💰📉 Secret Property Deals Draining Local Budgets! 📉💰

By: Bill Rapp - Commercial & Residential Mortgage Broker

Published on: 20/12/2024

Did you know landlords in Harris County are getting tax breaks that quietly strip $600 million from local tax rolls every year? That’s $10 million annually—gone from schools, police, and hospitals—thanks to a loophole that’s more of a “get-rich-quick” scheme than a housing solution. Let’s break it down:

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💰 CRE Loan Adjustments Surge: What It Means for Real Estate Investors in 2025 📉

By: Bill Rapp - Commercial & Residential Mortgage Broker

Published on: 18/12/2024

Commercial real estate (CRE) financing is undergoing a significant shift as banks face mounting pressure from rising loan delinquencies and shrinking financial flexibility. The long-standing “extend-and-pretend” strategy—where lenders push out loan maturities to avoid defaults—seems to be running out of road. Let's break down what’s happening, why it matters, and where the opportunities lie.

Bill Rapp, Commercial Mortgage Broker

🌍 World Cup 2026: Houston’s CRE Game-Changer ⚽

By: Bill Rapp - Commercial & Residential Mortgage Broker

Published on: 16/12/2024

Houston is on track to break its all-time visitor record, with an anticipated 54 million visitors in 2024, up from 51 million in 2023. This surge is more than just a tourism win—it’s a powerful boost for the commercial real estate (CRE) market in Houston, Katy, and Fulshear. Let's explore how this boom is reshaping the local economy and creating CRE opportunities.

Bill Rapp, Commercial Mortgage Broker

🚨 Big Deals, Bigger Future in 2025 🏦

By: Bill Rapp - Commercial & Residential Mortgage Broker

Published on: 13/12/2024

As we look ahead to 2025, commercial real estate is at a pivotal moment. After a few challenging years marked by economic uncertainty and a lending freeze, the tide is finally turning. With financing back in play and new opportunities on the horizon, many experts believe that now might be the best time to invest in commercial real estate in nearly two decades. Let’s dive into why.

Bill Rapp, Commercial Mortgage Broker