Raleigh continues to receive high marks in surveys for companies that seek to expand or relocate.

In the latest Expansion Management survey released recently, Raleigh-Cary metro area ranks well in all major categories, with especially high marks for its reputation among site consultants and very strong marks for its public schools, educated work force, and quality of life.

Raleigh’s quality of life continues to improve with the revitalization of the downtown area and a variety of housing options. (Of course, my bias is for condominiums, lofts and other urban housing types, but variety is the key to a strong metro area.)

With the continued influx of jobs, many of them for educated, younger workers, the market for condominiums, lofts, and apartments in an urban setting should continue to be strong, providing a strong base for the continued growth of Raleigh and especially the downtown Raleigh area.