We’re renovating Tierra Grande!

​​​​ You spoke. We listened. In response to recent reader feedback, we’re making some changes to our flagship magazine, Tierra Grande. Starting with the January 2020 issue, you’ll notice: The name. This is probably the first change you’ll notice when your January issue arrives. Tierra Grande will no

Taxes, tariffs, and Texas migration

​​​​New data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveal 2018 migration patterns. As usual, top migration inflows into Texas came from either highly populated coastal states such as New York, Florida, and California or adjacent states like Oklahoma and Louisiana. California remains the top source of Texas ne

When looking at housing data, don’t jump to conclusions

​​Last week, the U.S. Census Bureau released third quarter 2019 homeownership rates, and one surprising number caught my attention—the rate for San Antonio. From 3Q2018 to 3Q2019, homeownership there dropped 3.2 percentage points from 63.4 to 60.2 percent. Compare this with Texas’ homeownership rate

Eek! These terrifying Texas properties will give you the heebie-jeebies

​ Texas is known for its rich history. However, much of that history is more sinister than it seems. In honor of Halloween, we’ve compiled a list of some of the state’s most haunted historical properties.   3. Presidio La Bahía – Goliad Constructed in 1747, this South Texas Spanish fort is known for