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Texas’ 89th Legislative Session, concluded on June 2, 2025, has ushered in a transformative housing reform package aimed at addressing the state’s critical housing shortage and enhancing affordability. For real estate investors, these new laws—effective September 1, 2025—present significant opportunities to capitalize on streamlined development processes, relaxed zoning restrictions, and increased housing supply potential. This […]
The ADP National Employment Report revealed a surprising decline of 33,000 private-sector jobs in the U.S. for June 2025, marking the first employment drop since March 2023. This figure significantly underperformed economists’ expectations, which had forecasted a gain of 110,000 jobs. Nela Richardson, Chief Economist at ADP, noted, “Though layoffs continue to be rare, […]
In 2025, U.S. real estate investors face a dynamic market: home prices are climbing 3-5% annually, inventory is up 20% year-over-year, and foreclosure starts are surging (REOs up 23.3% in 2024). With competition heating up, how do you secure high-value, off-market deals before they hit the MLS? The answer lies in a powerful, low-cost strategy: […]
What Is a 1031 Exchange? A 1031 exchange, named after Section 1031 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, allows real estate investors to defer capital gains taxes by exchanging one investment property for another of equal or greater value. This powerful tool helps investors preserve wealth, reinvest profits, and grow their portfolios without immediate tax […]
Data from Real Estate IQ reveals a striking increase in off-market lead filings for probates, divorces, and loan modifications in Texas and Florida during May 2025 and when compared to April 2025 and earlier periods. What could the market be telling? What trends can you take advantage of? Take a closer look at our intelligence […]
Real estate investing offers multiple paths to wealth, but two strategies stand: flipping houses to sell and buy-and-hold investing. Each approach has unique benefits and challenges, making it critical to understand which aligns with your goals, risk tolerance, and resources. This guide breaks down both strategies, their pros and cons, and tips to help you […]