charlotte nc economics: Move Over Banking...More Energy Jobs Announced in the Charlotte Metro Region! - 09/01/11 11:58 PM
Lake Norman Region New Home to Lime Energy Headquarters
A top provider of clean energy solutions, Lime Energy, will be relocating its headquarters from Chicago to the Charlotte Metro area, specifically Huntersville. Lime Energy plans to consolidate its IT, accounting, engineering and corporate management departments with the relocation. The new headquarters move are expected to be completed in October, bringing 50-75 new jobs to NC over the next 12-24 months.
Connecting to the groundwork that has previously been established in the Charlotte area, the emerging energy hub growth continues with Lime Energy’s announcement. Lime Energy has shown a 30% year over year growth for … (11 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Ranked As One of the Top 20 Fastest Growing Cities In the Nation - 07/16/11 02:18 PM
Charlotte NC Ranked As A Top 20 Fastest Growing City In The Nation The Queen City is among the top 20 US cities with relation to population growth in the last decade, according to a recent Rice University analysis of the 2000 and 2010 US Census. Charlotte Metro population increased by 427,590 during the last decade, ranking No. 14. Also in NC, Raleigh ranked No. 20 with a population increase of 333,419.
The nation’s cities with the highest population growth include New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. Houston, the nation’s fourth-largest city, grew by 1.2 million people in the decade, more than any … (12 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Economic Report :: Company Expansion and Job Update - 01/15/10 06:08 PM
So, you think our Charlotte NC economy is a bust? Well, guess again! What's new with Charlotte's economy? MORE business and industry expansion, meaning MORE JOBS! Both individuals and companies alike, are attracted to the thriving Charlotte metro region. Charlotte continues to grow both economically and commercially and has all the advantages of one of the most rapidly growing metro areas in the Nation. Our residents are warm and friendly and many areas still retain that small-town flavor with the conveniences of a 'big city!'Here are a few recent additions to Charlotte's businesses and future area employment:
Charlotte NC - Southside … (3 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC, The Queen City, Receives Another Jewel in Her 'Crown" - 04/19/09 12:06 AM
Charlotte NC, The Queen City, Receives Another Jewel in Her 'Crown' Atlanta, Houston, New Orleans, San Antonio, Dallas, Phoenix, and Austin were among metropolitan cities showing significant growth in relation to newcomers to their metropolitan areas. Two North Carolina cities, Raleigh & Charlotte ranked #1 and #3 consecutively! According to Forbes Magazine, ten U.S. metropolitan cities are showing vibrant statistical increases in population growth! The manner in which Forbes conducted it's analysis was using the 2008 population estimates in areas with a population over 1 million, according to the US Census Bureau. When compared to the previous year's date, the metropolitan … (11 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Quick Reference - 04/18/09 11:46 PM
Incorporated in 1768 and named for the wife of King George III, Charlotte has constantly redeveloped itself, growing into the largest city in North Carolina. The Queen City, as she is nicknamed, has gone from being an agrarian township to a gold town, textile center to a national banking giant. Presently, Charlotte is the second largest banking center in the United States of America behind New York City. Visitors to the city are treated to historical attractions as well as a varied and vast range of events and recreational activities. Charlotte is ideally located to take in the wonders of North … (7 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Finance and Employment News: GMAC to Add Jobs to Charlotte Area - 03/22/09 10:29 AM
GMAC to Tap Charlotte's Financial Employee Pool, Adding More Jobs to Our Area
GMAC Financial Services has announced that it will be tapping into Charlotte's financial talent pool as it adds major facets to it's business in order to become a bank holding company. The auto lender plans to add another 200 jobs in Charlotte, adding to a workforce of about 265 that are already here.
