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Reasons to Own Your Own Home Instead of Renting

Reasons to Own Your Own Home Instead of Renting

Tax breaks, appreciation, equity, savings, predictability, freedom, and stability.

When and Where To Search for Your New Home

When and Where To Search for Your New Home

Seasonal timing affects pricing and seller flexibility. Here's when and where to look.

House Hunting Strategy In This Market Can Be Fun

House Hunting Strategy In This Market Can Be Fun

Pick your preferred area on a map, do drive-bys, and share your likes and dislikes with your agent.

Before And After Negotiating When Buying Or Selling

Before And After Negotiating When Buying Or Selling

Know the local market and the selling price for every comparable home before you negotiate.

Five San Antonio-Area School Districts Are Asking Voters to Approve Tax Increases This November

San Antonio ISD, Northside ISD, South San Antonio ISD, East Central ISD and SCUC ISD all have tax measures on the November 2026 ballot.

San Antonio Council Blocks Public Vote on $489M Arena Deal — What It Means for Your Home

City Council voted 5-6 against a ballot measure on the city's $489M arena share. Here's what that means for SA homeowners and buyers.

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Buying a Home in Alamo Heights ISD: A Family Guide to the District and Its Neighborhoods

Everything San Antonio families should know before buying a home in the Alamo Heights ISD attendance zone.

TEA's 2026 A-F School Ratings Are Out — Here's What San Antonio Buyers, Sellers and Renters Need to Know

TEA released 2026 A-F school ratings on August 14. Here's how the results can shape your next real estate move in San Antonio.

North East ISD Climbs to a B, Judson ISD Reaches a C: What the 2026 School Ratings Mean for San Antonio Homeowners

North East ISD earned a B and Judson ISD jumped from a D to a C in 2026 — here's what that means for your home's value and your neighborhood.

Northside ISD Earns a C in 2026 — But Mead Elementary's Jump from F to B Is the Story Worth Watching

Northside ISD's 2026 report card shows a district-wide C, with Mead Elementary's dramatic F-to-B turnaround standing out for San Antonio home buyers.

San Antonio Home Sales Climbed 5% in July 2026 — What the Numbers Mean for You

SABOR's July 2026 report shows more homes selling, rising prices, and a rental market that's shifting too.

2026 School Ratings Are Out: What San Antonio Buyers Need to Know Right Now

Edgewood ISD is the only San Antonio-area district rated F in 2026, while five local districts climbed a full letter grade.

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Northside ISD's November Vote: What a VATRE and $886.2M Bond Mean for Your Home

Northside ISD voters will decide on a tax rate increase and an $886.2M bond on November 3, 2026. Here's what it means for your household.

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

Southwest ISD serves a welcoming stretch of San Antonio's south and southwest side — here's what homebuyers should know about the district and its neighborhoods.

NOAA Cuts 2026 Hurricane Forecast: What It Means for San Antonio Home Buyers, Sellers and Owners

NOAA's updated forecast calls for a quieter Atlantic hurricane season—here's what that means for your home in San Antonio.

30-Year Mortgage Rate Hits 6.69%: What San Antonio Home Buyers Need to Know Right Now

Freddie Mac's latest rate survey puts the 30-year fixed at 6.69%—here's what that means if you're buying, selling, or renting in San Antonio.

Comal ISD's $567M Bond Election: What November's Vote Means for Homeowners in New Braunfels and Beyond

Comal ISD voters will decide on a $567M bond in November — here's what homeowners, buyers and sellers need to know before that vote.

SAWS Drops to Stage 2: What the End of Stage 3 Surcharges Means for San Antonio Homeowners

SAWS lifted Stage 3 drought surcharges on August 4, 2026, but watering restrictions remain — here's what that means for your household.

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Texas Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 7–9: What San Antonio Families Should Know Before School Starts

Texas shoppers can skip sales tax on most clothing, footwear and school supplies under $100 this Friday through Sunday, Aug. 7–9.

What San Antonio's 2026 Crime Trends Mean for Your Home Decision

SAPD data shows property crime dropping sharply in early 2026, but crimes against persons ticking up — here's what it means for you.

Fed Holds Rates Steady — But Three Dissents Signal the Market Isn't Settled Yet

The FOMC kept its benchmark rate unchanged, but three voting members wanted a hike — here's what that means for San Antonio home buyers and sellers.

Buying a Home in East Central ISD: What San Antonio Families Should Know

East Central ISD offers families a quieter lifestyle on San Antonio's southeast side without sacrificing good schools or easy city access.

San Antonio Homicides Drop 8% in Early 2026: What Falling Crime Means for the Housing Market

A new analysis shows San Antonio homicides fell 8% in the first half of 2026, continuing a trend that matters for buyers, sellers, and renters alike.

San Antonio Finally Hits 100°F — What the Late Arrival of Summer's Benchmark Means for Your Home

San Antonio reached 100°F for the first time in 2026 on July 22, nearly four weeks later than usual. Here's what that means for your home.