The Baton Rouge economy has grown since Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005.  There has been a lot of looking back lately at the five year time span since the destructive storm changed the face of Southern Louisiana.  When Katrina hit many residents of New Orleans were forced to relocate to Baton Rouge, as well as other areas around the country.

The influx of new residents and relocated businesses helped boost the Baton Rouge economy and many believe have helped Baton Rouge create and retain its recession-proof status.  While New Orleans has recharged itself many that fled have decided to stay in their new homes.  Baton Rouge continues to add jobs and maintain its stable economy, making it a solid place to call home.

If you are interested in relocating to Baton Rouge please contact us today.  We know Baton Rouge, the opportunities that exist here and the various neighborhoods that you can call home.

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Louisiana employment figures are better than a year ago.  The state of Louisiana may have lost jobs in July but, as far as employment figures go, it is up compared with July of 2009, an improvement by any standard.  The state’s current unemployment rate is 7.2%, significantly lower than the national average of 9.5%.

Baton Rouge is the state’s capital, and is continuously receiving credit as a recession-proof city.  A recent article by Bloomberg’s Businessweek named Baton Rouge LA as one of the nation’s strongest job markets.

The news of employment figures for Louisiana is particularly bright considering the gloom and doom being felt in the nation’s economy.  Perhaps the positive numbers for Louisiana will induce a more positive outlook overall.

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If you are a fan of the ballet do not miss “Dancin’ In The Streets” this weekend in Baton Rouge LA.  “Dancin’ In The Streets” is the Baton Rouge Ballet’s biggest fundraiser of the year and offers a fun time for all who attend.  Imagine having the opportunity to share the dance floor with some of the finest dancers from Baton Rouge.

“Dancin’ In The Streets” takes place this Saturday, August 21st, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Perkins Rowe Great Hall.  Food will be supplied by Perkins Rowe and other local restaurants and the music will be performed by the band Phat Hat.  Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door.  Click here to visit the Baton Rouge Ballet’s website for more information or to purchase tickets.

Baton Rouge is a city full of southern charm and grace and the opportunity to dance with professional ballet dancers is one not to be missed!

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Baton Rouge LA has a strong job market.  Bloomberg Businessweek compiled a list of America’s Strongest Job Markets and Baton Rouge is number 11 on the list.  Unemployment levels in Baton Rouge are hovering at right around 7%, significantly better than the nation as a whole.  The sectors that are hiring in Baton Rouge are in manufacturing and leisure and hospitality.

Baton Rouge is a stronghold in Louisiana for riding out the recession and represents a leading city for job creation.  Baton Rouge has a diverse economy and avoided the burst of a housing bubble because it never entered the sub-prime lending arena to begin with.  If you have been considering relocating to an area with a strong job market consider relocating to Baton Rouge.

Click here to see the Businessweek list of America’s Strongest Job Markets.

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Baton Rouge LA is about to make changes to its waterfront, attractive changes that will help bring the Louisiana capital into the future.  An overhaul to a municipal dock in Baton Rouge is in the works, adding a modern flair that will bridge LSU with downtown.  The new development will offer public space and housing right on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River, an area which is currently under-utilized.

The new waterfront development will utilize sustainable architecture in its unique look, which has been designed by Trahan Architects, a group from Baton Rouge.  The new structure will undoubtedly lead the revival of the waterfront area, inviting people with its artistic flair.

Being a waterfront city is part of what makes Baton Rouge Louisiana unique and focusing on enhancements to its waterfront area will only help the southern city upkeep its charm and appeal.

Click here to visit the website that details the new waterfront building.

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Overall employment figures are good in Baton Rouge.  Highlights of employment data include the addition of 1,400 non-farm jobs in June compared with June of 2009.  While there is still a growing number of unemployed, boosted by recent high school and college graduates, Baton Rouge is much more stable than many parts of the United States.

Baton Rouge was recently given the status of a recession-proof city by the Brookings Institute.  Baton Rouge Louisiana is a city that has fared well due to the fact that it never got caught up in a housing bubble or in sub-prime lending.

Give us a call today if you have been considering relocating to Baton Rouge.  Baton Rouge is a Louisiana city with opportunity and we would love to help you get familiar with it.

Click here to read a recent article from The Advocate regarding Baton Rouge employment figures.

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A Baton Rouge charity has made a national list put out by Charity Navigator.  The annual list, Charity Navigator’s list of Top 10 Slam Dunk Charities, places the Baton Rouge Food Bank on its list as a well rounded, fiscally responsible, top notch charity and one of only ten in the country to boot.  One of the high points of each of the charities on the list is the fact that there is a donor privacy policy followed, a very important protocol for a charity to have in place.There are hundreds of thousands of charities around the United States and to have a top ten charity located in Baton Rouge LA is quite an honor.

Baton Rouge is a city with a heart, having a variety of options for giving back to the community.  The Baton Rouge Food Bank is one charity which exemplifies the spirit of Louisiana’s capitol city, yet there are many other ways to get involved for those who wish to do so.

Click here to view the Charity Navigator’s list of Top 10 Slam Dunk Charities.

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Another hit movie is going to be filmed in Baton Rouge Louisiana.  The Twilight books and movies have been a hit worldwide and the presence of its filming will be a great boom for Baton Rouge.  The movie will be filmed in Vancouver as well and is titled The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn.

Baton Rouge Louisiana stands to gain a lot of marketing and advertising for being the backdrop for the hit film, attracting fans from far and wide.  The opportunity to be in the Twilight movie is one which will be embraced.

Baton Rouge has become known as “Hollywood South” in recent years.  It has been drawing the film industry for a number of reasons, including its cutting edge film studio, Red Stick Studios, which has state-of-the-art capabilities with the sound, studio and filming aspects of the movie industry.

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Baton Rouge is the capitol of Louisiana and is comprised of nine parishes, it is the second largest city in the state, the first being New Orleans.  The population of Baton Rouge grew significantly after hurricane Katrina, with many fleeing New Orleans to the capitol city.

While the Louisiana city has not been untouched by the recession, it has fared better than most parts of the Country.  The economy in Baton Rouge is spread through a few industries, including construction, petrochemicals, healthcare and education.  LSU is a cornerstone of the area, offering both great educational opportunities and excellent athletics and team sports to watch and admire.

Baton Rouge has an affinity to the arts, with excellent museums, galleries and theaters to enjoy.  Grace and southern charm top off its list of attributes.  If you would like to learn more about Baton Rouge and the opportunities that exist here, contact us today.

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Baton Rouge is once again noted as a recession-proof city, great news for the Louisiana Capitol.  The Brookings Institute has once again compiled its MetroMonitor Report, which compares data amongst the 100 largest cities in the United States.  Baton Rouge is in the top ten list of recession-proof cities, weighing in at the number four position.

All ten cities that are deemed recession-proof have a couple of things in common:  none of the cities on the list were caught up in a housing bubble and none rely on the automobile industry for their economies.

What does Baton Rouge LA have going for it?  The Baton Rouge economy is strong in the construction, petrochemical, education and healthcare industries.  Baton Rouge is dedicated to changing with the times and attracting new business as well.

If you are interested in relocating to Baton Rouge contact us today to learn more about life here and what opportunities exist.  Click here to read a recent article from Realtor Magazine and view the list of the 10 recession-proof cities.

For a complimentary search of all available real estate in Baton Rouge go to www.glendadaughety.com for access to the Baton Rouge MLS.

Call Glenda Daughety and her Team today, (225)-205-2672, for the best in Baton Rouge Real Estate knowledge and service!