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tax value: Charlotte NC Tax Value Compared to Market Value - 04/28/08 02:42 PM
  The tax value and market value of your home are important numbers to know. Tax value is important since it's the basis for calculating annual property taxes, while market value is crucial for homeowners looking to sell in the near future. Tax value and market value are two different values, and while … (2 comments)

tax value: Pitt property tax values on the rise - 02/07/08 03:38 PM
Glenn Cutrell, county tax assessor said average increases likely would be between 10% to 12%. He stated we could expect a grand majority of properties to have an increase depending on their location.
Pitt county manager D. Scott Elliott said the county's ad valorem property tax rate which is currently 71 cents … (0 comments)

tax value: The Tax Man Cometh! (In Cabarrus County NC, that is) - 01/16/08 07:48 PM
Hurts, doesn't it?  I got my love letter from the Cabarrus County Tax Assessor today as well.
Folks who live in Concord, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Mount Pleasant, and Midland NC are feeling the pinch tonight.  You see, in North Carolina, very often our tax values lag market values.  It's the natural side … (1 comments)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: How do Fee Appraisals and Tax Value Compare? - 06/28/07 04:33 PM
In this short video I discuss the differences and similarities of Tax Value and the value as determined by an appraiser. Many people ask or compare these different numbers. This video was produced to clear up any confusion.
You can subscribe to my channel on You Tube at: http://www.youtube.com/1211dave
Dave Kosmecki - AmStar … (0 comments)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Affordable living in Trappers Run - 05/13/07 09:08 PM

Nestled into a wooded area, Trappers Run  is a well-known neighborhood in central Cary, North Carolina.  The location is readily accessed from three sides, off Maynard Road, or through two adjoining subdivisions.  Grocery shopping and other necessities are available within a mile at Maynard Crossing or Preston Corners.
Development of the Trappers Run … (0 comments)

tax value: 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)

tax value: 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)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate. Dutchess Village, Great affordability and superior location! - 04/06/07 10:28 PM
Let's explore Dutchess Village, Cary, NC: 
 Dutchess Village is a mature and affordable neighborhood in the center of Cary, NC.  Dutchess Village is situated off High House Road, with the entrance just across from the Edgehill Farm entrance.  Access to the neighborhood is from High House Road, or through Oakwood Heights on Howland Avenue.   
Raleigh and NC State University are … (5 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Affordable living in Edgehill Farm - 04/05/07 10:31 PM
 
Edgehill Farm is an affordable neighborhood of 256 homes of various types, in Cary, North Carolina.   Edgehill Farm is situated northwest of the intersection of High House Road and Old Apex Road, and is accessed from either High House Road or Old Apex Road.  There is little through traffic, so streets are … (7 comments)

tax value: Apex, NC Real Estate, Beckett Crossing, Homes with style, Neighborhood with character! - 03/24/07 10:20 PM
Beckett Crossing is a pleasant and mature neighborhood in Apex, NC, off Olive Chapel Road.  Access to the neighborhood is directly from Olive Chapel Road or from Beaver Creek Shopping Center through Carriage Downs on Red Barn Way.
Raleigh or NC State University are a 30 minute commute.  The Research Triangle Park, … (0 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Life on the farm, Upchurch Farms! - 03/23/07 10:36 PM
Upchurch Farms is a relatively new neighborhood of approximately 250 homes off Jenks Carpenter Road in Cary, NC.  Upchurch Farms also borders the rear of the Davis Drive School campuses.      
Raleigh and North Carolina State University are a 30 minute commute.  The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about 20 minutes.  Heavy … (0 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Glenkirk in Cary. Live the dream! - 03/04/07 10:54 PM
Glenkirk is new community of homes in Cary, NC.  Glenkirk is still being constructed and only 5 sites are available for your architecturally-inspired dream home. 
Glenkirk is situated between Maynard Road and NW Cary Parkway north of their intersections with High House Road.  Entrances to the neighborhood are from both Cary Parkway and Maynard Road.  Also, Glenkirk can be accessed from High House … (2 comments)

