I have recently accepted a Regional Sales Manager's role based in SW Charlotte and need to buy a place within 40 mins or so travel.
Trouble is, I currently live in UK!
Just myself and my wife (mid 40s) will be settling in the USA and we like it quiet although as we will be trying to get to know people we do not want too remote.
We will be moving over permanently in Feb 2010 but coming for a week or so in Dec 2009 for a looksee.
All constructive suggestions of where to look...

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I’ve been considering relocating to the Maryland or Metro DC area. I have a few family members and friends in the area but I would like to know more about the area from others.
More about me:
Single and loving it….
I’m a workout junkie, love going out running and I love my body over anything else.
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