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The Town Of Clayton’s Economy Strengthens

Friday, January 6th, 2012

The economy of the town in which you live plays a large role in many aspects of your life. Living in Glen Laurel, you can rest assured that the city of Clayton, North Carolina, is growing stronger. After three years of seeing an economic downturn, recent development projects in the city of Clayton show that its economy is now improving.

Many new developments have helped play a role in strengthening the local economy. The promises of the N.C. 42 West corridor, the growth and resumed development of local subdivisions, large retailers moving into the area and the effort to promote residents to shop locally have all played a part.

Town Manager Steve Biggs said, “We are well-positioned to take advantage of two things. As the Triangle improves, people move here, and local employers and industries continue to prosper.”

The subdivision of Summerlyn, which is located on Glen Laurel Road in east Clayton, was stalled in building as a result of the down economy, but this past fall has once again started building. Chandler’s Ridge, another subdivision that suffered from bankruptcy, will also resume building soon.

On the industrial side, the city of Clayton saw the addition of the Coca-Cola Bottling Co. after consolidating from its downtown Raleigh location. Biggs is hoping that with the pending Coca-Cola site other large corporations will choose to call Clayton home.

The Chamber of Commerce and the town have been encouraging everyone to shop locally through their campaign called, “Think Clayton. Think Shopping.” Shopping locally keeps residents’ money in town and helps keep our local economy strong.

If you are interested in buying or selling a home in Glen Laurel, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works, and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answers and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Off-leash Dog Park Now a Realty in Clayton

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

Glen Laurel homeowners and residents of Clayton can now enjoy the benefits of a dog park. The new off-leash dog park opened this past Monday. The long awaited off-leash park opening was expected to open in November, but had to be pushed back as a result of N.C. Department of Transportation finding issues with the new driveway off of Glen Laurel Road. Town Manager Steve Biggs said the DOT required that the driveway be compacted more and extra paving be added along the apron. The city had planned to have the new road paved last Wednesday but, due to inclement weather, it had to be pushed back to Friday.

The parks and recreation department was busy this weekend adding final touches to the park.
The town plans to hold a grand opening for the dog park this spring when the weather is a little nicer.

The community of Glen Laurel has something to offer everyone and now it can boast easy access to the counties only off-leash dog park.

If you are interested in buying or selling a home in Glen Laurel, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Glen Laurel Residents Of Clayton NC Give Back This Thanksgiving

Monday, November 21st, 2011

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and many residents of Glen Laurel in Clayton NC will be coming together to provide a wonderful and free Thanksgiving meal to 500 needy residents of Clayton. Twenty-two churches, four civic clubs, three restaurants, and two veterans groups have come together this Thanksgiving to provide a much needed meal to those in need in Johnston County. The meal is scheduled for Wednesday, November 24th.

Serve the Need in Johnston County is responsible for bringing all the groups together this year to serve the community. President of Serve the Need, Dr. Norwood Williams, said it’s the first time the town has had a Thanksgiving program on such a large scale. In previous years, there were some groups, throughout the county, which gave out frozen turkeys, and some churches have had small dinners but there has never been anything as large as what is planned for this year. “This is the first concentrated, coordinated effort throughout the whole community,” Williams said.

The plan is to cook 50 16-pound turkeys donated by Talecris. The group has enlisted the help of many area restaurants and churches to help refrigerate the turkeys. If you are looking to volunteer for the event call Kristin Williams at 550-0614 or email her at info@servetheneedinjc.com.

Glen Laurel residents go above and beyond to help their community. If a new home in this community is right for you, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Raleigh Among The Best Places For Military Retirees To Call Home

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

Once again Raleigh ranks among the top ten places for military retirees to work and call home. The USAA and Military.com sought the help of Sperling’s Best Places to create the list of places where military retirees can live and launch their second career. It can be difficult for military men and women to transition to life after retiring from serving our country and this list is based on areas to work where jobs best suit their skill set.

The top 10 places were chosen based on:
●     Military skill related jobs
●     Unemployment rate
●     Number of federal government jobs
●     Volume of DoD contracts
●     Number of small business
●     Number of veteran-owned businesses
●     Military installation proximity/amenities
●     Affordability
●     Military pension taxation
●     Presence of colleges/universities
●     Sales tax
●     Climate
●     Crime level

Raleigh ranked 8th in the top 10 list this year. The number one city on the list goes to Oklahoma, OK followed by Norfolk, VA in second, and Richmond, VA third. Raleigh is a great place to call home.

If you are interested in buying or selling a home in the Raleigh area, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Glen Laurel Schools Among The Top 10 Of Affordable Schools In The U.S.

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Living in the community of Glen Laurel provides children the opportunity to attend some of the best schools in the state of North Carolina. Recently, Businessweek magazine ranked the town of Clayton as the top 10 of the country’s most affordable places for families to live while at the same time receiving a top education. The schools in Clayton received a rating of 9.3 out of 10, which is one of the highest rankings in the country. East Clayton Elementary, Riverwood Elementary and Riverwood Middle Schools ranked among the areas best.

Those that live in Glen Laurel, located in the city of Clayton, will tell you that it is a great place to live and raise a family and now those views are also confirmed by Businessweek. Mayor Jody McLeod said, “Our schools are awesome. Our people and our town are awesome, too.”

