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"Six of America’s top 10 hottest zip codes for real estate are in Texas"

KXAN Austin shares, "Six of the nation’s 10 hottest zip codes in 2024 are in Texas, according to real estate site Opendoor.

The site ranked the hottest zip codes nationwide by looking at the number of homes that went into contract within 90 days of listing last year.

In 2024, 77493 and 77433, both in the Houston area, topped the list for areas where people bought homes the fastest. In 2023, the two zip codes were flipped, with 77433 on top.

San Antonio’s 78253 ranked third in 2024, while New Braunfels’ 78130 ranked fourth.

Also in the top 20 were 75126 in Forney, which ranked sixth, 78640 in Kyle, which came in 10th, and McKinney’s 75071, which ranked 12th.

“Over the past three years, we’ve seen people choose to move away from city centers…

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"U-Haul: Austin metro ranked No. 5 for one-way moves in 2024"

Austin Business Journal shares, "The Austin metro was among the hottest destinations in the country for where people were moving last year, according to the latest annual ranking from U-Haul International Inc.

Austin ranked No. 5 among the top U.S. growth metros in 2024, and Texas was the No. 2 state for move-ins — bested from the top spot after three consecutive years by South Carolina, according to data released Jan. 2 and Jan. 3.

The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area took the crown for the top growth metro in the recent list, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina (No. 2); Phoenix (No. 3); and, Lakeland, Florida (No. 4). Houston ranked No. 9.

U-Haul collects migration data from more than 2.5 million one-way U-Haul truck, trailer and moving…

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"Austin suburb appears on new 2025 list of safest U.S. cities"

CultureMap Austin writes, "New Year's resolutions can come in many forms, and if relocating to a safe Austin-area suburb is high on the list for 2025, Round Rock is the place to be.

Round Rock was declared the No. 26 safest city in America for 2025 in a new study by personal finance advisors MoneyGeek. The website's experts examined the most recent FBI crime statistics (from 2023) to determine the cost of crime in 292 U.S. cities with populations over 100,000 residents.

The estimated cost of crime in this North Austin suburb – which the study calculated as the "societal cost of crime per resident" – was $575 in 2023.

While Round Rock's crime cost per capita may seem high, it's actually far lower the national crime cost, which was $2,178 per…

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"Texas new home sales slowed in September, prices dropped in Austin"

CultureMap Austin writes, "new analysis of the statewide real estate market has revealed new home sales in Texas have slowed since September, despite a drop in average prices, and inventory is on the rise.

The September edition of the New Home Sales Report by Dallas-based platform HomesUSA.com examined MLS data across Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio to determine the status of the overall real estate market.

The report found that the three-month average number of new home sales fell across all four major metros in September. Austin saw the smallest decline in home sales, down by just seven sales to 864 in September.

Out of all four markets, San Antonio saw the most dramatic decline in sales with 1,067 new homes sold in…

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"5 Austin neighbors lauded as best small cities in America"

CultureMap Austin writes, "Living in the big city isn't for everyone, which is why many are flocking to the suburbs and less-populated cities around Austin. To demonstrate the popularity of suburban and rural communities, a new study by WalletHub has identified five Austin suburbs on their 2024 list of the "Best Small Cities in America."

The extensive report compared over 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 residents based on 45 livability metrics across five main categories: Affordability, economic health, education and health, quality of life, and overall safety. Cities were grouped by percentile, where the 99th percentile encompasses the top one percent of small American cities.

A total 19 U.S. cities all qualified…

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"Texas needs 306,000 more homes to meet demand, experts say"

Community Impact reports, "Texas’ population growth has outpaced homebuilding since 2020, according to the state comptroller’s office, resulting in a widespread housing shortage. Up For Growth, a national housing policy organization, reported that Texas needs about 306,000 more homes to meet demand.

High home prices, steep mortgage rates and limited supply are driving some potential homebuyers out of the market, said Clare Knapp, a housing economist for the Austin Board of Realtors. Texas also had the sixth-highest property tax rate—1.68%—in 2021, according to research from the Tax Foundation.

Home prices shot up during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Knapp added, as remote work policies allowed more people to move to Texas.

In 2019, the median home…

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"Best Places to Buy a House in the USA for Investment (2024)"

Norada Real Estate Investments writes, "Tired of watching your money sit idle while property values soar? You're not alone. The allure of real estate investment is undeniable, promising substantial returns and financial freedom. But with countless markets vying for your attention, where do you even start? Fear not, aspiring landlord! This guide is your compass through the complex world of real estate investment. We'll uncover the 10 best places to buy a house in the USA for investment, offering promising growth, rental demand, and unique market opportunities.

10 Best Places to Buy a House in the USA for Investment

1. Nashville, Tennessee

Nashville is not just known for its vibrant music scene— it has also emerged as a real estate hotspot. The…

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"More wealthy households are moving to Texas than nearly any other state"

CultureMap Austin writes, "In a state where it takes much less than $1 million in yearly income to live among the top one percent, it's no wonder America's most affluent are flowing in. More of them are choosing to move to Texas over almost every other state, according to a new relocation study by SmartAsset.

To determine where high-earning households are moving, SmartAsset analyzed IRS data from the 2021-2022 tax year, the most recent year for which data was available. The inflow of high-earning households in each state was then compared to the outflows to determine net migration.

Texas had the second-highest net inflow of affluent households – defined as those with an adjusted gross income (AGI) of $200,000 a year – out of all 50 states in the…

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"Tower on West Sixth Street nears completion"

Austin Business Journal shares, "Another West Sixth Street tower is approaching the finish line.

ATX Tower, formerly known as 321 West, will open in the fourth quarter this year after topping out in May, according to an announcement. The 58-story tower will add hundreds of apartments and a big chunk of office space to downtown, much like Sixth and Guadalupe, which opened earlier this year and is located across the street from it.

ATX Tower is being co-developed by Ryan Companies US Inc. and Tishman Speyer Properties LP, the latter of which came on board in 2021.

In total, ATX Tower, located at 321 W. Sixth St., is 425,000 square feet. Floors two through 11 are dedicated to parking. Floors 14 through 19 consist of more than 100,000 square feet…

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"What is Austin, TX Known For? 10 Things to Love About This City"

Redfin.com writes, "Austin, TX is a city that defies expectations and embraces its own distinct identity. From its vibrant music scene to its eclectic food culture, Austin is a melting pot of creativity and innovation. As you wander through its streets, you’ll discover why it’s considered one of the best places to live in Texas. If this sounds like somewhere you might want to live, read on to find out what else Austin is known for.

1. Live music scene

Austin is celebrated as the “Live Music Capital of the World.” This title is supported by the city’s flourishing music scene, boasting over 250 live music venues. Iconic venues such as the Continental Club and Antone’s host performances nightly. Additionally, the city’s annual music…

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