north carolina: Raleigh, NC, Real Estate: Meredith Townes, Wonderful, affordable location! - 06/21/08 09:51 PM
Located along one of the major arteries of Raleigh, NC, Meredith Townes is a townhome neighborhood quietly nestled on wooded lots, in a prime location near the I-440 beltline, Rex Hospital, and other Triangle amenities.
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The residents of Meredith Townes get to enjoy the … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate Adventures: My Buyers can't afford your "Free Bonus!" - 06/15/08 04:41 AM
Can something be "free," and not be "affordable?" Sure. But, I guess in real estate some folks feel they have to "sell what they have." Lately I have bumped into a couple of Cary homes with unpermitted, sub-code finished living areas. When it is mentioned, the Listing Agents' responses have been, "Since it isn't … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC, Real Estate: Have your home inspected BEFORE you market it! - 06/03/08 10:39 PM
I wrote a little ad piece for the Cary News in May, to be placed in the "Consult a Specialist" Q & A Section.
The thought was to encourage more Sellers to have a home inspection performed prior to putting their home on the market, and to make all cited repairs. The … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC: We got the power! Brainpower! - 04/16/08 07:23 PM
BizJournals ranks the Raleigh Metro area #8 in Brainpower.
It isn't like making the Final Four, I suppose, but recognition of all that cranial capacity sure is heartwarming anyway.
The RTP, University of North Carolina, NC State, Duke, SAS in Cary, and myriad other innovative employers have created a climate of excellence … (11 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Carolina Blue Sky Photography - 01/30/08 09:32 PM
I just love a perfect blue sky day in Cary. With a few pine trees, and a pretty house, a fellow can run down a camera battery in no time.
It is even more fun with my new camera. I bought a Kodak P880, for the 8 megapixels, the zoom lens, but … (8 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC: 4th annual Krispy Kreme Challenge! - 01/26/08 05:50 PM
I love this event, and missed it again.
Next year, for sure. From the sidelines, but I will be there.
3000 North Carolina State University stalwarts braved the chilly morning.
The challenge?
Run two miles from the NC State University Bell Tower to the iconic Krispy Kreme store downtown.
Eat a dozen glazed donuts, and run … (10 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, How to avoid selling your home: Backyard Dog Bombs are NOT "Upgraded Features" - 12/08/07 10:37 PM
What can I say beyond the title? What do I need to say. Apparently something should be said to someone.
Two homes today where we couldn't see the exterior. We were too busy looking where we were walking.
I swear, that one house had to be home to two 600 pound mutts on … (24 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate Adventures: We'll go around the world to get the comps we want! - 12/05/07 07:34 AM
We popped into the townhome, and my client said she could be interested in it, although it needs heavy redecoration.
But it was priced about 11% high, well above anything that has ever sold in this Cary, NC, complex.
Calculating values in townhome complexes is not too hard when only a few models and elevations … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County North Carolina Property Tax Assessed Value vs. True Sales Value. The Missing Link is.......MISSING! - 12/04/07 06:53 AM
Now that we have our new Assessed Tax Valuations in Wake County North Carolina, we are seeing the usual suspects come out of the woodwork in and around Cary and Raleigh, and other areas.
Already real estate agents are huffing and puffing about assessed tax value, hoping to mislead people regarding the market … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate Adventures: Full-Service Agent crawls under House. Buyer Client follows. What fun!! - 12/03/07 09:17 PM
You read it right. Belly-crawling it was.
We've toured the home twice, and my clients want to know what the potable water supply piping system is.
In this area, built in 1995, that is quite likely to be polybutylene, with copper risers, a common method with local tract builders in the 1990's in … (7 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County North Carolina Property Tax: How to submit your Re-Assessment Appeals - 11/21/07 09:11 PM
With the average reassessment increasing property tax valuations 40% on average across Wake County, The first reactions of many people, after a little shock, was "How do I get THIS fixed."
Well, don't rush the Wake County Courthouse with torches and pitchforks... It is well-secured.
Wake County, NC, Courthouse: You won't get in … (12 comments)
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north carolina: Vanity License Plates...Who's got 'em? Who has the best one? - 11/20/07 07:16 PM
Some agents use magnetic sign panels, car wraps, or lettering to notify the public they work in real estate.
I have a license plate frame with my name and phone number on it.
Also, I have a vanity plate on my truck that says: ELEVATE!
I like it. It's simple, conveys my optimism, and is … (25 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Picardy Village: Wooded Lots and Custom Homes - 11/19/07 10:02 PM
Picardy Village entrance sign
Picardy Village is a cozy neighborhood of custom-built homes in Cary, NC. Picardy Village is off the west side of Lake Pine Road, between the Cary Parkway and US 64. Picardy Village is adjacent to Picardy Pointe.
See the Picardy Village photo set on Flickr.
