Tax Deed Investing in Rural vs. Urban Texas: Risks & Rewards
Texas isn’t just one real estate market it’s hundreds of smaller ones, each with its own rhythm, risks, and rewards. When it comes to tax deed investing, understanding the contrast between rural and urban markets can make the difference between a good deal and a costly lesson. From bustling Dallas courthouses to small-town county seats, […]
The Impact of Tax Legislation on Deed Auction Strategy
Every successful tax deed investor knows that strategy doesn’t start on the courthouse steps, it starts with understanding the law. In Texas, where counties hold monthly tax deed auctions, even minor legislative changes can significantly affect bidding strategy, redemption timelines, and investor returns. In this article, we’ll examine how evolving tax legislation continues to shape […]
How Crowdfunding and Blockchain Could Reshape Tax Sales
Real estate is one of the oldest investment markets in America and tax sales are among its most traditional corners. For decades, tax deed auctions in Texas have followed a courthouse model: live bidding, cash payments, and paper records. But two major forces are reshaping how investors access and manage these opportunities: crowdfunding and blockchain […]
How Rising Interest Rates Impact Tax Deed Investing in 2025
The investment landscape is changing fast. As the Federal Reserve continues to adjust rates, the ripple effects are being felt across every corner of real estate including tax deed investing. While many investors focus on mortgage rates or home affordability, few recognize how rising interest rates reshape the economics of Texas tax deed auctions. In […]
How Inflation Shapes Distressed Property Opportunities
Inflation affects every corner of the economy from grocery store prices to the housing market. But for investors who specialize in distressed property opportunities, inflation does more than raise costs; it reshapes the entire investment landscape. In recent years, inflation has pushed up construction costs, mortgage rates, and property values. Yet it has also increased […]
The Community Impact of Responsible Tax Deed Investing
Across Texas, thousands of properties sit vacant and tax-delinquent each year creating challenges for local governments and neighborhoods. CORE Tax Deeds was founded to turn that challenge into opportunity. By acquiring and restoring these non-performing parcels, CORE Tax Deeds helps return them to productive use while supporting municipal budgets and preventing community blight. A Mission […]
The Legal Framework Behind Texas Tax Deed Properties
Every tax deed sale in Texas is more than just a public auction it’s the result of a carefully defined legal process. Counties cannot simply take a property and sell it; they must follow state statutes that protect property owners while ensuring local governments collect the revenue they need. For investors, understanding the legal framework […]
What Every Investor Should Know About Distressed Land Opportunities
When people think about distressed property investing, their minds often go to foreclosed houses or neglected commercial buildings. But land vacant lots, agricultural tracts, or undeveloped parcels also plays a major role in tax deed sales. For investors, distressed land opportunities can offer a unique path into real estate. However, like all investments, they come […]
Strategies for Long-Term Success in Tax Deed Investing
The appeal of tax deed investing is easy to understand: properties sold for unpaid taxes can create opportunities that traditional real estate often can’t match. But while the occasional investor may get lucky with a single courthouse bid, sustainable success requires more than chance. Long-term results in Texas tax deed sales come from preparation, discipline, […]
The Hidden Economics of Texas Property Tax Auctions
At first glance, a Texas property tax auction looks straightforward: a county sells a property because the owner didn’t pay their taxes, investors bid, and the highest bidder wins. But beneath the surface lies a complex set of economic forces that impact counties, communities, and investors alike. Understanding these hidden dynamics is key for anyone […]