Texas is known for being a whole other country but it can feel like a whole new world to those new to the Lone Star State. So, we\u2019ve put a few facts and tips together for making your move to Texas easy as Frito Chili pie.<\/p>\n
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We want to get ahead of this\u2014while you\u2019re entitled to your opinion, everyone south of the Red River knows that Texas BBQ is the best BBQ, and that\u2019s just a fact. Beef brisket, pork ribs, sausage, and all the fixins from creamed corn to fried okra are much beloved statewide. While we love everything from mesquite smoked to molasses marinades, don\u2019t ever say any state does it better\u2026or that beans belong in chili. Trust us.<\/p>\n
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With plenty of land and high demand, the majority of Texas homes are appraised at $245,000 or less, with a median home value of $166,000. Styles vary from ranch to craftsman everywhere from the scenic hill country to lively downtown with layouts to suit any buyer. See what homes we have in our collection<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Come summertime (a.k.a March-October), Austin\u2019s outdoor scenery takes forefront. Waterfalls and walking trails are enjoyed by the locals. Weekend trips to the lake, pool, or nearest state park are some of the favorites. We might be biased, but Barton Springs Pool, Hamilton Pool Preserve, and Jacob\u2019s Well are some of Texas’ best summer spots.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Texas is one of only nine states that has no state income tax. Of course, state infrastructure and services still have a price tag, so expect to see sales taxes as high as 8.25% and property taxes of 8.18% to make up for the difference. Still, Texas is one of the most tax-friendly states in the union.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are two seasons in Texas, summer and football. There\u2019s only one place to be at the end of a workweek and that\u2019s in the glow of Friday night lights cheering your local team to victory. Don\u2019t be surprised if your Texan friends invite you to tailgate instead of brunch, even though kickoff isn\u2019t until 6:00 PM\u2014it\u2019s simply the way. Football is deeply embedded in Texan culture and there\u2019s nothing to do but join in the cheers and wear your face paint with pride.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Knowing the lingo will make you more of a local than any amount of brisket orders can. First, y\u2019all is a proper contraction. Embrace it. Also, if there are more than five people in a group, expect to hear \u201call y\u2019all\u201d. It\u2019s widely accepted as proper in these parts. \u201cBritches\u201d are pants, \u201cworsh\u201d means wash, and \u201cbless your heart\u201d is a polite expression of sympathy that can also be dripping with sarcasm\u2014because we speak that fluently too. Now you\u2019re ready and rarin\u2019 to go (read: you\u2019re prepared)!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We know this is a post about Texas, but we call Texas\u2019 capital city home and think it is objectively the best place to live\u2014and we thought you should know. Recently, Austin ranked as the nation\u2019s\u00a0third Top-Performing City<\/a>\u00a0in job and salary growth as well as the gross domestic product (GDP) of our leading high tech industry.\u00a0We think this, along with a lower cost of living than comparable metro areas, higher education opportunities, no shortage of things to do, and a laidback atmosphere are enough to make our point.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The official Texas state motto is \u201cFriendship,\u201d one word we think perfectly describes our people, our culture, and our way of life in what we Texans consider the greatest state of them all\u2014we hope this will help make you feel a little more at home, friend.<\/p>\n If you have any questions on Texas life, leave us a comment below. If you\u2019re thinking of making the move\u2014check out our list of\u00a0homes in North Austin, TX<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0South Austin, TX<\/a>. We would love to hear from you!<\/p>\nTexas Summers Can’t Be Beat<\/h2>\n
Texas Has No State Tax<\/h2>\n
Texas Football is Life<\/h2>\n
Texan is a Language<\/h2>\n
Austin is Unique (and the Best)<\/h2>\n
Welcome to Texas, Y’all!<\/h2>\n