Greenville County Wins Top City Award for 2009

Recently Greenville received the rating as Top North American City of less than 100,000 people, or micro city as the fDi Magazine, an international magazine, calls it. The rating was based on business and economic indicators. We also came in the top 5 in several sub catagories including Best Economic Potential - where we were Number 1, Best Human Resources, Best Infrastructure, and Best Business Friendliness.

The full article can be found at http://www.greenvillechamber.org/pdf/CitiesOfFuture2009.pdf and is worth a look at.

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Omnibus Appropriations Act of 2009
The recent credit crisis and severe economic recession shows you what can happen when financial institutions lack guidance in the real estate process. March 11th, 2009, President Obama signed into law the FY2009 Omnibus Appropriations Act that permanently prohibits banks from entering the real estate brokerage and management businesses. The bill includes the provision NAR has been seeking on behalf of members and consumers to maintain the national policy against mixing banking and commerce and reinforce that real estate is commerce and not financial in nature.


Haynie-Sirrine Re-Development
The Haynie-Sirrine area of downtown Greenville SC has a long history, but has fallen into disarray in recent years. Things are on the cusp of a big change though, many aging residential structures have been demolished in an effort to revitalize the working class community. The most evident change is the craftsman style homes behind Scott Towers, where 11 rental houses have been constructed by the non-profit Homes of Hope, using federal and state funding.


Andrew Wyeth Collection at Local Museum
A good rainy day activity is the Greenville County Museums collection of the late Andrew Wyeth's works, which has recently reopened after the artists death in January. The collection of Americas Painter is one of the three largest of his works with pieces that span his entire life and include his best known subjects such as the Maine and Pennsylvania landscapes, his wife Christina, and Helga.


Spinners Local Ride Starts Up
For bicycling enthusiasts, the weekly rides with the Greenville Spinners Bicycle Club have started at the Donaldson Center. There are several levels of abilities that will fit any cyclist. For the experts, the A and B groups circle the 7.2 mile perimeter road with a police escort, but if you join this group, be ready to really fly. For slower riders, the C group heads into the countryside for about a 25 mile loop. That group has four subgroups from fast to no riders left behind. Rides start at 6:00 p.m. until Daylight Savings Time end this fall. For more info go to http://www.greenvillespinners.org





FEATURED LAND For SALE

112 Emma Bryant Way
Lot 10
$172,500
MLS # 1177487
This fantastic lot on Lake Robinson with 120 feet of water frontage overlooks pasture land with horses.This is a bank owned Foreclosure DEAL.

Downtown Greenville SC is a One-tank Trip from Atlanta

Downtown Greenville SC was transformed from a derelict deserted area to a destination with Nationally recognized revitalization efforts in just 25 years. The efforts are not going unnoticed by our neighbors in Atlanta, GA looking for a weekend getaway. Recently there was an article in the Atlanta Journal on Greenville entitled "Visitors rave about new vibe of downtown." (one-tank trip Greenville, S.C. - tips to help you plan a day trip or overnight getaway). The article was very complimentary on Greenville's makeover, her unique shopping with locally owned shops and merchandise, the pedestrian friendliness and most of all the world class dining experiences available.

Several key features of downtown that were considered big pluses were Falls Park's renovation where the Liberty Bridge was called "a stunning curved pedestrian bridge" and the amphitheaters provided "pretty downtown Greenville event spaces". The downtown baseball stadium was of course mentioned with details about the green monster and the Greenville Drive's name choice. Shopping was an assest mostly because many of the stores are locally owned non-franchise stores and have locally designed clothing, goods and accessories. The Saturday Market was also mentioned as a draw where people can sample local foods and buy tasty souvenirs to take home.

The big draw of downtown Greenville, SC though by far (other then parking your car and never having to use it until you go home) was the dining experiences. The article called Greenville's dining scene a diversity of restaurants and chefs to rival anything found in Atlanta. The paper noted Soby's, Devereaux's, Restaurant O, The Lazy Goat, High Cotton, Larkin's on the River, Pomegranate on Main and the American Grocery in the West End.

We hope that more Atlantians decide to come visit and decide to stay. If you would like to look for downtown Greenville SC home within walking distance please contact us.

