The Charlotte Metro area has been mostly protected from the slowing national economy.  With a steady dose of job growth in an economy that is attracting skilled professionals and young workers from other hard-hit areas, we have continued to maintain an edge over most major metropolitan areas.  This is seen most recently in evidence of our core economic health: The Charlotte area was just listed by a respected housing index as the only major city of 20 surveyed with prices up over last year. And the U.S. Census Bureau reported the
Charlotte metro area’s population was the nation’s seventh fastest-growing.  With this continued growth, it’s a great time to purchase a new home in this area.   Union County is boasting continued growth as well, and is a great alternative to the rising taxes in  Mecklenburg
County.   Subdivisions in Union County, such as  Emerald
Lake, offer a serene location with plenty of neighborhood amenities, such as community swimming pool and golf course.