Texas real estate investors have a variety of concerns when purchasing real estate for investment. One of the main concerns (aside from tax liability) is how to avoid legal liability with rental properties.

Section 1983 of Chapter 42 of the USC provides a claim for relief against a person acting under the color of state law that has deprived a plaintiff of rights protected by the Constitution or federal statute.

The Terrorism Risk Insurance Act was signed into law by President George W. Bush on November 26, 2002, as a result of the September 11 attacks.

Choosing the right type of entity is essential as a new business owner. The main factors in deciding a business structure is a company’s governance and tax exposure. Other important issues are liability, continuity, transferability of ownership interests, and formality of operation.