Association of REALTORS®. Closings declined 5.7% year over year, with 7,030 home sales during the month. Meanwhile, the average 30-year mortgage rate reached 7.03% during the last week of September and continued to increase to 7.28% and 7.4% in the first two weeks of October, Freddie Mac reported.
Lovett Homes to build gated community in Mid Lane
Lovett Homes to build gated community in Mid Lane October 15, 2026 Plans for the gated enclave include six luxury estates ranging from 3,300 to 4,500 square feet. (via Lovett Homes) Lovett Homes will build a gated community in the Mid Lane neighborhood in Houston’s River Oaks area. The builder first developed residences in the neighborhood over 40 years ago. Lovett’s plans for the gated enclave include six luxury estates ranging from 3,300 to 4,500 square feet.
Nan and Company opens new office in The Woodlands with 2 new agents
Nan and Company Properties opened a new office in The Woodlands at 10001 Woodloch Forest Drive, Suite 100, replacing its former location in the area at a suite inside LifeTime Works. Executive Vice President of Sales Elise Repa will oversee day-to-day operations. The new location features Herman Miller furnishings, glass walls and phone booths. The brokerage celebrated the grand opening of the 2,890-square-foot office with a celebration sponsored by Chase and Select Title.
Marie Gilbert moves her team to Compass
Marie Gilbert moves her team to Compass October 14, 2026 Marie Gilbert and the Marie Gilbert Team are now affiliated with Compass. Marie Gilbert and the Marie Gilbert Team, including her sons Nicholas and Chase Fabling and niece Sarah Taylor, have joined Compass. The team reportedly generates approximately $50 million in annual sales. Gilbert was previously with REMAX for 30 years.
Century 21 Tevas Real Estate transitions to Century 21 Republic under new ownership
Century 21 Tevas Real Estate transitions to Century 21 Republic under new ownership October 13, 2026 Husband-and-wife team Moire and Jose Torres are now co-owners of Century 21 Republic in Pearland. Jose and Moire Torres took over ownership of Century 21 Tevas Real Estate, which is now known as Century 21 Republic. The Pearland-based office is located at 2505 S. Park Ave, Suite B.
Closed home sales decline in DFW as median price recedes
Closed home sales decline in DFW as median price recedes October 13, 2026 Amid decreased market activity, the median price fell 1.6% year over year to $379,990 in the Metroplex. Closed home sales, active listings and home prices all declined in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in September, according to the latest data from the MetroTex Association of REALTORS®. Sales dipped 6.6% year over year, with 7,228 closings during the month.
Toll Brothers to build Creekbend community in Celina
Toll Brothers to build Creekbend community in Celina October 13, 2026 Toll Brothers' Corby design for Creekbend (via Toll Brothers) Toll Brothers began sitework on Creekbend, its new community located at 3908 Ozark Drive in Celina. The builder will offer both one- and two-story single-family homes on 50- and 60-foot lots. Designs feature three to five bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 bathrooms, with personalization options available.
New, pending, closed listings all decline annually in Houston
New, pending, closed listings all decline annually in Houston October 09, 2026 The Houston Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS. Market activity dipped in Houston during the week ended Oct. 5, according to the latest Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS®. New listings decreased 3% year over year as sellers added 3,530 properties to the MLS, down from 3,640 during the same week in 2025.
Century Communities acquires HistoryMaker Homes
Century Communities acquires HistoryMaker Homes October 09, 2026 Century Communities acquired HistoryMaker Homes. (Image courtesy of HistoryMaker Homes) Century Communities acquired Dallas-Fort Worth homebuilder HistoryMaker Homes. The merger triples Century Communities’ footprint in the Metroplex. HistoryMaker Homes is the longest-standing production homebuilder in the Lone Star State, according to a press release. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Grapevine.
