Published March 26, 2026
Relax, You're in Raleigh
Remove your tie, and unbutton your shirt, "Relax, You’re in Raleigh". 😁
In January of 2011, I put an offer on a house in Holly Springs North Carolina, a suburb outside of Raleigh.
Sight unseen at first, I fell in love with an awesome house, and we decided to make the move. 🏘
We loved the property, the setting, and the neighbors. ❤️
Our new life had begun after my life as a Washingtonian.
We had spent the previous 7 long years in and out of the hospital with our youngest daughter and a change was imminent.
One of the first things I noticed after we moved was that things moved a lot slower in the business world and life here in NC.
One of the bigger things I noticed was the casual attire in the work environment. 👔❌👕✔️
Especially in my real estate world, where I was used to wearing wing tips, a suit, and a tie daily.
Now in my 12th year in the Raleigh Area, and one move since being in North Carolina, I rarely wear a suit or tie.
I have learned a lot in life since moving to North Carolina, especially about relocation. 🚚 🏡 🆕
If I am honest. The Washington DC area will always fill a place in my heart as my hometown, but Raleigh is now my home. 👍🏼
Our kids are both north and south of us now, but I am still here but the exploration process has now amped up a few decibels. 🤪
Over the next year I will be exploring Raleigh in it’s entirety from a locals perspective. 🧭 🚣🏽⛱🏔
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If you're coming down from the North, give me a call and I can steer you in the right direction. 👍🏼
919.268.1110.
