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July 4th: Fireworks and Events Raleigh Durham Chapel Hill NC 2013

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:44:00 -0700

Fireworks on the 4th of July are some of the best memories we have each summer!

Here is a list of activities sorted by town and city. Several celebrations include “old fashioned” festivities for families such as face painting, potato sack races, and plenty of live music. Raleigh has added 2 fireworks displays this year at different times on July 4th.

The Triangle area is well-known for great music and a wonderful summer atmosphere. Pick your day, time, and activity and have a wonderful and safe Independence Day holiday.

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APEX – Olde Fashioned Fourth of July in Downtown Apex 7:00am – 2:00pm – Downtown streets are closed. Thursday July 4. Games, inflatables, bicycle parade (no fireworks).

BURLINGTON – July 4th in the Park. Take a blanket or lawn chair and find a spot on the famous hill at City Park and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display beginning just after the sun goes down. Fireworks are displayed on July 4th.

CARRBORO – Carrboro Town Commons 9:30am – 3:00pm – Music, face painting, balloon sculpture artists, roaming magicians, scrap exchange, games, food and more. Parade on Weaver Street in downtown Carrboro with events at the Town Commons.

CARY – Koka Booth Ampitheatre – 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm on July 4 - music and fireworks. Koka Kids Club fun: Scavenger Hunt, Happy Dan the Magic Man, Face Painters and more from 3 to 7 PM. The Ferris Wheel overlooking Symphony Lake ($5 for two riders, $3 for single riders)

CHAPEL HILL – Fireworks at Kenan Stadium. Join us and radio personality Ron Stutts from WCHL at Kenan Memorial Stadium on Thursday, July 4, to celebrate our nation’s rich history of freedom and independence. Live Music, Fireworks and Family Fun! Gates open at 7pm with family fun activities planned throughout the evening.

DURHAM- Durham Bulls Baseball Durham Bulls are playing a home game on July 4th and 5th. The baseball games start at 6:05pm. Lots of fun and festivities at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and American Tobacco Complex within walking distance. The Durham Bulls will have fireworks after each of the July 4th and July 5th games.

DURHAM- Pinhook’s Firework Party – Come watch the fireworks at Bulls Stadium from Pinhook’s back patio. Best view in town. Free fun all night long with tunes from DJ Dusty Tech.

FUQUAY VARINA – music, kid’s games and fireworks at Fuquay Varina’s South Park – 820 N. Main Street. July 3rd, gates open at 6 PM.

GARNER - July 3 (not July 4). Lake Benson Park – NC Symphony will perform. Gates open at 5pm with children’s inflatables from 5 to 8 PM. Fireworks show following the North Carolina Symphony performance.

MEBANE – Mebane 4th of July Family Music Festival – Mebane Arts and Community Center. 7:30 -10:00pm. Fireworks at 9:40pm – July 4. Admission is FREE. An inflatable obstacle course will be inside the MA&CC.

RALEIGH- Joel Lane Museum House – 11:00 am – 4:00pm – July 4 – Old Fashioned Celebration including reenactments of Colonial Life (no fireworks)

RALEIGH – The “Works!: July 4th, 2013 from Noon to 11 PM on Fayetteville Street and the Red Hat Ampitheatre in Downtown Raleigh, NC. – Events all day long and 2 Fireworks Shows in the Evening!

Independence Day Celebration during the day with live music, Beer/Wine tent, kids rides and games, Circus Maximus, street performers, eating contests, food and art vendors, Picnic on Fayetteville Street and much more! Fireworks will light up the sky over The Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts starting at around 9:15pm.

Fireworks at 9:15 pm: The earlier Fayetteville Street show will be for everyone’s enjoyment.. The Fayetteville Street fireworks will be launched from the surface parking lot bounded by South, Wilmington, Lenoir and Salisbury streets directly across from the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts

Fireworks at 10:15 pm: The 10:15 p.m. fireworks will be best viewed west of Fayetteville Street, in the Red Hat Amphitheater vicinity. Music begins at 6 PM. More details here.

WAKE FOREST – Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular on July 3rd. On July 4th there is a Children’s Parade at 10 AM and Arts and Games in the Park at 11 AM.

