Are you thinking about retiring in Austin, or perhaps a charming town nearby? You’re not alone. The Greater Austin area offers a unique blend of small-town friendliness and big-city culture, all wrapped in a sunny climate that invites year-round outdoor living. It’s a place where you can find your perfect pace, whether that’s enjoying a […]
Retiring in Austin? What You Need to Know About Texas Property Taxes and Exemptions
Considering retirement in the Austin area? Perhaps you’re moving here to be near kids and grandkids or maybe because you’re trying to get away from the higher cost of living states. Though Texans enjoy a lower cost of living in a lot of categories, housing costs and especially property taxes are something to budget for […]
Active Adult Communities in Austin
Not too long ago, active adult communities in Austin were confined to Sun City in Georgetown. Though Del Webb (the developer behind Sun City) does a phenomenal job with these types of communities, Sun City may not be the best fit for everyone. With thousands of homes and still more being built, Sun City can […]
Downtown Austin’s New Library – Nation’s 1st Library of the Future
The Grand Opening of the Austin Central Library is set for November 2016. Why in the world are we talking about a new library a year and a half before it opens? Because it’s way more than that a building with books. With a $120MM price tag, this isn’t your run-of-the mill, brush the dust […]
Austin Named 9th Best Place to Retire on Social Security
In an article dated October 14, 2014 by US News and World Report, Austin was named #9 on the list of Top 10 Best Places to Retire on Social Security Alone. This is yet another “best places list” Austin finds itself on and it is no wonder people of all ages are relocating to our […]
