North Carolina's population is booming - and that bodes well for real estate.
North Carolina has moved past New Jersey as the 10th most populous state. Its population grew 2 percent in 2006 to 8.8 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. In 20 years, it is expected to be the country's seventh most populous state.
More people equals greater housing demand; Existing home sales in the state were up 4 percent in November, while national sales were down 4.4 percent over the year earlier.
Why is the state attracting so many new residents?
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Great info. For those of us that live here, the reasons are obvious why people move here!