I hope you found this list helpful. I know how much fun fireworks and July 4th celebrations are with my family and friends!

Which are your favorite Triangle locations for fireworks?

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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Tankless Water Heaters – Water Heat Options

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:50:48 -0700

For many years, water heaters have not changed. You had a round cylinder in your closet, attic, crawlspace or garage. It was either powered by electricity or gas and the burners kept the water in the tank hot for washing dishes or taking a shower.

Tankless Water Heater. The newest technology in gas water heaters is called atankless water heater. It is about the size of a small suitcase. The new design does not have a holding tank for water; the water is heated on demand as you turn on your dishwasher or shower.

Like a traditional gas water heater, you can control the temperature of the water. The traditional water heater has a control knob on the heater while the tankless models have a digital readout panel that is often installed inside your home.

Advantages. Although more expensive initially, there are several advantages to having a tankless water heater:

The water heater takes up less space
It costs less to operate per year – the percentage varies depending on how many gallons of water water your household uses per day
It doesn’t have a tank that can rust or deteriorate so it has a longer estimated lifespan
The control panel is easier to access to adjust temperature – for example you can turn up the temperature to fill up a garden or whirlpool tub so the water is the right temperature after you fill the large tub.
They can be installed in a new home or in an existing home that has a traditional water heater in a different location.

Energy.Gov The US Department of Energy has an article with good information about tankless water heaters.

How About You? Have you had personal experience with tankless water heaters? If so, I would like to hear your comments below or send your comments here.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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Great Townhome in the heart of Cary with lots of Upgrades!

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 10:19:56 -0700

Don't miss this great opportunity in a great location!

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$149,900

Single Family Home

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3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Lot: 1,742 sqft

Location

108 Union Jack Lane
Cary, NC 27513
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Stunning Brick Home in Weston Estates with 1st Floor Master

Mon, 27 May 2013 17:13:21 -0700

Gorgeous brick home in Weston Estates with 1st Floor Master bedroom and large office with built-in bookshelves. Open family room with vaulted ceiling and stone fireplace, kitchen with spacious and sunny breakfast area. Second floor has 3 bedrooms and bonus / 5th bedroom. Fenced backyard with large patio and extensive landscaping. Updates include carpet, refinished hardwoods and granite.

To schedule a personal tour of this amazing home, contact Amy's office at (919) 469-6539 or Contact Amy here.

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Memorial Day Celebrations Raleigh NC 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:30:46 -0700

Memorial Day is an important day to recognize those who gave their freedom.

Below are some events to help you and your family commemorate Memorial Day in Raleigh.

Thanks to Go Downtown Raleigh for the information.

Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at North Carolina State Capital

Monday, May 27, 2013
11 AM to 12 Noon
North Carolina State Capital
Details click here.

Marbles Museum Open for Memorial Day

Monday, May 27, 2013
9 AM to 5 PM
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Stars, Stripes and Celebration! at Marbles Museum

Monday, May 27, 2013
9 AM to 5 PM
Star Spangled Dance Party, Fireworks Painting, Rocket Science and more!
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I hope you find this list helpful as we all remember the importance of Memorial Day.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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Spacious Townhome in the heart of Cary, North Carolina

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:22:40 -0700

This home has many great upgrades and space in a fabulous location in the heart of Cary, North Carolina

If you know of anyone who is looking for a great location and an upgraded townhome, contact our office at (919) 469-6539 for a personal tour.

~ Amy

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

"I will give it to you straight - NO FLUFF!"

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The History of Peeps

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:55:49 -0700

I am amazed at how often Peeps are mentioned as people get ready for the Easter holiday.

Mass Production: Peeps were a product of the Rodda Candy Company. In 1953 Just Born candy company purchased the Rodda Candy Company. Peeps turn 60 years old this year!

Bob Born of Just Born loved the way the marshmallow chick looked. In 1954 Bob Born created a machine that would produce large quantities of marshmallow chicks. Bob Born also trademarked the name “Peeps”. The Peeps were created in three colors: pink, white and yellow.

Peeps All Year Long: The Peeps were so successful that Just Born became the largest Marshmallow candy manufacturer world wide. Just Born began creating seasonally manufactured peeps in the 1960s. The Marshmallow Peeps Bunny was introduced in the early 1980’s. In 1995, lavender colored peeps were introduced and blue Peeps were introduced in 1998 just in time for Easter.