Downtown Raleigh and NC State University are about … (9 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County North Carolina Property Tax Re-Assessments go public today. Average 40% increase! - 11/19/07 08:51 PM
Sounds bad, right? A 40% increase in assessed Tax Values in Wake County, NC real estate tax values for 2008.
There's a little more to the story, as well-reported by WRAL-TV.
1. The property tax bills will not increase by 40% immediately. The Wake County tax rate will be reduced to prevent a massive … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, "Remove shoes?" My reply: "Please turn up the HEAT!" - 11/19/07 02:45 PM
Sure, I press my clients to remove shoes in a nice clean home, when the Seller makes the request. It is courtesy, and reasonable. And some cultures just do not wear shoes in the house. Respect. I'm all for it.
But we are approaching winter in North Carolina. NC winter is … (12 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Is the all one-level, easy living, classic ranch house making a comeback? - 11/14/07 09:32 PM
Is the ranch house coming back? Oh...you know: The classic '60's rancher. Single level living, with no stairs and low maintenance.
Oakwood Heights, Cary, NC
It seems to me that it is, and that spells good news for many Raleigh and Cary residents who should see great price support for their classic ranchers.
Enchanted … (12 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Picardy Pointe: Custom homes on wooded lots in a tremendous Cary location - 11/10/07 09:25 PM
Picardy Pointe entrance sign
Picardy Pointe is a neighborhood of custom-built homes on the edge of Cary, NC. Many of the homes have a view of the Apex Community Park Lake.
Picardy Pointe is off the west side of Lake Pine Road, between the Cary Parkway and US 64.
See the 47 photo set … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Fix and Flip? Don't skimp on "Fix!" - 11/08/07 08:57 PM
Today I went with a Buyer client to his home inspection on a project home under contract, and we discussed some of the repairs and upgrades he could do on the home.
It looks like there is enough margin in the job to really do a sharp job on the house, and make it very … (7 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, A Visit to Royal Ridge - 11/07/07 11:41 AM
We cruised through Royal Ridge in Cary, NC, last Saturday night to view the beautiful custom homes and the heavily wooded lots.
Royal Ridge is a mature residential neighborhood in the center of Cary, NC. Royal Ridge is located off the Southwest Cary Parkway, between Kildaire Farm Road and Lake Pine Drive. See the Royal Ridge slideshow … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC, Real Estate: The Fabulous Moolah is GONE! - 11/06/07 07:57 PM
Man, I'm glad she made her mark in Wrassling instead of Real Estate.
Imagine going up against the Fabulous Moolah in a contentious transaction!
I mean, would you take a flying drop kick for your client?
Mary Lillian Ellison, aka, "the Fabulous Moolah" passed away last Friday.
Some fun facts I gleaned from the NY … (5 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate: Trees! The Woods of Kildaire is the antidote for barren landscapes! - 11/05/07 09:39 PM
My wife accompanied me for a Saturday evening drive through the Woods of Kildaire, Cary, NC. Many of the photos show the development of dusk, and the quietude of life in a wooded preserve.
Woods of Kildaire is a mature affordable neighborhood in the center of Cary, NC. Woods of Kildaire is situated off the SW Cary Parkway. Access … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Flood Plain Disclosure added to revised standard "Offer to Purchase and Contract" for 2008 - 11/04/07 09:14 PM
Flood Plain issues cloud many North Carolina real estate transactions.
More often or not, all responsibility for determining whether a property was in a flood plain fell to the Buyer, and there was little remedy in the Contract if the property was determined to be in a flood plain.
Now, the 2008 revision … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC, Real Estate: 2008 Standard forms: Offer to Purchase and Contract and governmental bodies - 11/02/07 08:39 PM
We get into the changes in the 2008 North Carolina Offer to Purchase and Contract in the first paragraph:
"NOTE: Government authority over taxes, zoning, school districts, utilities, and mail delivery may differ from address shown."
It isn't a major change, nor is it an impediment to a smooth transaction. It alerts the Buyer … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Affordable Shade Trees in Farren Forest - 10/31/07 10:56 PM
Hey! Let's meander through the shade in Farren Forest, Cary, NC:
Farren Forest is a mature affordable neighborhood in the center of Cary, NC. Farren Forest is situated off the SE Cary Parkway. Access to the neighborhood is also available through Stonehaven. Access and egress to and from the neighborhood are easy.
Raleigh and NC State University are a 15-20 minute commute. The … (5 comments)
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north carolina: Apex, NC Real Estate, Cameron Park, Affordable Custom-built Homes with style and location! - 10/28/07 10:40 PM
Cameron Park is a mature neighborhood in the center of Apex, NC. Access to the neighborhood is from Olive Chapel Road or through Dogwood Ridge, or Amherst. Getting to and from the neighborhood is easy.
Raleigh and North Carolina State University are an easy 20 to 25 minute commute. Cary is an easy 10 minute drive. Regional employment center, the Research Triangle Park, … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Apex, NC Real Estate, Dogwood Ridge, Affordable homes to executive homes, in one desirable location! - 10/28/07 09:12 AM
Dogwood Ridge is a mature neighborhood in the center of Apex, NC. Access to the neighborhood is from Olive Chapel Road or through Pearson Farms, Cameron Park, or Amherst. Access and egress to and from the neighborhood are very convenient.
