The Top Ten Reasons To Do Business In the Alamo Area
Published Apr 14, 2008
The Alamo Area has a wealth of golf courses.
1. Strategic Location
Approximately equidistant from the East and West Coasts of the United States and along the NAFTA Corridor between Mexico and Canada, the Alamo Area encompasses 12 counties with the nation’s seventh-largest city, San Antonio, as its hub.
2. Quality of Life
Whether you enjoy the arts, culture, shopping and nightlife San Antonio has to offer, the diverse housing options of suburban living or the tranquility of small-town life, the Alamo Area has it all – within commuting distance.
3. Transportation
Port San Antonio is emerging as one of the nation’s premiere inland international ports, and an extensive network of highways, rail and airports make transportation the region’s strongest asset.
4. Thriving and Diversified Industries
Manufacturing, biotechnology, distribution and military enterprises have all found the Alamo Area to be fertile ground for their growing businesses.
5. Low Cost-of-Living
Housing prices are among the lowest in the nation, making it an attractive location for relocating families who find they can get a lot more in return for their housing dollars here.
6. Scenic Beauty
The Alamo Area can lay claim to three things that make it a standout in Texas: trees, water and hills. Hiking, biking, fishing, kayaking and tubing are popular outdoor activities.
7. A Skilled and Adaptable Workforce
The region offers top education and workforce training institutes.
8. Favorable Tax Climate
The State Business Tax Climate Index ranked Texas as having the sixth best business tax environment in the nation. Local officials work hard to create favorable tax incentives for business.
9. Recreation
The Alamo Area has an abundant supply of recreational activities, from boating and fishing to museums and festivals to retail shopping and small-town antique adventures.
10. An Ideal Climate
The subtropical climate is consistently mild, with average monthly temperatures in the 50s in winter and 80s in summer.
Photo by Antony Boshier
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