New Peeps Flavors: Vanilla Flavored Peeps were produced in 1999, and in 2000 Strawberry Flavored Peeps were introduced. The Chocolate Peep was released in 2002.

Cook Them So Many Ways: I have heard of friends eating them “raw”, microwave peeps, fried peeps and even roasting peeps on a stick!

Today you can find recipes for Peeps, display ideas and more! Peeps has some great ideas here.

How About You? Which is your favorite peep? Do you have a favorite “Peep” Recipe?

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

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Insurance News 5 Tips for Getting Good Insurance for your Home or Car

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:16:39 -0800

Many people are receiving notices of increasing insurance premiums for their homeowners and auto insurance. You can get quality insurance at a reasonable rate if you know how to shop for insurance.

Not all companies are offering the same options so it is important to shop around to get the best combination of rate, coverage and customer service.

Here are 5 tips for getting insurance for your home or car:

Shop Coverage, Not Annual Premium - While saving money on the premium seems like the obvious choice, if you are underinsured and have a claim you will lose a lot of money. The replacement value of your home and how much you insure for your contents are important so if you have a major claim like a house fire, there is enough money to replace your personal items and furniture.

Increase Deductible - Your premium will decrease if you increase your deductible. Move from $500 to $1000 for example and save money.

Insure Your Home and Cars with Same Company - Most insurance companies want your business for both your home and your cars,boat, and motorcycle. So they will give you their lowest combined premium if you get their home/auto discount by using that company for both policies.

Review Insurance Annually - It is easy to get comfortable with your insurance when the premium doesn’t go up very much or if you do not file a claim for a couple of years. But asking your insurance agent for an annual review and comparing what you are paying for your coverage to other companies is a good way to save money. Most people do not read the fine print that comes in the mail which details coverage changes so people only act when they see the higher bill arrive.

Check With an Insurance Broker - Insurance brokers can check on the best coverage with a number of companies so you can easily compare the differences in coverage and premium to make an informed decision. A broker will educate you on what some of the differences are in the offerings of different companies.

Keep Your Credit Score High - Insurance is tied into your credit score as well as your driving history, and how many homeowners claims you have filed. Keeping a high credit score will help you get the lowest premium on your home and auto insurance.

Protect yourself by getting quality insurance and using a reputable and local contact for your insurance. A good insurance agent or broker will help guide you through the insurance process, which seems to be changing regularly.

How About You? Do you find these insurance tips helpful as you investigate coverage and pricing for your insurance? Comment below and let me know your thoughts for connect with Amy Shair here.

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Touchup Paint: Do It Yourself Paint Tips

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 06:19:26 -0800

Whether you just bought a house or are getting ready to re-arrange a room, touch-up painting is inevitable.

Even if you just had your house painted, small marks can show up from additional work that was done or re-positioning your furniture back into the rooms.

All of us have gone into a home where you can see every spot that was touched up because the paint didn’t quite match or you can see the brush strokes or roller lines along the wall.

Here are tips to make sure no one can see you touched up

Use flat paint - Flat paint is designed for easy touch up. If you have eggshell or semi-gloss on the walls, they will not touch up. On eggshell finishes you will need to paint that wall completely rather than touch up or you will be able to see in the finish where it has been touched up.

Use the same brand of paint - If the paint can you have is dried up or almost empty, be sure to get the same brand and type of paint to use for touch up. Different brands have slightly different formulas which will be more visible on the wall after touch-up. All paints are not created equal! Ideally bring the can of paint to the store so the employee can match it exactly.

Test the paint - Decorators like to recommend that people use slightly lighter or darker shades of a color in a hallway or adjacent room so do not assume the paint you have matches all rooms even if it looks similar. Unless you know for a fact what color is in each area, you should test an area that is hidden or on a small wall so if it doesn’t match you can easily repaint that area. Be sure to let the paint dry completely before deciding if it is the right shade and is a perfect match.

White is not always the same - On trim paint or ceilings, if it is white be sure to follow tips 2 and 3 above. There are many shades of white and for the untrained eye it is difficult to tell the difference until the colors are on the wall or ceiling.

