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Texas Land 1031 Exchange: When Working the Dirt Costs You
On 200 acres, that is $3.2 million. Federal capital gains tax and the net investment income tax can take a meaningful share of it at closing. A Texas land 1031 exchange defers that bill.
Zoning Outside City Limits: What Texas Landowners Face
Texas counties cannot zone, and most land buyers stop reading there. That is the mistake. HB 24 rewrote the protest rules in September 2025, corridor overlays can no longer be protested at all, and the ETJ exit is still moving through federal court. Here is what zoning outside city limits actually means for a tract in a growth corridor.
Lake Ralph Hall Starts Filling: Fannin County Land Impact
Lake Ralph Hall began filling in July 2026 in Fannin County. Water reaches Celina across 2027 and 2028, not this year.
LiteOn McKinney, a $919 million campus, isn't an AI Data Center. Here's What It Is
Call it what it is. The LiteOn McKinney project, a $919 million campus and one of the largest private investments…
North Texas Foreclosures Climb as Distressed Inventory Opens a Window for Buyers
More than 2,700 properties across Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant counties entered foreclosure in the first four months of 2026,…
Downtown Celina Development Hits a Milestone: $15M Trackside Junction Wins First-Ever TIRZ Backing
The City of Celina and the Celina Economic Development Corporation announced Trackside Junction this week, a $15 million mixed-use project…
Fields West Development: 35+ Tenants Confirmed at Frisco's $800 Million Urban Village
More than 35 businesses are now signed at the Fields West development. This $800 million mixed-use project is rising on…
What a Groundwater Conservation District Means for Your Land Purchase
Ninety-eight groundwater conservation districts regulate the water beneath nearly 70 percent of Texas land. If you are buying rural acreage…
North Texas Land Prices 2026: A Split Market Across 8 Counties
North Texas land prices 2026 are not following the statewide trend. Across eight counties and 1,034 closed transactions, the data…
Texas Small Land Tracts Just Got Their Own Forecast Model. Here's Why That Changes the Pricing Conversation.
For decades, the Texas Real Estate Research Center tracked rural land as a single market. Large ranches, small acreage, exurban…
Texas Data Center Pipeline: 75 GW Planned, Lawmakers Begin Asking Hard Questions
The Texas data center pipeline now totals 140 planned projects representing 75,089 megawatts of additional capacity, according to Cleanview's April…
Texas Data Center Land Is Rewriting What Rural Acreage Is Worth
Texas Data Center Land Is Rewriting What Rural Acreage Is Worth The first two parts of this series covered the…
McKinney Sports Complex: 300 Acres, a $3B Bypass, and What It Means for North Texas Land
McKinney Sports Complex Gets the Green Light … Finally McKinney City Council voted unanimously on April 7, 2026, to authorize…
Dividing Land in Texas: What Investors Must Know About Easement Rights
A recent Texas Fourth Court of Appeals ruling should be required reading for anyone splitting acreage. The case, Luckenbach Ranch,…
Heritage Creekside Plano Expansion Adds 2,000 Homes and Commercial Amusement District
Plano City Council approved a rezoning ordinance on March 23, 2026 that moves the Heritage Creekside Plano expansion forward in…
How to Protest Property Taxes in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide for Homeowners and Land Owners
Every spring in Texas, appraisal districts mail out Notice of Appraised Value letters. Every spring, most property owners do nothing.…
Denton Affordable Housing Breaks Ground on Arbor Ranch: 297 Units Off I-35
Correction – March 26, 2026: An earlier version of this post stated the total project cost as $149 million. That…
Texas Rural Land Prices 2025: Four Quarters of Accelerating Growth
Texas rural land prices 2025 told a story no forecaster predicted. While the Texas Real Estate Research Center (TRERC) at…
Open Range in Texas: What Land Professionals Need to Know
Texas operates under open range common law, meaning livestock owners have no default duty to fence animals in. But that…
Property Lines! Do they move when the creek moves?
When property lines run along a creek or waterway in Texas, unexpected legal issues arise after major storms. Here's a…
Texas Surface Water Rights: What Every Landowner Should Understand
Understanding Texas surface water rights is essential for anyone who owns, buys, or sells rural property in the Lone Star…
Three Texas Property Tax Laws 2026 That Protect Land Transfers and Energy Production
Three new Texas property tax laws 2026 took effect January 1, creating meaningful protections for landowners navigating ownership transfers, estate…
Celina Texas Apartment Development Secures $23.5M in Clean Energy Financing for 436-Unit Community
A new Celina Texas apartment development is moving forward with $23.5 million in Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy financing, signaling…
Cannon Beach McKinney Set to Break Ground Monday: $200M Surf Resort Launches
A new surf and adventure resort breaks ground Monday, December 15, 2025 on a $200 million project at the northeast…
Texas Metro Water Sources: DFW, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin Compared
Yesterday we examined East Texas water rights disputes between rural landowners and municipal authorities. Today's data reveals what cities are…
East Texas Water Pipeline Dispute Shows Growing Conflict Between Rural Land Rights and Urban Demand
Kyle Bass's proposal to extract 16 billion gallons of water annually from the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer in East Texas has faced strong opposition from local farmers and officials. Concerns about drying wells and the sustainability of local water resources have triggered legal battles and calls for legislative action to protect rural communities from groundwater exploitation by investors.