Greenville SC Home Inspections, New Park & Children's Museum and More

County Home Inspectors Being Laid Off

If you are building a new home in Greenville County, keep a close eye on the Greenville county home inspectors work as you go through the process. Due to the economic slowdown, thirteen inspectors are being laid off, leaving only four chief inspectors and one additional inspector to cover all the permits. That might not be enough to cover all the projects properly... Mike Parker and his experienced team at Amerispec has proven to be a great resource for our past clients...(for more click here Online Newsletter)

New Cedar Falls Park for Greenville County
A new park along the Reedy River in southern Greenville County is slated to be complete in the fall of 2010, and will consist of an 87-acre parcel at the historic Cedar Falls area and another 17 acres at New Harrison Bridge Road. The Cedar Falls Regional Park project will provide two miles of nature trails for runners, walkers, and cyclists, plus a 50-person picnic shelter, playground, restrooms, and an open lawn area for activities such as kite flying or flag football. The park will be a boon for paddlers ...(for more click here Online Newsletter)

Fountain Inn Annexes Land in Controversial Move
A controversial annexation technique known as shoestring annexation has been approved by the Fountain Inn council that will bring 460 acres of land around the Carolina Springs Golf Course into the city. The move will connect an area around the Carolina Springs course where the Southern Venture Group Inc. has announced Eagle Springs, an upscale golf community with more than 500 homes...(for more click here Online Newsletter)

Children's Museum of Greenville Sets Opening Date
After a long wait, the Children's Museum of Greenville is on track to open in July of 2009 and provide a tremendous surprise for our community. The multi-floored classroom-type setting will offer a variety of learning experiences, including a miniature supermarket, a climb-through human body and slide, Grandma Bettys Farm, a water engineers center, and an introduction to music and television at WTCM. Carol Scott, the president and CEO, came to the project after running the Kidspace Childrens Museum in Pasadena, California, so we are expecting great things. The museum will be located on Heritage Green where the old Greenville County Library was located.

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114 Banbury Circle
MLS #: 1172858

List Price: $279,000
Within walking distance to downtown Simpsonville, SC. All Brick, 3 bedroom 2 bath home with lots of upgrades - Hardwoods, fireplace, crown molding and more.


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Spring Activities are Reving Up In Greenville Sc

Greenville SC is gearing up for Spring with sign-ups for sports, advertising of walking tours, Saturday Market applications and recruitment of Youths to work with City Officials.

Softball teams are forming for Clevelend and Gower Park softball fields. Registration begins March 2 at a cost of $250/team (before March 16th). Call Jim Thornton at 864-467-8010 for more information.

The Saturday Market is reving up again by taking applications for local farmers and artisans. The Market runs May 2- October 31st in downtown Greenville SC. Contact Market Manager Morgan Cox at mcox@greevillesc.gov .

Young Adults between 13-19 can participate in AYCE, Authentic Youth Civic Engagements, for a chance to work with community leaders. Contact Chris Thomas Engagement Coordinator at cthomas@unitedwaygc.org for this exciting opportunity.

For fun go on a walk or scenic drive through Greenville and check out all the great artwork. Click for the brochure on "Art in the Public Places"

For more information on living close to downtown Greenville and buying Greenville real estate contact us.

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Allegiant Air - Low AirFares

Greenville has seen a lot of relocation traffic from Florida in the past 5 years and Allegiant Air has recognized the market niche by adding service from GSP (Greenville Spartanburg) International to Charlotte County Airport, located between Sarasota and Ft. Meyers. Allegiant opened low cost fares to Orlando, Tampa Bay, and Ft. Lauderdale in 2006 and continues that trend in an economic era that has many airlines cutting routes or going out of business ...read more at (Greenville SC Business)

Indoor Football Returns!

Indoor football is getting another shot at the Upstate market with the announcement that the Carolina Force will open their season in March in the Bi-Lo center. Greenville will be one of 16 teams in the American Indoor Football League (AIFL) and will play all their home games on Saturday at the Bi-Lo. The Force has a three-year contract with Bi_Lo with an option for two more seasons. The last foray into this market was by the Carolina Rhinos who were here three years but played their last game in 2002....read more at (American Indoor Football League)

Swamp Rabbit Trail Recieves $10k Grant

Greenville’s up and coming bicycle and pedestrian route, known as the Swamp Rabbit Trail, got a $10,000 grant from the Bikes Belong Coalition. Bikes Belong is part of the bicycling industry focused on putting more people on bikes often, and support projects such as Safe Routes to School. Safe Routes to School is an international project which puts together routes that children can take on their way to school. ...read more at (Swamp Rabbit Trail)