New Construction - If you bought a new home you should be able to contact the builder to find out what paint colors were used and what brand of paint was used. Some builders will leave leftover paint but the brand and color might not be listed on the small can.

Painting is relatively inexpensive and makes a great impression. Have fun touching up!

How about you? Have you ever had difficulty matching paint when you were trying to touch up a certain area? Comment below or call my office at (919) 469-6539. I am eager to hear your thoughts.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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Selling or Buying a Home with an Underground Storage Tank (UST)

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:56:37 -0800

Photo courtesy of Cohesion Environmental Services. Used with permission.

Older homes in NC were originally heated with oil heat which required the homeowner to have a tank, often called “ust” or underground storage tanks. Since the tanks were large and held several hundred gallons of oil, they were often buried so they wouldn’t be an eyesore. Most of the oil heating systems have been replaced with newer systems fueled by electricity, natural gas or propane gas and the underground oil tanks were just left in place. Over time, many of the tanks have leaked, allowing oil to contaminate the soil.

Superfund Sites: Now, there is a superfund to help cover the costs of having the tanks removed from residential properties. The state of NC has information about the superfund program on their website - http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wm/ust .

The original superfund guidelines required the authorization and documentation from the tank owner who last used the tank in order for the superfund to cover the costs. This was often difficult or impossible so the guidelines were modified so homeowners can use the superfund even if the heating system was no longer oil when they purchased the home or if the last user of the oil system has passed away.

Soil Testing: The process involves having the soil tested to confirm if the tank has leaked. Removal of the tank, any remaining oil, and contaminated soil follows. The final step is receiving documentation that the process is complete and no further action is required. Environmental companies like Cohesion, Inc. do this work in the Raleigh/Durham area and are familiar with the superfund.

Does your home have a UST? If you own or are buying an older home and are not sure if there is an underground oil tank, look around your yard and driveway for a metal pipe petruding from the ground. It may be cut off and just below ground level or may be along the driveway side or backside of the home. I have seen some very close to the foundation so it may be in the landscaped area. Cohesion’s website has more detailed information on locating a tank http://cohesion-inc.com/residential/services/tank-locating/

How about you? Have you ever had an underground storage tank on your property?

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

"I will give it to you straight - NO FLUFF!"

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Buyers Top 6 Qualities in a Real Estate Professional Raleigh Durham NC

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 05:50:08 -0800

I saw this great article in Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate and thought it had some great points that I would like to elaborate on.

Today’s Homebuyer is looking for certain characteristics in their Real Estate Professional. All of the points below are what I am seeing as I work with buyers.

1. Brutal Honesty: The Buyer in today’s market is looking for guidance and support. Often this means that they want to hear the truth of a situation (even if it is hard to hear). They want to get to a resolution quickly and most effectively reach the desired goal.

2. Exceptional Service: Today’s Buyer is looking for top level service. They desire an expert in a desired area who can answer the questions they have, but also help answer the questions they did NOT ask (but should).

3. Clear Direction: The Buyer in today’s market wants an agent who has a clear path to their desired result. They want someone who listens to what they are looking for, and will have a full plan of how to get them into their dream home.

4. The Right to Choose: Today’s Buyer wants to right to make choices during the buying process. They are educated consumers and have opinions about certain things. This is also important why Clear Direction (above) is important to Buyer’s know what areas they CAN have a choice in.

5. Professional Input: The Buyer in Today’s Market wants to make sure they are making the decisions. It is important as a Buyer’s Agent that you give your Buyers the information to process so they can make the best informed decision for their lives and their family.

6. Sympathetic Ear: Today’s Buyer wants an agent who is sympathetic to their needs and challenges, yet also strong enough to remind them of the ultimate goal, which is finding the best house at the best price in the most desirable location.

How about you? What do you look for in a Real Estate Professional when buying your home?

Comment below or contact our office at (919) 469-6539 with any questions and/or comments you may have.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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New Home Construction in 2013 – Real Estate Wake and Durham County NC

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 09:53:25 -0800

As the economy improves, real estate is buzzing in the Triangle area. Builders are continuing to apply for new permits and I have seen a lot more contractors on site in neighborhoods throughout Raleigh, Durham and Cary.