Fields West Frisco Adds 10 Tenants, Hits 70% Pre-Leased Before Opening
Fields West in Frisco, a 55-acre mixed-use development, announced ten new retailers and restaurants, achieving 70% pre-leased status three years prior to its late 2027 opening. Developed by Fehmi Karahan, the project includes retail, office space, and residential units, attracting interest due to proven success and affluent demographics in the area.
Why Texas Finally Got Serious About Deed Fraud and What Land Owners Need to Know
Texas has introduced four new bills to combat deed fraud, effective September 2025. These laws streamline processes for victims, enhance notary scrutiny, and allow county clerks to reject suspicious filings. Property owners, particularly of vacant or inherited land, must proactively monitor and utilize alert systems to safeguard against potential fraud.
The Texas Land Market Isn't Frozen! It's Strategic
The real estate landscape presents contrasting dynamics: residential markets show a historic low turnover of 2.8%, caused by mortgage rate disparities, wage stagnation, and economic uncertainty. In contrast, Texas land markets remain active due to distinct characteristics, including unique asset values and strategic buyer behavior, fostering continued transactions amidst a selective environment.
Palo Duro Canyon Land Protected: Rim Ranch Easements Preserve 3,000+ Acres
Rim Ranch Easements Secure Future of Palo Duro Canyon Land Texas continues to balance preservation and progress. This week, over…
Frisco Land Development: Grand Park Project Boosts Local Values
Frisco’s Grand Park Takes a Big Step Forward After years of discussion, the City of Frisco has approved $35 million…
Economic Boom or Environmental Disaster? The Data Center Dilemma in Rural Texas
Rural Texas is seeing a surge of data center developments that could bring major economic growth — but locals worry about the cost to their water and way of life.
The State of Texas Land and Development in 2025: Stability Amid Change
Texas continues to capture attention as one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, and this growth is shaping land…
Understanding Easements in Texas Real Estate: A Guide for Agents and Property Owners
This blog was adapted from a FAQ written by Sean Clemmensen, President and General Counsel, Tiago Title LLC Why Easements…
MINERAL RIGHTS & REAL ESTATE IN TEXAS
LEGAL FRAMEWORK, SURFACE USE CONFLICTS, AND AGENT RESPONSIBILITIES In Texas, it is well established that the mineral estate may be…
How Water Features and Trees Increase Texas Rural Land Value: A Complete Guide
When buying or selling Texas rural land, two natural features can dramatically impact property value: water features and mature trees.…
Agrivoltaics: The Future of Sustainable Farming and Solar Energy
The world faces three major challenges: climate change, food security, and the need for renewable energy. An innovative solution now…
Texas Rural Land Markets Show Mixed Signals in First Quarter 2025
Regional performance varied dramatically, with West Texas leading gains at 12.89% price appreciation to reach $2,662 per acre, while Far West Texas struggled with an 18.04% price decline amid weak demand. The Gulf Coast-Brazos Bottom region commanded the highest absolute prices at $10,289 per acre, up 11.04% year-over-year.
How to Buy Land in Texas: Complete 2025 Step-by-Step Guide
Are you dreaming of owning a piece of the Lone Star State? Texas offers some of the most diverse and…
10 Essential Tips for Buying Rural Land in Texas: A Complete Guide for First-Time Land Buyers
Why Buying Texas Rural Land Requires Extra Caution Buying rural land in Texas isn't just about finding a pretty piece…
Why Buy a Tract of Land in Texas? 5 Compelling Reasons
Discover what makes Texas land ownership so appealing – from pristine nature retreats to investment opportunities near growing cities. Texas…
How to Lower Your Property Taxes with Ag Exemptions in Texas
If you’ve ever heard someone say they have an “ag exemption” on their land in Texas, they’re really talking about…
Why Drone Photography Is a Game-Changer for Real Estate Listings
In today’s competitive housing market, standing out is everything—and drone photography is your secret weapon. Whether you're a listing agent…
Springtime Land Maintenance: What You Need to Know for a Thriving Property
Welcome Spring with Smart Land Maintenance Ah, spring! The days grow longer, the soil begins to warm, and nature stretches…
Billingsley Company Plans 780-Acre Mixed-Use Development in McKinney, TX
Billingsley Company, a prominent Dallas-based developer known for master-planned communities like Cypress Waters, has submitted a request for a zoning…
7 Critical Reasons Every Landowner Must Understand Eminent Domain Today
Understanding Eminent Domain: What Every Landowner Needs to Know If you own land, whether a few acres or thousands, there’s…
Understanding Land Appraisals for Eminent Domain in Texas: A Landowner’s Guide
If you own land in Texas, you may someday face an eminent domain case, where the government or certain companies…
Why You Should Use a REALTOR® Who Specializes in Land in Texas
Only 3% specialize in land transactions. When buying or selling land in Texas, working with a REALTOR® who specializes in…
Understanding Eminent Domain in Texas: A Property Owner's Guide
When it comes to property rights in the Lone Star State, few topics generate as much discussion as eminent domain.…
An Overview of Mineral Rights & the Mineral Rights Addendum
In certain areas in Texas, it is common for the mineral estate to be severed from the surface estate. Mineral…
Embrace Rural Living: Stunning Property North of Abernathy
Your Dream Land Awaits Located just 10 minutes north of Abernathy, Texas, and less than an hour from the vibrant…