These jobs will be in finance and IT and will pay an average salary of $96,124. The expansion is good news for Charlotte, as our financial industry has seen some cuts over the past … (15 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: eCONOMIC REPORT, 2008 Charlotte NC - 11/08/08 11:37 AM
Charlotte NC Profile 2008 Economic Profile, Charlotte NC 2008 Despite the economic downturn, businesses and individuals alike are attracted to the thriving Charlotte region. Economic and commercial growth continues and Charlotte has all the advantages of one of the most rapidly growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Charlotte's residents are warm, friendly and in many areas the small-town flavor remains. Located in the Piedmont region of the Carolinas, Charlotte is only two hours east of the Appalachian Mountains and three hours west of the Atlantic Ocean. New York City is 631 miles to the northeast and Atlanta is 256 miles to … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: What IS Customer Service? - 11/03/08 11:45 PM
What Is Customer Service What Is Customer Service?
My philosophy in life always reverts back to The Golden Rule (Do unto others as you would have them do unto you). As a former registered nurse, I practiced medicine with that philosophy, as well as treating my patients as though they were a beloved family member. I often found myself worrying about my patients, as if they were my family!
Real estate is certainly no different—customer service is of utmost importance in this business—operating a business by my Golden Rule standards, I’ve discovered is the only way to go! Many agents that … (62 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC--A Financial Powerhouse - 11/02/08 09:30 PM
Charlotte NC--A Financial Powerhouse Charlotte NC--A Financial Powerhouse Charlotte NC is renowned for its vibrant banking sector. With more than $2 trillion in assets, it is the second largest financial center in the nation, behind only New York. By comparison, Atlanta has assets of only $183 billion and Miami $0.8 billion. One of the nation’s largest banks, Bank of America (and THE largest mortgage lending institution) is headquartered here. In total, 20 banks with more than 229 local branches, as well as a Federal Reserve Branch, are located in Charlotte. Charlotte banks provide a wealth of services to commercial and individual … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Profile 2008 - 10/31/08 10:37 AM
Charlotte NC Profile 2008 Charlotte NC Profile 2008 Despite the economic downturn, businesses and individuals alike are attracted to the thriving Charlotte region. Economic and commercial growth continues and Charlotte has all the advantages of one of the most rapidly growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Charlotte's residents are warm, friendly and in many areas the small-town flavor remains. Located in the Piedmont region of the Carolinas, Charlotte is only two hours east of the Appalachian Mountains and three hours west of the Atlantic Ocean. New York City is 631 miles to the northeast and Atlanta is 256 miles to the … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Why Charlotte NC? 14 MORE Reasons to Call Charlotte Home! - 10/20/08 11:20 PM
Why Charlotte NC? 14 MORE Reasons to Call Charlotte Home! Why Charlotte NC? Here are 14 MORE Reasons to Call Charlotte Home!
I am constantly being asked about our area and what it is that makes one so passionate about Charlotte. I ran across several articles and thought I'd share a few of our 'rankings' that make Charlotteans proud to call the Queen City home...
About the author:
Debe Maxwell is a Charlotte Residential Real Estate Broker, Certified Neighborhoor & Relocation Specialist, ABR & e-PRO who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in … (12 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: ARE Mortgages Available for Homebuyers? - 10/19/08 01:32 PM
Are Mortgages Available for Homebuyers? Are Mortgages Available for Homebuyers? Call it credit crunch, credit freeze, call this economic/financial crisis whatever you want! Consumer confidence is GONE right now and all we're hearing is that 'it's only going to get worse!' When you're in the real estate business, the news is even further negatively duplicated. So, what are we to do? Tonight, I attended a dinner party and don't you know it, the hot topics were politics and economics. Being the only person in the room that was in this business, I felt like I spent the entire evening defending MY … (19 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Home Market Remains One of Nation's Strongest - 09/18/08 02:27 PM
Charlotte NC Home Market Remains One of Nation's Strongest Charlotte NC's Home Market Remains One of Nation’s Strongest Recent home price reports reveal that while Charlotte home prices aren’t rising as proportionately as they were a few years ago, the housing market for the Queen City is still faring better than most of the nation. The Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight's recent report released at the end of August, 2008 shows area home prices rose 5.2% during the second quarter. The index stabalized at the end of the quarter at -2%. First quarter was just under 6% for Charlotte but, … (4 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Why Charlotte NC? Well, Why NOT?! - 08/04/08 10:53 PM
Why Charlotte NC? Well, Why NOT?!
