Do you have questions about investing in real estate with a self-directed retirement account? Have you ever wondered how it differs from investing in real estate with personal funds outside an IRA? Over 14,000 people have tuned in to watch Equity Trust National Education Specialist, John Bowens, break down common questions about real estate investing …
Governor Greg Abbott has submitted the state’s Opportunity Zone designations to the U.S. Treasury Department to encourage long-term investment in eligible Texas communities. The Opportunity Zone program was created by the 2017 federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and will encourage businesses to develop and invest in low-income communities in Texas. The submissions by Governor …
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In an effort to fund, once and for all, the lobbyist and the efforts of these two fine organizations, in 2018 we are stepping up to build a force of Texans at least 100 strong. These 100 Texans will pledge to donate $1,000 per year for 3 years so that these real state watch-dogs can …
Rep. Filemon Vela (TX-34) will be hosting his Fifth Annual South Texas Weekend at the end of this month! We have a great group of Members flying out, and hope that you too are able to join us on the sunny island for great conversation, delicious food, fishing, and relaxing on the beach. Members joining …
Invitation: Rep. Filemon Vela’s South Texas Weekend Read More »
From HousingWire: Bill to adjust TILA definition of points and fees passes House for third time The House of Representatives voted Thursday to pass the Mortgage Choice Act of 2017, which would adjust the Truth in Lending Act’s definitions of points and fees under the Ability to Repay/Qualified Mortgage rule…Read more.
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick welcomed a group of representatives from the Texas Land Developers Association and Seller Finance Coalition in his office during last month’s Texas Home & Mortgage Symposium, where he was presented with the group’s Legislative Champion Award for his support of Texas homeowners and property rights. Gov. Patrick presented the group with …
Legislative Champion Award presented to Lt. Governor Dan Patrick Read More »
The Texas Land Developers Association, in partnership with the Seller Finance Coalition, hosted its first annual Texas Home & Mortgage Symposium, with more than 100 seller financers of homes and land, loan servicers, title professionals, and service providers from across the state in attendance. A dynamic two days of content-rich presentations and discussions were presented on issues related to the industry …
1st Annual Texas Home & Mortgage Symposium a success! Read More »
From the Fort Worth Star Telegram: U.S. Senator Ted Cruz sat down with Anna Tinsley before the Tarrant County GOP Lincoln Day Dinner, the party’s largest fundraising event each year, where he was the keynote speaker Cruz firmly believes that Texas and Tarrant County will stay red this year — if party faithful head to …
Ted Cruz believes red will trump blue at the polls this year Read More »
From the Washington Post: Kathleen Hartnett White, who once headed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, may no longer be in line to serve as a top White House environmental official….Read more
From the Texas Tribune: Rising property taxes are a legitimate political issue, driven by what elected officials and aspiring officeholders hear from their angry constituents. Local governments are on the other side of this, however, hearing from those same voters about deficiencies in schools and roads, crime protection and whatnot… Read more
