raleigh: It's Raining Deals!! - 08/29/08 10:26 AM
Well...after a dry spell of little to no great deals with equity, it's raining deals galore!
I've helped several investors and home buyers this week purchase homes with $30-40k in equity! Even with prices leveling out there are still great buys out there.
Thankfully, the Raleigh/Durham market never had the huge … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh Available Lots and Land - Build a Home in Raleigh, NC - 08/29/08 05:45 AM
Available Lots in Raleigh - Bring Your Own Builder
Want to build a custom home, but not sure what kind of land is available?
Browse through some of these neighborhoods with lots for sale in Raleigh, NC!
Here's information on just some of the communities with available lots in Raleigh, where you can build … (1 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh's home prices stay strong - 08/27/08 12:06 PM
The following article appeared in the Triangle Business Journal recently:
Raleigh's home prices stay strong
Triangle Business Journal
Home prices grew by 4.8 percent in the Raleigh area between the second quarter of 2007 and the second quarter of this year, new federal data say.
The figures, from the Office … (3 comments)
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raleigh: Sometimes you just want the real skinny! - 08/26/08 03:07 PM
You know how it is, you ask someone a question and the answer given is what they think you want to hear. For example, do these pants make me look fat? Gulp. No, they look great (if the pants were on a cow!). This is my dilemma. I am doing market … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Rolemodel Woods - Wooded Acreage in Holly Springs NC - Build a Home in Holly Springs - 08/24/08 07:21 AM
Available Land - Holly Springs - Rolemodel Woods
Can you find acreage in Holly Springs?
Holly Springs is one of the most popular "small towns" surrounding Raleigh.
It's no wonder Holly Springs, NC has been a Top 25 Best Place to Live - there are vibrant community programs, beautiful green parks, … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Rock & Roll Benefit Concert in Cary NC - 08/22/08 05:22 PM
For those of you who are going to be in the Raleigh/ Cary, NC area this September 19-20, don't forget to check out the benefit concert for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Jefferson Starship, Jack Bruce, Dave Mason and many other performers will share the stage at the … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Will the GPhone Revolutionize the Cell Phone Industry? - 08/22/08 03:36 PM
OK, this is very cool but, at the same time, as some people have suggested, kind of scary.
I'm talking about Google's soon to be released Android open free mobile platform.
I'm not buying in to the whole big brother thing about Google. Personally, I think they're doing a great job. … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Brookwood Forest - 1.5 Wooded Acres in Holly Springs NC - Bring Your Own Builder - 08/22/08 05:57 AM
Available Land - Holly Springs
Can you find acreage in Holly Springs?
Holly Springs is one of the most popular "small towns" surrounding Raleigh. It's no wonder Holly Springs, NC has been a Top 25 Best Place to Live - there are vibrant community programs, beautiful green parks, new shopping centers, … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Downtown Raleigh - Saturday, Aug 23 - PUDDLE OF MUDD & EVE 6 - FREE! - 08/21/08 07:53 PM
I have been waiting for this one ALL season! Bud Light Downtown Live will be packed and completely rockin' on Saturday!
Moore Square in the summer ramps it up beyond expectations with the live entertainment and the last show of the series for the year will be stellar! The full … (13 comments)
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raleigh: Wake County July 2008 Housing Market - 08/21/08 10:39 AM
The statistics are out for the month of July for the Triangle area of North Carolina. And in almost all areas, sales are down a bit from the increases we had seen in the months of May & June, quelling any hopes for a summer surge, as we had seen in previous … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Chapel Ridge - Chatham County Available Lots - Buying Land To Build on in the Raleigh Area - 08/19/08 07:01 AM
Chapel Ridge Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Chapel Ridge offers golf community living, just northwest of Pittsboro off Hwy 15/501.
The Chapel Ridge golf course is the 5th golf course to be built in Chatham County, and the … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Landlords in foreclosure cause tenants to get evicted - 08/18/08 02:23 PM
It happens every day and this is not the first time that a family contacted me because they need to find a place to live within a matter of a day or two because their landlord got behind on his mortgage payments and the bank is foreclosing on the property. And … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Calling all serious investors! Raleigh, NC still has deals with equity and $$$ flow! - 08/18/08 12:24 PM
If you're still bitten by the investment bug, look no further than Raleigh/Durham, NC. Our market is still holding and growing. You can also purchase reasonable newer homes that rent well and provide you with an equity nest egg.