Chattooga River opening up to boats

One of our local rivers, the Wild and Scenic Chattooga, is considering opening up an upper section to non-commercialized and non-motorized boats. The river was made famous by the movie Deliverance where many scenes were shot on the lower sections of whitewater rapids. he upper portion between highway 28 and County Line Road in North Carolina is calmer and forms the border between Georgia and the western edge of the Upstate of South Carolina. Current use of the river includes hikers and fisherman, who value the peacefulness of the area and generally oppose additional traffic...read more at (Chattooga River)

January 2009 Weather

It looks like our Upstate is getting a good cold soaking for a few days, though Thursday night. Indeed, it will be a bit cold with the lows in the 30s and highs in the 50s. If we’re fortunate, we might get 2-4 inches of rain that will help fill up the local reservoirs.

Please visit our websites at Greenville SC Real Estate and our second site at Homes for Sale Greenville South Carolina

If you are planning a visit to the Upstate, please give us a call at least two weeks prior to your arrival so we can be fully prepared to assist you.

Make it an awesome week,

Lee Cunningham GRI, ABR, CRS, SRES, E-Pro

The Cunningham Team

RE/MAX Realty Professionals

Greenville County and SC Continue to Provide for Growth

Greenville County's rural areas have traditionally been unzoned and lacking restrictions for their use. But with the push for housing developments over the past few years, local landowners have begun to rethink the situation. Residents of southern Greenville County have petitioned County Council to rezone a section that is roughly bordered by the Greenville/Laurens County line, Greenpond, Fairview Church, and Jenkins Bridge Roads. They have asked to restrict the subdividing of lots to no less than one acre, and is now subject to Council's vote. Citizens in the northern portion of Greenville County have also begun to consider the need for re-zoning as well. The walmart on Pelham which recently opened went throught a lot of headaces to get zoning from Greenville County, read about it in our past post.

The South Carolina DOT has big plans to widen the Interstates in the Greenville area, but does not quite have a handle on how to finance the project. Under scrutiny is the portion of I-85 from Whitehorse Road in Greenville to Highway 129 in Spartanburg, as well as making I-385 six lanes from West Georgia Road to the I-85 interchange. The state plans to conduct a two year, $13 million study to design these projects and figure out how to finance them. With capital being much harder to come by, officials expect that creative financing will certainly be needed and high occupancy or toll roads may be considered as well. These improvements cause and are fueled by Greenville SC real estate appreciation which has continued despite the economic downturn.

Greenville SC Real Estate Icon Passes Away

Iconic residential builder Dorothy Hammett passed away last week after a long career in Greenville SC real estate at the age of 87. She was the first woman residential builder in the South Carolina, launching Dot Hammett Builder in the late 1970s. Her prolific production included subdivisions on the east side of Greenville such as Merrifield Park, Pilgrim’s Point, and Pelham Estates where she cranked out 3500 square foot brick homes. She got her start in the business working as a bookkeeper for Taylors Lumber Company, then worked loans and closings of real estate transactions at Haynesworth Law Firm. She began building ranch homes in the 60s under builder Alvin McCall and later for Tom Threatt before starting her own business. Greenville SC Real estate was shaped by Ms. Hammett and will never be the same.

Greenville SC High School Receives Top Marks

Greenville County’s Riverside High School again has proven it has a strong academic program. U.S. News and World Report Magazine gave the school a silver medal for its mark in proficiency grades and preparation for college work. That puts Riverside into the top 604 out of 21,069 schools considered. Riverside was one of 18 schools in South Carolina to earn either a silver or bronze medal. Riverside has a history of high academic standards and is considered one of the best schools in the state of South Carolina. The Upstate, which includes Greenville, Spartanburg and Anderson Counties, holds many of the top schools in South Carolina. Along side Riverside High School, Eastside High in the Greenville SC real estate area is considered one of the top 10 in the state as well. Both schools have high academic standards and consistently receive top awards.

Cantinflas restaurant Moving in Downtown Greenville

Cantinflas, a popular restaurant on Main Street that has been an icon in downtown Greenville SC for 13 years, is moving to a new location on Main closer to Falls Park and the Reedy River. The new location is at the current site of Senior Wraps, also run by Cantinflas owner Ruben Montalvo. The new site at 10 N. Main was attractive to Montalvo because it offers an option to purchase downtown Greenville real estate as well as being in a newer building. You can expect to see the transformation in early 2009.

