More employers are moving operations to the Austin area. As our nation moves from more manufacturing to a more intellectual economy Austin Texas continues to be a beneficiary as we have a very tech savvy work force and high level of education. Here is an article about Visa opening a facility in town. As a direct result the real estate market in Austin continues to pick up steam. Homes are selling faster and for more money. The next 3-7 years should be very strong for the Austin real estate market.
http://www.statesman.com/news/business/visa-usa-plans-to-build-austin-computer-center-add/nTCnh/