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Hard freeze most likely will not take a toll on Houston retailers’ Christmas sales

Andrew Schneider

Posted on December 23, 2022 · If traditionally strong December 23 sales are lighter this year, it will more likely be because of fears about inflation, not the cold.

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Houstonians Keep Outspending Rest of Country in Back-To-School Shopping

Florian Martin

Posted on August 10, 2018 · This weekend is tax free holiday; parents spending less on electronics

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Houstonians Spend More On Back-To-School Shopping

Florian Martin

Posted on July 27, 2017 · Deloitte’s 2017 back-to-school survey finds Houston shoppers start sooner than the rest of the nation.

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Holiday Sales Expected To Grow Again This Year

Florian Martin

Posted on November 21, 2016 · Generational groups differ in where and how they shop.

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Houston home sales are down, but ‘dramatic price drop’ unlikely, expert says

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Posted on February 8, 2023 · High mortgage rates, inflation and fears of a recession this year have kept many potential homebuyers waiting for better market conditions.

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