Searching for downtown Greenville SC real estate can be quite challenging, but we have put tools in place on our new site to help you search. Details on the tools were written about in our previous article on downtown Greenville quick searches.

New Homes for Sale Listings on our Website

A beautiful thing has come to our website...

NEW GREENVILLE Homes for Sale QUICK SEARCHES. The quick searches allow you to search the entire Greenville County Multiple Listing with pre-set searches.

You can search all Homes For Sale in Greenville SC listings or by home type (South Carolina waterfront property, Greenville seniors communities, or downtown Greenville condominiums) or price.

We also have the option to search by land, homes or condos set up in the quick searches. If the quick search just whets your appetite for more information, you can use our BASIC SEARCH - Do not be mislead by the name - it has tons of great options - or you can go for the ADVANCED SEARCH which allows you to save searches and set up e-mailed listing notifications.

Quick searches are also available in each of the featured sections of http://www.greenvilleschomesales.com. For even more information on Greenville Communities try our http://www.greenvillescrealestate.net site. We have tons of events, news, festivals and more listed with separate infomational pages for each city in Greenville County, including Travelers Rest, Simpsonville, Greer and Taylors.

If you need help with a home, either for contacting reliable service providers or if you have questions on how to handle different home ownership issues, please surf up our sites or contact us directly. We'd love to help.

Call us at 864-679-0707. It's always nice to have a local person that you know has proven reliable in the past.

Greenville Open Studios Feature Local Artists

Greenville Open Studios is on for this weekend and will give art lovers a chance to visit the studios where the artists are working and view their works. This year there are 106 artists in a 15 mile radius of downtown Greenville that will be open 10:00-6:00 on Saturday and 12:00-6:00 on Sunday. The event is put on by the Metropolitan Arts Council and is the second annual event. Last year, the 104 participating artists logged 34,300 visits and rang up $262,000 in sales. It was pretty popular and now is back for a second run. A cluster of artists are located in the West End area on Pendleton St, which is an upcoming area for Greenville South Carolina real estate. Home for sale Greenville South Carolina in this area can still be had for under $100,000.

Wal-Mart on Pelham opens

The new, highly contested Wal-Mart on Pelham Road opened yesterday and the parking lot looked pretty packed around noon. This store is smaller than a standard Wal-Mart and was designed to be more upscale to match the demographics of the area. The Thornblade Golf Club community is right behind the new store and represents an affluent swatch of Greenville South Carolina real estate. Ironically, they were the group of homeowners responsible for the movement to block Wal-Mart from establishing themselves on the property. That attempt clearly failed after much legal wrangling. Yes, the traffic will increase and will probably be an issue in the future, but development moves on. Rumor has it that Thornblade will retaliate a bit and close the entrance into their subdivision at Meilland Dr. We'll see how that will affect the egress of residents who live in one of the nicest golf communities Greenville.

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Woodruff and I-85 Area Facelift
For shoppers and commuters on Woodruff Road near I-85, you can expect to see a facelift coming in the next six months. Wholesale dealer BJ's is closing and local developers plan to reconfigure the existing building, adding 116,500 square feet of retail space. Academy Sports + Outdoors will be the anchor tenant and occupy about 86,000 sf...click here for more(woodruff road)

Max Heller Statue
Max Heller was the visionary mayor of Greenville in the 70's and is responsible for the movement to revitalize downtown Greenville into what you see today. In the next few months, the city will honor Max with a statue at the plaza across from the Hyatt Fountains...click here for more(downtown Greenville)

Greenville Tech is HUGE
Greenville Technical College is now the second largest undergraduate campus by student population in South Carolina, according to 2007 figures. That's ahead of Clemson University, but behind USC Columbia and Greenville Tech only has Freshman and Sophomore level classes!...(Greenville Tech)

NINE TIMES Wilderness Open to Public
The recently acquired Nine Times wilderness land tract in northern Pickens County will be available to the public sometime in 2009 and will reveal a rare botanical and natural diversity. The pristine area is located off scenic Highway 11 near Lake Keowee's waterfront properties and has the mountains of the Blue Ridge looming nearby...(Upstate South Carolina)

Wonderful FALL WEATHER for Halloween

The weather looks pretty clear this week, but colder with lows in the 30's a we see our first real cold snap. Highs will be in the 50s with some warming for the Halloween weekend.

