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February 2026 Newsletter: Texas Land is the New Frontier

At the end of February, we were already starting to see parts of our 2026 outlook hit the news. One of the biggest moves in February was the bipartisan Housing...
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January 2026 Newsletter – Making Connections and Understanding the 2026 Outlook

When things feel like they're changing minute by minute, zooming out and taking a wider view is essential. It's equally important, however, to focus in and form connections with people...
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2026 Market Outlook and Risks: Investream’s Takeaways From Top Resources

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY9vIAslbsQ Navigating the market can be difficult in any year, but coming into 2026, many are feeling uncertain about how to plan ahead. It can be a lot to juggle...
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Osaka 2025 vs. Dubai 2020: Why ‘Legacy’ Beats ‘Disposable’ in Real Estate Investing

Image Source: Pexels As we begin to reflect on Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, with its themes of "Designing Future Society for Our Lives" and a focus on sustainability and...
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Investing in Oil and Gas vs. Multifamily – Key Differences

At Investream, we’ve talked a lot about multifamily investing and still have it as part of the core of what we do. We've also diversified and aren't afraid to pivot...
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Buy-and-Hold Real Estate – What is it, and When Should You Use it?

In times of economic uncertainty, real estate can be a more stable investment option that allows investors to hold through downturns. While there are many types of investing within real...
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Oil and Gas Investing 101

While we are still awaiting the Senate ruling on the "Big Beautiful Bill," one major theme of the bill currently is a decreased emphasis on renewable energy sources, which can...
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How Do You Calculate ROI in Real Estate?

When you’re buying your dream house, you may not care as much about how good of an investment it is. You aren’t worried about your returns because you’re likely not...
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Classes of Property in Real Estate: Key Differences

Classes of Property in Real Estate: The Key Differences Every Investor Should Know When it comes to renting, some people look for properties with all the amenities - updated kitchens,...
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What is IRR in Real Estate?

What is IRR in Real Estate?   Internal rate of return (IRR) takes the phrase “time is money” and really puts it to the test. When you invest in real...