Rudy Mireles RGV

06/02/2026

Read more here: https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/home-prices-outpace-valley-paychecks-data-shows/

You asked, Rudy answered: Data shows home prices are outpacing Valley paychecks

06/01/2026

Brownsville home prices have more than DOUBLED since 2015. Now, it’s one of the most “overpriced” markets in the country.

What used to cost $150K is now over $300K.

Link to full story in comments

06/01/2026

Wrapped up Ben’s first beach trip with a visit to see his favorite animals at Sea Turtle, Inc. this weekend. He was very excited to see his dad on the TV’s in the cold stun exhibit. Can’t wait to take him back out there again. 🐢

05/25/2026

Lots of fun at the City of Mission Hike and Bike Trails this morning. We went over a bridge. We saw a bunny. We went (kind of) fast.

Have a safe Memorial Day.

05/24/2026

“Independents and Republicans saw decreases in sentiment, with both groups reaching their lowest readings of the current presidential administration,” said Hsu. “This month’s increase in long-run expectations reflects sizable jumps among independents and Republicans.”

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As gas prices rise and renewed inflation fears hit households, Americans are worried about the economy. On Friday, the University of Michigan’s Surveys of Consume…

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

Consumer confidence just hit a new low — and it’s happening across political parties as higher prices continue weighing on Americans’ outlook on the economy. Here’s what the latest survey found and why it matters for Valley families.

https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/consumer-confidence-hits-new-low-across-parties-survey-finds/

05/23/2026

Honored to share that I’ve been accepted into Leadership McAllen Class XLVI!

I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the McAllen community, connect with others, and better understand how I can serve our city and the Rio Grande Valley moving forward.

05/21/2026

Interactive maps at link below: Mortgage rates are climbing again, and it’s starting to show in the Rio Grande Valley housing market.

The average 30-year mortgage rate hit 6.51% today, the highest level since August, while new data shows Valley housing inventory has tripled since 2022.

But despite more homes hitting the market, many areas across the region still favor sellers, especially in growing parts of Edinburg and North McAllen.

I broke down:
• Which Valley ZIP codes favor buyers vs. sellers
• Where home prices are rising fastest
• Why affordability remains a challenge for many families
• How inflation and rising rates are impacting the market locally

Story + interactive maps here: https://www.valleycentral.com/news/business/mortgage-rates-highest-since-august-valley-market-cools/

05/09/2026