Don't forget to change your clocks for Daylights Savings Time on November 2 and "fall back" this weekend.

Please visit our websites at Greenville SC Real Estate and our new site at Homes for Sale Greenville South Carolina

If you are planning a visit to the Upstate, please give us a call at least 2 weeks prior to your arrival so we can be fully prepared to assist you.

Make it an awesome week,

Lee Cunningham GRI, ABR, CRS, SRES, E-Pro, realtor
of the Cunningham Team

RE/MAX Realty Prof.

Mayro Knox White Visits China

Knox White, our mayor of Greenville, SC, is headed to China and will represent Greenville at the annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum. Mayor White has been to China last year promoting the Upstate and there are several companies taking a hard look at our area. These developments would bring jobs to the area and we applaud Knox for his effort. For a knowledgeable Realtor who can give you the scoop about homes for sale Greenville South Carolina, please contact The Cunningham Team.

Greenville Local at the RE/MAX Long Drive Championship

The RE/MAX World Long Drive Championship is on this weekend in Mesquite, Nevada and local big hitter Daniel Eskew is among the contestants. There are 128 competitors in the finals which will run through the weekend and test the consistency of how far these guys can whack a golf ball. The winner pockets $250,000. For a RE/MAX agent that go the distance when dealing with Greenville South Carolina real estate, please contact The Cunningham Team.

Donaldson Center - Greenville SC Real Estate Development

The airfield that has been known as the Donaldson Center is re-branding itself with a new name to reflect its unique position in South Carolina aviation. It will be known as the South Carolina Technology and Aviation Center, or SCTEC. The community no longer hosts only aviation business like Stevens Aviation and Lockheed, but also hosts three pharmaceutical companies and several chemical and technology businesses. The 2600-acre park is at about 75% capacity with 80 businesses on the site and indicates a trend that SCTEC is becoming an aviation and economic hub for the southeast. Greenville Technical College also offers FAA approved aircraft maintenance training programs that help support the aviation employers of SCTEC. For information on homes for sale Greenville South Carolina or if you might be more interested in Downtown Greenville Condos please contact us.

New Listing #1165964 for Greenville Real Estate

See our Website for more details

5 Northbrook WayGreenville, SC 29615
MLS# 1165964 - Class: Residential
$529,900

SPECTACULAR is the only way to describe this beautiful home and its gardens.

3 bedrooms with 3 full baths on main and 1 bedroom and full bath upstairs which would make a perfect teen suite. Open floorplan with gleaming hardwood floors on most of main level. Large master suite with a fabulous walk in closet.

Sellers have converted one bedroom on main to library with custom built shelving and moldings. Room could easily be returned to bedroom. The closet is presently closed off.

The gardens were designed by Dabney Peebles and are enjoyed from most rooms in the house. Outdoor living space includes large ironwood deck w/ Pergola, columned side porch and patio area with fountain and custom fence. Landscape lighting throughout. Sellers have spent well over $100,000 on the landscaping.

2 additional walk in attics could be finished for additional square footage if needed. Plantation shutters, blinds and custom drapes throughout home. Bright sunny kitchen with sunroom, which could also be used if large breakfast room is needed.

Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4

FullHeated Sq Ft: 3400-3599

Total Sq Ft: 3400-3599

Acres: 0.7 Lot Size: 147x199x148x212

Year Built: 1995 - Estimated Age: 11-20

Schools: Oakview, Beck High School, JL Mann

Dining Room: 14x14

Kitchen: 20x0

Great Room: 23x23

Master Bedroom: 16x22

Bedroom 2: 13x14

Bedroom 3: 11x15

Bedroom 4: 13x15

Garage: 2

Courtesy of Marcum Margaret - Spaulding Company

This listing is new as of August 27, 2008.

It may be removed or become inactive at any time.

Please check for Greenville SC Homes for Sale on our website for up-to-date information and details.

Contact:
Lee Cunningham
Remax Realty Professionals
600 Independence Blvd.
Greenville, SC 29615
(864)679-0707
800)849-7629 Toll Free
www.GreenvilleSCRealEstate.net
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Simpsonville Man Invents Emergency Mailbox

Don't be surprised to see a handy new mailbox that comes with an emergency siren, and flashing strobe lights showing up in retirement communities around town and nationwide soon. Inventer Chet Brannon is hopeful his Home Emergency Lamp Post will catch on in a big way.