Our team specializes in foreclosures, short sales and educating investors on … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Power of Positive Thinking...does it increase your bottom line? - 08/18/08 11:08 AM
I've been focused on so much negative lately that today, I decided to change my outlook. I can feel my focus and energy shifting to the glass half empty instead of half full. I refuse to go there and left it consume me!
I'm not going to look at the news … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Most beautiful townhome in Knightdale! Master down, 2large BRs plus loft up, 1car garage! - 08/18/08 08:02 AM
The owner just got married and would love to move on with her new husband! I'm looking for that one buyer who will fall in love with this beautiful home the minute they walk through the door.
5010 River Estates Drive, Knightdale, NC 27545 - MLS# 987865
This home will take … (0 comments)
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raleigh: 325 Mid Pines Drive, Raleigh NC 27606 - $449,000 - 08/15/08 02:28 PM
3.6 Acres - Horses Allowed!
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raleigh: Are you headed to the Carolina's? Top 5 Reasons why you should... - 08/15/08 09:14 AM
Like many of my neighbors, I was raised in the North East US. Actually Rochester, NY to be exact! However, I've discovered a wonderful place to live and raise a family here in Raleigh, NC.
One area that is still booming in a down market...good value!
Two hours to the coast...great … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Are you headed to the Carolina's? Top 5 Reasons why you should... - 08/15/08 09:13 AM
Like many of my neighbors, I was raised in the North East US. Actually Rochester, NY to be exact! However, I've discovered a wonderful place to live and raise a family here in Raleigh, NC.
One area that is still booming in a down market...good value!
Two hours to the coast...great … (0 comments)
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raleigh: NC Foreclosure Flood Gates Have Burst! - 08/14/08 12:08 PM
Well, after 8 years of helping investors find flips, rentals and lease purchases I thought I knew it all...let's just say things have changed today!
The past several months, there have been some choices for "decent" deals, but my daily search of MLS foreclosures is now yielding at least 50 homes … (1 comments)
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raleigh: Olympic Highlights I'm Going for the Gold! - 08/14/08 07:59 AM
Michael Phelps.....Yeah he's OK.
The Chinese girl's gymnastics team.....Sure, they're great. But not without controversy.
Shawn Johnson, Lebron James, Tyson Gay........Yawn, yawn, yawn!!!
This year, at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, the one to watch is Craig Rutman, the USA's weightlifting phenom.
At a whopping 150 pounds (fully clothed, dripping wet!) … (9 comments)
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raleigh: Donald Trump Speaks About the Housing Market - 08/12/08 10:01 PM
This morning on Good Morning America, a show I never watch, but just happened to come across while channel surfing, Donald Trump spoke out on the current state of the housing market.
Without getting into personalities, or whether or not you like him, when "The Donald" speaks about Real Estate, … (35 comments)
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raleigh: Temporary relocation for your clients...a solution! - 08/12/08 01:21 PM
If you've ever had to find temporary housing for a client you'll know it's quite a challenge to get a short term lease at an affordable rate. Most of the time you will only see a minimum short term lease of three months with a 60-day notice to vacate which isn't … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Newspapers & Dinosaurs- marketing in this century - 08/09/08 01:49 PM
If you're reading this blog, then you're not reading the newspaper to search for homes or to try and sell your home.
Remember thsoe full page ads from the (former) big real estate companies that had dozens of pictures of homes for sale on the page, some with a few lines … (1 comments)
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raleigh: Real Estate Help for when Life Happens - 08/09/08 08:40 AM
Life happens, we're here to help.
Families split up
Mortgage payments become too high
Companies go under, leaving employees without a job
Health issues change, causing a need for different type housing.
These days, it feels like more & more people need to sell their home or buy a different home, … (0 comments)
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raleigh: From Green & Gold to Gang Green Brett Farve Joins NY Jets - 08/07/08 06:04 AM
The following article, written by Mike Lupica, appeared in the New York's Daily News on August 7th, 2008. As a former NY'er who moved to the Raleigh area some time ago, I still follow my beloved Jets.
