A ranking of best places to live in the United States by niche.com lists three Texas communities in the top 10 of the category Best Cities to Live in America, including The Woodlands at No. 7. Niche.com, a site that ranks communities and amenities across the nation, used data and feedback to generate its 2018 Best Places to Live rankings.

The site says the list "provides a comprehensive assessment of the overall livability of an area". The ranking grades are derived from several sources, including the U.S. Census Bureau, crime analysis statistics, housing studies, amenities and online surveys. The process, the site says, includes reviews of school quality, crime rates, housing trends, employment statistics and access to amenities.

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Building a house is a big deal. Whether you’re looking for a new home that you build from the ground up or an inventory home that is move-in ready, there are a few important things to know when choosing a home builder. We met with the experts and gathered their top home building tips on how to choose a builder below. Whatever you decide, when you buy a home in Bridgeland, there are 18 of Houston’s best homebuilders available to help you build the home of your dreams.

Research customer satisfaction ratings. When finding a builder, it’s important to look at their history. Check out social media and builder websites for testimonials and reviews. Don’t be afraid to ask the builder you’re interested in for references from current homeowners. Want to…

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When you live in The Woodlands, your children have a wide range of educational opportunities available to them. In fact, our education systems are one of the reasons so many families have chosen to make The Woodlands their home. Learn about The Woodlands three major school districts, how they rank against other Houston schools, and the area’s alternative educational options below.

Conroe ISD Schools

Considering a move to areas zoned to Conroe Independent School District? Conroe ISD is ranked the eighth best school district in Houston, the 14th best school district to teach in the Houston area and one of the most diverse school districts in the Houston area. The system has been recognized with a Platinum Leadership Circle Award for financial…

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Leaving behind a place that you’ve come to consider your home, can be a very awkward sensation. However, it’s also a time of reinvention; allowing you to create new memories in an area that will be considered your new safe haven. With all of this in mind, choosing a new home is a very important decision, and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. This is especially true for families, as there is more than one set of wants and needs that must be acknowledged. So, what should you be looking for when choosing a new home builder?

Last month, Houston remained on top for new construction activity, having more than 2,225 new permits with a total value of nearly $451M on file for the month. More than half of all new construction took place in Harris County…

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