Powered with a control box inside, a remote button can be pushed when the resident needs help. The siren and lights will alert neighbors and help the EMS find the correct house.

Two Greer real estate developers have ordered the unique mailboxes, which will be featured in the Autumn Grove and Watkins Farm subdivisions.

For $500, you can equip your Greenville SC home with a safety mailbox.

The website to purchase the mailbox, http://www.homeemergencylamppost.com/, states that it's ideal for parents, grandparents, children, baby, pregnant women, singles, and family.
See the inventor's video below.

New Greenville Walmart Store Providing 250 Jobs

Wal-Mart has set up a temporary hiring center on Congaree Rd to take applications for the new store.

Steven Waddell is the store manager, and said that most of the positions will be full time, including some management positions.

Employees should begin working in September getting it set up and ready to open later in the fall.
New jobs will bring new homeowners and a boost in the Greenville SC real estate market!

New Listing 1132858 for Greenville Real Estate

See on our WEBSITE with more photos.
Address - 503 Spaulding Lake Drive

Remarks: This is a gorgeous custom home with unique living space on the main and lower level, with extensive outdoor entertaining areas. Hardwood flooring runs throughout the main level common areas, with the bedrooms carpeted. The kichen also offers oak & pine cabinetry with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry and ceramic backsplash. The amazing great room features a gas fireplace, accent lighting and triple skylight. A morning room nearby allows access to the deck via french doors. Plus, a main level screened porch views the backyard and allows access to the upper deck. The master suite is actually on the lower level with a wet bar, media room w/ surround sound, and access to the private courtyard. The master bath offers sit-down shower, jacuzzi tub, double vanity, and ceramic tile flooring. Also on the lower level is an exercise room (or hobby room) w/ cabinetry, laundry room, and lower deck. Many custom features include: solarium w/ hot tub and TV screens, triple crown moldings, marble foyer, courtyards w/ fountain features & "twilight" lighting, and large 2.5 car garage.

MLS# -1132858: - residential
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2 Full 1 Half
Heated Sq Ft: 3000-3199
Total Sq Ft: 3000-3199
Lot Size: 162 x 223 x 130 x 235 x 28 x 25
Area: 031
Estimated Age: Unkn
Elementary School: Oakview
Middle School: Beck
High School: JL Mann
Kitchen: 14x18
Great Room: 20x21
Master Bedroom: 17x20
Bedroom 2: 12x14
Bedroom 3: 12x14
Garage: 2
Courtesy of - Carol Pyfrom Realty

Visit our Greenville SC Homes website for more listings and area information!

Congratulations are in order for a Greenville woman who has been a McDonald's employee for 25 years, working at the White Horse Rd restaurant.

Jan Borgman loves working at breakfast, she loves her customers and they love her...and she's going to China for the Olympics to meet her Chinese coworkers.

She'll be serving McDonald's food to the athletes in Beijing on August 4th, and says she can't wait. Hopefully what she serves will be salads and grilled chicken. It's hard to believe those wonderful athletic folks will be chowing down on double cheeseburgers and Big Macs.

She'll be proudly wearing her uniform and making friends there too, no doubt.

Says Ms Borgman, "I'm really looking forward to meeting people and anyone else who will be my friend. There are a lot of rewards for being good to people."

One more reason why living and owning a home in Greenville, SC is such a pleasure.

Greenville's Bid for Fed Ex Could Boost Economy

The Greenville-Spartanburg area may win in the contest between it and Guilford County, NC or Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Gaining the new hub from FedEx could mean 470 new jobs, and an investment in our area of $110 million.

Each of the areas will bid for the giant employer, offering incentives such as a reduction in taxes to be paid by the company and other considerations. FedEx then decides which town to choose.

In the past, this kind of bartering backfired on several towns, once with an incredible offer to bring Google to Hickory, NC. There were no requirements as to the type of business the incoming branch would be, and after giving them every kind of tax incentive and cash awards you could think of, Google ended up building a huge warehouse full of nothing but data storing computers and a handful of employees to maintain them.

Guilford County has offered FedEx incentives worth almost a million dollars, but will make it contingent on a minimum amount of jobs and money invested in order to receive the payment. Greenville will have to make its package more attractive.

Let's hope we can win the bid and bring in hundreds more great paying jobs to boost the economy, and perhaps sell a few extra hundred Greenville SC homes.

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