See my slideshow of Dogwood Ridge on Flickr.
Raleigh and North Carolina State University are an easy 20 to 25 minute … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Apex, NC Real Estate, Pearson Farms: Affordable Homes and Great Location! - 10/27/07 07:04 PM
Pearson Farms is a mature neighborhood in the center of Apex, NC. Access to the neighborhood is from Olive Chapel Road or through Dogwood Ridge. Access and egress to and from the neighborhood are convenient.
Raleigh and North Carolina State University are an easy 20 to 25 minute commute. Cary is a 10 minute drive. Major employment center, the Research Triangle … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate: You gotta love a Rainy Night! We're celebrating! - 10/25/07 02:22 PM
Sure we have an ongoing drought in almost all of North Carolina.
No doubt about it.
But we've had some rain! Last night it rained hard in Raleigh,NC, and in Cary, Apex, and surrounding towns.
And it has been beautifully gloomy, overcast, and drippy all day today!
Generally I like to take pretty photos with a … (5 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC, Real Estate: Ridgepath Heavily Wooded lots and pretty traditional homes - 10/21/07 03:39 PM
Cary, NC: Ridgepath is our tour today.
Ridgepath is a mature neighborhood in the center of Cary, NC. Access to the neighborhood is from the SE Cary Parkway, or through Wimbledon. Access and egress to and from the neighborhood are easily accomplished.
Raleigh and North Carolina State University are an easy 15 to 20 minute commute. The Research Triangle Park, … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC, Real Estate: This drought of 2007 is for real! - 10/21/07 12:35 PM
Sweetie and I took a quick ride to Falls Lake this morning to view the lake level. Falls Lake provides drinking water to Raleigh, North Carolina, and several smaller towns who buy water from Raleigh.
We know the lake is low. We have seen the photos on TV, in the newpaper, and … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate: Home Inspection Roofing Follies...Pipe Boots? Kick-out flashings? Oh, My! - 10/20/07 10:18 PM
So, your listing is under contract and your Buyer has sent you a North Carolina Repair Request and agreement, asking you to do some roof repairs:
"Repair nail pops in shingles."
Sounds simple enough. I guess. What's a "Nail Pop?"
'Replace 3 split pipe boots."
Oka-a-ay. Uh-h..What the heck is a "pipe boot?"
"Install kick-out flashing … (12 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Buyers' Agents...Lock it up! Turn out the lights! - 10/17/07 07:07 AM
Sometimes you focus on your Buyer, but sometimes you owe a little attention to the Seller, too. Seems to me that is the case when doing the little things like locking up and turning out the lights after showing a home. Keith and Robin Perry's post indicates how common the problem is of … (11 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County NC Real Estate: TMLS Update to allow 12 photos per listing - 10/17/07 06:25 AM
Just got my TMLS newsletter yesterday.
The North Carolina Triangle Multi-List System will soon allow the Listing Agent to upload 12 photographs for every listing. We have been limited to ten photos. This will be a boon to those of us who shoot 50 to 100 photos of each home and have a hard … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Cranes Over Raleigh! Downtown investment in condos and hotels. - 10/16/07 10:00 PM
I get a kick out of tower cranes. The fellows who operate them have responsibility for the safety of all the folks below, and much of the work depends on the teamwork and trust in fellow workers.
Multi-ton components are maneuvered above the city streets, and precisely placed.
Anyway, lately, Raleigh, North Carolina has … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC, Real estate: Update and stage, or clean and sell it "as-is?" - 10/08/07 10:29 PM
I visited with the listing prospect in Raleigh, NC, the other day.
I knew what I was going to see: an older home that hadn't been loved very much for quite a while.
He had other interests.
We could have made a long list of things to do to the property.
Or, and this is what I did: We … (5 comments)
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north carolina: North Carolina State Fair is upon us, October 12 --21, 2007 - 10/04/07 08:07 AM
It's time for the North Carolina State Fair to be held in Raleigh NC.
At the Fairgrounds!
And there is something for everyone.
Whether you love to see some of the finest livestock to be found anywhere, love thrill rides, crave deep-fried health food, enjoy seeing handicrafts, lust to Whack-a-Mole, need to have … (5 comments)
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north carolina: Apex, NC Real Estate, Kelly Glen, Affordable homes on rural wooded lots - 10/03/07 09:21 PM
Kelly Glen, on a rural ridge along Kelly Road, in Apex, NC, is a neighborhood of quality starter homes built by local custom builders in the 1990's.
