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As the job market in Huntsville, Alabama soars, young professionals and families are racing to plant roots in the nearby town of Harvest. Located 15 miles Northwest of the Huntsville metro, Harvest perfectly blends the joys of country and city living. Residents can work in the city by day — exploring the hustle and bustle of Rocket City and its up-and-coming employers — before returning to Harvest’s quaint, quiet community. With stellar public schools, beautiful landscapes and low unemployment rates, Harvest has become one of the most popular places to buy a home in Northern Alabama. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about moving to this town. Employment Harvest is a short 30-minute drive from downtown Huntsville, making it an ideal suburb for commuters. Harvest residents are highly educated and benefit from its neighbor’s strong economy and low unemployment rates. According to the Alabama Department of Labor,...

Even at the height of the pandemic, people were still moving across the country for work. United Van Lines found that 32.5 percent of Americans who moved in 2021 did so for new jobs or transfers. Experts predict an uptick in company-paid moves as companies reopen offices for full-time work. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers about employee-relocation packages and preparation. What’s the business case for providing employee-relocation packages? Companies are currently facing perhaps the most competitive labor market in recent history. The New York Times reported 11.5 million available jobs in March 2022— a welcome sign that the United States is recovering the jobs lost to COVID-19. However, in addition to the record-breaking labor demand, employers are also reckoning with an unprecedented number of people voluntarily leaving their jobs.  Companies began offering larger salaries and more comprehensive benefits to stay competitive. Indeed found that...

Amid global supply-chain disruptions, the warehousing market is growing fast, dropping national vacancy rates to an all-time low.  The increased demand for industrial space is pushing companies across the country to relocate to larger facilities to accommodate new trends. However, relocating a warehouse can seem needlessly complex, requiring months to years of careful planning. Thinking about joining the hordes of warehouses relocating to and within the Atlanta market? Here are five tips to ensure your move is smooth and your downtime is minimal. Know the local regulations and exemptions. Start by familiarizing yourself with the Department of City Planning’s rack storage permitting requirements. Before placing anything on racks in the new warehouse, you’ll have to complete commodity affidavit and racking permit forms, provide floor plans of the new facility and complete an inventory sheet for any hazardous materials. Prevent wasted hours and unnecessary headaches down the line by considering these...

Some people think of Cary, North Carolina as a premier commuter city, but this thriving suburb is a relocation destination in its own right. Just 12 miles west of downtown Raleigh, Cary is one of the best places to go to school, start a business, raise a family and retire in the United States. After receiving the No. 5 slot on Money Magazine’s prestigious Best Places to Live list in 2018, Cary has racked up national accolades and seen its relocation rates explode. SmartAsset data shows that Cary is one of the top 10 cities where millennials are moving. The Town of Cary notes that Cary has a similarly fast-growing population of retirees. Are you considering a move to the Raleigh-Cary area? Here are six things to know about this up-and-coming city. The Technology Town of North Carolina Raleigh is the best city in the country for jobs, according to...

Key Takeaways: Choosing the right moving services depends on how much time, effort, and risk you want to manage yourself. Professional moving services help reduce stress, prevent injury, and protect valuable belongings. A full service move offers the most convenience by handling packing, transport, and unpacking from start to finish. Specialty items require expert handling, documentation, and customized protection. Armstrong builds customized moving plans based on your needs, inventory, and timeline. When you are planning a move or relocation, whether it’s down the street or across the country, there are a number of factors to consider to ensure a smooth process without any hiccups or surprises. There’s a lot that goes into transferring your belongings from one place to another, and you may not be aware of various services that moving companies, such as The Armstrong Company, can provide to help you eliminate the stress that often comes with moving....

It’s no secret that Huntsville, Alabama is one of the country’s top-ranking places for families to live, study and work. As the area continues to experience explosive residential growth, companies nationwide are taking note and following suit with new development. Historically known as “Rocket City,” Huntsville quickly developed a reputation in recent years as a leading city for the technology and aerospace sectors. Now, the city’s ambitious Redstone Gateway business park is turning the region into an economic powerhouse. The Redstone Gateway is a sprawling 468-acre multiuse business complex that is home to office buildings, stores, a data center, condominiums, restaurants and more. Led by Corporate Office Properties Trust (COPT) and Jim Wilson & Associates, the park boasts more than four million square feet in development capacity. Here are four reasons why employers are gobbling up space in the park: Easy Access to the Redstone Arsenal Located just outside of...

With a low cost of living, close communities and sunny skies in every season, Houston is one of the country’s top relocation destinations. Not to mention its impressive presence in the aerospace, technology and medical industries, which consistently draws graduates from some of the country’s most esteemed universities. If you’re considering a move to Houston, here are three neighborhoods in the Downtown vicinity you should consider for the area’s best amenities and sophisticated living. River Oaks Commonly considered Houston’s most “regal” neighborhood, River Oaks is the definition of luxury. River Oaks was the first master-planned community in the Houston area and sits at an ideal location within the 610 Loop. If you want to “see and be seen,” River Oaks is the place to be. It offers many first-class dining experiences and nightlife throughout a vast collection of hot and new restaurants and several prominent social clubs, including the Briar...

If you have been thinking about moving your business to the Atlanta area, the time is now. Inc. Magazine reported that Georgia boasts almost 40 of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in the country, with many headquartered in the heart of Atlanta. From 2018 to 2020, this diverse mix of Atlanta employers created more than 19,000 new jobs and experienced a 181-percent median growth rate. The University of Georgia forecasts that the Peach State’s economy will expand 4.3 percent in 2022, compared with a national average of 4.0 percent. Over the next year, experts also predict that the state will add nearly 144,000 jobs, which would surpass the number of Georgians employed before the COVID-19 pandemic. So, what’s causing this enormous growth? Sizzling Startups Atlanta is leading innovation across a broad range of industries throughout the technology sector. The city is quickly developing a reputation as one of the fastest-growing epicenters for...

Morrisville seems to be one of North Carolina’s quiet and unassuming suburbs, but don’t be fooled. This small town is anything but sleepy, and it’s quickly becoming known as one of the state’s hidden gems. Stacker recently named Morrisville No. 1 on its list of the best places to live in North Carolina, adding to the town’s never-ending list of accolades. Niche recognized Morrisville as its 2021 best place to live and raise a family in North Carolina, calling attention to the area’s top-ranking amenities, schools, job opportunities and more. If you’re thinking about moving, here are five reasons why Morrisville should be at the top of your list. 1. Hub for Healthy Living One of Morrisville’s most ambitious projects is its Healthy Food Hub, a collaboration to make healthy living and eating more accessible to all of its residents. With a central location at the heart of Morrisville, the...

If you’re looking for a small-town oasis within shouting distance of both Dallas and Fort Worth, Southlake, Texas is the perfect place to live. With a close-knit community and the amenities of a larger city, Southlake has everything a family could want. Southlake sits in Tarrant County, roughly 25 miles from both Dallas and Fort Worth. As the metro keeps growing, Southlake’s convenient location next to both downtowns and the prominent DFW International Airport makes it an ideal spot for commuting professionals. Here’s everything you need to know about the up-and-coming city: Shopping, Dining and Food Shopping, dining, art and culture thrive around Southlake, with much of it tucked into Southlake Town Square. Grab a gift from dozens of top retailers or stroll down the sidewalks lined with live oak trees swaying in the calm Texas breeze. You can also have a cold drink and a bite to eat at...