How the Cottage Food Industry is Stirring Up Success for Rural Texans

You know that jar of salsa you picked up at the farmer’s market last week? It’s just a small part of Texas’ burgeoning cottage food industry that’s helping economies in rural areas. The post How the Cottage Food Industry is Stirring Up Success for Rural Texans appeared first on Texas Real Estate Res

Unwrapping 2024’s Holiday Spending Spree

With the 2024 holiday season wrapped up, it's time to take a closer look at the numbers and understand what drove this year’s better-than-expected consumer spending.  The post Unwrapping 2024’s Holiday Spending Spree appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center.

Recent Developments in Texas Property Taxes (with an Emphasis on Counties)

Given the growth of the state’s economy and population, it’s no surprise that total tax collections continue to rise. The post Recent Developments in Texas Property Taxes (with an Emphasis on Counties) appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center.

House Hushing & Why You Need It Now

Everyday, we’re slowly adding more stuff to our homes.There’s the functional pieces, like the sofa and the coasters, extra throw pillows and snuggly blankets, and the stuff of daily life: shoes, mail, mugs and dog beds. Over time, every room of the house is holding more stuff and we’re managing it w