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Houston and Beyond
While Houston is the most populous city, the Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown Metropolitan Statistical Area (Houston MSA), consists of 10 counties: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, San Jacinto and Waller. The metro area’s mid-2007 population of 5,628,101 ranks sixth among U.S. metropolitan statistical areas. Houston’s MSA is among...
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Neighborhoods and Communities |
When Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine rated Houston in 2008 as the best city in which to live, work and play,...
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Health and Wellness |
The crown jewel of health care, education and research in Houston is the Texas Medical Center (TMC), considered the world’s...
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Remodeling |
While house hunting in Houston, you and your spouse have found the pefect home – it’s well situated close to...
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Financing and Mortgages |
As a newcomer to the Houston region, you may not be new to the home-buying process. Even so, it’s helpful...
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Insurance |
In this chapter, you’ll find information on different types of insurance, including homeowners, auto and medical, as well as practical...
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Education |
One of the highest priorities for relocating families is locating a new school for their children and providing a smooth...
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Vertical Living |
If you ask urban professionals the difference between high-rise living in Houston and in other large U.S. cities, right away...
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Renting and Leasing |
If you are relocating to the Houston area you may not be ready to purchase another home. In that case...
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Moving To Houston |
While just the thought of relocating can be stressful, with planning and helpful resources, the process can be managed. In...
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Building Your Custom Home |
Now that you’re relocating to the Houston area, it might be time to consider building a custom home. One good...
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Houston Highlights |
Many Houstonians relate to Continental Airlines’ slogan “work hard, play hard.” The New York Times said of the city, "Maybe...
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Trailing Spouses – Job Hunting |
This chapter is designed to assist the trailing spouse who is relocating to Houston. While your spouse’s employer may provide...
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Buy vs. Rent |
Advantages and considerations for renting and buying
Both buying and renting can have their advantages. The better choice for you depends...
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Tips for Career Success |
Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time or simply seeking to make a career change, it’s important...
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