Mitigating Risk in Real Estate Tax Deeds: An Investor’s Guide

Every investment carries risk, but in the world of real estate tax deeds, understanding and managing those risks is what separates successful investors from those who walk away disappointed. Tax deed sales in Texas offer unique opportunities: properties are sold by counties to recover unpaid taxes, often at significant discounts. But without the right strategy, […]
How Crowdfunding Is Opening the Door to Tax Sale Investing

For decades, tax sale investing — whether through tax liens or tax deeds — was an insider’s game. Only investors with large amounts of capital, deep local knowledge, and the ability to attend courthouse auctions could participate. But thanks to financial innovation and regulatory changes, that reality is shifting. Today, crowdfunding is transforming access to […]
Why Due Diligence Matters in Distressed Property Investing

Distressed property investing offers opportunities that traditional real estate often cannot. From tax deed sales to foreclosure auctions, these properties are sold at a fraction of market value, creating the potential for attractive returns. But with opportunity comes risk — and the single most important tool for managing that risk is due diligence. Skipping or […]
Understanding Redemption Periods in Texas Tax Deed Sales

One of the most important and often misunderstood aspects of tax deed investing in Texas is the redemption period. Investors eager to participate in Texas tax deed auctions need to understand how these timelines work, what they mean for property ownership, and how they impact potential returns. In this guide, we’ll explain the basics of […]
How TigerMark Insurance Protects Crowdfunding Investors

When it comes to investing, one of the most important questions every investor should ask is simple: How is my investment protected? At CORE Tax Deeds, we take that question seriously. That is why we are proud to carry TigerMark Insurance, a specialty coverage designed specifically for crowdfunding offerings. This article explains what TigerMark Insurance […]
How CORE Tax Deeds Identifies Hidden Value in Distressed Properties

In real estate, some of the best opportunities are found in places others overlook. Distressed property investing is one such area, where properties with unpaid taxes or legal complications can hold untapped potential. At CORE Tax Deeds, our focus is on tax deed investing in Texas, where we combine experience, research, and discipline to uncover […]
How CORE Tax Deeds Balances Speed and Caution in Acquisitions

In the world of tax deed investing, timing can make the difference between securing a strong opportunity and missing out entirely. Texas counties move quickly when it comes to tax deed auctions, often offering hundreds of properties in a single day. To succeed, an investor must act with speed but never at the expense of […]
The Role of County Governments in Tax Deed Sales

For anyone new to tax deed investing, it’s easy to focus solely on the properties, the auctions, and the potential returns. But behind every sale is a key player that shapes the process: county governments. In Texas and across the country, counties are responsible for conducting tax deed sales, enforcing property tax laws, and ensuring […]
How Tax Deed Investing Fits into a Diversified Portfolio

Diversification has long been a guiding principle of smart investing. By spreading capital across multiple asset classes, investors can manage risk, reduce volatility, and capture opportunities in different market conditions. For many, diversification means a mix of stocks, bonds, and traditional real estate. But in recent years, alternative strategies like tax deed investing have begun […]
Exploring the Pros and Pitfalls of Tax Lien Investing

For investors exploring alternatives to traditional real estate, tax lien investing often stands out as both intriguing and complex. On one hand, it offers the chance to earn interest income secured by property. On the other, it comes with risks that can surprise beginners who don’t fully understand the process. In this article, we’ll walk […]