As "Farve" as I'm concerned, this is a good move for both the … (1 comments)
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raleigh: More Raleigh Rankings - 08/06/08 07:02 PM
Raleigh keeps getting positive attention in the news! In addition to the great rankings we noted recently, Raleigh has received several favorable reviews by bizjournals.com.
Raleigh was ranked #1 in "metros offering the best opportunities for young professionals". The study looked at markets that offered the best prospects for people in … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Need a new website or a redesign? Let me help! - 08/06/08 12:26 PM
Blogs and real estate websites go hand in hand. People want an easy way to manage their content on the web without being or needing a programmer. Diving into code isn’t a necessity anymore. We use a CMS (content management system) which is a dynamic, database driven website that is easy … (9 comments)
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raleigh: Topsail Island, Surf City, North Carolina - 08/05/08 08:50 PM
Topsail Island is a barrier island just off the coast of North Carolina. The ocean waters here are an unbelievable blue, shocking when you consider that this particular blue is normally seen in the Caribbean waters or in the Keys. It always surprises friends when they view photographs from the beach. … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Still Deciding to Buy a New home? This Info Might Help... - 08/05/08 12:03 PM
The following article, written by Kenneth R. Harney, appeared in the Washington Post on August 3rd.
It's great information for potential home-buyers who are still sitting on the fence as to whether or not to finally jump into the home buying process.
For information on buying a home in the Raleigh … (3 comments)
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raleigh: New to Active Rain - 08/05/08 09:36 AM
Hello Everybody !
My name is Graclyn Goldstein. I am a licensed Remax Integrity broker. I live up in North Raleigh by Falls Lake, and my office is located in Cary. I've been in the Real Estate business for over two years now, and prior to this i developed 50 Franchise restaurants throughout … (8 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh Home Values Continue to Rise - 2nd Quarter 2008 Reports Show Solid Appreciation - 08/04/08 11:35 AM
Raleigh Relocation - Triangle Market Reports
Home Values in Raleigh Continue to Rise
Steady Appreciation Across Five Triangle NC Counties
Second Quarter results are just being released - and those results are very positive for home values in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area.
While other areas of the country may be struggling to as a … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh Downtown Live Free concerts - 08/04/08 07:27 AM
It's August already, where did the summer go?
Fortunately we still have 2 concerts left at Moore Square
in Raleighs' Downtown Live series.
This weekend, August 9, Brian Howe, vocalist of the 1970's band Bad Company, will be the headliner, along with 6 other bands.
Easy to get to, right … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Online Insurance Quotes - life - home - auto - health - 08/03/08 02:26 PM
Meet Your Insurance Needs with Easy Deals 4 You.com!
Here at Easy Deals 4 You.com, we're committed to helping you find health, home, auto and life insurance that fits your needs-and your budget. We put you in the driver's seat, allowing you to compare up to five free quotes on the insurance … (0 comments)
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raleigh: RALEIGH, Clayton, Cary North Carolina Real Estate Market - 08/03/08 09:43 AM
We saw a slow down over the second quarter but the third quarter has picked up significantly. We have sold most of our inventory in new construction, two subdivisions with two homes left. So I think this is good news for the overall market. Even though the news keeps saying negative … (0 comments)
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raleigh: 1231 Stone Manor Drive, Raleigh, NC - 07/31/08 10:53 AM
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raleigh: Free 411 Information - 07/30/08 01:38 PM
Tired of spending money on 411 information calls?
Yeah. me too!
Well, Google has made it easy for anyone with a moblie phone to access information about business locations and/ or directions.
Best of all, it's FREE!
You don't need a computer, an Internet connection, or even the … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Moving to the Raleigh Area? We Want You! - 07/30/08 09:34 AM
We Want You!
OK, you've finally decided to make the move to the Raleigh, North Carolina area.
So now you're ready to start your home search.
