Aerial shot of a complex highway intersection in the Triangle region showcasing the increase in population.
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Triangle Boom: Population Up, But Rents Down in 2024

ByHayli Mace

The Triangle region continues to experience remarkable population growth, outpacing most of the nation even as local rental prices have shown an unexpected downward trend since 2023. Population Surge Continues Unabated Recent Census Bureau data confirms what many residents already feel in their daily commutes and neighborhood expansions: the Triangle is growing at a blistering…

Close-up of rolled US dollar bills symbolizing the income a household needs to make to either buy a home or rent an apartment.
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The Growing Gap Between Buying and Renting: What You Need to Know

ByHayli Mace

In today’s challenging housing market, the financial divide between homeownership and renting continues to widen. Recent data reveals just how significant this gap has become for the average American household. The $50K Income Difference According to a recent Redfin report, prospective homebuyers now need to earn over $50,000 more annually than renters to afford their…

Close-up of a hen sitting in a rustic diy coop with two eggs in North Carolina.
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Beating Rising Egg Prices: Your Guide to Backyard Chickens in North Carolina

ByHayli Mace

With egg prices continuing to climb across North Carolina, many residents are considering a solution that’s both practical and rewarding: backyard chickens. Not only can raising your own chickens provide a steady supply of fresh eggs, but it can also become an enjoyable hobby with potential cost savings. Before you rush to your local farm…

A stunning panoramic view of the Dallas skyline under dramatic clouds, capturing the city's iconic skyscrapers and showcasing America's Happiest City.
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Happiness Rankings: Raleigh Shines as We Expand to America’s Happiest City

ByHayli Mace

America’s Happiest Cities in 2025 – And Why We’re Excited About Two of Them While overall happiness in the United States may have slipped to 24th place globally according to the 2025 World Happiness Report, there are still plenty of American cities where joy and satisfaction thrive. This is particularly true in communities where we…

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