Is community and the cottage industry on the rise again?

With the rise in gas prices, the looming recession and the cost of consumer staples going out of the roof- are we going to see a a rise in communities like Norton Commons or Signature Point? The all inclusive communities where you can work, live, play and shop. For all the negatives in socialist countries like Sweden they have many positives too. I was amazed when I traveled there to see people riding bikes and taking public transportation. People living in little communities where stores are in walking distance. There is something very appealing to me about this neighborhood feel. When I grew up in the South End of Louisville by Churchill downs- we were within walking distance of several small mom and pop shops. The dentist, the doctor, the baker, the barber, the beauty parlor, the laundry mat, the grocer, the druggist and the attorney were all two blocks away on the corner.

I'm only 32 guys. This wasn't like little house on the prairie.

The way I see it people are going to reduce their transportation and work from home more. It's already been shifting this way for years. People are going to opt for all inclusive communities like Norton Commons. People are going to move into the city or at least into the old neighborhoods that are in close proximity to shops and business. People are going to begin shopping even more heavily online. People are going to need to become much more efficient, organized and live a simpler lifestyle. This is hopefully where I can capitalize. Call me if you want to simplify your life.. home.. business .. or finances. Want to get organized and sell all the stuff your getting rid of? Visit us here

I wouldn't want to be a suburban developer unless I was a masterful marketer. I know of a few in Louisville who are masterful marketers. For the rest- take notice. I am a simple guy with limited knowledge, but I feel my intuition is right on with this one.