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When a private citizen or business fails to follow the law, there are consequences. But when cities and counties do the same, they often face little to no accountability. Across Texas, we’ve seen government entities ignore legal requirements—whether by failing to respond within mandated timeframes or by doing things like imposing unlawful costs on landowners

The Texas Land Development Association (TLDA) recently hosted a gathering that excited attendees. Among the highlights of the event was an engaging speech by George P. Bush, the former Land Commissioner for Texas. Bush’s presence brought a unique energy to the gathering, leaving a lasting impression on the approximately 30 attendees lucky enough to hear

The tax overhaul bill that was passed in late 2017 garnered a great deal of attention for its changes to the tax treatment of real estate, along with other asset classes. What got less attention (at least initially) was the bill’s Investing in Opportunity Act, which established the new Opportunity Zone program, consisting of Opportunity

In case you missed it…. Texas 100 is up and running and hosted its first webinar this fall, regarding the Texas Department of Savings & Mortgage Lending sunset review, as well as state and federal issues on the agenda for the upcoming session.  Click here to watch!