Updated Texas RMLO Law Places Limits on Seller-Financed Loans
As the owner of residential real estate in Texas, do you make seller financed loans? If so, you need to know about a new Texas law that may affect you. Updated new rule p...
Read MoreOvercoming Common Property Tax Issues Related to Real Estate Title Closings in Texas
Tax issues are among the most frequent title claims that arise during real estate closings. After you have negotiated the purchase price, secured financing, and prepared to close, ...
Read MoreNew Federal Reporting Rule for Cash Real Estate Transactions
It is no surprise that criminals use real estate to launder money. The good news is that a new federal rule, which goes into effect on March 1, 2026, will improve transparency and ...
Read MoreThe Lonergan Law Firm PLLC: A Dallas Real Estate Law Firm for Investors, Buyers and Sellers
Introduction: Understanding the Role of a Real Estate Law Firm in Dallas Real estate transactions in Texas are legally complex, highly regulated, and often time‑sensitive. Whe...
Read MoreThe Legalities of Owner Finance
Purchasing properties using owner finance is a powerful alternative to traditional bank mortgages, offering unique advantages for both buyers and sellers. However, without proper l...
Read MoreTexas Cracks Down on Squatters
When you invest in real estate as an investor or homeowner, you spend a lot of precious time and money. Remodeling, cleaning, buying furniture and maintaining any property all requ...
Read MoreThe Unknown Threat to Excess Proceeds on a Foreclosure
If a homeowner’s property goes into foreclosure, sometimes there are remaining funds after the mortgage debt and foreclosure costs are paid, called “excess proceeds.” In s...
Read MoreOwner Finance Tax Consequences
You used owner financing to sell your property in order to earn more and close the deal faster. Are there any tax consequences? Both buyers and sellers can be affected by se...
Read MoreWhat’s Driving the Rush to Invest in Dallas-Fort Worth Real Estate?
Besides being a beautiful place to live and work, Dallas is an incredible business asset and getting even stronger given its fast-paced growth. The Urban Land Institute and ...
Read MorePreparing for a House Inspection in Texas
I have consulted with numerous homeowners over the past several years who were sold properties, sometimes by investors, only to discover that serious property defects were cove...
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