The capital city of North Carolina, Raleigh has ranked near the top of fastest growing cities in America for nearly a decade. It’s no wonder that the city continues to grow, as the area is  home to more than 170 research and development companies. Raleigh, along with neighboring cities Durham and Chapel Hill, form the Research Triangle region, a center in the fields of high-tech and biotech research. The city boasts easy access to several world class universities; Duke University, the University of North Carolina, North Carolina State University, and Wake Forest University are all within minutes’ drive of Raleigh. For these reasons, Raleigh placed 4th on Wallethub’s list of most educated zip codes for 2016, and has earned the distinction of being home to the highest amount of PhDs in the country. The job market as a whole in Raleigh couldn’t be better; Glassdoor recently rated Raleigh its “#1 Best City For Jobs” in its 2015 survey.

But it isn’t just the tech industry that is driving Raleigh’s growth; it’s the quality of life and amenities as well. Raleigh has put a focus on its entertainment, and it shows, especially in the trendy areas of Fayetteville District, Moore Square, and Glenwood South, where you’ll find restaurants and microbrews in abundance. Known as the “City of Oaks”, the city boasts 9000 area of parkland for outdoor lovers. As the state capital, the city is home to the state of North Carolina’s first class museums, such as the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and the North Carolina Museum of Art, to name but a few.  And like the rest of North Carolina, the region enjoys a moderate climate with mild winters. The iconic coastal towns of Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach are accessible for a day trip, and if it’s the mountains that are calling, you’ll find the Blue Ridge Mountains a few hours’ drive away.

For all these reasons, Raleigh is a relocation destination that is second to none. To obtain more information, click here to contact one of our relocation specialists.

As a warm southern community with a diverse economy and a vibrant urban scene, Greenville, SC is consistently ranked one of the nation’s top places to live. It offers the benefit of a larger city yet with a small town feel, as well as a low cost of living, mild climate, and exceptional quality of life. Its mix of traditional southern charm, stunning natural beauty and contemporary downtown vibe has made the area an increasingly popular relocation destination.

If you’re looking for a beautiful walkable downtown, with upscale shops, international flavors, and ample greenspace together, look no further than downtown Greenville. The city has become the national model for urban renewal, as its old industrial core has seen an incredible revitalization over the past few decades. It is now home to over 130 retail shops and 75 restaurants in a one square mile area. The central jewel of Greenville’s downtown is Falls Park on the Reedy, described by many as “an oasis within the city” with trails, landscaped gardens, scenic overlooks, and waterfalls. Forbes Magazine recently ranked Greenville’s downtown one of “America’s Ten Best”, and the New York Times has referred to Greenville as “a national model for a pedestrian-friendly city center.”

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, Greenville provides ample opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. The Swamp Rabbit Trail, a 17.5 mile greenway, winds along the Reedy River and connects Greenville’s extensive park system with the rest of the city, drawing cyclists from miles around. Within a hour’s drive of Greenville, you’ll find no less than 12 South Carolina state parks. Drive a mere 45 minutes north and experience the mountainous wonders of Lake Joccassee, which has earned a spot on National Geographic’s “50 Last Great Places in the World” list. Three hours southwest are the beaches of Kiawah Island and South Carolina, both world class tourist destinations of their own. With a multitude of leisure activities like these within a short drive from town, Greenville is an location from which to pursue an outdoor lifestyle.

For all of these reasons, Greenville is worth checking out as a relocation destination. To obtain more information, click here to contact one of our relocation specialists.

Known as “The Music City”, Nashville has become one of the fastest growing cities in America and an increasingly popular relocation spot. Nashville is consistently ranked in the top ten best places to live and work in America, due to its reasonable cost of living, mild climate, and burgeoning local economy. If you’re looking for a thriving city scene with a dash of Southern hospitality, Nashville might be the place for you.

