250 Years of the American Dream: What Homeownership Still Means in 2026
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one aspiration has remained constant across every generation: the dream of a place to call your own. Two hundred and fifty years ago, a nation was founded on the idea that people deserve the freedom to build a life on their own terms. It was a radical idea then. […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – AUGUST 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for August 2025. Our active listing median prices have risen the past month to $449,950 which is actually a 9.3% decrease from where it was compared to last August at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has increased for active listings to […]
Supporting Our Island Small Businesses: The Backbone of Our Economy
As your Mayor, and as a former small business owner myself, I know firsthand the grit, determination, and resilience it takes to keep the lights on, payroll met, and customers happy. For 15 years, I proudly ran my own Allstate insurance agency. I built it from the ground up, navigated economic ups and downs, and […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – MARCH 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for March 2025. Our active listing median prices have risen slightly the past month to $380,000 which is a large a 20.8% decrease from where it was compared to last March at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has risen for active […]
BBB – What to know about IRS impostors and tax preparation fraud
The season for filing 2024 taxes began on Jan. 27, and while some Texas residents are planning on submitting their own returns, others are reaching out to reputable tax preparers for assistance. With roughly three months remaining until the fling deadline of April 15 for general tax returns, Better Business Bureau reminds residents to be […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – FEBRUARY 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for February 2025. Our active listing median prices have softened the past month to $379,000 which is actually a 4.4% decrease from where it was compared to last February at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has risen for active listings t0 […]
Safety is a City priority for Spring Break on Padre Island
The sound of waves crashing against the shore, seagulls soaring overhead, and families laughing as they create lasting memories, this is the experience of many visitors and residents on The Island, Whether you’re a local or traveling from afar, we know safety is a top priority when celebrating Spring Break. Here on The Island, we […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – JANUARY 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for January 2025. Winter months, particularly December and January, present several challenges that make them the worst time to sell a property. One of the primary reasons is the colder weather, even on Padre Island, which can make property hunting much […]
BBB Scam Alert: Recognizing the red flags of a utility scam during freezing weather
Weather forecasts over the next week predict near or below-freezing temperatures across most of Texas, introducing the first cold snap of the winter season. As residents prepare their homes and businesses, chances are high that scammers will take advantage of the situation by impersonating utility companies and using the threat of disconnection to entice immediate […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – SEPTEMBER 2024
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for September 2024. Our active listing median prices have dipped the past month to $487,000 which is actually a 25.2% increase from where it was compared to last September at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has risen for active listings t0 […]