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Houston Housing Authority, HUD launch programs to enhance housing mobility, support aging in place
New initiatives expand services to reach more families and seniors, addressing needs with additional resources. For an 83-year-old grandmother, a simple bathroom renovation means she can now shower safely without fear of falling. Across town, a young family is preparing to move to a neighborhood with better schools, a dream they never thought possible. These life-changing moments are becoming reality for many Houstonians, thanks to two new programs launched by the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), in partnership with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). With $6.25 million in funding, these initiatives are redefining what affordable housing means for vulnerable residents.
The Jill Smith Team relocates to new office space in Cy-Fair
The Jill Smith Team serves northwest Houston. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Local real estate group The Jill Smith Team has relocated from 12254 Queenston Blvd., Ste. D, Houston, to another suite in the same office condo park. Officials said Jill Smith has over 13 years of experience, and also has a...
Home-price growth sinks to lowest level since October: CoreLogic
Limited inventory and high mortgage rates continue to push home prices higher, but the pace of growth is starting to slow down. That’s according to the monthly home price index report from CoreLogic, which shows that U.S. home prices grew by 4.9% year over year in May. That was the lowest yearly rate of appreciation since October 2023.
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