Raleigh-Durham is No. 4 ‘Best Places to Live’

The Raleigh-Durham area is No. 4 on U.S. News’ 2016 “Best Places to Live.”

Rankings of the 100 most populous U.S. cities, released Wednesday, are based on five factors: job market, value, quality of life, desirability and net migration. Data was derived from the U.S. Census Bureau, the FBI, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, previous U.S. News rankings on best schools and best hospitals, and a public survey of “thousands” of individuals across the U.S.

The Raleigh-Durham area is No. 4 on U.S. News’ 2016 “Best Places to Live.”

Raleigh-Durham’s highest scores are in desirability and net migration.

About two-thirds of the U.S. population resides in one of the metro areas on the list. The top five “best places” are Denver; Austin, Texas; Fayetteville, Arkansas; Raleigh; and Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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Wake County, NC is No. 8 for Millennial Home Buyers

Report: Wake County among top 10 national markets for prospective Millennial homebuyers

Wake County is one of the top 10 markets where Millennials are most likely to purchase homes in the next six months, according to a new report by real estate and financial research firm CoreLogic.

It is no surprise that Wake County, NC is No.8 for Millennial home buyers. Wake County includes some of the most desirable neighborhoods in NC: Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest in North Carolina. All of these towns are conveniently located near Research Triangle Park which is an area for jobs, especially in the high tech fields.

“Markets that have a lower unemployment rate, lower foreclosures/delinquency rates and a higher year-over-year GDP increase are the most attractive to this younger demographic,” writes CoreLogic.

The report notes a shift from where Millennials are currently buying, “from cheaper areas that border the improving counties to the heart of the improving counties in which the housing market is more expensive.”

The top 10 markets for Millennials in the next six months:

  1. Douglas County, Colorado
  2. Prince William County, Virginia
  3. Fairfax County, Virginia
  4. Loudoun County, Virginia
  5. Hamilton County, Indiana
  6. Forsyth County, Georgia
  7. Placer County, California
  8. Wake County, North Carolina
  9. Boulder County, Colorado
  10. Williamson County, Tennessee

Rebecca Troyer manages the day-to-day process of delivering the daily digital content and the weekly print edition for the Triangle Business Journal.

If you are considering a relocation to the Raleigh-Triangle area of North Carolina, consider using an Exclusive Buyers Agent. One who will have only your interests, needs and desires in mind. Exclusive Buyer Only agents never take listings or work for a listing company, therefore, no conflict of interest can occur. FOR HomeBUYERS has represented Home Buyers exclusively since 1991 and pioneered Exclusive Buyer Representation in Wake County. To contact us call or text 919-219-9878 today for a no obligation private consultation about our services.

Raleigh Is 5th Top Destination for Career Professionals

Raleigh is the 5th top destination in US for career-oriented professionals, according to a new report by staffing firm Robert Half.

The rankings of 25 metros are based on 25 indicators in four general categories that influence career decisions and work-life balance: Career prospects, quality of life, cost of living and cultural diversity.

“With three well-known universities in the area, as well as close proximity to the Research Triangle Park, companies have access to a highly educated and diverse talent pool,” says Lauren Cassidy, senior regional vice president in the Raleigh-Durham area for the Menlo Park, California-based Robert Half International. “Many employers are attracted to the Triangle, and job opportunities have intensified. High tech, finance and education are major industries driving hiring in the area.”

The top four cities are Seattle, Boston, San Francisco and Washington, D.C.

This week, Raleigh was also named the fifth-best state capital in the U.S. by WalletHub, for similar reasons.

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Raleigh Ranked Second in Best Places to Live in US by WalletHub

Raleigh, North Carolina beats out West-coast cities like Seattle, Portland and San Francisco on a new ranking of the best places to live.

Using 31 metrics in areas such as general livability, health and education systems, economic growth and tax rates, personal financial website WalletHub ranked all cities with a population of 300,000 or more.

Raleigh ranks No. 2 overall and No. 1 in the education subcategory.

Charlotte is the only other North Carolina city on the list, ranking No. 19.