Homes range from 1200 to 2200 square feet and ranchers and 1.5 story homes are common. Most typical is the 3/2 home, with a few … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Apex, NC Real Estate, Crockett's Ridge, Affordable value and space, in a rural setting - 10/03/07 07:50 PM
Crockett's Ridge in Apex, North Carolina is a newer subdivision in a convenient rural location. Commuting to Raleigh, or Cary is done with ease. Built by KHovnanian Homes, Crockett's Ridge features great square footage for the price to folks who need affordable space. With a new phase, new homes are available. Homes range … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh NC Real Estate, Sumerlyn: Affordable New Home Community on Battle Bridge Road in Southeast Raleigh - 09/30/07 09:10 PM
Sumerlyn is a new subdivision being developed by national builder Centex Homes in Southeast Raleigh, NC. This location off Battle Bridge Road is in the middle of the surge in growth in the area, as the affordability of Southeast Raleigh land is attractive to builders.
See the Sumerlyn slideshow on Flickr.
Sumerlyn homes … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Ambience, Exclusive wooded homesites in perfect location. - 09/30/07 08:35 PM
Ambience in Cary, NC is a small subdivision near the intersection of Tryon Road and Kildaire Farm Road. It was built out in the 1980's and 1990's, with custom homes on gorgeous wooded lots of over 1/2 acre. This location places all that Cary has to offer within easy reach, and … (3 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Colonial and Traditional Heaven in Thornewood - 09/29/07 06:44 AM
Thornewood is a neighborhood in a wonderful central Cary, NC location, with easy access to Cary, downtown Raleigh, and NC State University. It is well-known for the stunning traditional colonial homes that make up the neighborhood. Thornewood offers large wooded lots, and tree-lined streets like these.
Visit my Thornewood Slideshow on Flickr to see … (7 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh NC Real Estate, John's Pointe: Affordable New Home Community on Battle Bridge Road - 09/28/07 10:15 PM
John's Pointe subdivision off Battle Bridge Road in Southeast Raleigh offers affordable starter homes in a suburban location. Homes are built by Perry Builders and Phoenix Builders.
John's Pointe homes have 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths, and range from 1700 square feet to 2300 square feet. 2 car garages … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Troon Village: One level condominium living in a superb central Cary location! - 09/27/07 10:53 PM
Troon Village couldn't be in a better location in Cary, NC! From this condominium complex, you can walk across the street to Trader Joes, Staples, and several other retail services and restaurants. Just down Kildaire Farm Road, all sorts of retail and services exist, as well as Western Wake Medical Center. The … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Affordable location and great wooded lots in Wellington Place - 09/26/07 08:33 PM
Wellington Place and Wellington Park were built in the 1980's off Tryon Road in Cary, North Carolina.
Wellington Place residents enjoy two community ponds. See the Flickr slideshow featuring 60 photos of the neighborhood.
Pulte Homes was the builder. Homes in Wellington Place have 3 to 5 bedrooms, and 2.5 to 3.5 baths. Square … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County, NC Real Estate, Heading off to the Southern Ideal Home Show! - 09/18/07 11:28 AM
This weekend the Fall, 2007, version of the Southern Ideal Home Show will be held at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh NC.
Visitors will see three buildings full of the latest trends in home construction and decor and will be able to speak with vendors and company representatives.
Among the participants … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC, Real Estate, Wimbledon: Wooded lots and quality custom homes - 09/17/07 10:32 PM
Entrance from Kildaire Farm Road.
Cary, NC's Wimbledon subdivision enjoys a prime location central to all the conveniences of Cary. Wimbledon offers a variety of housing choices, Townhomes, starter homes, and, on Flickr, you can see them all, plus a wide variety of custom homes.
Custom Wimbledon beauty!
As you might expect in a community … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Habitat for Humanity is growing in Raleigh, NC - 09/15/07 08:40 PM
Habitat for Humanity does a great job of helping folks grab the rung on the ladder of homeownership with their aggressive program of community outreach and low-cost construction.
Along with that effort, they are well known for recycling building materials through their ReUse Centers.
You can find all sorts of building materials at … (10 comments)
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north carolina: North Carolina Real Estate, DROUGHT, 2007 style! - 09/13/07 06:52 AM
I went out to put a sign in front of a new listing yesterday and thought I would need a jackhammer to plant it. The ground is hard as rock. We are in the midst of a serious drought in all of North Carolina. There's something amiss when folks start to hope … (11 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County Real Estate: 2007 Bond Referenda October 9, 2007 - 08/29/07 09:09 PM
On October 9, 2007, Wake County, NC, voters will have the opportunity to vote to support Open Space Preservation, the Wake County Public Library system expansion and facility renovation, and capital improvements at Wake Tech Community College. Amenities we take for granted will benefit from the funds made available through successful referenda.
WakeGOV.com - … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County, NC, Real Estate, Buyers' Market? You still have to be a BUYER to buy a home! - 08/28/07 07:27 AM
Wake County, NC, is blessed with a fairly stable real estate market. We don't have a huge price bubble, and we don't generally see the trough that some of the country is experiencing.
