Monthly Archives: April 2017
Anatomy of a Deed
In some cases, the ownership of real property—even property worth millions of dollars—is evidenced solely by what is printed on one side of a single sheet of paper. I am referring, of course, to a deed. While there is technically no minimum or maximum number of pages required for a deed, the law does… Read More »
Wraparound Mortgage or Lease Option in Texas Real Estate?
The wraparound mortgage and the lease option are two creative ways to sell residential real estate in Texas. They both offer an alternative to buyers and sellers who are unwilling or unable to use conventional lending to close the purchase and sale of the property. Unfortunately, both methods are also subject to strict governmental… Read More »
A Tale of Three Cities: Economic Development Strategies
True economic development goes well beyond providing incentives here and there for a shiny new establishment or single employer. While such initiatives are welcome in any community, a city should gather a set of tools to foster economic growth that is renewable and expandable over time. Ideally, a community seeks to bring together businesses… Read More »