H istorically, Charlotte was perceived as a textile center and now, more recently, a banking center. While Charlotte remains proud of the industries with which it has been associated over the years, this small, segmented stereotype sells the city's economy short. Charlotte boasts a vibrant, balanced economy that encompasses many sectors, as well as companies that range in size from microbusiness to multinational. Charlotte's economy is easily one of the healthiest and strongest in the nation. Diverse business interests shelter Charlotte from side effects resulting from slowdowns in certain sectors, corporate mergers and buyouts and other … (14 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Economic Report (July, 2008) (Market Report FEATURED) - 07/27/08 10:44 PM
Charlotte NC Economic Report (July, 2008)
The Charlotte NC economic report (July, 2008) reflects that job growth and economic expansion continue to sustain Charlotte's real estate market. With the news of Bank of America's (headquartered in Charlotte) recent decision to purchase Countrywide (it is what it is!), Charlotte is soon to become America's leading financial center. Bank of America is but one of over 300 Fortune 500 companies represented in Charlotte, NC.
In a recent FORBES article, Charlotte was tagged as one of the top five cities with undervalued market prices in the U.S. The National Association of Home Builders … (18 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Economic Profile - 07/13/08 04:09 PM
Charlotte NC Economic Profile
Charlotte NC Economic Profile
International Growth
Increasingly important to our growing Charlotte NC economic profile is the growth of the number of international companies served here. Over 487 foreign-owned companies are housed in Charlotte facilities, representing over half of all foreign companies in the entire state of North Carolina.
Charlotte is a port of entry for international business needs, with fully staffed U.S. Customs and Immigration and Naturalization offices. The Charlotte Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ #57), an inland port facility is located here just inside the NC/SC border.
Charlotte's Sound Fiscal … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Light Rail is a HUGE Success! - 07/11/08 07:24 PM
Charlotte NC Light Rail Is a HUGE Success!
Connectivity is key (hence the name, LYNX) in getting the city's south end into the city during rush hours. The Charlotte NC light rail is a huge success! In keeping with Charlotte's cat theme (Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Bobcats, CATS [Charlotte Area Transit System]), our new light rail, LYNX, has become our new favorite means of transportation in the city!
In November, 2007, the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) began operation of the 9.6-mile LYNX Blue Line light rail, after … (8 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte NC Economic Growth Continues - 07/11/08 10:08 AM
Buying and Selling Your Home in Charlotte NC
Charlotte NC Economic Growth Continues
Despite 'doom and gloom' predictions and musings in local media, Charlotte NC economic growth continues. Historically, Charlotte real estate has not followed market trends as in other cities in the U.S. due to our constant influx of banking transferrees and many other Fortune 500 Companies(we have over 300 represented in Charlotte). Charlotte real estate is not experiencing nearly the problems that other cities are currently experiencing.
Charlotte, The Queen City, has been extremely popular due to economic and job growth. In a recent interview, our … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte North Carolina Housing Market is Bouncing Back! - 06/14/08 11:34 AM
Charlotte North Carolina Housing Market is Bouncing Back!
The Wall Street firm, UBS Securities, reports that Charlotte's housing market could be among the first market to bounce back. Analysts examined 13 regions, taking into consideration demographics, housing inventory, affordability and other economic factors. Population and job/economic growth helped push Charlotte to the top of the list. Some of the big bank job losses are a concern but, all things considered, growth continues to move upwards.
During the 'big boom' housing market, other areas showed higher appreciation than did Charlotte, leaving Charlotte with a far less price margin to have … (11 comments)
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charlotte nc economics: Charlotte, NC Job Growth - 03/02/08 10:21 PM
The Charlotte Chamber of Commerce announced in January that 14,000 + new jobs would be coming to Charlotte this year. Below are the first of the businesses either starting-up in Charlotte, making Charlotte headquarters or expanding their business to Charlotte. Welcome to Charlotte!
About the author:
Debe Maxwell is a Charlotte Residential Real Estate Broker, Certified Neighborhood and Relocation Specialist who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Charlotte, NC or any place in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. Debe has created a team … (4 comments)
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