One thing you will learn when working with my partner Linda and myself is that we will NOT sell you a home. We'll only … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Ahhh Golf - 07/30/08 07:30 AM
Golf Club Sign Here is an actual sign posted at a golf club in Scottsdale , Arizona: 1. BACK STRAIGHT, KNEES BENT, FEET SHOULDER WIDTH APART. 2. FORM A LOOSE GRIP. 3. KEEP YOUR HEAD … (6 comments)
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raleigh: As if you needed more reasons to live in this great state! - 07/26/08 12:58 PM
Advice, Bank Owned, Buyers, Foreclosure, Mortgage, Renting, Sellers, Uncategorized | Tags: yahoo real estate news, charlotte, raleigh, recession proof, downturn in real estate, bubble burst, corrective market, adjusting market, stable market
http://promo.realestate.yahoo.com/americas-recession-proof-cities.html
According to an article today on Yahoo news, Raleigh and Charlotte are two of the top ten places … (4 comments)
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raleigh: Olde Waverly - Fuquay Varina Available Lots - Buying Land to Build on in the Raleigh/Southern Wake County Area - 07/26/08 05:52 AM
Olde Waverly Offers Acreage in this Fuquay-Varina, NC Community!
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Olde Waverly offers homesites for custom homes in the $300s to $500s, less than 2 miles from the Hidden Valley Golf Club. in Fuquay Varina.
There are currently 11 lots available, ranging from $92,000 to … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Hampton Park - Fuquay Varina Available Lots - Buying Land to Build on in the Raleigh/Southern Wake County Area - 07/25/08 01:56 PM
Hampton Park Offers Spacious Homesites in this Fuquay-Varina Community!
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
The entrance sets the tone for Hampton Park, in Fuquay-Varina.
Homes in Hampton Park are generally in the $300s, with one Solar/Green/Energy Star home listed in the mid $400s.
New … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Wow! A great compliment and AR lead in one day - all before lunch! - 07/25/08 01:38 PM
My weekend is officially off to a WONDERFUL start!
I got a call this morning from a longtime friend. She's been offered a promotion and may be relocating to another state. She's currently debating if she should rent her current home or sell it.
We chatted for almost an hour about … (5 comments)
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raleigh: Let us take the headache out of house hunting! - 07/25/08 01:08 PM
Dear Mr. or Ms. Buyer,
I'm not here to sell you something...that's new right?! I actually pride myself on the service and follow up I provide to all my buyers whether you're looking for a home next month or a year from now. I also have some rules I want you … (0 comments)
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raleigh: The Raleigh Report. North Carolina. Helping Families make ends meet... - 07/24/08 04:05 PM
This was just emailed to me by Maggie Jeffus our Representative. Check it out...
"The Raleigh Report
From the Office of Representative Maggie Jeffus
July 23, 2008
This past Friday, the House of Representative and the Senate adjourned the 2008 Short Session. The next Long Session will convene … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Nozzle Rage (Or How I Hate the Price of Gas ) - 07/23/08 01:15 PM
Sick and tired of spending all your retirement money at the gas pump?
Yeah, me too!
Well, if nothing else, it's spurred a bunch of creativity on the internet.
Lots of people have created political cartoons, Photoshopped their frustrations and created videos to share their discontent.
This video is pretty hysterical.
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raleigh: Heritage Pointe - Sanford Available Lots - Buying Land to Build On in the Raleigh/Sanford Area - 07/23/08 10:25 AM
Heritage Pointe Offers Available Lots in this All-Brick Community
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Heritage Pointe in Sanford, NC has been very attractive to homebuyers looking for quiet, low-maintenance living.
The open space and wooded areas offer plenty of space.
Homes are well spread … (3 comments)
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raleigh: Email addresses & websites - KISS (Keep It Simple...Sweetie) - 07/21/08 08:59 PM
While cruising the MLS this afternoon I ran across a property that looked like a good match for a potential client I've been helping. When I clicked the listing to get details on the agent, I noticed that his email address was the most unforgettable thing I've ever seen - something … (10 comments)
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raleigh: Humans Will Eat Anything - 07/21/08 07:41 PM
Just a brief note before I begin: I am not a health food nut!
Hard to believe I'm sure. Just looking at my picture, you'd think I was!
However, whenever possible, I do try to eat things that are good for me. I don't eat fast food unless it's 2am, I'm … (8 comments)
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raleigh: We made Forbes! - 07/20/08 07:46 PM
Proving that now is a great time for Charlotteans to buy, Forbes recently released its "10 best cities in the country for house bargains" and Charlotte made the list, of course!