Nashville more than lives up to its Music City nickname with 120-plus live music venues, featuring all genres of music. Combine its local music scene with its foodie reputation that has been saluted from The New York Times to Bon Appetit, and the result is a city that never sleeps. But Nashville isn’t just known solely for its live music these days; the city is becoming known as a hot spot for technology start ups and numerous national companies call Nashville home, including Dollar General, Nissan, and Community Health Systems, to name but a few. Its secondary education is top-notch; Nashville is known as the “Athens of the South”, with over 20 universities in the greater Nashville area. Simply put, it’s the economic and cultural diversity of the Nashville area that has driven the city’s explosive growth. But it’s not just music, food, and tech startups behind Nashville’s growth; it’s the cost of living as well. Its median home price remains below national averages, and Tennessee is one of only six states with no state income tax. Combine these factors with the mild climate Nashville is known for, and Nashville is an excellent choice as a relocation destination.

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Nicknamed the Valley of the Sun, the city of Phoenix offers a retreat from the grey days and harsh winters of the north. No area in American boasts more sunny days, as the Valley receives more than 330 days of sun per year. The Phoenix area offers a great combination of promising economic opportunities and high quality of life, and as a result it’s no wonder that each year more than 50,000 Americans move to the Phoenix area.

From the year-round sunshine, deep canyons, and local heritage, adventures abound in the Valley of the Sun. Combine the beauty of the Sonoran desert with the region’s diverse climate, and every day becomes a great day to explore the outdoors. In Arizona it’s possible to water-ski and snow-ski in the same day, as average high temperatures will differ by 30 degrees within a 2 hour drive in almost any direction. Activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and even hot air ballooning abound in the area. One of the greatest natural wonders on earth lies 3 hours north of the Phoenix area, the Grand Canyon. Whatever your interest, Arizona features an outdoor adventure that beckons the outdoor enthusiast.

As the 12th largest metro in the US, there’s no shortage of professional opportunities in the Phoenix area. Several Fortune 100 companies, including Petsmart, Swift Transportation, and Magellan Health, make Phoenix their home. If it’s sports you seek, Phoenix has it covered, boasting professional teams in all four major sports, and spring marks the annual rite of spring training in the area, as both Chicago baseball squads make the Phoenix area their spring training home. The Valley of the Sun also remains a hot spot for golf enthusiasts, will more than 200 golf courses in the area.

It’s clear that the Valley of the Sun offers more than summer heat; whether you seek career opportunities, a respite from Midwestern winters, or an active outdoor lifestyle, the Phoenix area offers these and more. To obtain more information, click here to contact one of our relocation specialists.

If you’re planning to move to Houston, get ready to live large. The biggest city in a state renowned for its size, Houston is the headquarters of big oil, home to the world’s largest medical center – the Texas Medical Center – and is soon to be the third largest city in the US.

It’s one of the worst kept secrets in the country: Houston’s economy is booming. The city is home to 25 Fortune 500 companies, lifting the region’s average wage to one of the best in the nation. Houston is one of the few areas in the US that both offers limitless career opportunities and a reasonable cost of living, The area has one of the lowest median home price to median household income ratio in the nation, and ranks third lowest in overall cost of living among the nation’s 20 most populous areas. When you factor in the lack of state income tax in Texas, you may be giving yourself a raise and a promotion by relocating to Houston.

Whether you’re looking for an educational experience, artistic inspiration, or an upgrade in your quality of life, Houston offers all of these and more. The city is home to 83 museums and cultural sites and 79 performing arts companies. Houston is one of the few U.S. cities to offer all of the major performing arts – symphony, opera, drama and ballet. The city ranks in the top ten of greenest cities in the US, featuring 56,405 acres of parks, more than 400 miles of biking trails, and two of the largest urban public parks in the U.S. — Cullen Park and George Bush Park. And if your idea of relaxation is a white sandy beach, the city lies a mere hour from the beaches of Galveston and the waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

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