A New Horizon for Housing: Why Summer 2026 Promises Unprecedented Growth and Affordability
March 2026 has marked a pivotal turning point for the American housing market, setting the stage for a remarkably optimistic outlook as we approach the summer. The alignment of sweeping executive actions and bipartisan legislative progress will work to alleviate the twin pressures of constrained mortgage credit and stifled housing supply. On March 13, 2026, […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – OCTOBER 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for October 2025. Our active listing median prices have risen the past month to $451,500 which is actually a 18.4% decrease from where it was compared to last October at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has increased for active listings to […]
Fresh Paint Still Sells Homes Better Than Almost Anything Else
Every home tells a story. But before buyers ever listen, they look. And what they notice first isn’t the new hardware, the upgraded fixtures, or even the landscaping. It’s the walls. A new coat of paint still beats almost any other home improvement when it comes to getting a property ready to sell. A Better […]
What Happens to Real Estate When the Government Shuts Down
When the federal government closes, real estate feels it first. Behind every sale, mortgage, or permit are government-backed systems that make homeownership possible. Flood insurance, FHA and VA loans, rural housing programs, and federal verifications all rely on staff and systems that stop or slow when Washington grinds to a halt. On a recent episode […]
Massive Surge in Homes for Sale, But Where are the Buyers – What’s Really Going On?
What is happening in today’s housing market? Listings are expanding at a steady pace. In June, housing inventory was up 16 percent compared to the same time last year. Pending home sales dropped just 0.8 percent from May and are down only 2.8 percent year over year, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. While […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – JUNE 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for June 2025. Our active listing median prices have softened the past month to $358,500 which is actually a 24.6% decrease from where it was compared to last June at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has slightly declined for active listings […]
Supporting Our Island Small Businesses: The Backbone of Our Economy
As your Mayor, and as a former small business owner myself, I know firsthand the grit, determination, and resilience it takes to keep the lights on, payroll met, and customers happy. For 15 years, I proudly ran my own Allstate insurance agency. I built it from the ground up, navigated economic ups and downs, and […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – FEBRUARY 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for February 2025. Our active listing median prices have softened the past month to $379,000 which is actually a 4.4% decrease from where it was compared to last February at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has risen for active listings t0 […]
Safety is a City priority for Spring Break on Padre Island
The sound of waves crashing against the shore, seagulls soaring overhead, and families laughing as they create lasting memories, this is the experience of many visitors and residents on The Island, Whether you’re a local or traveling from afar, we know safety is a top priority when celebrating Spring Break. Here on The Island, we […]
Padre Island – Corpus Christi Update July 2024
Padre Island is undertaking an inspiring journey, harmoniously integrating development with conservation to preserve the essence of our Island. I am delighted to share a significant development regarding our cherished Packery Channel and the Michael J. Ellis Seawall. This summer, we are set to embark on a transformative project that will see sand moved southward […]