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Tierra Grande

Fall 2023

Fall 2023

In This Issue

Insurance for Small Businesses

Federal Land-Use Regulation

Real Estate Recovery Trust Account

Tax Incentives for Energy-Efficient Properties

Midland and Odessa Market Profile

Industrial Job Classification

T-47 Affidavit

 

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Features

What's My Line?
Industrial
7 minute read
Sep 25 2023

What's My Line?

Two Approaches to Classifying Jobs

Ask any market analyst and they’ll tell you there’s more than one way to count a job. This article gives you two, and together they provide a more complete understanding of Texas’ industrial job markets.

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A Nagging Question
Water
7 minute read
Sep 14 2023

A Nagging Question

Supreme Court Ruling Limits Federal Land-Use Regulation

When does a body of water on privately owned land fall under federal jurisdiction, and what does that mean for the landowners? That question recently resurfaced, and the Supreme Court plunged in.

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Go West
Single-family
6 minute read
Sep 07 2023

Go West

Who's Moving to the Petroplex

One city may be known for ostriches and the other for jackrabbits, but let’s talk about the people of Midland and Odessa—specifically, the ones who are moving there and impacting the region’s economy.

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Save Energy, Save Money
Taxes
6 minute read
Aug 28 2023

Save Energy, Save Money

Tax Incentives for Energy-Efficient Properties

It ain’t easy bein’ green, but building energy-efficient residential and commercial properties can yield hefty rewards—even moreso thanks to a new law.

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Fund of Last Resort
Brokerage
7 minute read
Aug 22 2023

Fund of Last Resort

Real Estate Recovery Trust Account Explained

In a perfect world, real estate transactions are completed without incident. But this isn’t a perfect world. Fortunately for Texans, the state has a trust account to reimburse consumers for losses from problematic actions by license holders. Here’s how it works.

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Taking Care of Business
Insurance
6 minute read
Jul 17 2023

Taking Care of Business

Assessing Insurance Needs for Small Companies

Insurance is a big deal, no matter the size of your firm. But what types of coverage should owners consider, and how often should those needs be reassessed? Here are some tips to help you mind your business.

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