WalletHub’s top 10 best places to live:

  1. Austin, Texas
  2. Raleigh, North Carolina
  3. Colorado Springs, Colorado
  4. San Jose, California
  5. Seattle
  6. San Diego
  7. Denver
  8. San Francisco (tie)
  9. Lexington, Kentucky (tie)
  10. Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Apex, NC in Wake County Named #1 Best Place to Live by Money Magazine

Wake County’s Small town of Apex has been named 2015’s # 1 Best Place to Live by Money Magazine.

Apex beats out 3,625 U.S. towns with populations between 10,000 and 50,000 on Money magazine’s new ranking of the ” Best Places to Live 2015.”

“Apex has all the things you’d expect in the No. 1 place to live: a charming downtown, top-notch schools, and the kind of community spirit that draws 15,000 people, or more than a third of the population, to the annual PeakFest street fair,” says Money. It also benefits from the regions’s high-paying technology jobs, and “unlike that other technology hub on the West Coast, Apex is still affordable.”

The rankings are based on multiple data sources, including housing affordability, foreclosure rates, educational interest and attainment, access to health care, arts and leisure activities, commute times and population density.

Median income in Apex is $88,558, job growth is 15.5 percent and the median home price is $243,125, according to the report.

Other North Carolina towns on the top 50 list include Harrisburg, No. 41, and Stallings, No. 46 – both near Charlotte.

To learn more about Apex, NC visit their web site: https://www.apexnc.org/.

If you are contemplating a relocation to Wake County in NC, Apex would be an excellent community to check out. To get your questions answered about the various communities in Wake County which might be considered for relocation call or text FOR HomeBUYERS at 919-219-9878. As Exclusive Buyer’s Agents, we will provide honest, unbiased information.

 

Raleigh #1 of 25 Best Cities to Find A Job

According to Glassdoor’s newest report Raleigh, North Carolina ranks first among the top 25 best cities for jobs. The “job score* was determined by weighting three factors equally: how easy it is to get a job (hiring opportunity), how affordable it is to live there (cost of living), and how satisfied employees are working there (job satisfaction).

As part of this report, Glassdoor included each city’s median pay for employees, median home value, job satisfaction rating, number of current job openings and population.

  1. Raleigh, NC – Glassdoor Job Score: 4.1
  • Number of Job Openings: 24,146
  • Population: 1,242,974
  • Median Base Salary: $50,950
  • Median Home Value: $198,400
  • Job Satisfaction Rating: 3.3

To view the full report visit the Glassdoor article.

Glassdoor is a web site that lists jobs in the Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill, Triangle Area that might assist with your job search. With the Raleigh jobs market ranking #1, begin your search for a job here.

When seeking employment in the Raleigh, Durham or Chapel Hill area of North Carolina, FOR HomeBUYERS, an Exclusive Buyer Real Estate Agency who works only with Buyers would love to assist in finding you your new home in the area. We can advise you on good school districts and desirable neighborhoods that meet your needs.

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5 Best Raleigh Suburbs According to Moveto

To all of us who live in the Wake County North Carolina area this declaration comes as no surprise. On this list is the following in Moveto’s ranking: Tied for 1st is Cary and Morrisville, then Apex, Holly Springs and Wake Forest.
Cary is located just off interstate 40, near RDU International Airport and Research Triangle Park and has for many years provided housing for employees in RTP. Morrisville and Apex have more recently expanded their housing availability for the RTP employees. Cary and Morrisville are also very convenient to Durham and Chapel Hill which have large universities and medical centers.

Each of the five noted communities are very family oriented with many parks, good schools and excellent shopping. Holly Springs and Wake Forest are more accessible to outdoor activities being located closer to larger wooded areas. Falls Lake is convenient to Wake Forest while Jordan Lake is near Cary, Morrisville and Apex.

Should you decide to relocate to Wake County and the Raleigh, North Carolina (NC) area any one of these 5 communities would be an excellent choice. You will love the friendly people you will meet and they will make you feel welcome and a member of the community in no time.

If you would like more information about these areas or other locations in the Raleigh area, you may Call or text 919-219-9878 and speak with Allen Shaver, Broker-in-Charge of FOR HomeBUYERS, an Exclusive Buyers Agency working only for you, the home buyer.