Forbes states that to determine the list, they looked at areas with healthy job growth and more houses available … (0 comments)
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raleigh: I'm Musically Screwed! - 07/18/08 08:40 AM
OK, let's get this right out in the open before the ranting begins...I love my partner Linda. She's not only my "Real Estate wife" as many have referred to us as, but she's one of my closest friends too. We have a great time working together, hanging socially, and just plain … (11 comments)
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raleigh: So you make $2100 a month? Sure, you can afford a $4100 mortgage payment. - 07/17/08 02:24 PM
Earlier this week I stumbled across a story on CNN Money about a New York woman and her family. (Read the full story) She made $25K a year, but with good credit and a $20K downpayment managed to receive a no-doc loan to purchase a $489K home. With a $4100 monthly … (10 comments)
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raleigh: 509 Shelden Drive, Raleigh, NC - Duplex - 07/17/08 09:26 AM
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raleigh: Juaquin Lane, Raleigh, NC - 07/17/08 09:23 AM
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raleigh: What does Land Cost in Raleigh, NC? Here's What You Might Pay To Buy a Lot in the Raleigh Area - 07/16/08 11:14 AM
What Does a Lot Cost in Raleigh, NC?
Finding Land to Build a Home On in the Raleigh Area
If you're considering building a home in the Raleigh, NC area, you're probably wondering what kind of lots and homesites are available, and how much those lots might cost.
For July 2008, … (4 comments)
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raleigh: 2430 Glascock Street, Raleigh NC 27610 - $134,900 - 07/16/08 08:51 AM
Amazing Ranch INSIDE the Beltline!
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raleigh: Chatham Forest Ridge - Chatham County Available Lots - Buying Land to Build on in the Raleigh Area - 07/16/08 05:46 AM
Chatham Forest Ridge Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Chatham Forest Ridge is an extension of the Chatham Forest community, just northwest of the famous "traffic circle" in downtown Pittsboro, and offers a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with plenty of … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Chatham Forest - Pittsboro Available Lots - Buying Land to Build On in Raleigh - 07/16/08 05:29 AM
Chatham Forest Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Chatham Forest is just northwest of the famous "traffic circle" in downtown Pittsboro, and offers a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with plenty of trees and green space.
The entrance to Chatham … (0 comments)
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raleigh: What is your home's Walk Score? - 07/14/08 07:59 AM
What is your home's Walk Score?
So what is all the buzz about a new site called Walk Score? A colleague sent an email to the agents in our office, Fonville Morisey, to share the benefits of this site. I thought it was pretty cool and wanted to share it with … (3 comments)
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raleigh: Cary, NC - One of the Fastest Growing Cities - 07/11/08 06:24 PM
In the new Census Bureau report for the year ended July 1st 2007, Cary made the list of the top 10 fastest growing cities. Cary actually made #5 on the list with a population growth of 7.3%. This puts the estimated population of Cary at 121,796.
While smaller cities top the fastest … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh Rankings - 07/11/08 06:18 PM
In recent reports in Forbes, Raleigh ranked high in two measures. First off Raleigh ranked #1 in the "top sellers market" for real estate. This was attributed to the strong local economy and continuing stability in real estate values. Although sales volume has slowed and by most Realtor's accounts we are … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Former San Diegan missing the beach. - 07/11/08 11:21 AM
I'm becoming an Active Rain addict and recently found the AR groups for the San Diego area . As a former resident of 16 years in Lemon Grove, I'm missing the beach most of all this summer. The beaches here in North Carolina are nice, but there's not enough to do there. And … (0 comments)
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raleigh: McMansions on sale in Cary, Apex, Raleigh North Carolina - 07/11/08 09:29 AM
I recently had a client ask me if there were any homes in Cary & Apex, formerly priced in the $500-600,000, range that he could get for in the $400,000's now.
Knowing what he was looking for; something relatively new, over 3000 sf, all the bells and whistles, etc, I did … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Once a Buffalonian, always a Buffalonian? - 07/11/08 07:35 AM
I was born in Buffalo, grew up in the town of Eden, and lived in Hamburg for the first 5 years of my married life. Our family now lives in the Raleigh North Carolina area, having left Buffalo in 1985 for all the usual reasons--- taxes, job market, weather, etc.