Folks who want to buy a new home in Wake County aren't seeing the market dynamics incessantly promoted in the national … (11 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Affordable Trees in Scottish Hills - 08/23/07 09:17 PM
With new construction homes on smaller and smaller lots, many Buyers are looking at older neighborhoods like Scottish Hills in Cary, NC. They don't like the way whole subdivisions are denuded of trees, with ornamental trees planted after construction.
Scottish Hills, Cary, NC is the antidote to the naked postage stamp building … (7 comments)
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north carolina: Cary and Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Is that beautiful older home harboring a nasty UST? - 08/19/07 07:02 AM
Affordable housing demand coupled with a growing desire for larger lots, mature landscaping and tall trees are factors that are driving an increase in requests for homes in older Cary and Raleigh neighborhoods.
I enjoy taking clients to various mature neighborhoods like Scottish Hills, Farmington Woods, and MacGregor Downs in Cary., and … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC, Real Estate: Shelley Lake is a popular oasis in North Raleigh! - 08/14/07 11:43 PM
Shelley Lake is part of the Raleigh, North Carolina Parks and Recreation System. The park surrounds the 53 acre lake. The main entrance is off Millbrook Road in North Raleigh, leading to picnic areas, play areas, a 2+ mile paved trail around the lake, the Sertoma Park and Arts Center, a … (8 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Realtor Compromises Principles! 102 degrees IS HOT! - 08/07/07 08:21 AM
Okay.
I surrender. Unconditionally.
I capitulate to the heat Gods, or the flames of Beezel-Bubba, or whatever is going on in Wake County,NC.
When I said "95 Degrees is NOT HOT" it was absolutely NOT MEANT as a challenge!
It's so dang hot, Barry Saunders says in the Raleigh New and Observer today that the early bird needs … (24 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Affordable living in Madison Oaks, Cary, NC - 08/06/07 10:25 PM
Madison Oaks in Cary, NC, is a small neighborhood of starter homes that was built from 1989 to 1994. It is centrally located to take advantage of Cary amenities and services, and easy access to the Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, NC, and NC State University.
Homes vary from 1200 to 2000 square feet, … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County NC Real Estate: Localism Photos and Flickr Photo hosting. - 07/20/07 06:50 AM
Relocators repeatedly ask questions about Raleigh, Cary, and Apex neighborhoods, housing options, and general geography that are best answered by the opportunity to pore over photos. They want to see what the homes, streets, neighborhoods, and vistas are like, in the everyday sense they will live amongst, as opposed to Chamber of Commerce/National … (9 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, Skyline Changes as Raleigh builds UP! - 07/18/07 09:08 AM
It looks like Raleigh, North Carolina is on deck to see another downtown tower, the tallest yet. Today's Raleigh News and Observer reports the initial plans for the Edison will be filed today. The Edison is being planned and promoted as two eco-friendly mixed use towers across Davie Street from the Progress … (6 comments)
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north carolina: North Carolina Real Estate, HEY, Y'ALL!! We're getting new paperwork!! - 07/17/07 09:26 PM
In our team meeting today, we spent about an hour going over the 2007 edition of North Carolina Standard Form 2-T, Offer to Purchase and Contract.
You know, if we would all just be good, we would likely have a LOT less paperwork to contend with.
They have carried a lot of … (9 comments)
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north carolina: North Carolina Real Estate, Are you ready for some new rules? - 07/17/07 09:06 PM
The NC Real Estate Commission is considering some rule changes. Are you ready?
I like the proscription against shopping offers. Some people are so ham-handed and clumsy about it that it taints the flavor of the negotiations. And too often it feels like it is being done unevenly, so as to favor another … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh,NC Real Estate: A few words of wisdom vs. The News and Observer's attack on REALTORS® - 07/14/07 08:23 PM
A few of us at KELLER WILLIAMS® Realty Market Center #377 in Cary, NC responded to the Raleigh News and Observer's slam on REALTORS®.
Some of us even were published today. It was a delight to see Duane and Dani Frank, Stu Barnes, and George Wilson's names in print on the People's Forum page, along with … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Fervor or Fever? First-time Buyers making it all worthwhile! - 07/13/07 09:35 PM
Took my Sweetie out for a pizza tonight in Raleigh, North Carolina. Piccola's Pizza and Italian in Cameron Village.
4 Stars on the pizza! 4 stars on the service! Tummy feels good.
And then Sweetie got the bonus side trip; we went to a nearby home that I helped a young couple buy this week. … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh,NC Real Estate: Affordable housing takes a lick in The News and Observer's attack on REALTORS® - 07/12/07 11:06 PM
In the ongoing effort to reduce advertisement revenue, to offend REALTORS® everywhere, and to support increased difficulty in home purchasing, the Raleigh News and Observer also took a few swipes at all of us in an editorial that commingled REALTORS®, commissions, legislative corruption, and generally got me worked up a little.
