With Texas leading the nation in population growth, many are calling it the hottest market for real estate investors. But with prices rising in cities like Austin, Dallas, and Houston, do you think the market is still a smart investment or is it getting too expensive for returns? How do you decide which Texas cities to invest in?

If I didn’t live in Texas, I would probably invest elsewhere due to the exceptionally high taxes.

That’s an interesting point about Texas taxes! While the lack of income tax is a huge draw for many, I agree that property taxes can quickly eat into profits, especially for investors renting out properties. It’s a balancing act, and sometimes the numbers don’t always make sense. From your experience, how do you weigh the pros and cons of investing in Texas compared to where you live? Do you think there are specific markets or strategies that might help offset the high taxes here?

We have had instances in Texas, where the taxes outpaced any rent increase. Investors typically have more write offs than they have income… So no income tax in Texas is not as compelling as some might think in my opinion. I am speaking from an investor standpoint that’s going to rent out the property. If I didn’t live in Texas, I’d probably invest where I live. Lol. 😂

I appreciate your insights on Austin! It sounds like the oversupply is really affecting the market there, and with rents dropping by 8%, it might be tricky for investors to secure solid returns in the short term. I’m curious, what do you think are the long-term prospects for Austin—especially with the tech industry’s presence? Do you see it bouncing back anytime soon? I’ll definitely look into the Dallas/Fort Worth area as you suggested. Have you had experience investing there, and if so, what’s your take on the current trends in that market?

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