It's … (3 comments)
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raleigh: Bob Dylan says....When Choosing A Realtor in the Raleigh Area..... - 07/10/08 03:59 PM
We all know him as the reclusive man who's been in the forefront of folk music since the early '60's.
Bob Dylan has written hundreds of songs, touched millions of hearts, and played for millions of fans all around the world.
Well, now after nearly six decades of making … (5 comments)
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raleigh: 100 Years Later, Survival of the Fittest - 07/09/08 03:13 PM
In 1899 Elbert Hubbard, a successful soap salesman wrote an inspirational pamphlet titled, "A Message to Garcia." It was one of my grandfather's favorite stories. This is not a literal translation - but one that my grandfather copied for me, based on Mr. Hubbard's original. I've kept my copy, folded and yellow … (7 comments)
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raleigh: What type home can you get in the Raleigh NC area for what price? - 07/08/08 05:39 PM
Wondering how much home you can afford in the Raleigh NC area? Click on the example links below for a quick preview. We've used a typical criteria of 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a garage. Each category returned over 500 listings!
If you'd like to look for homes that match your … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Now's the time to buy a home in Wake County, NC - 07/08/08 08:35 AM
As of this morning, there are 8,924 active residential listings in Wake County, NC.
No, that's not a typo. There are nearly 9,000 homes available right now in Wake County. This includes the city of Raleigh and neighboring towns Wake Forest, Knightdale, Zebulon, Wendell, Garner, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, and Morrisville.
The average … (1 comments)
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raleigh: Wonderful home 5 bed/3 bth in Apex, NC - 07/07/08 10:32 AM
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raleigh: Happy 4th of July! - 07/03/08 07:52 AM
Baseball Hot Dogs Apple Pie
These words, when grouped together, can only be describing one thing:
The Good Old United States of America!
This 4th of July let's all take a moment to reflect on all the things that are great about our country. Freedom, liberty and … (4 comments)
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raleigh: I left a message after the beep, so CALL ME BACK!! - 07/02/08 11:13 AM
Imagine this. You meet someone at a conference, open house, Starbucks, or whatever. Small talk ensues. Through the conversation you discover that you have a common business interest, but for whatever reason the conversation has to end. The other person says:
"You know, I really want to talk with you further … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Rand Meadows in Raleigh - Buying Land to Build On In Raleigh - Build On Your Lot - 07/02/08 05:43 AM
Rand Meadows Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Where to Look - Buying Land to Build On in Raleigh
Rand Meadows offers delightful new custom homes, in a prime Raleigh location.
Rand Meadows is at the corner of Ten-Ten Road … (4 comments)
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raleigh: Listing at 820 Pencross Drive Raleigh, NC - 07/01/08 11:28 AM
Wonderful 3 bedroom plus bonus w/2.5 baths just minutes to shopping, schools & entertainment! You'll be impressed the minute you walk through the door: hardwood floors in the foyer, arched doorways on lower level, niches and plant shelves, spacious LR & DR, gourmet style kitchen w/ breakfast nook overlooking … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Obama McCain or..........Craig? - 07/01/08 10:15 AM
So you're still undecided as to who to vote for in the upcoming presidential elections.
You're choices have been narrowed for you!
You can vote Democrat.
Barcak Obama seems like a nice guy! His message "Change We Can Believe In" is very plausible.
You can vote Republican.
John McCain and his … (6 comments)
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raleigh: May 2008 Reports Show: Raleigh Area Homes Still Growing in Value - 07/01/08 07:05 AM
May 2008 Triangle Real Estate Appreciation
Wake County Continues to Show Slow and Steady Appreciation
The Raleigh/Triangle area is still showing the slow, steady appreciation that homeowners have enjoyed for the past 10 years.