Check it … (9 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate. Again: Fast growing and affordable! And Warm! But, "Carry, NC?" - 07/12/07 07:51 AM
REALTOR Magazine Online yesterday mentioned a Christian Science Monitor story about population growth in "Affordable, Warm Cities."
They reported the great population growth in many affordable suburban towns near larger Southern cities, similar to the BusinessWeek.com experience I enjoyed.
We are right next door to Raleigh, North Carolina, so I think that suburban description fits.
So … (8 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Cole's Creek, Drees Homes Move up offerings in a superb Cary location - 07/11/07 09:41 PM
Cole's Creek in Cary, NC is in a convenient location just inside Northwest Maynard Road, with the entrance just across from Weatherstone.
Cole's Creek offers large square footage with home prices starting at about $600,000 and driven higher by choice of options and elevations. High vaulted great rooms, hardwoods, screen porches, stone … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Trees, Location, and Peace in Homestead - 07/11/07 08:34 AM
I thought Homestead would please folks who are searching for homes on wooded sites in Cary, NC.
Homestead was developed in the 1970's and is home to custom built homes on lots that average over an acre in size, with some as large as 4 acres. Home styles vary from contemporary, ranch, … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Lake Crabtree County Park offers play and repose. - 07/11/07 07:17 AM
Lake Crabtree County Park, Wake County, NC, is on the edge of Cary, NC. Lake Crabtree is a 520 acre flood control impoundment that was designed to double as a recreational facility.
I did a little Real Estate Show on Lake Crabtree County Park, Wake County, NC.
Also, you can visit the 44 … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, MacGregor West, Premium custom Homes - 07/05/07 08:50 PM
A few years after MacGregor Downs was a mature community, the adjoining community, MacGregor West was developed. Again the focus was on custom upscale homes to appeal to professionals who needed a great location with convenient access to Cary and Raleigh, North Carolina.
MacGregor West was an immediate success and has continued … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC, Lake Wheeler is a recreational paradise! - 07/05/07 05:49 PM
Lake Wheeler is a part of the Raleigh, North Carolina Parks System. The 650 acre lake is the focal point of the 800 acre park. Fishing, Boating, water skiing, Picnicking, birding and other nature studies, and general loafing are among the worthy pursuits the lake and park support. The park is open … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate: MacGregor Downs, Classic country club community, "near everything." - 07/05/07 12:54 PM
MacGregor Downs was developed in the 1960's around the MacGregor Downs Country Club. MacGregor Downs is located in south central Cary, NC, and accessed from Kildaire Farms Road or from Tryon Road.
Central to life in MacGregor Downs are the Golf Course and the community lake, along with a fabulous location that offers … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Durham Real Estate, Grandale, New neighborhood, fine home values, excellent access! - 07/05/07 10:06 AM
Grandale is a new community being built by national tract-builder Centex Homes on the south side of Durham, NC. The neighborhood is located off Grandale Road.
Grandale entrance sign
Homes in Grandale range from 2700 to 3500 square feet, with prices from $360,000 to $450,000. Typical amenities include 4 or 5 bedrooms, and … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Trees, Trees, and more Trees in our neighborhoods! - 07/05/07 08:20 AM
People decry the removal of trees from parcels of land that are being developed for new homes. Too often, they are all too accurate.
The pressure in the Wake County, North Carolina to develop all land within a reasonable distance from Cary or Raleigh or the Research Triangle Park has pressed builders … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County Foreclosure homes: "Buyer must be Preapproved by Seller" What's up with that? - 07/03/07 08:52 PM
I have seen more of these lately in the Wake County, NC market.
"Bank owned property Sold As IS. Countrywide addendums and Countrywide pre-approval needed to accompany offer."
Particularly from Countrywide and Wells Fargo. The Seller requires a prospective buyer to get a preapproval from the Seller before accepting an offer.
I know that … (37 comments)
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north carolina: Scratch that Itch! Poison Ivy in Cary, NC. More than you wanted to know! - 07/03/07 08:30 PM
I was over at Fred G. Bond Park, Cary, North Carolina, tonight checking out the evening view and came across a bumper crop of poison ivy. Oh, how much easier life has become since I learned to identify poison ivy before I stomp through a knee high patch. We have wonderful conditions for … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County, NC, Ponds and Lakes, the evolving post... - 06/25/07 10:17 PM
Wake County, NC is blessed with an expansive clay soil that is suitable for holding water in ponds and lakes. So, Wake County is also blessed with a plentitude of private and public ponds and lakes. Some have waterfront homes, while others are reserved from development to preserve water quality.
Who can … (6 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate: Heritage Point, Custom-built homes, easy access to all that Wake County offers! - 06/25/07 09:24 PM
Heritage Point is a subdivision of fine custom-built homes in North Raleigh, off Creedmoor Road, near the intersection with I-540. Most homes were built in the late 1970's to mid-1980's with a few homes dating from the 1990's. Besides the custom features of the homes, a hallmark of the subdivision is … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh NC Real Estate, Valley Stream: Affordable Raleigh neighborhood in a great location! - 06/19/07 10:06 PM
Welcome to Valley Stream, a Raleigh, NC, neighborhood.
