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30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs Back Above 7%: What San Antonio Buyers Need to Know Right Now

The average 30-year fixed rate hit 7.03% this week, and San Antonio buyers should understand exactly what that means for their purchase power.

SAWS Returns to Stage 3 Water Restrictions: What San Antonio Homeowners Need to Know Right Now

SAWS has moved back to Stage 3 restrictions as the Edwards Aquifer drops below 640 feet — here's what it means for your home and yard.

Buying a Home in Floresville ISD: What Families Need to Know About the District and Its Neighborhoods

Floresville ISD offers small-town schools, room to breathe, and a genuine sense of community just south of San Antonio.

I-35 NEX Is 82% Done — Here's What That Means for San Antonio Home Buyers, Sellers and Investors Right Now

I-35 NEX Central is 82% complete with more phases underway — here's how this massive project reshapes San Antonio real estate decisions.

San Antonio Ties Its September 17 Record High — What 98°F Means for Your Home

San Antonio hit 98°F on September 17, tying a record set in 1997. Here's what that heat means for buyers, sellers, renters, and homeowners.

Fed Raises Rates Again: What the New 3.75%–4.00% Range Means for San Antonio Home Buyers, Sellers, and Renters

The FOMC just raised the federal funds rate to 3.75%–4.00%. Here's what that unanimous decision means for your San Antonio real estate plans.

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San Antonio Raises Property Tax Rate for First Time in 30 Years — What It Means for Your Home

San Antonio City Council voted 7-4 on September 17, 2026 to raise the property tax rate, adding roughly $50 a year for the average homeowner.

San Antonio Home Sales Rose 4% in August While Texas and the Nation Pulled Back

San Antonio bucked a statewide and national slowdown in August 2026, with home sales up 4% year over year and a median price just above $299,000.

Hail Hits San Antonio's Northeast Side: What Homeowners Need to Know Now

Storms on September 11 brought damaging hail and heavy rain to the East Side, Converse, and the I-10 East corridor. Here's what to do next.

August CPI Came in at 3.4%: Here's What It Means for San Antonio Home Buyers, Sellers and Renters This Fall

Inflation ticked up in August, but shelter costs are cooling — and that has real implications for anyone navigating San Antonio real estate right now.

San Antonio Home Sales Rise 4% in August While Prices Hold Steady: What It Means for You

San Antonio's August 2026 housing market showed stronger sales and stable prices, offering real opportunities for buyers, sellers, and renters.

Bexar County Home Prices Dip in August 2026: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Right Now

Bexar County's median home price fell 3.1% to $280,999 in August 2026, even as sales volume climbed 8.8% year over year.

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Buying in Harlandale ISD: A Family Guide to the District, Neighborhoods, and What to Expect

Thinking about buying a home in Harlandale ISD? Here's what San Antonio families should know before they start their search.

Bexar County Holds the Line on Your Tax Rate — Here's What the $2.6B Budget Means for San Antonio Homeowners

Bexar County approved a $2.6B budget with a steady tax rate, closing a $145M gap through cuts — here's what that means for your home.

UTSA Hits 44,000 Students: What That Means for San Antonio's Rental Market This Fall

UTSA's record fall 2026 enrollment of more than 44,000 students is already shaping rental demand across San Antonio neighborhoods.

A $156 Million Road Project Near the Airport Is Coming. Here's What San Antonio Homeowners Need to Know.

TxDOT's massive Loop 410/US 281 overhaul starts this fall. If you live, buy, or sell near the airport corridor, this affects you.

SAISD School Ratings Are Rising — But a 2027 State Takeover Is Still on the Table

SAISD improved its campus ratings in 2026, but both SAISD and Judson ISD still risk state takeover if key schools don't earn at least a D next year.

San Antonio's $158M Budget Gap: What the FY2027 Proposal Means for Your Home and Property Taxes

San Antonio's proposed FY2027 budget tackles a $158M deficit with a property tax rate increase that will affect nearly every homeowner in the city.

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Buying a Home in Southside ISD: What San Antonio Families Should Know Before They Shop

Southside ISD offers families an affordable entry point into homeownership with a tight-knit community feel on San Antonio's south side.

Price of The Home Equals Economy and Local Schools

Price of The Home Equals Economy and Local Schools

A seller's asking price isn't always the real value. Use comps and inspections to your advantage.

Should You Rent or Buy a Home Based On Today's Economy?

Should You Rent or Buy a Home Based On Today's Economy?

Owning builds equity and offers tax benefits and appreciation. Here's how to weigh it.

Finding a Real Estate Agent Can Be Challenging

Finding a Real Estate Agent Can Be Challenging

A good agent brings MLS access, local market knowledge, and negotiating strength.

Factors Beyond Price That Determine The Home You Buy

Factors Beyond Price That Determine The Home You Buy

Contingencies, deposits, financing clauses, inspections, and closing dates all shape your offer.

The Basics of Financing a New Home In This Economy

The Basics of Financing a New Home In This Economy

Understand loan-to-value limits, loan amount limits, good faith estimates, and the ratios lenders use.