Sales of homes throughout the first five months of 2008 have been analyzed, and a 3.21% … (2 comments)
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raleigh: Text Messaging - Yea or Nay? - 06/29/08 11:19 AM
Because I like working with first time homebuyers I realize that I have to target younger demographics. Therefore in an effort to be more accessible I have been thinking about adding a "text me now" widget to my website. Are those of you using this feature getting much out of it? … (15 comments)
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raleigh: Week 6: M2T Challenge - The KW Dynamic Divas Love Living in Raleigh, NC - 06/28/08 06:24 PM
Penny Robinson, Apprentice Darleen McCullen, Mentor
This week's assignment, Makeover2Takeover Week Six Challenge: "Being a Local Yokel" was fun. Penny and I work so much that we rarely have time to do anything fun within our local community - so this challenge provided a chance to get plugged back into the … (1 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh, NC: Smithsonian of the South - 06/28/08 04:05 PM
Written by:Penny Robinson, REALTOR®, BrokerKeller Williams RealtyPhone: 919.791.7070Email: pennyrobinson@kw.com
The Smithsonian of the South
Did you know that Raleigh, North Carolina is referred to as the Smithsonian of the south due to its unique concentration of museums? This capital city of North Carolina has an amazing mix of culture and … (7 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh, NC: A Great Place to Live, Play, Earn and Learn! - 06/28/08 03:14 PM
Written by:Darleen McCullen, REALTOR®, BrokerKeller Williams RealtyPhone: 919.454.8864Email: darleen@darleenmc.com
When people think of Raleigh, North Carolina, their minds may drift to The Andy Griffith Show – and Mayberry. It is through this show that many around the country first became acquainted with the city. But let me tell you – Raleigh … (20 comments)
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raleigh: Have you completed your mid-year checkup? - 06/27/08 12:30 PM
As we approach the end of the sixth month of 2008 it's time to complete your mid-year checkup.
What do I mean? Ask yourself a few questions:
How are you progressing on those goals you made for yourself for this year?
Have you continuously educated yourself on your market and the … (9 comments)
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raleigh: Old Fashion 4th of July Celebration in Apex NC - 06/27/08 10:18 AM
OLDE FASHION 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATIONFriday, July 4th 9:00AM - 1:00PM - FREE Apex celebrates America's Birthday with a day of fabulous family activities in downtown Apex on Salem Street. Red, white and blue colors will adorn the historic business district as folks gather to honor America and to celebrate over … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Does Your MLS Do This? - 06/24/08 12:13 AM
Do your customers currently compare the energy bills of potential homes? If so - then this might be interesting to you!
We were fortunate to have Dan McFarland, Southern Energy Management in our office today to discuss "HBA Green Built" certifications and "Energy Star" certifications - and specifically how those ratings relate to … (26 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh NC Real Estate: Avallon offers luxury and is "Close to Everything." - 06/23/08 07:46 PM
Avallon is a custom home community by Drees Homes in a prime Raleigh, NC, location just off of Edwards Mill Road.
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Very close to major shopping areas and the I-440 beltline, this community is a great option for anyone wanting luxury living combined with the convenience … (4 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh and Cary, NC: Another Boost from Kiplingers! - 06/23/08 09:39 AM
Walkable cities indeed! #2 city in the USA!
Raleigh and Cary, NC, are featured in this video from Kiplingers.
It is SO easy to be a local booster when one routinely has news like this promoting the area.
And it sure helps the practice of real estate, when relocatees have had access to … (4 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh NC Real Estate, Rue Sans Famille, Affordable enclave in desirable spot! - 06/21/08 10:35 PM
Located within close proximity of I-440, and Glenwood Avenue, is Rue Sans Famille, an older established neighborhood.
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Rue Sans Famille is close to major shopping areas like Cameron Village or Crabtree Valley Mall; a fine medical facility, Rex Hospital, and is literally a jump … (0 comments)
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raleigh: 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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raleigh: Cary NC: Seasonal blooms vividly decorate our properties! - 06/21/08 09:22 PM
It seems like something is always in bloom in Cary, NC. The Raleigh area of central North Carolina is a vast gardener's opportunity. I love the opportunity for abundant color, with species following species right into the summer. We are having a bonanza so far this year, following the drought of last … (4 comments)
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raleigh: Got "Blogger's Block?" You don't have to hit a home run every time! - 06/20/08 10:10 AM
Every Blogger gets a case of writer's block from time to time. Every one. Some recover faster than others, and some suffer tremendously.
