Richard Overall

I ran across this article today and found it very informative. If you are considering a move to the Fort Hood Area, or anywhere in Texas, you might find it interesting as well.

Texas Real Estate: A Hot Spot For Us Real Estate
Out of all the predictions made in regards to the United States economy and real estate scene, many believe that Texas will serve as a hot spot when it comes to buying a house. This means that both buyers and sellers should keep their ears to the ground in regards to the real estate boom that is taking place in Texas. Despite the increases in short-term interest rates that have created a considerably slowed-down housing market, Texas still provides a hearty housing economy. With a little help from a solid low unemployment rate, increases in personal income, and overall low interest rates, the Texas real estate market is thought to prove quite beneficial in the coming years. For those planning to purchase a home in the summer, you will surely be in luck, especially when you aim to make your residence within the great state of Texas. Today, the million-dollar question of the day pertaining to Texas real estate asks the details on what makes this state so special when it comes to the buying and selling of real estate? For starters, when you take a look at the housing markets spread across Texas; you will notice that they have kept a consistent pace in providing some of the most affordable shelter throughout the country. Across the nation, cities such as Killeen, Texas (rated fifth least expensive) have been mentioned in housing market reports alerting the public that Texas is indeed a hotbed for residential advancements. Numerous cities in Texas are leading the way in creating a market that easily competes with the national average. If there were ever a place to situate yourself in Texas, Killeen seems like the place to be. Since 1994, the city has been recognized as a destination that provides housing seen well below the national median. According to a Coldwell Banker survey, the city still presents the fifth lowest prices in regards to Texas real estate. Looking for additional reasonably priced cities located in Texas? Try checking out the ins and outs of El Paso and College Station. The Lowdown on Killeen, Texas Real Estate Are you new to the area and wondering what to expect if you’d like to take advantage of the exceptionally satisfying Texas real estate prices in Killeen? This particualar city accommodates more than 100,000 residents, who rely on the close proximity to Fort Hood, a large military base comprised of soldiers and their families. Some of the related activities and attractions found in the city include Central Texas College, the University of Central Texas, rodeos, stock car racing, as well as numerous dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities. Overall, exploring Texas real estate is highly recommended if you are considering a move to the South. With great weather and great housing opportunities, you can’t go wrong.

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Today, in honor of Texas Independence Day, I thought I'd share some "fun facts" about the GREAT STATE OF TEXAS.

Texas declared it's independence from Mexico on March 2, 1836 and is the only state in the United States to have been an independent nation (1836-1845).

The Battle of the Alamo lasted nearly two weeks with 190 Texans defending against a Mexican army numbering 4,000-5,000 during its final charge.

Texas is the only state to have the flags of six different nations fly over it. They are: Spain, France, Mexico, Republic of Texas, Confederate States and the United States.

When Texas was annexed by the United States in 1845 it retained the right to fly its flag at the same height as the national flag.

Texas is known as the LONE STAR STATE. The name ‘Texas' was derived from the Indian word ‘tejas', which literally means friends or allies.

Three of the nations 10 largest cities are in Texas (Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio). Austin is the state capital.

Texas is the second largest state of US, in terms of area as well as population.

Texas is nearly 1000 miles both from east to west and from north to south. It boasts of a very varied geography, which goes piney woods to semi-forests of oak and cross timbers, into rolling plains and prairie and then, finally to desert.

Dr Pepper was invented in Waco, Texas in 1885 and the original recipe is still made at the Dr Pepper factory in Dublin, Texas.

Texas' state sport is rodeo (though unofficially it's High School football).

The official food of Texas is chili (though Chicken Fried Steak and Bar-B-Cue are state favorites as well).

Texas state flower is the bluebonnet (and it should be a great year for bluebonnets this year). It's been said that the bluebonnet is to Texas what the shamrock is to Ireland.

Texas has a land area of 261,914 square miles (and that's a lot of real estate).

And last, but not least, Texas is home to some of the most humble people anywhere. "I wasn't born in Texas but I got here as quickly as I could"

WOO HOO!!! We've done it again. Killeen, TX is once again listed as one of the least expensive housing markets in the United States.

http://www.kdhnews.com/news/story.aspx?s=36083

Although the type of house they use for comparison (2200 sqft single family residence with 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath) is not the norm in our market, we continue to show very well everytime they do this survey. So there you have it, Buyers...Prices are Low, Interest Rates are Low and, (for a short while longer) Uncle Sam has $8000 with your name on it. Come home to Killeen...The City Without Limits.