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They also read the article about no property taxes and were intrigued by that. They are both retired and are really just moving to be closer to my kids - they need a safe, friendly place that won't put too heavy a strain on their retirement incomes. If there are other neighborhoods where they can get a three bedroom house for less than $225K and be in a nice community, they would be interested.

My in-laws are thinking of moving to Stafford to be closer to the grandkids in Houston. They are moving from out of state and we live inside the loop, so I don't know anything about Stafford neighborhoods. Is anyone familiar with the area? If so, where would you suggest looking? I did a quick search on HAR and there is a fair amount of stuff that fits their criteria, so it appears that we have a lot of options. They want a safe, consistent neighborhood (and by that I mean a neighborhood where all of the houses are basically well cared for - no partially gentrified areas for them!). Any ideas where to look? thanks!