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At Black Diamond Realty, we work to provide continual resources, tips, articles and education for your commercial real estate needs.

Our news page is dedicated to providing our clients and customers with an online resource center to find helpful and relevant information on the Morgantown (Monongalia County), Bridgeport/Clarksburg (Harrison County), and Fairmont (Marion County) regions, but also regional and state-wide trends throughout West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio. Check out our monthly newsletters plus visit some pertinent economic news affecting real estate markets serviced by Black Diamond Realty.

Latest Black Diamond Realty News

Second largest airsoft field in America is coming to Clarksburg

The second largest airsoft field in America will soon be opening in Clarksburg, thanks to a deal brokered by Black Diamond. Ohio-based airsoft company,...

Big Announcement Coming Soon! | Nov. 2024

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Gov. Justice announces groundbreaking for Prime 6’s manufacturing facility in Fairmont

West Virginia’s Gov. Justice announced Prime 6 will be locating its new manufacturing facility in Marion County. The project is a $35 million investment...

City exploring demolition of former Bartlett House shelter

1111 University Avenue in Morgantown, the building that has housed the Bartlett House emergency shelter for close to four decades, is likely being demolished....

WVU researchers design Zillow-inspired software to turn former mine lands into sites for economic development

WVU researchers have invented a Zillow-like software for developers to find property in southern West Virginia’s coalfields. Over 4,500 former mine lands exist in...

Commission approves zoning change for McCullough Ave. development

The Monongalia County Commission has rezoned 659 McCullough Avenue from R-2 (neighborhood density residential) to R-4 (high density residential). This amendment to the West...

New Team Member | Oct. 2024 Price Reductions

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Price Reductions as of Oct. 2024

Office/Retail 315 High Street, Morgantown, WV | Take advantage of this property for sale in the heart of downtown Morgantown, now at a reduced...

St. Albans company low bidder for new Monongahela River bridge for the Morgantown Industrial Park

The DOH expects construction to begin late this year or next spring on a new bridge that will go over the Monongahela River and...

Did you know…Commercial real estate often outperforms the stock market over the long term?

Did you know commercial real estate often outperforms the stock market over the long term? Since real estate properties are tangible assets, they are inherently less risky...

September Newsletter Investment Offerings

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The Federal Reserve starts cutting interest rates in a big moment for the economy

The Federal Reserve made a big economic move today, cutting interest rates for the first time since 2020. The bank lowered its benchmark interest...

Did you know…Your commercial property may need to be ADA Compliant?

Did you know your commercial property may need to be ADA Compliant? Almost all businesses that serve the public must comply with ADA guidelines for accessibility. This...

Did you know…A higher cap rate can indicate a potentially higher return on investment?

Did you know a higher cap rate can indicate a potentially higher return on investment? In commercial real estate, cap rate, short for capitalization rate, is used...

September Newsletter: New Offerings Just Hit the Market!

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Additional Local Links & Resources For North Central West Virginia

Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) seeks to create a positive economic impact on the Greater Morgantown area by aggressively marketing to visitors, specifically the leisure, conference, sports and special events, and group tour markets.

Morgantown Area Economic Partnership

The Morgantown Area Economic Partnership (MAP) is a nonprofit, public-private sector partnership that provides development assistance to the business community of Monongalia and Preston counties.

Main Street Morgantown

Main Street Morgantown (MSM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the continued revitalization of downtown Morgantown and the Historic Wharf District. Downtown Morgantown is an attractive, clean, safe center of commerce, government and education.

Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce

The Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the betterment of the Morgantown area through active involvement, leadership and education. We are here to serve you, the business person, in many ways.

Monongalia County Commission

The Monongalia County Commission website features news, updates, events and resources on your elected county officials. The Commission meets each Wednesday at 10:00 AM on the 2nd floor of the County Courthouse at 243 High Street in Morgantown.

Harrison County Economic Development Authority

The Harrison County Economic Development Corporation works with other state and federal organizations to promote the many advantages of the region. For companies looking to expand or relocate, the area provides countless business and quality of life advantages.