Seguin / New Braunfels Manufacturing Industry Slow-Down

[Alexi Schreier]

I've been looking to buy my next rental in the Seguin / New Braunfels area but have had mixed feelings regarding its long term growth.

On the one hand, these cities are situated in between two economic power houses, San Antonio and Austin, who are both expanding at the benefit of whatever's located between them.

On the other hand, Seguin and by proximity, New Braunfels, depend in large part on the manufacturing industry. I think it's great that large manufacturing companies are present in the area and continue to invest there, but I'm worried that with the slowdown in the manufacturing industry happening in the US economy, that job losses are going to happen.

I'm curious to know what those who invest in the area have to say about this. Is this something you think about too? Have your rentals been affected by it or do you think they might in the future?

[Jack Dwyer]

I agree with above.  I live, work and have rental in New Braunfels and it’s exploding in growth.  I don’t personally think NB is very heavily reliant on manufacturing, but seguin may be a different situation.  The two cities are very different.  My opinion is NB is the best choice for appreciation and seguin might be better for cash flow and cheaper houses.... but with a better chance of headaches.