Rachel Lumpkin joins Real Residential
Rachel Lumpkin joins Real Residential October 08, 2026 Rachel Lumpkin is now affiliated with Real Residential. Broker Rachel Lumpkin, previously with Coldwell Banker Bain, is now affiliated with Real Residential. A graduate of Western Washington University, the Mercer Island resident returned to the area after spending 17 years working in Washington, D.C., including over a decade as director of events for a foreign policy nonprofit organization.
Sales begin for Toll Brothers at Bristol Valley in Heath
Sales begin for Toll Brothers at Bristol Valley in Heath October 08, 2026 Toll Brothers' Heidelberg design featuring a modern farmhouse exterior for Bristol Valley (via Toll Brothers) Toll Brothers opened a new community within the Bristol Valley development in Heath. A sales center is located at 109 Arbor Glen Drive.
Phoenix REALTORS®: Affordability concerns delay start of fall market pickup
Phoenix REALTORS®: Affordability concerns delay start of fall market pickup October 08, 2026 Data from Phoenix REALTORS®' latest Local Market Update for Maricopa County. Despite more year-to-date sales so far in 2026 than in 2025, pending and closed home sales and new listings all declined annually in Maricopa County in September, according to the latest data from Phoenix REALTORS®.
NWMLS active listings hit highest level in more than a decade
NWMLS active listings hit highest level in more than a decade October 07, 2026 Active listings hit their highest level since September 2014. (via NWMLS) Active listings in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service area reached their highest level since September 2014 last month, according to the latest NWMLS data. There were a total of 24,965 properties on the market in September, up 24.5% year over year. Over half of those listings were concentrated in three counties: .
Tucson Association of REALTORS® launches anti-deed-fraud campaign
Tucson Association of REALTORS® launches anti-deed-fraud campaign October 07, 2026 Deed fraud — which occurs when scammers forge signatures and record fake deeds to sell properties that aren’t theirs — cost Arizona homeowners over $50 million in 2025. The Tucson Association of REALTORS® launched a consumer protection campaign that aims to combat deed fraud in Arizona.
Trent Bailey joins Truly Title’s Texas leadership team Original
Trent Bailey joins Truly Title’s Texas leadership team October 06, 2026 Trent Bailey is now the executive vice president of Texas for Truly Title. Trent Bailey joined Truly Title as executive vice president of Texas. Bailey has over two decades of title insurance experience, both at the branch level and on the corporate side. Most recently, he worked as vice president and director of ancillary services for the Texas market with National Investors Title.
Real launches Young Professionals division Original
Real launches Young Professionals division October 06, 2026 Shaylie Fraser serves as the director of Real's Young Professionals division. The Real Brokerage launched Real Young Professionals, a young professionals division offering exclusive education, networking, referral and leadership opportunities for real estate agents.
Former NHL athlete Stu Barnes joins Carrie Himel Group at Compass
Former NHL athlete Stu Barnes joins Carrie Himel Group at Compass October 06, 2026 NHL vet Stu Barnes is now a member of the Carrie Himel Group at Compass. Former National Hockey League pro Stu Barnes is now the sixth member of the Carrie Himel Group at Compass. Team leader Carrie Himel is a member of the brokerage’s Sports + Entertainment Division.
Amy Crenan named senior vice president of marketing for Signorelli
Amy Crenan named senior vice president of marketing for Signorelli October 06, 2026 Amy Crenan was named senior vice president of marketing for Signorelli. Private Texas real estate developer Signorelli (formerly The Signorelli Company) announced that Amy Crenan will serve as its new senior vice president of marketing. Crenan has over 15 years of marketing and communications experience, most recently working with Cornerstone Building Brands for over a decade.
Fathom Holdings and Bed Bath & Beyond cancel merger Original
Neighborhood Intelligence — formerly Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. — will no longer acquire national real estate holdings firm Fathom Holdings. The group’s respective boards “mutually agreed” to terminate the merger, according to a press release. News of the merger initially surprised the real estate industry this June, when it was announced that Bed Bath & Beyond would acquire Fathom in an all-stock deal valued at over $53 million.
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