Valley Stream was built by MI Homes, and consists of about 120 affordable homes with 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 or 2.5 baths, and one or 2 car garages.
Valley Stream homes' exteriors are vinyl siding, with brick or stone accents. Homes are both single … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC, Dorothea Dix land. DIX306 Proposed and Bid by Raleigh City Leaders - 06/14/07 07:13 PM
I mentioned DIX306 in February with hopes that this project could become a reality. A world clas destination park on 306 acres just across from the Raleigh skyline!
Is it one step closer? Raleigh is making a bid, backed by some development bucks and a fair amount of public support.
It is all over … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, The Preserve at Long Branch Farm - 06/11/07 07:08 PM
The Preserve at Long Branch Farm is a brand new custom home subdivision in a rural setting on Battle Bridge Road in Eastern Wake County, North Carolina. Forty-one homesites are planned with lots of up to an acre. Raleigh, NC is a fifteen minute drive west, and within a few miles … (3 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, Enchanted Oaks, Large wooded lots with great custom homes - 06/11/07 06:48 AM
Let's take a look at Enchanted Oaks, a custom home subdivision just south of the city of Raleigh, NC.
I'll include a few photos here, or you can visit my Enchanted Oaks Slideshow to see 47 photos of this beautiful community.
Enchanted Oaks is a pleasant subdivision of gracious homes in suburban Raleigh, North Carolina. Enchanted … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, Bryarton Village, Affordable, New, Convenient. What's not to love? - 06/08/07 10:03 PM
Bryarton Village is a new community of townhomes by Bill Clark Homes in Raleigh, NC. It was developed in 2005 and sold fairly rapidly, although new construction units are available today.
Bryarton Village homes range from 1600 square feet to almost 2000 square feet. Two bedroom homes are available but most … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Home improvement and hiring contractors in North Carolina - 06/05/07 07:20 AM
So, you have decided it is time to improve your home, maybe adding a porch or finishing off the space over the garage into a family room.
Good Luck!
You can be "lucky" if you are in step with a few basics in hiring home improvement contractors.
1. Licensing. If the project will run … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Windbrooke at Silverton, Convenient, affordable townhome community! - 05/31/07 10:55 PM
Windbrooke at Silverton is a pleasant townhome community located near the intersection of Evans Road and the Cary Parkway, in Cary, North Carolina. It was built from 1987 to 1994 and features homes from just over 1000 to nearly 1400 square feet. Most homes have 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with some … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Silverlake at Silverton, Traditional homes with modern appeal at the lake! - 05/31/07 09:42 PM
Silverlake at Silverton is a pleasant subdivision of gracious homes in suburban Cary, North Carolina. Silverlake is located along the NW Cary Parkway, within an easy drive of shopping centers, Raleigh, NC, downtown Cary, and the Research Triangle Park. Recent home sales have been between $341,000 to $467,500.
See the 24 photo … (4 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Beechtree, Affordable neighborhood, desirable location! - 05/31/07 08:41 PM
Beechtree is a cute, well-located and affordable neighborhood in Cary, North Carolina. It was developed and built in the mid to late 1980's. Housing options include ranches, cluster homes, split level homes and two story homes. The superb location is within a short hop into Raleigh, NC, and about a 15 minute commute to either NC State University or … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Wake County, NC Real Estate, "Do I need an agent to buy a new construction home?" - 05/29/07 10:46 PM
We hear it all the time:
"Why do I need an agent to buy a new construction home?" It's a very appropriate question in Wake County, North Carolina. Half of our housing inventory is new construction.
So, why should you use an agent when you can just go in and buy from the … (0 comments)
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north carolina: The Power of the 'Rain: My moment in Business Week - 05/24/07 10:32 PM
I was minding my own business, another noteworthy occurence in an otherwise hum-drum day, when I took a call from Maya Roney, staff writer for BusinessWeek.com.
She was immediately quizzing me about the affordability of housing in Cary, North Carolina. I'm always ready to talk affordability in housing. I remember walking the shaky plank … (17 comments)
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north carolina: If Real Estate was NASCAR, which driver would YOU be? - 05/22/07 08:36 PM
Imagine if real estate overnight became NASCAR and all agents assumed the identity of various NASCAR Drivers.
I identify more with drivers from the past, like the King, Richard Petty, who managed to bump the back of a car on I-85 when the pace of traffic didn't suit him. And he was in … (3 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Measuring up. Tale of the Tape: ZOUNDS! That house is GROWING! - 05/19/07 09:10 PM
My chum Rama talked to me yesterday and invited me on a measurement of his latest listing this morning.
Cute 1 1/2 story home with a porch and nice dining room bay window. Great central location in Cary, NC. Walk to school and Starbucks.
