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Texas Ghost Town Site Sparks Master-Plan Bet

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Which Texas Ghost Town Is Being Redeveloped? Lobo is the Texas ghost town now under redevelopment consideration. It sits in the remote high desert northwest of Marfa, and its owners are moving to sell the entire 10-acre property. In West Texas, Lobo has become one of the clearest examples of a ghost town entering the market with redevelopment potential. The site is about an hour from Marfa, making that proximity part of its appeal despite the area’s isolated rural setting. Marfa’s artistic influence has helped fuel a regional expansion of revival into nearby communities. Sale Status The owners publicly listed the entire town for $100,000. They also set a firm June 24 bid deadline. Similar niche-property interest comes as some housing markets face limited inventory and intense buyer competition. An open house was scheduled for Memorial Day weekend. That gave potential buyers a chance to inspect the property before submitting bids. Why Lobo Matters Current discussions focus on Lobo red...

Detroit Redevelopment Wave Leaves Buildings Waiting

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What’s Happening With Detroit Redevelopment Now? Accelerates is one way to describe Detroit’s redevelopment cycle in early 2026, as state-backed funding, major housing construction, and high-profile infrastructure projects move forward across multiple districts. Governor Whitmer highlighted two redevelopment efforts backed by the bipartisan Revitalization and Placemaking program and the Build MI Community Grant initiative. Together, these programs support residential growth in Brush Park and mixed-use rehabilitation in Mexicantown. Major residential activity also continues elsewhere, including projects like Hudsons Site, Book Tower, and Michigan Central Station that reinforce the city’s broader mixed-use momentum . They also signal continued public involvement in reshaping long-idled property. Public Oversight Intensifies Combined investment across active redevelopment efforts now reaches several billion dollars. That scale increases pressure for funding transparency as public agencies...

Alpharetta Apartment Land Sells for $9.5M

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What Sold for $9.5M in Alpharetta? A Houston-linked limited liability company recently paid about $9.5 million for an Alpharetta land parcel slated for the Windward Park Apartments development. The sale involved an apartment parcel in Alpharetta, Georgia. Records described the buyer as an LLC tied to a Houston developer focused on multifamily housing. The acquisition closed last month and positions the suburban Atlanta site for apartment construction. The project associated with the property is Windward Park Apartments. This deal reflects continued activity in Alpharetta’s land market. Apartment and housing-related transactions remain active in the area. Recent sales have included larger multifamily trades and smaller individual lot deals. Within that context, this purchase stands out as a targeted development-site acquisition rather than the sale of an existing complex. As similar projects elsewhere have shown, infrastructure challenges can play a major role in determining whether hi...

Burn the Boats, Build Super Fans, and Reinvent Success with Mike Bjork

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Key Takeaways Calculated risks can create extraordinary growth when they are supported by accurate data, disciplined tracking, and scalable business systems. Every lead has the potential to become a lifelong client, trusted friend, and superfan who generates years of referral business. Artificial intelligence is most powerful when it improves efficiency while preserving the human trust, judgment, and enthusiasm clients still need. United States Real Estate Investor® The REI Agent with Mike Bjork https://youtu.be/kROgyp4wbSM United States Real Estate Investor® Value-rich, The REI Agent podcast takes a holistic approach to life through real estate. Hosted by Mattias Clymer, an agent and investor, alongside his wife Erica Clymer, a licensed therapist, the show features guests who strive to live bold and fulfilled lives through business and real estate investing. You are personally invited to witness inspiring conversations with agents and investors who share their journeys, s...