Sun-Soaked, Pup-Approved: Our Family’s Favorite Summer Activities in Houston (2025 Edition)

Every June my now 13-year-old, my husband, and our Portuguese Water Dog (he thinks every puddle is the Atlantic) create a bucket list that mixes cool water, brain-food museums, and low-cost day trips. Below are the traditions and new spots we’re tackling this summer—feel free to borrow a few for yo

What Texas’ Proposed $140K Homestead Exemption Could Mean for Houston Real Estate

Property‑tax season just got a jolt of good news: House and Senate negotiators have agreed on a package that would lift the statewide homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000 (and to $200,000 for seniors and homeowners with disabilities). The plan still needs final votes—then a statewide refere

Houston Home‑Insurance Sticker Shock: Why Rates Keep Climbing in 2025—and What You Can Do About It

If you own—or plan to own—a home in the Houston area, you’ve probably noticed your insurance bill creeping up faster than the morning humidity. You’re not imagining things: According tot he Houston Chronicle, Texas premiums have jumped roughly 43 percent since 2023, with another ~$500 bump forecast

How Tech Is Reshaping West Houston—Let Me Tell You Why I’m Excited (and Why You Might Be, Too)

Hey friend, Have you heard?  West Houston is tipping from “Energy Corridor” to “Innovation Alley,” and the shift is already reshaping what homes are worth from Katy to Cypress. Here’s the inside scoop I’ve been sharing with clients over coffee: Billion-Dollar Neighbors Are Moving In Apple + Nvid