Proven track record. Consistent results.
TARACORP is a commercial real estate investment, development and brokerage firm, specializing in land and residential development since 1995.
TARACORP's President, Ed Taravella, has been a leader in the real estate industry for more than a quarter century and brings extensive experience and relationships with the best in the industry to serve TARACORP's clients.
Our proven track record says it all: we consistently provide results for our clients, guided by the expertise of one of Houston's best.
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 President – TARACORP, LC
Houston, Texas
Profile
Edward Taravella is the President of TARACORP, LC, a commercial real estate investment, development, and brokerage firm specializing in land and residential subdivisions. Since its founding in 1995, TARACORP has been involved in the development of over 1,200 single-family lots, the brokerage of 3,300+ residential lots, and more than 24,000 acres of land for builders, developers, and investors.
Professional Experience
TARACORP, LC – Houston, TX
President (1995 – Present)
- Founded and led commercial real estate firm specializing in subdivision development, investment, and land brokerage.
- Directed the development of numerous residential communities totaling 1,200+ lots.
- Brokered transactions exceeding 3,300 residential lots and 24,000 acres of land.
Prior Roles
- CPA – National public accounting firm
- Lending Institution Executive – Large financial institution
- Real Estate Development – International commercial real estate developer
Leadership & Industry Involvement
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA)
- Active Member since 1991
- Chairman, Developers Council (2003 – Present)
- Board of Directors, Trustee – HOME-PAC
- Former Chairman, Government Affairs Committee
- President, Builders CDC – Led affordable housing initiatives (e.g., Leeland Woods)
CCIM Institute (Commercial Investment Real Estate)
- Past President, Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter
- Awarded the President’s Cup for best CCIM Chapter worldwide
- Two-time winner of the CCIM Forecast Competition
Houston Real Estate Council
- Past President – Advocacy organization for public policy and regulatory issues in Greater Houston real estate
Public Appointments
- Board Member – Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 & St. George Place Redevelopment Authority
- Appointee – City of Houston Rebuild Houston Oversight Committee (Proposition 1 infrastructure program)
Awards & Recognition
- Developer of the Year – Greater Houston Builders Association (2004, 2015)
- Presidential Citation for Outstanding Service – GHBA (2007, 2009)
- President’s Cup Award – CCIM Institute (for chapter excellence)
Education & Professional Credentials
- B.B.A., Accounting – Wichita State University
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
- Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker
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