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State Approves I-69 Corridor Plan from Brownsville to Texarkana Monday, July 07, 2008
49 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Economy		 The NAFTA Super Highway eventually will link Canada and Mexico and Texas' portion of that highway will be an extensive, lengthy part of the overall picture. Read More..
Ocean Tower South Padre Shifting in the Sand Thursday, June 19, 2008
477 Views :: 12 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Investment		 Ocean Tower is sinking ever so slightly in the sand from the design of tower connecting to parking garage and pool. The issue will be resolved resulting in a better design and product. UPDATE: 2 July 08 Read More..
Cameron County Property Taxes Tuesday, June 17, 2008
148 Views :: 2 Comments :: 		How to deal with the necessary evil of property taxes in Cameron County Texas: A how to research property taxes guide. Read More..
Mexicans like to purchase land in South Padre because they consider it good as gold Sunday, June 08, 2008
271 Views :: 8 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Investment		 Mexican Nationals are investing heavily in the open land to the north of South Padre where soon utilities and development activity could open up a Beachfront area twice the size of the town of South Padre Island. Read More..
Subsea 7 selects Port Isabel for new pipeline plant Wednesday, June 04, 2008
93 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: Port Isabel, Economy		 Subsea 7 is one of the world's leading subsea engineering and construction companies and the $32M plant will help attract offshore oil and gas industry suppliers to the area and create about 100 jobs. Read More..
Urbaniti Magazine has Named South Padre Island as One of the Best Summer Destinations in the Country Thursday, May 22, 2008
188 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 Eco-tourism, wildlife, beaches, fine dining, stellar accommodations, fantastic high rises, sunsets and sunrises - South Padre Island has it all. Read More..
South Padre’s tropical climate is favorite winter Texas area Monday, May 12, 2008
218 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 While many people vacation in Texas for only a week at a time, many of our northern neighbors have grown accustomed to spending the entire winter season in the South Padre Island Area. Read More..
Cameron County Calls Meeting on SPI's Second Causeway Thursday, April 17, 2008
403 Views :: 3 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 CHANGE OF DATE AND LOCATION: Meeting will now take place on May 22nd, 2008 at the South Padre Island Municipal Complex Board of Alderman Room (2nd Floor). Read More..
Which Amenities Make Property More Rentable? Wednesday, April 09, 2008
384 Views :: 2 Comments :: :: Second Homes		 The Top Searched Amenities for Rental Properties. Updated Energy Saving Tips. Read More..
South Padre Area Market Analysis Early 2008 Wednesday, March 26, 2008
766 Views :: 12 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Economy		 See South Padre area sales and the various factors affecting them, such as buyer demographics, climate changes, and more. Read More..
South Padre Takes Sand from Northend Landowners Wednesday, March 12, 2008
396 Views :: 6 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 Dump trucks are moving sand for the Kemp Ridley sea turtle. It's benefiting some hotels and residential areas. Northend Landowners File Lawsuit. Read More..
Texas Pirate Adventures announces Theme Ship Thursday, March 06, 2008
357 Views :: 3 Comments :: :: Port Isabel		 Texas Pirate Adventures announces launch for Black Dragon Pirate Theme Ship to be berthed at Pirates Landing, Port Isabel on April 20th. Read More..
Bayside Capital Gives a Glimpse of the Future Boardwalk Friday, February 08, 2008
542 Views :: 2 Comments :: 		Bayside Capital presented three architect's sketches to the South Padre Island Board of Aldermen February 2008 . Read More..
South Padre - More Than Just a Second Home Resort Thursday, February 07, 2008
372 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: South Padre Island		 South Padre Island's Convention and Visitor's Bureau have made an effort to keep promoting the city as one of the premier destinations on the Gulf Coast. In the last couple years, the town has launched a series of special events and public relations efforts. Read More..
South Padre Area Market Report 2007 Wednesday, January 16, 2008
1070 Views :: 29 Comments :: :: South Padre Island, Economy
Now is a good time to buy the newer products on South Padre Island or look for bargains. UPDATED - Sales fell 30% in 2007
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Texas Gulf Coast News 
New Beach Construction and Dune Protection Permit Rules
The Texas General Land Office (GLO) has proposed new rules for Beach Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit Rules
Texas Property Taxes in a Nutshell
Nutshell (define): A simple explanation of a confusing system or problem.
Web site has new algorithms to determine if a home is priced right
UShousingmeltdown.org has a home price reality check, which tracks the relationship of home prices to income by zip code.
How Buyers, Sellers and Developers Are Reacting to Today’s Market
Important Advice for Buyers, Sellers, and Developers Based on our Research of the Texas Coast Real Estate Market
2008 Real Estate Center Market Reports Available Online
The reports cover real estate related census data, employment, major industries, business climate, education, transportation, infrastructure issues and growth patterns
Highlights of Texas' 1st Second-Home Expo with Buyer Advice
Developers make big splash at the Houston Woodlands Marriott Expo as they tout amazing new Real Estate Products on the Texas Gulf Coast from Galveston to Mustang Island to South Padre Island.
Remarkable Developments on Texas Coast Defy Housing Downturn
The Texas Coast has several new skyscraper high-rises and two-view oceanfront developments bordering nature preserves that are selling well despite the national housing woes.
Texas Coastal Property a Shore Thang
Not since the radio broadcasts of Eddie Chiles has Texas needed a spokesman to combat the National Press Corps.
New 1031 IRS guidelines for vacation homeowners
The IRS has new guidelines on vacation homes to qualify for a 1031 exchange, a popular tax method used by Texas baby boomers to save money buying second homes. The Popularity of 1031s Surged with the Market Decline.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency Publishes Manual Dedicated to Coastal Construction
Read about the New Principles and Practices of Planning, Siting, Designing, Constructing, and Maintaining Residential Buildings in Coastal Areas (FEMA 55)
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