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Your tax bill is often decided long before tax season.
Yet for many business owners, tax planning starts with one question:
“How much do I owe?”
By then, many of the decisions that could have changed that number have already been made.
Your business structure.
How you reinvest your profits.
Retirement contributions.
Hiring decisions.
Available deductions and credits.
Even investments in innovation.
These aren’t just business decisions. They can also have significant tax implications.
The real opportunity isn’t simply finding ways to reduce your taxes after the year is over.
It’s planning ahead so your business decisions and tax strategy work together.
If you’re only discussing taxes with your accountant when filing season arrives, you may be starting the conversation too late.
When does tax planning start in your business — throughout the year or at tax time?
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09/29/2026
One of the biggest advantages in real estate isn’t sitting in a spreadsheet. It’s knowing who to call.
The right city insider can help you understand the market beyond what’s publicly available.
The right lender can help you look at capital differently.
The right attorney can help you think through structure and risk.
And an experienced developer can help you avoid lessons that are expensive to learn yourself.
None of these replace doing your own homework.
They make your circle stronger when it’s time to make decisions.
That’s the value of building a real network not collecting business cards, but building relationships you can actually rely on.
Looking to expand yours?
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09/28/2026
A lot is happening across commercial real estate right now.
Rates are back in focus, office is recovering — but not evenly — and multifamily fundamentals are starting to look better.
At the same time, Texas continues to see major development activity, from industrial and life sciences to luxury and mixed-use projects.
And data centers are facing a different challenge: demand is strong, but finding enough power is becoming a bigger part of the real estate equation.
Here’s what stood out to us in late September:
01 — Capital markets
The Fed raised rates by 25 bps to 3.75%–4.0%. For CRE, that means tighter refinancing and acquisition math.
02 — Office
The recovery is happening, but Class A and prime properties are still pulling ahead of weaker assets. National vacancy remains around 17.8%.
03 — Multifamily
Vacancy is moving lower as deliveries slow, and rents are modestly higher. New development, however, is still tough to pencil.
04 — Industrial & life sciences
Houston is seeing both adaptive reuse and large-scale investment, including the redevelopment of Greenspoint Mall and Eli Lilly’s $6.5B Generation Park project.
05 — Luxury & mixed-use
Major projects are still moving in Texas, including Four Seasons Private Residences Lake Austin and Shivers Farm in Southlake.
06 — Data centers
Construction spending is running near 3× last year’s pace, but power availability and interconnection timelines are becoming just as important as land and capital.
That’s the market we’re watching going into the end of September.
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Sources: Federal Reserve, Yardi Matrix, Northmarq, Cushman & Wakefield, Bisnow, Community Impact, ConstructConnect, RSM and Ropes & Gray.
09/24/2026
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With the REF App, you can stay connected with real estate professionals, join meaningful discussions, discover industry resources, and stay updated with what’s happening across the community.
Whether you’re looking to network, learn, attend events, or exchange ideas, REF keeps the community within reach.
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09/17/2026
Before you call a property a good deal, check the insurance.
Not just the current premium.
Look at the coverage.
Look at the renewal.
Look at the property's risk profile.
And look at what happens to your numbers if that cost moves again.
Because insurance isn't sitting outside the investment model anymore.
It can change the operating expense, cash flow and ultimately the assumptions behind the deal.
For investors and developers, that makes re-underwriting more important than ever.
The market changes. Your underwriting should change with it.
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An Afternoon of Conversation, Growth & Opportunity in North Texas
REF was proud to host an engaging conversation with Councilman focused on the commercial growth and development shaping Fort Worth and the broader North Texas region.
As one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, North Texas continues to create new opportunities for businesses, developers, investors, and communities. Conversations like these give our real estate community valuable insight into the people, projects, and decisions helping shape that future.
A special thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event possible.
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Northlake, Texas
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One of the most expensive decisions an investor can make is selling a good asset simply because they need access to cash.
It sounds logical. You own a property, you need money, so you sell the property.
But that decision can have consequences that aren't obvious at first.
You may trigger capital gains taxes. You may sell during a period when the market isn't particularly favorable. And perhaps most importantly, you give up an asset that could have continued producing income or appreciating over time.
This is where the way you think about an asset starts to matter.
For sophisticated investors, the question isn't always, “How much can I get if I sell this?”
Sometimes the better question is:
“How can I access the value I've already created without giving up ownership of the asset?”
That can mean using financing against an existing property, creating liquidity while keeping the asset in place, and potentially deploying that capital into another opportunity.
Of course, leverage isn't automatically good. The cost of borrowing, cash flow, risk, loan terms, and the expected return on the new investment all need to make sense.
But that's the bigger lesson.
Wealth building isn't only about acquiring more assets. It's about understanding how the assets you already own can give you more options.
The people who build large portfolios tend to think in terms of capital allocation—not just transactions.
And sometimes, the smartest move isn't selling what you own.
It's finding a way to make what you own work harder.
Want more insights like this from real estate and wealth-building professionals?
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09/01/2026
A great event is remembered by the conversations it creates.
We’re grateful to everyone who joined us and made this gathering such a meaningful one. From new introductions to familiar faces, the evening was filled with genuine conversations, shared perspectives, and connections that extend well beyond the event itself.
A special note of appreciation to our distinguished guest, Michael D. Crain, for joining us and being part of the evening.
We’d also like to recognize our incredible partners who helped make this gathering possible:
PRIME DEVELOPER | TX SPARKS CONSTRUCTION | LUXURY HOMES | SuperConstruct | FINESSE MOVERS | GRAPEVINE GOLF CARS | LMP | NobodyBeats | MyRates.com
Your partnership and support played an important part in bringing everyone together.
Most importantly, to everyone who showed up, engaged, connected, and shared the evening with us, this celebration was made special by your presence.
At REF, we believe the strongest communities are built through meaningful relationships, open conversations, and opportunities to connect.
Here’s to the people behind the progress and to the connections that lead to what comes next.
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08/26/2026
The best opportunities often begin with a conversation.
REF DFW Chapter is bringing members together for REF Connect, an exclusive afternoon designed to foster meaningful connections, thoughtful conversation, and valuable insights into the growth shaping North Texas.
We’re pleased to welcome Michael D. Crain, District 3 City Council Member for the City of Fort Worth, as our guest speaker. His perspective on Fort Worth and the continued development of the region makes this a valuable opportunity for REF members to connect, engage, and learn.
📅 August 29, 2026
📍 North Lake, TX
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
At REF DFW Chapter, we believe strong relationships are at the heart of a strong business community. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect, learn, and be part of the conversation shaping North Texas.
RSVP to confirm your spot: https://reforum.net/events/ref-connect-dfw-an-exclusive-afternoon-with-councilmember-michael-d-crain
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08/25/2026
Are you leaving money on the table when it comes to your real estate taxes?
For real estate investors and developers, tax strategy isn’t just about what you owe today. It’s about how you structure your investments, manage cash flow, and keep more capital working toward your long-term goals.
That’s the focus of REF’s upcoming webinar, “Unlock Hidden Tax Savings & Defer Taxes,” featuring Anil Grandhi, CEO & Founder of AG FinTax.
Join us on August 27 from 4:00–5:00 PM CST for an educational conversation covering overlooked tax-saving opportunities, tax deferral strategies, investment and entity structuring, and common tax mistakes investors should avoid.
If you’re building, investing, or developing in real estate, understanding the tax side can be just as important as understanding the deal itself.
Save your spot and join the conversation.
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