We did a little homework and determined that Wake County … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Quietly minding my own business and...MEME'd by Ray Nellum!!!! - 05/17/07 10:00 PM
My friend, Sell 'um Ray Nellum MEME'd me on March 27. And hasn't blogged on AR since. Ray? you there? If you're out there waiting for me, I'm here... MEME?? I had to research what the heck I was into.
Some things I think I think:
1. When I butcher high notes, glass shower … (9 comments)
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north carolina: Cary NC Real Estate, Bexley at Weston, Move up with Quality. - 05/16/07 08:30 PM
Bexley at Weston is a nearly new subdivision in north Cary, North Carolina. Sixty-four homes by MI Homes comprise Bexley at Weston, with construction commencing in 2004 and the last homes sold in February, 2007. The subdivision is located on Norwell Boulevard, between Weston Parkway and the Cary Parkway. The community is so … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Cary Real Estate, Windchase At Beechtree, Affordable Townhome Community - 05/15/07 10:21 PM
Windchase At Beechtree is an affordable townhome community in north Cary, North Carolina. It was developed in the late 1980's with construction continuing into the mid-1990's. Brick fronts are common upgrades, and otherwise the homes have vinyl siding. The location is superb, with a short drive into Raleigh, NC, and about a 15 minute … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, Affordable starter home neighborhood in Woodridge At Beechtree - 05/14/07 08:56 PM
Woodridge At Beechtree is a starter home subdivision in Cary, North Carolina. It was developed in the early 1990's. One very nice feature of the community is the size of the building lots, from approximately .25 acre to .33 acre. That dwarfs the lots available in many current new construction luxury home … (2 comments)
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north carolina: REALTORS®Land Institute: "Under All There Is The Land" Count me in! - 05/12/07 01:07 PM
I just finished two days of Land 101 at North Carolina Association of Realtors in Greensboro, NC.
Good Stuff, I'm joining RLI, and I'm looking forward to getting deeper into 1031 territory at the first opportunity.
Lou Jewell, the Landman, and Dale Fulk from Rogers Realty & Auction Co., Inc. taught, and it was … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, Harbourgate, Luxury homes in an awesome location - 05/12/07 10:17 AM
Harbourgate is a small, but decidedly upscale subdivision in West Raleigh, North Carolina. The Harbourgate entrance is on Ebenezer Church Road, near Arden Forest and Bridgeton Park.
Homes are from respected local custom builders, partial or all brick veneer,with sale prices ranging from $700,000 to well over $1,000,000. Home construction beegan in 2002, … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, Arden Forest...Privacy near everything you need in Raleigh! - 05/12/07 09:40 AM
Arden Forest is a small subdivision of move-up custom homes in West Raleigh, North Carolina. The subdivision adjoins Bridgeton Park and is accessed from Ebenezer Church Road.
Arden Forest was developed in the early 1990's, and is located in hugely convenient area of West Raleigh. Residents can walk to shopping and Rex Hospital, and are about … (0 comments)
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north carolina: Raleigh, NC Real Estate, Bridgeton Park...Comfort, Convenience, and Privacy! - 05/12/07 08:46 AM
I was driving by Bridgeton Park, in Raleigh, North Carolina on a sunny day in early April, and I was lured in by blooming azaleas and fresh green trees.
Bridgeton Park was developed in the mid-1990's, and is located in an extremely convenient area in West Raleigh. The subdivision borders Arden Forest, is … (1 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate, The battle for Affordable homes in Cary - 05/11/07 11:40 PM
Averge new homes in Cary, NC cost about $500,000.
That is not good enough for some Cary or Wake County or North Carolina lawmakers.
One way to raise the average cost of housing is to make the entry level cost of housing higher, raising the average from the bottom up with unnecessary additional fees. … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate. Farmington Woods, It's all about affordability, shade, and superb location! - 05/11/07 11:07 PM
Come on out to Farmington Woods with me! If you like shade, and walking to the elementary school, shopping, and services, all in a quiet neighborhood that is tucked away from heavy traffic: Welcome home to Farmington Woods!
Farmington Woods is situated in central Cary, NC, adjoining Stoneybrook Estates. Within easy walking distance … (2 comments)
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north carolina: Cary, NC Real Estate. Stoneybrook Estates, Affordable living in a great location! - 05/11/07 10:01 PM
Tonight we are looking at Stoneybrook Estates, a beautiful neighborhood of 1960's and 1970's homes in a great central location in Cary, NC, adjoining Farmington Woods.
Once in the neighborhood, you will be entranced by the beauty of lush mature landscaping, including blooming azaleas, and tall, arching mature shade trees. Stoneybrook Estates … (2 comments)
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north carolina: "Foreclosures are for Rich People." - 05/04/07 02:24 PM
I get the question routinely. The exchange goes something like this:
"Can you help us find a foreclosure home?"
The answer is, "Yes. I can. Why do you want one?"
Most of the time I hear, "Well, we want to save money." Hoping to get a deal, or similar motivation.
Most often it is a young … (9 comments)
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