The Triangle has 3 of the Top 10 Best Cities for Young Families in North Carolina

Few states can claim to have made more changes over the past few decades than North Carolina. Not only has the state modernized its economy — from agriculture to one of the nation’s fastest-growing centers for software and technology services, biotech and life sciences — the state’s economic prospects, affordable housing and moderate climate have attracted new residents from across the nation. According to an analysis by the New York Times, in 1980, 76% of North Carolina residents were natives. Today, that number has shrunk to 58%, with a large number of newcomers coming from the Northeast, the Midwest and, increasingly, from outside the U.S.

By some measures, the economic recovery has been stronger in North Carolina than in the nation as a whole. Although the state’s most recent unemployment rate of 5.8% matches the national average, its post-recession high of 11.3% in January 2010 was higher than the national rate. The improving employment picture, affordability and more make North Carolina one of the nation’s top destinations for young families.

NerdWallet found the communities in the Tar Heel State that offer young families the best combination of solid schools, friendly neighbors and affordability in our analysis of 123 cities, towns and census-designated places in North Carolina.

3. Holly Springs

Education is integral to understanding Holly Springs. This fast-growing town in Wake County, near the Research Triangle, gives residents direct access to North Carolina’s center for technology, medicine and biotech. In turn, 53.5% of Holly Springs residents hold a college degree or higher, which is more than 20 percentage points higher than the national average. Though the town is near some of the most important institutions in the state, Holly Springs still holds onto and continues to build, its own identity. Events such as Hollyfest and the annual Christmas Parade are local favorites, and the Holly Springs Cultural Center, which is home to a performing arts center and outdoor stage, has become a regional destination.

7. Apex

Apex got its name because it was the highest point on a railroad that stretched from Richmond, Virginia, to Jacksonville, Florida. Now, it is near the pinnacle of the best cities for young families in North Carolina because of its affordability and excellent school system. Residents can expect to allocate about 19% of their median monthly income to homeowner costs, which is below the top 10 average of 22%. While Apex is a great choice for young families on a tighter budget, it also has plenty of cultural and recreational opportunities as well — the Halle Cultural Arts Center in downtown Apex has music and theatrical events throughout the year, and the town is only minutes from Jordan Lake State Park.

9. Morrisville

Morrisville is no longer a secret for young families, who have been moving to the town for more than a decade. In 2000, 18.1% of married family households had at least one child under 18, but by 2013, that number had jumped to 32.4% — the largest gain in the top 10. The town’s exceptional school system, which received a perfect 10 at GreatSchools, has been a significant draw, as well as the above-average family income growth. Residents of Morrisville also have a unique blend of amenities, from Lake Crabtree’s fishing, boating and 16 miles of trails, to the convenience of its location to the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, which is only eight minutes away.

If you are considering one of the above locations to relocate, contact FOR HomeBUYERS a Raleigh Real Estate Exclusive Buyer Only Agency that serves Apex, Holly Springs, and Morrisville.

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Cary & Chapel Hill are in Money.com’s small cities “50 Best Places to Live”

The Triangle, NC area has again been recognized for how great a place it is to live.

When you look at all the top rankings the Triangle Area of North Carolina receives for jobs, best places to live and have families, relocating to this area should be a strong consideration if you are planning a move or relocation. The cities of Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, Fuquay Varina, Clayton, and others, will give you a good choice to fit your family’s needs. If you are considering a relocation to the area, FOR HomeBUYERS can provide a no obligation consultation on the areas that may best fit your needs and desires.

Cary is No. 19 and Chapel Hill is No. 36 on Money.com’s list of the top 50 “Best Places to LIve 2014.”

The report focuses on small cities with populations between 50,000 and 300,000. The rankings are based on both objective data and personal visits.

The report cites Cary’s proximity to Research Triangle Park and Triangle universities, as well as having SAS, top schools and a wide range of housing options.

Chapel Hill is also cited for the quality of its schools, along with its lively downtown and its proximity to white-collar jobs.

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