Real estate development offers big opportunities but every deal comes with risk. Funding talks and contract choices can shift liabilities or create disputes that cut into profits. Here's why structuring your deal with both risk and compliance in mind is the best way...
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How Texas commercial assets transfer in mergers and acquisitions
When you take part in a merger and acquisition in Texas, real estate often becomes a key part of the deal. The way you move property from one owner to another can affect closing timelines, financing and how smoothly business operations continue after the transaction....
Navigating rising tax burdens for commercial real estate investors in 2025
The Texas commercial real estate market is experiencing significant growth and transformation in 2025. These trends presents both opportunities and challenges for investors who must navigate a more complex tax environment. Property values in some areas of Texas are...
5 ways for real estate investors to reduce their tax burden
Investing in real estate in Texas and elsewhere offers numerous opportunities for growth and profitability. However, optimizing your investment to reduce taxes can help you more quickly reach your goals. How could you limit the impact of taxes when investing in real...
Timing and taxes when selling commercial real estate
When you choose to sell a commercial real estate property, you want to maximize the benefits you receive from this transaction. Timing your sale strategically can not help you get the best price for these valuable investments but if done properly also optimize tax...
How can you benefit from working with a commercial real estate attorney?
Dealing with commercial real estate can be challenging for both experienced and new investors. Whether you are buying or selling property, engaging an experienced attorney who specializes in commercial real estate can benefit you in many ways. The right attorney can...
What role do escrow provisions play in commercial real estate transactions?
When buying or selling commercial real estate, each party depends on the other to honor the terms of their agreement. One key mechanism that provides this assurance is the use of escrow provisions within an Earnest Money Contract or Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA)....
Choosing the right commercial real estate attorney: A guide for businesses
Whether you are leasing, buying or selling commercial property or involved in development, having the right legal counsel is crucial. A knowledgeable commercial real estate attorney can protect your interests, help you negotiate better deals, and guide you through...
Micro-apartments grow in popularity
Texans like to say that everything is bigger in the Lone Star State. There are plenty of examples that prove this point, especially when it comes to real estate. Still, the East and West Coast trend of tiny apartments (400 square feet or less) has caught the attention...
Right of first offer vs. Right of first refusal
In the world of commercial real estate, drafting and negotiating leases and agreements can be complex. Two critical clauses that often come into play are the "right of first offer" (ROFO) and the "right of first refusal" (ROFR). These clauses are beneficial for both...

