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The Howes Report - February 2025

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The Howes Report - February 2025

Happy February! In the latest version of the Howes Report, you’ll discover Compass national real estate insights, the Ultra-Luxury Report, my latest luxury sale, and Valentine’s Day recommendations from yours truly! As always, please feel free to reach out to me for any and all of your real estate needs. I would love to be your trusted source for real estate for all of your family and friends!

2024 saw a significant rebound from 2023 in the number of new listings, but the count remained far down from long-term standards – with considerable impact on supply and demand dynamics. Many would-be sellers are still holding off, reluctant to trade their low interest rates. Of course, this does not apply to the increasing percentage of buyers who pay all-cash, and high levels of home equity and soaring stock markets are big factors in this trend.

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$10 MILLION-PLUS SALES SURGE ACROSS78% OF TOP U.S. MARKETS
Buyers of the most lucrative homes, fueled by massive wealth creation, have kept the $10 million-plus market thriving, not only in established hubs but also in emerging destinations like Snowmass, Colorado, and Nashville, where demand for premier properties soared. Click here to explore Compass Luxury’s 2024 Ultra-Luxury Report for more trends and expert insights on the national $10 million-plus real estate market
JUST SOLD IN RIVER OAKS!
I am so excited to announce that 29 Tiel Way is officially SOLD! This stunning new construction home by Nest Luxury Homes has a lucky new owner! I was honored to be involved in this home from the very beginning stages, from plan approval with River Oaks, to breaking ground with the incredible Nest building team, to listing and selling the gorgeous completed home. It takes a village to sell a new construction home.
As a city that is known for its food, of course, Houston has some really amazing Valentine’s Day menus coming up! Check out a few of my recommendations below, and get your reservations in soon!
Hidden Omakase
A special shareable 15-course menu includes four specialty oysters per couple, a shareable house made pasta, a sweet takeaway dessert, and complimentary wine. The cost is $225 per couple. Two seatings are available at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Book reservations through resy.com.
Marigold Club
Revel in romance with the Mayfair-inspired restaurant’s selection of special menu items for Valentine’s Day. Options include caviar service, Duck Wellington, a raw bar, and an expertly curated wine collection. Make reservations on Open Table.

Mutiny Wine Room
Those looking for something elegant and approachable, try Mutiny’s three-course dinner, Choose from dishes like fresh East Coast oysters with a Thai twist, house-smoked Peking duck breast served with ginger fried rice, and a decadent chocolate and red wine pot de crème. The full menu and reservation details are online.

Check out some of my luxury listings below that are available now all across Houston! Contact me for more details or for off-market opportunities!

Until Next Time,

Dee Dee Guggenheim Howes