Clayton is in close proximity to the state capital of Raleigh, which is known for its thriving Research Triangle. The report shows that homebuyers are looking for areas such as Clayton with its close proximity to jobs, plenty of public transportation, abundant shopping, entertainment, and large park areas. The article said that residents of Clayton get it all – a good quality of life, affordability and top schools.

Research done by Businessweek showed that only 26 percent of Clayton’s households have children and the median household income is $84,005. Clayton came in 10th in the country for the top 25 most affordable places with top schools.

Move to Glen Laurel and live in the most sought after area in Clayton. If you are interested in buying or selling a home in Glen Laurel, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Good News Glen Laurel Dog Owners

Wednesday, October 5th, 2011

There is good news for residents of Glen Laurel who are dog owners. The city of Clayton has recently begun working on a new dog park that will open in a few months. The park is located on Glen Laurel Road. Workers have begun clearing land and are in the process of laying out the different play areas. There will be separate areas for small and large dogs and plenty of shade for everyone. Vinyl fences will be installed to keep dogs safe, and water fountains will be available.

The three-acre tract will be across the street from the new East Clayton Community Park. “There are people in our town that will benefit greatly from this,” said Councilman R. S. “Butch” Lawter. “I think this facility is going to be a feather in our cap. I’m excited about it.” The idea of an off leash park for pets in Clayton have been discussed for the last several years and recent strong support from the community made the idea a reality.

Once complete the new off leash Dog Park will provide dog owners in Glen Laurel and around the community a place to meet fellow neighbors and socialize while their pets enjoy the freedom of the great outdoors.

If a new home in Glen Laurel is right for you contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Raleigh Ranks as Number One Best City

Thursday, September 29th, 2011

Businessweek.com recently ranked Raleigh as the number one best city. After months of going through data, Businesweek.com identified the best cities in the U.S. Things such as overall quality of life, restaurants, school scores, the number of colleges, and number of pro team sports were looked at in determining the best cities across the nation. After the data was in, Raleigh was the city that had it all and came in number one.

Raleigh now has the bragging rights as America’s Best City.  The total population in Raleigh is about 400,000 people and spans about 144 square miles. The Raleigh area has 867 restaurants, 110 bars, and 51 museums, according to Onboard Informatics. The city also has wonderful schools and over 12,512 acres of parks. The park acreage is equal to several times the green space per capita in cities like New York and Los Angeles. Nightlife is hopping in the Raleigh area with numerous concerts, operas, college and professional sports. Raleigh truly does have something to offer everyone.

Businesweek.com also looked at the overall strength of Raleigh’s economy. Even during this downturn economy, companies in Raleigh are expanding. Local software company Red Hat announced this past January its plan to add 540 new jobs to the area. Many other local companies are expanding and adding jobs during this period.

The next highest ranked cities after Raleigh include Arlington, Va., Honolulu, Scottsdale, and Irvine, Calif. Larger cities placed lower: New York was 14th, while Los Angeles ranked 53rd and Chicago 75th.

If a new home in the Raleigh area is right for you contact Rodney Geohagan.  The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs.  Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late.  There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure.  Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Pool Safety and Swim Lessons at Glen Laurel

Wednesday, June 29th, 2011

Summer is officially here and many who live in the community of Glen Laurel head to the Glen Laurel Racquet and Swim Club for a way to keep cool. The Swim Club can be a great way for families to keep cool and have fun in the summer, but pool safety is something that must not be forgotten. It is estimated that 300 children under the age of five drown in swimming pools and spas each year. With a few preventative measures you can keep your family safe.

Consider enrolling your kids in swim lessons. Swim lessons are offered at the Glen Laurel Racquet and Swim Club with the next session beginning as early as July 5th. If you are interested in enrolling your child in swim lessons contact Brian Kampper at (919) 550-3225 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

Other safety reminders while at the pool include:

●     Ensure that one adult is assigned at all times to keep an eye on the kids while they are swimming or near the water’s edge.

●     Learn and practice water safety skills such as CPR and knowing how to swim.

If you have your own pool at your home in Glen Laurel:

●     Install a fence that completely surrounds the pool and has self-closing, self-latching gates.

●     Make sure that you have the appropriate safety equipment such as alarms, sensors, and barriers.

For more information on how to be safe around water visit the American Red Cross Home Pool Essentials website at www.homepoolessentials.com.

If you are interested in learning more about living in Glen Laurel, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are a lot of questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

Manufacturing Grows At A Rapid Pace In The United States And In The Triangle Area

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

Manufacturing in the United States grew at the fastest pace seen in the last seven years last month, and the Triangle area also saw an increase in manufacturing.  However, with the sudden rise in the price of raw materials there is some concern that it could threaten profits.

According to the Institute for Supply Management, it reported that the index of manufacturing activity rose to 61.4 percent in February; which was up from 60.8 percent in January. The last time this index saw numbers this high was in May of 2004. The index reached its lowest level in 30 years in December of 2008 with a level of 33.3. Any level above 50 indicates expansion in the manufacturing industry. Many economists agree that the recession ended in June of 2009 and since that time factories have rebounded across America.

The Triangle area also saw an increase in manufacturing over the past year. Manufacturing jobs in the Triangle area grew by 3.5 percent according to the North Carolina Manufacturers Register. The Triangle area makes up only 4 percent of the state of North Carolina’s manufacturing work force.

The Triangle area is booming and now is the time to get in on the action. If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Triangle area, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are a lot of questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.

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