I had about a 6 week episode recently where I couldn't do much of anything on my blogs, and it was driving me nuts. I propose the following … (55 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh, NC: Richland Run - Light & Bright Condo in Great Location - 06/19/08 06:28 PM
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raleigh: NAHB Looking For Grassroots Effort - 06/17/08 08:36 AM
The National Association of Homebuilders believes we need an Emergency Stimulus Bill... afterall, housing starts are at the lowest since 1991 (and as Tanta notes "completions followed starts off the cliff...).
The package, according to NAHB needs to include a "temporary tax credit for HomeBuyers," and, in thier Online Newsletter, they urge all … (3 comments)
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raleigh: Green and the Luxury Buyer - 06/16/08 01:55 PM
That's right... you can now offset your Charter Jet Service! WOW! ... and I'll bet there are some folks who are reading this scratching their head and asking "WHAT?"
Welcome to the new green world. Welcome to the world of Carbon Offsets. Welcome to a new set of three R's.. Recycle, Reuse, … (5 comments)
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raleigh: Raleigh, NC: We're #1! We're #1! Again and again! - 06/13/08 07:53 PM
Gotta love it.
This time it is MSNBC saying that the Raleigh, NC, area is the Best Place to live in these United States.
What's not to love?
Half-way between beautiful mountains and great beaches.
Half-way between the Northeast and the Gulf Coast.
Affordable real estate.
World-class universities
World-class technical research and … (3 comments)
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raleigh: How much house can you get in Apex North Carolina? - 06/13/08 11:36 AM
Thinking about relocating to the Raleigh North Carolina area? If you're already here, want to know what size home you can get for the averge price?
Maybe you'd like to know how your current home compares to the average price home?
Based on the latest data as of April, 2008, the average sold … (0 comments)
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raleigh: How much house can you get in Apex North Carolina? - 06/13/08 11:25 AM
Thinking about relocating to the Raleigh North Carolina area? Iif you're here, want to know what size home you can get for the averge price?
Maybe you'd like to know how your current home compares to the average price home?
Based on the latest data as of April, 2008, the average sold … (0 comments)
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raleigh: CFL's The Future of Lighting.....or Not?!!! - 06/13/08 07:50 AM
We all want to do our part in making our homes more energy efficient, safer for the environment, and easier to take care of. Green homes are becoming more and more popular.
Builders and consumers alike are taking the time when they design their homes to create houses that will function … (0 comments)
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raleigh: CFL's Are They the Future of Lighting......or Not?!!! - 06/13/08 07:47 AM
We all want to do our part in making our homes more energy efficient, safer for the environment, and easier to take care of. Green homes are becoming more and more popular.
Builders and consumers alike are taking the time when they design their homes to create houses that will function … (0 comments)
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raleigh: 2521 Friedland Place, #101, Raleigh, NC - 06/12/08 10:08 PM
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raleigh: First Time Home Buyers - Using VA Loan - 06/12/08 09:57 PM
Written by:Darleen McCullen, REALTOR®, BrokerKeller Williams RealtyPhone: 919.454.8864Email: darleen@darleenmc.com
When I saw that for this week's Makeover2Takeover Challenge Penny Robinson and I would be submitting a First Time Home Buyer's Packet-with a VA Loan twist-my heart literally filled with joy. Really, it did! Here's why...
It seems like yesterday that … (8 comments)
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raleigh: Still need to sell your home? - 06/12/08 08:19 AM
Yes, we all know this isn't the best time to get top dollar for your home, but don't get caught up in the mass hysteria. Houses ARE still selling!
The number one tip for selling your home today is to PRICE IT RIGHT! Call us to give you the information of what … (0 comments)
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raleigh: Still need to sell your home? - 06/12/08 08:11 AM
Yes, we all know this isn't the best time to get top dollar for your home, but don't get caught up in the mass hysteria. Houses ARE still selling!
The number one tip for selling your home today is to PRICE IT RIGHT! Call us to give you the information of what … (0 comments)
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raleigh: A Little Sick...A Lot of Funny!...But There's a Moral to Every Story! - 06/11/08 07:54 AM
I don't know where this came from. But, in my endless effort to view every web site on the internet, I came across this video.
I shared it with my partner Linda and it reminded us of a recent home inspection report where the inspector had called out a ripple in the carpet a … (4 comments)
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