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The real estate market has struck an interesting balance in Raleigh in the last few months. Home sales in the counties that comprise the Research Triangle area have had positive sales trends, the largest of which being the Durham North area which was up 80.6 percent in terms of growth. Pending sales were higher in March 2012 in comparison to March 2011 by 17.1 percent. The Triangle saw over 1,700 closed sales in March of this year.

The Raleigh movers feel that it is also worth noting that new listings are down by about 12 percent. Additionally, inventory levels have shrunk almost 30 percent. Housing prices have followed the supply/demand route and prices have increased in Raleigh as availability has gone down.

Homes are definitely selling in Raleigh’s Research Triangle area, and here at the Raleigh movers we want to make sure you are pricing your home accordingly to get the most bang for your buck when you sell. In the Triangle alone, home sales are up 35 percent for the month of February.

Throughout years of prices jumping, dropping, sales lagging, picking up–it’s hard to keep track of when is the right time to sell, whether you should price high or if you need to offer something reasonable or low to move a house quickly. The truth is, the only person who will suffer for selling your home below value is you.

Pricing your home near the value (considering upgrades, money put into the home, etc) will get you much closer to your goal of attaining a payout close to what you feel the house is worth. By pricing what you honestly feel you deserve, you aren’t losing. And your confidence in the price resonates to the buyer! Be confident.

The city of Raleigh is undergoing a few changes in regards to the rental industry. Currently, the city runs with a Probationary Rental Occupancy Permit, which can fine landlords (or their tenants) if there are too many noise violations associated with an address. This potential change comes on the end of several noise complaints and parties into the wee hours in Raleigh’s college neighborhoods.

Further, landlords will be penalized if their tenants are fined or found for prostitution, possessing stolen goods, possessing/consuming malt beverages, sale of machine guns, gambling, and several other incidents. How fair is it to penalize landlords if a seemingly good citizen tenant turns out not to be such?

The Raleigh movers want to know your thoughts–landlords, tenants, what do you think? Would you be less inclined to purchase a home for investment and rental use if you were at risk for these implications?

According to a report by Clear Capital, a California-based valuation company, housing prices in Raleigh won’t be picking up in 2012. In fact, the company predicts that prices will actually continue to drop about 3 percent. In 2011, prices dropped 3.7 percent.

If the predictions come true, Raleigh could end up in the bottom part of the top 50 metro markets in America. Prices have sporadically dropped over the past six years. Here at the Raleigh movers, we wish not only for a residential real estate revival, but also for the corporate market to decrease in vacancy rate. Alas, only time will tell throughout 2012 if the real estate market succeeds in steady or increasing prices rather than falling into the predictions set by Clear Capital.

Throughout the next decade, Housing Predictor has predicted that Raleigh will be among one of the fastest growing mature cities in the world. Currently, cities like London, New York, Paris and Tokyo make the list of 30 cities. When it comes to the numbers, however, much of the available commercial space in the world is right here in the US.

This is where Raleigh comes in. Experts say that over the next few years, 16 of the top 20 fastest growing mature cities will not only be in the US—and a few of them will be from the South. Austin, Texas and Raleigh, North Carolina are prime examples. Dallas and Houston are also notable Texas cities. When it comes to Raleigh, the technology, activities, and innovative tactics will ensure it a place among the top growing cities of America. The Raleigh movers are excited to see what changes and recognition will come our city’s way.

For the fifth month in a row, real estate sales in the Raleigh area surpassed those in 2010. The greater Triangle area, which encompasses 16 counties, saw positive developments in real estate sales and transactions.

In turn, new listings in the area were on the decrease, which is a great sign for the stability of the market. With less to be sold, the supply decreases—where the demand then increases. Also good news for the real estate market and local economy? The area ranks exceptionally well for affordability.

The Raleigh movers hope that the market continues to strengthen and that the local economy continues on the positive slope as well. Here’s to a promising 2012 in Raleigh!

A veteran’s group in the Research Triangle Area called Operation: Coming Home has honored a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with a new home this holiday season. The Operation: Coming Home group, which is comprised of the Triangle Veteran’s Group, Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County, and several other organizations, will hold a ceremony presenting the home to Sgt. Carlos Evans on Friday, December 2nd.

The organization chose Evans as the recipient of the home based on his dedication and sacrifice he has made over his four tours of duty. On his last tour, he lost both legs and his left hand. The home was custom made to accommodate for Evans and provide accessibility.

The Raleigh movers want to give a big thanks to our troops this holiday season, and every other time of the year. We truly appreciate everything you do for us at home and abroad.

The Bi-Annual Job Fair hosted by the Raleigh United Methodist Church brought applicants out in droves last week. The event is now in its third year, about 2,000 people came out seeking employment.

According to the church’s Pastor, they were expecting about 1000 people at the event. It ending up drawing a crowd of almost double. About 20 companies were present offering hundreds of jobs–the Raleigh movers hope that these positions are filled with local Raleigh candidates to boost the local economy.

A developed in Raleigh’s famed Research Triangle area has decided to put plans back on the table for a urban development project that was in the works. The project, a $30.6 million six story mixed space, was intended to house both private residences and shops. The venture was set to be located downtown, encompassing most of the block in between Blount, Davie, Wilmington and Martin streets.

As of late, the project is being revisited and downsized. Since the economy has not revived the way that investors would like, the project is undergoing a makeover. The 39 floor tower has been scratched, and so has a 24 floor office tower.

As the project gets reworked, the Raleigh movers will keep you posted on developments. In the mean time, you can read in depth on the issue by visiting the News Observer.

The solar power industry is flourishing in North Carolina, where companies such as O2 Energies are opening solar plants in rural areas such as Mt. Airy and Newland. These two plants alone generate over 3 million kw hours of electricity annually. O2 Energies is one of almost a dozen companies setting up solar powered shop in North Carolina.

Raleigh and surrounding areas are focused on solar energy and renewable resources. Raleigh based Strata Solar has seen costs become much more consumer friendly, with solar panels now reduced by about 75% of their price in the last few years alone.

With educational facilities and scientific discovery groups, the Raleigh and Research Triangle area are a likely region to adopt solar energy with open arms. Now, with political bills in line to help increase solar energy in North Carolina, the state seems sold on the energy conserving method.

The Raleigh movers proudly report that if solar energy continues to gain momentum, there will be several job opportunities and developing businesses in the Raleigh area, and the rest of the state, over the next few years.