tax value: Foreclosures 101 - 03/03/07 07:57 PM
I have had many clients ask about foreclosures and how to puchase one.  Here is a short list of some of the answers to basic questions.
NOTICE OF DEFAULT
What does this mean? 
Owner has been sent notice of default and is given opportunity to "redeem" or make right the note. 
Can I … (2 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Saratoga Orchard Park, Affordable housing in a great Cary location! - 03/02/07 10:38 PM
Saratoga Orchard Park is a community of 46 townhomes in Cary, NC.  Saratoga Orchard Park is situated southwest of the intersection of the Cary Parkway and High House Road.  Entrances to the neighborhood are from SW Maynard Road via Waterford Forest Apartment complex streets and via High House Road, allowing easy entrance and egress. 
The North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh is a … (2 comments)

tax value: Apex, NC Real Estate: Haddon Place, Fine Value and Close to everything! - 03/02/07 09:41 PM
Haddon Place is a pleasant and mature neighborhood of 102 homes off North Salem Street.  Brittley Way, the main artery of the neighborhood links North Salem Street with Haddon Hall, the adjoining subdivision.
Raleigh, NC is a 20 minute commute.  Cary is a 10 minute drive. The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same.  Both commutes … (4 comments)

tax value: Apex, NC Real Estate, Scott's Mill, An innovation in neotraditional development - 03/02/07 08:56 PM
 
Scott's Mill is a highly desired community built on neotraditional design.  Scott's Mill is located southwest of the center of old Apex, NC,off Apex-Barbecue Road.
Raleigh is a 25 minute commute.  The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same.  Both commutes can vary during heavy drive-time traffic.
The community was developed in the mid … (2 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Arlington Ridge, Affordable, Location, Convenience - 03/01/07 10:27 PM
Arlington Ridge is another mature community of 100+ homes in Cary, NC.  Arlington Ridge is situated southwest of the intersection of the Cary Parkway and High House Road.  Entrances to the neighborhood are from both Cary Parkway and High House Road, allowing easy entrance and egress. 
The North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh is a 20 minute drive.  The commute to the Research Triangle Park, "RTP," … (2 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Weatherstone...Life in the clouds in Cary, NC, 27513 - 02/01/07 08:18 PM
Weatherstone is a mature neighborhood of 200+ move-up homes in Cary.  Weatherstone is accessed from High House Road, east of the intersection with Cary Parkway, or from NW Maynard Road.   Raleigh is a 20 minute drive.  The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same.   Heavy drive-time traffic can lengthen either commute.
The neighborhood was … (1 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Easy and Affordable Living in Park Village...Cary, NC, 27519 - 02/01/07 11:38 AM
Park Village is a mature community of 600+ homes in Cary, NC.  Park Village is situated on Davis Drive, south of the intersection with High House Road.   Raleigh is a 20 minute drive.  The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same.   Drive-time traffic may lengthen commutes.
  Davis Drive entrance sign
The neighborhood was developed in the … (0 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Whitebridge...No Better Location in Cary, NC - 02/01/07 08:26 AM
Whitebridge is a mature neighborhood of 110 homes in Cary.  Whitebridge is situated on Davis Drive, just south of the intersection with High House Road.   Raleigh is a 20 minute commute.  The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same.  Both commutes can vary during heavy drive-time traffic.
The neighborhood was developed in the … (2 comments)

tax value: Cary, NC Real Estate, Giverny, the "best kept secret" in Cary, NC - 02/01/07 06:03 AM
Giverny is a pleasant and mature neighborhood of 92 homes off the Cary Parkway.  Giverny is nestled in between Bishop's Gate subdivision and Gralyn neighborhood of MacArthur Park. Access to the neighborhood is through Gralyn.
 
Raleigh is a 20 minute commute.  The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about the same.  Both commutes … (2 comments)

tax value: Avoid Lease Option Heartache! - 01/08/07 04:57 AM
Avoid Lease Option Heartache
So, you have some income, but you messed up your credit a few years back and with a couple of repossessions and a foreclosure, you think you'll never own a home again.  How could it get worse?
Well, one way to make it worse is to fall into a … (13 comments)

tax value: Wake County North Carolina Property Tax Value vs. Market Value - 01/07/07 06:51 PM
Wake County, North Carolina has a wonderful amount of on-line information available to the public.
Property Buyers and Sellers can access photos, notes on building permits, tax bills, deed history, subdivision or area sales, structure information, and a map of the property, including zoning, environmental features, and aerial photography.
http://www.wakegov.com/tax/default.htm
One item that … (15 comments)

 
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