I hope RKC comes to Texas, just because one more first rate mechanic never hurt a region at all.
His arrival might take business away from some Craigslist wannabees who claim much but deliver little - IF people on Craigslist are paying attention, and if RKC tries to get that business.
With Glen's backlog and commitment to Diamond, I doubt his move will make any huge difference in the central Texas mechanic market at all. Maybe an extra handful of individuals in this area will get him to work on their table, people who otherwise might not be able to get him because his schedule keeps him four states away for months at a time.
Maybe a few rooms will be lucky enough and smart enough to go for the RKC treatment, instead of hiring whoever has the lowest price, but again that is iffy at best, knowing how carefully room owners try to avoid any extra expense.
I think RKC will be as busy as he wants to be, as usual, but with a bit more pleasant weather much of the year.
However, I suggest avoiding any city on a line from Abilene to Wichita Falls, or further north - the only thing between there and the freezing winds of the Canadian arctic is a four-wire fence, with three wires down.
p.s. I would repeat my suggestion to rent someplace for a short term rather than make a quick long term lease or purchase. It is unbelievable how many great property bargains there are here in central and north Texas. But, it is not always quick and easy to find those bargains - it takes some time and effort, some networking, and even just some driving around to find them. I would guess that within three months RKC could find a property at 2/3 the price he first mentioned, and with half again the amenities.
Tax breaks or other subsidies can come from the local city, county or Chamber of Commerce. The nearby junior college could offer a paid teaching position two nights a week for one or two of the short semesters, or even develop a beginner's table-maintenance all-video course through that same JC. Anything that promotes jobs or skills training is much sought after around here.