Driving Urban Renewal in Dallas
The Trending Office-to-Housing Conversions As cities face unprecedented challenges with rising office vacancies and housing shortages, adaptive reuse projects are emerging as a cornerstone of urban renewal. Nowhere is this trend more relevant than in Dallas, which saw...
Residents First Legislation in Cleveland
A Step Toward Community Revitalization Cleveland’s Residents First legislation is a groundbreaking policy designed to prioritize local communities in the city’s ongoing revitalization efforts. By tackling issues like housing shortages, vacant properties, and...
Vacancy Taxes Across the U.S.
A Growing Trend to Address Housing Shortages Vacancy taxes, also known as empty home taxes, are emerging as a powerful tool to combat housing shortages and discourage property speculation in cities across the U.S. These taxes penalize property owners for leaving...
The 5 Housing Markets To Watch in 2025—Especially If You’re an Investor
Rapid population growth and affordability are fueling some of the hottest markets investors need to keep an eye on in 2025. Dallas, which saw the largest increase in population in 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, is ripe as an investor’s market. Four other...
8 Key Points to Navigate Tax Sale Delinquency
Tax sale delinquency can present significant challenges for property owners and investors, especially when dealing with vacant properties. Understanding the nuances of tax sales can help navigate these issues effectively. Here are eight key points to consider: 1....
Youngstown’s Urban Revitalization
From Demolition to Rebuilding Youngstown, Ohio, is entering an exciting phase of transformation. After nearly two decades of extensive demolition—removing over 7,000 vacant homes—the city is shifting focus to a building boom for urban revitalization. This next chapter...
The Legal Risks of Self-Help Eviction
What Real Estate Investors Need to Know Removing squatters or non-compliant tenants from your property can be frustrating, but resorting to self-help eviction—taking matters into your own hands—is not only risky but also illegal in most states. This article explores...
Housing Market Predictions For 2025
NAR economists weigh in on home sales and mortgage rates—and how the election results, the economy and changing buyer demographics could impact real estate business in the year ahead. The last two years have been tough for many people who work in home sales or who...
DAWGS Vacant Property Security Expands Operations to the Dallas Market
DAWGS Vacant Property Security, leading provider of steel door and window guards to secure vacant property, announces expansion of operations to the Dallas, Texas market. In recent years, Dallas and the surrounding areas have experienced a rise in vacant and...
