Being the second largest and most populated state in the USA, the ‘Lone Star’ state has a lot to offer for homebuyers. With a diverse terrain including numerous lakes, rolling plains, piney woods and forests, grasslands, and an extensive coastline, there are choices to accommodate any taste.

The huge size of Texas (larger than France) allows of multiple climates at the same time. The northern parts of Texas receive snowfall multiple times in the winter, but the southern regions rarely see any snow at all. Average summer temperatures range from the 80s to the 100s during the day and from the upper 50s to near 80 degrees at night.

Texas does not have a state income tax, but does has a sales and property tax. The business environment is friendly. Oil is one of the major contributors to the Texas economy, but it is also a technology leader and has tremendous agriculture, fishing, and mining industries as well.

If you are thinking about moving to a warmer climate with a lot to offer, consider Texas as a place for your dream home.

Major cities in Texas include Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, and El Paso.