Stunning aerial view of Raleigh, NC, showcasing urban living in a big metro.
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Raleigh Lands on the List of Family-Friendly Big Metros According to CNBC: Navigating Urban Living in 2025

As the urban landscape evolves, families—and indeed anyone looking for a dynamic place to live—face a wide array of choices when selecting the perfect city. A recent article from CNBC, titled “Best Big Metros for Families”, dives deep into what makes certain metropolitan areas stand out for families. While the report’s focus is on family-friendly…

A stunning view of Charlotte's modern skyline at sunset, highlighting the dramatic drop in best performing cities causing the real estate sector to struggle.
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Charlotte’s Economic Performance Decline: Insights and Analysis from the Milken Institute’s Report on the Best-Performing American Cities

Charlotte, once a shining star in economic growth, has experienced a significant drop in its ranking among the best-performing large cities in the United States according to the Milken Institutes 2025 Report on the Best-Performing Cities in America (read more).  This shift in economic standing presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses and residents in…

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Why Rental Property Investors Should Avoid Costly Community Amenities in a High-Inflation Environment

We do thousands of rental market estimates a year, and with that kind of repetition, you start to notice issues that rarely get discussed. One major issue we’ve run into lately is the mindset and strategy changes that need to be made in response to a long-term high-inflation investment environment. Costly community amenities just don’t…

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Raleigh’s Rise on the Milken List of Top Cities: A Model of Balanced Urban Growth and Its Impact on the Housing Market

Raleigh has been turning heads as one of the nation’s top-performing cities, and it’s not hard to see why. A recent report highlights that the city’s growth is not just rapid—it’s balanced. This quality of expansion is setting Raleigh apart from other urban centers that have heavily relied on one or two dominant industries. Instead,…

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