Texans Might Have More Money Than They Think
Does it feel like you have $47,000 per year to spend on whatever you want? You probably do, and you'll want to treat yourself to a relaxing massage after this.
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Texas is One of the Richest States in America
So, how much money do you make? Compared to much of the country, Texas is filthy rich, and things are only going to get better.
Smoking Costs a Texan Over a Million Dollars in a Lifetime
If you've never wanted to kick the habit before, the idea that you could have a million dollars leftover might be just what you need. Holy....um, smokes.
Texans Are Spending Too Much on Cars
It feels good to have a vehicle that you love, but spending a big chunk of your income on a nice ride creates big personal debt problems. And in Tyler and Longview, we rank among the worst in Texas for overspending. If you're thinking of buying a new vehicle, you gotta read this!
This is the Poorest Town in Texas
Every state has cities where the money seems to flow more easily than others, and the spot in Texas that has the most trouble getting on its financial feet is in the southern tip, near McAllen and Brownsville.
In other words, there IS opportunity in Tyler and Longview. We're not the richest cities in Texas, but not the poorest either.