Summer 2022

Daily commutes are a necessary evil for many Texans in urban areas. Who knew they can serve as a bellwether of a region’s economic growth? Austin served as a recent case study.

More than 297,000 students graduate from Texas colleges each year, many facing years of student loan debt. Add that to the list of obstacles standing between young people and homeownership.

Like-kind exchanges are popular with real estate investors, but they can be tricky. Here’s your guide to some of the pitfalls to avoid.

Virtual reality isn’t new—just ask any seasoned gamer. It is, however, new to the world of real estate, and it could mean exciting possibilities for industry professionals.

Eminent domain has always been a thorn in the landowner’s side. Recent revisions to state law don’t remove the thorn, but they could ease the pain a little.

Liquidated damages clauses are common in Texas real estate contracts, but are they enforceable? As Research Attorney Rusty Adams writes, “They are until they’re not.”