Why Buy Land in Texas

5 Must Go Places for Live Music and Good Food in Texas

Music and food go hand-in-hand in Texas, and here are five spots you’ll want to check out where live music and great food harmonize beautifully. City Tavern: Located in the heart of Downtown Dallas’ Main Street District, City Tavern serves fresh food seven days a week and features live music Wednesday through Saturday. There is a [...]

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Why Texas?

Some choices are easy. If you’re looking to relocate soon for job, recreational, or other purposes, here are three reasons to consider making Texas your permanent home. The economy: Let’s starts with the Texas economy, because if the economic situation is dire, it doesn’t necessarily matter what else a state has to offer. Simply put, the [...]

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What to look for in a neighborhood

Whether you buy an existing home or plan to custom build, a new home is exciting. Many buyers find a house they love and fail to research the neighborhood. While granite countertops and high ceilings are tempting, don’t buy, or build, a home in a neighborhood not suited to your needs, or one that shows [...]

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How to house swap

You may have seen it in a movie, but do people really swap houses? Indeed, they do. House swapping can be a fascinating way to vacation, and here is a basic guide on the ins and outs of how to make it happen. Join the club: There are many organizations that set up home exchanges, and [...]

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Why you should visit a bed-and-breakfast in Texas

The Texas Hill Country is the perfect setting for a bed-and-breakfast, which is why there are so many you’ll have trouble deciding which to visit. Here are a few suggestions, sorted by city, of where to go to relax and unwind. New Braunfels: Lamb’s Rest Inn is a romantic getaway situated on the scenic Guadalupe River. [...]

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Benefits of buying a home vs. renting an apartment

Home ownership is the American dream, and now is an ideal time to purchase a home. If you’ve been considering turning in the key to your rental, here are five benefits of home ownership to help you make your decision. Bottom dollar: In almost every U.S. city, it is cheaper to own a home than to [...]

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Things to do at Canyon Lake

Canyon Lake, Texas is conveniently located 40 miles north of San Antonio and 25 miles west of New Braunfels and San Marcos. A Texas Hill Country treasure, this small town is known for the lake that shares its name. The lake boasts a surface area of 8,230 acres and 80 miles of shoreline. Here are [...]

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All about Boerne

A small town with an intriguing name, here’s what you need to know about Boerne, Texas. By the numbers: Boerne sits 30 miles northwest of San Antonio and has a population of around 10,000. The city covers a total of 6.1 square miles. Statistically, Boerne is grouped with the San Antonio-New Braunfels metropolitan area. Namesake: The town’s [...]

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Things to do in Kerrville

Here are some places to visit and things to see in the Texas Hill Country town of Kerrville. Visit Riverside Nature Center: Don’t miss this former farm, which has been transformed into a sanctuary for wildlife and native plants. The arboretum on the premises has over 140 species of trees, as well as cacti, wildflowers, grasses, [...]

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All about Comfort, Texas

Comfort, Texas is a tiny town with a rich history and a downtown you don’t want to miss. Here’s what you need to know about Comfort. Finding Comfort: Comfort is a small town in the Texas Hill Country. It’s conveniently located 45 miles northwest of San Antonio and 70 miles west of Austin. You’ll find Comfort [...]

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