Why Buy Land in Texas

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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Things to do in Wimberley

Nestled between Cypress Creek and the Blanco River, and surrounded by rolling hills, Wimberley is a small Texas town with a lot to offer. Here are some things to do in Wimberley. Visit the Farmer’s Market: Wimberley hosts the oldest outdoor market in the *Texas Hill Country. Visit the over 475 booths overflowing with delectable goodies. [...]

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Benefits of living in College Station

It’s no secret that College Station, Texas is a wonderful place to live. Just ask anyone with a College Station address. Here are a few of the benefits of calling College Station home. Cost of living: In this poor economy, cost of living is the biggest benefit of a College Station address. The Texas economy is [...]

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The history of College Station

A city that grew and developed alongside the university for which it is named, College Station, Texas is a wonderful place to call home. Here is a brief history of the unique Texas town. College Station’s beginning is inextricably tied to the founding of Texas’ first institution of higher education, Texas A&M, in 1876. The campus [...]

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How to plan your backyard

If you’ve never done any landscaping, you may be unprepared for what awaits you once you’ve moved into your new custom-built home. Perhaps you want to redo your existing backyard but don’t know where to start. Here are some basic guidelines on planning a backyard where you and your family will love to spend time. Assess [...]

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