RECENT BLOG POSTS
4
Comments
When I saw the television ad for Wachovia's Pick-a-Payment mortgage, my jaw hit the floor. I saw the commercial at least a month ago, but couldn't formulate a coherent blog entry until now - I was that irritated.In the midst of the fallout over shoddy lending practices, Wachovia chose to push THI...
04/12/2008
2
Comments
The Triangle Multiple Listing Service has published the newest market stats, based on MLS activity. If you don't want to read the fine details, I'll summarize: there isn't much good news here.Still with me? OK, let's dive in...Durham is feeling the effects of the housing downturn, as is the rest ...
04/07/2008
0
Comments
Broadway, here we come. Construction is still underway at the new Durham Performing Arts Center in downtown Durham, but several major Broadway shows are already headed this way. "The Color Purple" will premiere in May 2009. Tickets are already available at http://www.dpacnc.com/. A few more shows...
02/28/2008
We've just reduced the price on 158 Lin Tilley in Northern Durham. This almost 2400 square foot home is now going for $224,900. New paint and carpet, renovated kitchen, huge screened deck, and a two car garage are just a few of the features. See all of the pictures and more information at http:/...
02/28/2008
0
Comments
This week's events cover a wide spectrum. Musicians of all ages are taking to the stage, with concerts from the Durham Public Schools Honors Band and the Duke Symphony Orchestra. Several exhibits continue to run at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University. If you haven't been to Parker & Otis...
02/28/2008
1
Comments
A couple of weeks ago, I posted about a great deal being offered by new home builder Lennar. Apparently, M/I Homes has decided to go one better. Lennar offered a 30 year fixed rate mortgage at 4.875% - M/I is offering 3.875% for the first year, which adjusts to 4.875% in years 2-30. Looks like th...
02/22/2008
0
Comments
There are several changes and additions to the tax code for 2007 filings. As we know, the Senate passed an economic stimulus package last week. The high point of the deal is a special, one time payment to American taxpayers. Individuals making less than $75,000 per year and couples making less t...
02/21/2008
1
Comments
The Historic Durham Athletic Park is undergoing renovation, and the City of Durham, NC wants your help to ensure that the rehabilitation is accurate in detail. You can help bring back this piece of Americana - the DAP, as it is affectionately known, served as home field for the Durham Bulls for ...
02/18/2008
Do you recommend pre-sale inspections to your clients as a part of the pre-listing activities? I have recommended lots of marketing ideas to my clients - everything from staging to incentives, and yes, pre-sale inspections. Almost everything I recommend is met with glee and a sparkle in the selle...
02/15/2008
0
Comments
Durham: A Self Portrait is back for a return engagement at the 14th Annual Black Diaspora Film Festival. This film sold out when it ran at The Carolina Theatre last November; it is now making the rounds of several venues across the city. Also playing thie week: Arlo Guthrie at The Carolina Theat...
02/12/2008