Commercial property investment is often profitable and commercial real estate can hold value well. For entrepreneurs who wish to move into a new market or hope to get a return on their capital, there are many attractive opportunities. However, “commercial property”...
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Protecting yourself from unfavorable contracts
Many business people view contracts as being mutually beneficial, however, there may be circumstances under which a contract leaves one side at a distinct disadvantage. Often a contract is agreed after thorough negotiation with much forethought. Yet, negotiation and...
How will inflation impact your business in the coming year?
Each year, the value of the US dollar decreases somewhat due to inflation. The economic force of inflation fuels speculation and prices across sectors. This year inflation is higher than it has been in 30 years, and it may hurt businesses that struggle to adjust. The...
What opportunities will the new infrastructure plan bring?
On November 5th, Congress passed a new law promising investment into infrastructure across the country. At $1.2 trillion, there are many expected benefits and enhancements to come. Today, we will look at the bill and consider how the provisions will benefit businesses...
Is the next generation ready to lead businesses?
As your top-tier personnel ages, it is natural to look to younger people for replacements. However, there is growing concern among business owners that the next generations – specifically Millennials and Generation Z – are not ready for the responsibility. Are younger...
Renewable energy increases may create surprising opportunities
A transition from fossil fuels to more renewable energy is gaining popularity across the world and the United States. However, Texas remains reliant on the oil and gas industry in many ways, so a shift in the country's energy needs may have a dramatic effect here....
Houston is the 3rd largest industrial market in the first half of 2021
On August 11th, Houston’s growth as an industrial player received national attention once again. Coming in at $1.93 billion in transactions, the city of Houston is the third-largest industrial real estate market in the country. The report also notes that Dallas came...
What makes a successful sub-development?
August 2022 expects to see the completion of a new housing development in Forney, Texas. What makes this development news noteworthy is that it represents a unique effort to stand out to prospective buyers by adding luxurious amenities such as, in this case, a massive...
Is now the time to sell a business?
With Congress' ongoing discussions about the federal budget, there could be significant changes to the tax code, possibly including increases in capital gains tax rates. If significant changes to the capital gains tax move forward, you may think 2021 is the right time...
What are the obstacles to moving an overseas company to Texas?
Texas is a business-friendly state, and many US companies find a move to the Lone Star state in their best interests. However, crossing state lines is relatively simple compared to the perceived difficulty of expanding a company to the US from another country. The...

