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*updated 1-28-2025 A real estate double close in Texas isn’t some secret cowboy card trick—it’s a proven real estate strategy that investors with years of experience in the industry use to generate quick profits. This method involves purchasing a property and reselling it to a cash buyer, often on the same day. For new wholesalers … Continued

*updated 1-13-25 If Someone Goes To Jail What Happens to Their House? Life can take unexpected turns, and finding yourself or a loved one incarcerated is undoubtedly one of the most challenging situations imaginable. Amid the emotional turmoil and legal battles, practical concerns like managing finances and property often come to the forefront. Can you … Continued

*updated 3-4-2025 You’re in a real estate contract to sell your Texas house, and things aren’t going the way you expected. Maybe your agent is slow to respond, or worse—there’s just poor communication all around. You started this process excited about home buying, thinking you had the right agent to guide you. But now? You’re … Continued

Going through an eviction process can be tough for everyone involved—whether you’re a property owner trying to get your rental unit back through a writ of possession or a tenant who’s worried about where to go next. In Texas, the final step in the eviction process grants landlords the legal right to regain possession of … Continued

*updated 4-10-25 Do you know the meaning of RTL? The definition is “residential transition loans” and large institutional players are coming into this growing investment space. This new investing R.T.L. acronym is being popularized by real estate investors ranging from small investors fix-and-flippers to large institutional financing companies.   These lending products offered by financial … Continued

*updated 1-28-2025 What is a Preliminary Title Report 2025? If you are in the real estate market to buy or sell your home, perhaps you have asked yourself this question. A preliminary report is issued during due diligence and closing, outlining what will and will not be covered under the future title insurance policy. It … Continued

Got an old house smell that you need help with? It is a common occurrence for many homeowners to encounter mildew and musty smell problems in their houses that causes that old home smell. While detecting the musty old house smell is relatively easy, understanding their causes, identifying their sources, and getting rid of the … Continued

The one-to-four family residence is long a staple of residential real estate investors. In fact, the multi-family home has distinct advantages in terms of taxation and revenue, even when the owner is following the Bigger Pockets house hacking philosophy and occupies one of the units and creating rental property income with the other cash flowing … Continued

What does a Texas wholesaler do? *Updated 2-3-25 Wholesale real estate is an investing strategy that has gained significant traction in the housing market, especially in Texas. But what is wholesale real estate in Texas? Is wholesaling legal? Do I need a license? What do I need to know to become a great wholesaler? At … Continued

*Updated 1-7-2025 A quadplex is a type of multifamily property with four separate units, each with its own entrance and utility setup. By definition, quad plex means four units or parts. Each section of the apartment building and housing structure must be a complete unit and have a separate, lockable front door. Quadplexes, also called … Continued

What is Section 8 Housing In Texas? Housing affordability has become a major challenge in Texas and throughout the country. The Section 8 housing and rental assistance program is officially known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program, but most tenants, landlords, investors, and even regulators refer to the HCV program as section 8 housing. The … Continued

*** Update 9-24-2024 Understanding capital gains taxes in Texas is crucial for anyone involved in buying and selling of real estate or any form of investments, whether they be in assets like stocks, bonds, or a Texas house. While federal capital gains tax rates and rules apply uniformly in other states across the United States, … Continued

* Updated 2-20-2025 Howdy real estate investors! Here is a TX real estate insider trick of the trade. Use the option period in Texas and strategic use of option fees to protect yourself when either home buying or home selling. Let us explain. The option period can play a significant role in bringing peace of … Continued

*updated 5-9-25 Understanding FHA Flip Rule 2025 Thinking about flipping homes and cashing in with an FHA buyer? Before you swing that first hammer, you need to understand FHA flip guidelines—because they can make or break your deal. The FHA flip rule, especially the well-known 90 day flip rule, isn’t just red tape—it’s a timing … Continued

A lien on a property is a serious property owner issue and makes selling a house in Texas challenging.  Property liens are complicated legal instruments that can significantly impact homeowners, home buyers or sellers, mortgage lenders, and others in the home for sale process even if its via traditional financing or FSBO or probate sale. … Continued