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Business-Friendly Terre Haute area businesses, universities and government agencies also come together in partnership through area development initiatives through, Greater Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce the Terre Haute Area Economic Development Corporation, the Indiana Department of Commerce and private utility providers such as Cinergy/PSI.
The greater Terre Haute area is constantly changing, providing a strong workforce and training resources for business and industry to thrive and grow.
Local Employers
The Terre Haute area boasts many sizeable employers, including new companies like Staples, Gander Mountain, the Heartland Steel plant, and Smith Aerospace, with companies like Kohl's, Linens-n-Things and TJ Maxx coming soon.
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 New retail construction will also result in more new jobs on Terre Haute’s eastside, while other long-term companies like the AP & S Clinic, Pfizer, Bemis, AET, Columbia House, the Vigo County Industrial Park and Sony-DADC continue to expand. Terre Haute's job market and economy offer excellent opportunities for residents and employers relocating to or within the greater Terre Haute area. Regional employers like Eli-Lilly, Jamax, Indiana State University, Regional Hospital and the State of Indiana bring a lot of jobs, community partnerships, and a breadth of diversity to the area’s economic community.
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Employment Resources Lots of resources are available for job-seekers in the greater Terre Haute area. Commercial employment agencies like Manpower, Kelly Services, and Express Personnel are available, as well as numerous professional recruiters. Placement and training assistance is also available through agencies like WorkOne and Western Indiana Employment & Training Services. Career placement resources are also available to graduates of ISU and Ivy Tech through annual career fairs, while valuable networking opportunities are present via Chambers of Commerce, and area organizations. Online “help wanted” is also available via the Tribune Star, TerreHauteCareers.com, and other national job-boards.
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Government Resources Terre Haute, Vigo and Clay Counties, and the State of Indiana have numerous offices to serve area residents, as well as websites to facilitate your move to or within the surrounding area. Get set up to vote, change your driver’s license, get a library card, or learn about your community. U.S. Federal Courts and the US Post Office have locations in the area, as well as some State of Indiana offices to serve you. Clay County, Vigo County, and the city of Terre Haute also have many conveniently located offices to assist in your relocation and introduction to the surrounding community.
News
For economic and business news for west-central Indiana and eastern Illinois, check some of our premier newspapers and television stations. WTWO Channel 2 and WTHI-TV Channel 10 offer the best in area sports, weather and statewide news. The newspapers, Tribune-Star and Terre Haute Business Journal, offer daily news as well. Terre Haute’s business community, employers and government offices will welcome you into our community. For more information on area services and resources, visit the Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Vigo County Public Library, or request one of Patty’s Relocation Packages.
Accepting An Offer >Low Offers
In every real estate market, there are buyers who make offers that are far below the current market value of the property. How should you react if your agent brings you one of these "low ball" offers? Here are some scenarios for the seller.
If your home is priced very close to its fair market value, you can simply reject the offer and be reasonably confident that a better one will appear. However, if you have priced your home higher than other comparable homes in the neighborhood, the offer may not be unreasonable.
Ask your real estate agent for advice about the buyer's overall strategy. Do they really want your house or will they move on to another property if you make a counter offer? Can they afford to pay a higher price? Are there ways to close the gap with a small owner take-back, or with terms that will increase your bottom line? Take a hard look at your asking price and explore all your options before saying "no", especially if you are selling in a buyer's market.
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What country of the world has the highest percentage of private housing?
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Mongolia, where 100% of all properties are owner-occupied. |
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