Rise of the AI-Assisted Shopper: What Drove 2025’s Holiday Retail Records
Online holiday retail sales hit a record high in 2025, with AI tools appearing to play an increasing role in consumers’ buying decisions. The post Rise of the AI-Assisted Shopper: What Drove 2025’s Holiday Retail Records appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center.
Is the Low-Rate Lock-In Grip Finally Loosening?
Despite mortgage rates above 6 percent, Texas saw record seller activity in 2024–25, driven largely by existing homeowners. Life events, price gains, and market adjustment suggest the lock-in effect is easing. The post Is the Low-Rate Lock-In Grip Finally Loosening? appeared first on Texas Real Esta
The Housing Market: A Look Back at 2025 and What’s Ahead
The trajectory of mortgage rates will be key to shaping nearly everything in 2026. The post The Housing Market: A Look Back at 2025 and What’s Ahead appeared first on Texas Real Estate Research Center.
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