Most French settlers in Texas came in search of better living conditions. This includes: better social, political and economic conditions.Land in Texas was very cheap and fertile. French empresarios took advantages of this and praised the life in Texas. This caused many French people to believe that life in Texas was ideal. Many families were looking for more land, that they wouldn't have to share with other family members. They were impressed with all the benefits Texas had to offer. Since the journey to Texas was a long one, they knew they would never see many of their loved ones ever again, but they were willing to make that sacrifice.They didn't know what would would happen for sure, but they came with the hope that moving to Texas would be beneficial for them.