Category: NC Economic Development
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Citigroup’s $16M Investment in Charlotte Brings High-Paying Jobs—and Opportunity for Real Estate Investors
Citigroup has announced a major expansion in North Carolina, selecting Charlotte as the site for a new office facility that will create 510 high-paying jobs. Backed by a $16.1 million investment, the project will support roles in personal banking, finance, and marketing, with an average salary of $131,832—nearly double the metro average. The announcement, made…
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TMG & Haartz’s $51M Investment in Rutherford County Signals Economic Surge—and Real Estate Opportunity
Rutherford County just scored big. TMG & Haartz Solutions, a newly formed joint venture between Portugal-based TMG Automotive and Massachusetts-based Haartz Corporation, has announced a $51 million investment in the town of Bostic, North Carolina. The company plans to construct a state-of-the-art facility that will create 125 new jobs over the next five years, offering…
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Jabil’s $500 Million AI Hub in Rowan County Opens the Door for Regional Growth
📣 The Announcement 🌍 Places That Will Benefit 🏘️ Impact on Housing & Retail Growth ✅ Bottom Line Jabil’s Salisbury investment transforms an idle industrial property into a high-tech manufacturing hub, creating nearly 1,200 well-paying jobs and generating multi-billion‑dollar economic momentum across Rowan County and North Carolina. The ripple effects—spanning housing, retail, logistics, and infrastructure—present…
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BuildOps’ Expansion to Downtown Raleigh Signals Prime Opportunity for Real Estate Investors
A fast-growing software company from Los Angeles has chosen downtown Raleigh as its East Coast home—and real estate investors should take note. BuildOps, a cloud-based platform that helps commercial contractors streamline their operations, announced plans to create 291 high-paying jobs and invest more than $3.3 million in a new regional hub in Raleigh. With average…
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JetZero Chooses NC for Aerospace Manufacturing: A Boost for Jobs, Housing, and Retail
JetZero, a California-based aerospace company, has selected Greensboro, North Carolina as the site of its first U.S. manufacturing facility. This transformational project will bring: The manufacturing campus will be built at Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI), positioning the Triad region as a national player in next-generation aerospace production. Aerospace: A New Chapter in North Carolina’s…
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BSH’s $11M Investment in New Bern Signals Opportunity for Real Estate Investors
BSH Home Appliances Corporation, part of the Bosch Group, has announced an $11 million expansion of its New Bern, North Carolina facility—an investment that will add nearly 200 high-paying jobs to the region.For real estate investors, this is another strong signal that New Bern and surrounding areas are poised for steady economic growth—and with it,…
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Amazon’s $10B Tech Hub in Richmond County: What It Means for Real Estate Investors
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has selected Richmond County, North Carolina, as the site of a $10 billion data center campus—one of the largest technology investments in state history. This move signals the beginning of a major economic shift in the Sandhills region, and with it, a window of opportunity for real estate investors. 📍 Project…
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Prolec GE’s $140 Million Expansion Powers Growth in Goldsboro
Prolec GE Waukesha’s latest expansion in Goldsboro, North Carolina, marks a major milestone in the region’s industrial evolution. With a $140 million investment and 330 new jobs on the way, this move is powering more than transformers—it’s energizing the local economy, real estate market, and long-term investor confidence. Major Investment, Major Impact The project will…
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Genentech’s $700 Million Investment in Holly Springs: Real Estate Investors Take Note
Genentech’s announcement of a new $700 million biomanufacturing facility in Holly Springs, North Carolina, is more than just another corporate expansion—it’s a milestone in the region’s emergence as a national hub for life sciences and a signal flare for real estate investors looking to ride the next wave of suburban growth. The new 700,000-square-foot facility,…
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North Carolina’s 2025 Rural Infrastructure Grants: Fueling Growth Across the State
North Carolina continues to shine as a beacon of economic growth and opportunity. In February 2025, the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved 13 grants totaling approximately $9.6 million to bolster rural communities. These strategic investments are set to create 371 new jobs and attract over $165 million in public and private investments. Economic…