With the Texas legislature now in session, calls for increased taxes are being sounded by the advocates of numerous programs. Taxes are being proposed on businesses, “the rich,” and other sources. But because all taxes are shared, everyone is negatively affected.
Economy
Bringing Down the House (Price)
A decade ago, the typical Texas home value was about $181,000. Today, it’s ballooned to around $302,000. As home prices increase so too does the barrier to entry get higher. A recent study estimates it would take 7 years for a median-income Texas household to save up for a 20% down payment. But you don’t...
July 16, 2026