New Construction Home Types: The types of homes being built include townhomes, starter homes and luxury homes. Builders have gone into developments that stalled during the economic downturn and have bought up the vacant lots. That is great news for homeowners who have been living with their neighborhoods partially completed or feeling like a ghost town.

National builders like Pulte, David Weekly andDR Horton have been busy in 2012 building homes in those communities. Custom builders have also been busy with buyers who are now ready to build their dream home.

2013 Construction Plans: Plans for more development will continue in 2013. Controversy still surrounds development in the Southpoint Mall area off Hwy 751 where 2 developers are working with the city and county to build new residential developments.Apex, Holly Springs and Fuquay Varina are busy with new development as the southern extension of I-540 is opening in those areas.

Standard Pacific Homes is just one builder building in Wake Forest in 2013. Del Webbis getting started on their new active adult community near Brier Creek which will be very active for 2013.

New Construction Buyer Representation: Having a buyer agent’s representationcontinues to be very important – see my previous blog post for a detailed explanation. Builders are offering a rotating incentive of either closing costs, lot premiums or free upgrades.

2013 Construction Trends: Finally, an important trend to note is having an extra guest room or flex space. Many new homes are being built with a room on the main level that has a full bath so it can be used as a guest suite. 3rd floor finished space is much easier for resale if the 3rd floor has a full bathroom so the room can be used as a bonus room or additional bedroom.

Buyers are seeing the value of these flex spaces for visiting family, combined households, or having a first floor suite for recovering from medical procedures.

How about you? Are you seeing more new construction homes in your area as well? Feel free to comment below or call / text me at (919) 818-5001.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

"I will give it to you straight - NO FLUFF!"

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In Appreciation: Veteran's Day 2012 Military Free Meals and Discounts

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 17:04:34 -0800

As you know, our Veterans are some of the bravest and most sacrificial Americans we know. I found this great site, TheMilitaryWallet.com, which links to the MANY Veterans Day Meals, Deals and Discounts honoring our Veterans this year.

Restaurants

Some great restaurants are participating:

Applebees, Champs, Golden Corral, Denny's, Outback, Red Robin and More!

Retail Stores

Home Depot and Lowe's offer Military Coupons
Veterans Day Discounts:
- Amazon
- Big Lots
- Dollar General
- Food Lion

Attractions

Anheuser-Busch Parks free Admission
Colonial Williamsburg
Historic Jamestown
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Regional Attractions and More!

Check out The Military Wallet for a complete list update.

THANK YOU to all of our veterans who serve. We appreciate your sacrifice and service.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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Elections 2012: Wake, Durham, Chatham, Orange, Franklin & Johnston Counties

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 06:42:51 -0700

Elections 2012 Polling Places, Board of Elections: Wake, Durham, Chatham, Orange, Franklin and Johnston County

As you know, we have a national election soon. I wanted to make sure everyone had the direct information for local polling places, board of elections and more.

Chatham County

A list of Chatham County’s polling places is updated regularly by the Chatham County Board of Elections. You can determine your voting precinct by using the NC Board of Elections’ online search tool.

For more information, contact the Chatham County Board of Elections at (919) 545-8500 or write to them at P. O. Box 111, Pittsboro, NC 27312. The Chatham County Board of Elections office is located at 984 Thompson Street, Suite D, Pittsboro.

Durham County

A list of Durham County’s polling places is updated regularly by the Durham County Board of Elections. You can determine your voting precinct by using the NC Board of Elections’ online search tool.

For more information, contact the Durham County Board of Elections at (919) 560-0700 or write to them at 706 West Corporation Street, Durham, NC 27701.

Franklin County

A list of Franklin County’s polling places is updated regularly by the Franklin County Board of Elections. You can determine your voting precinct by using the NC Board of Elections’ online search tool.

For more information, contact the Franklin County Board of Elections at (919) 496-3898 or write to them at PO Box 180, 107 Industrial Drive, Louisburg, NC 27549

Johnston County

A list of Johnston County’s polling places is updated regularly by the Johnston County Board of Elections. You can determine your voting precinct by using the NC Board of Elections’ online search tool.

For more information, contact the Johnston County Board of Elections at (919) 989-5095 or write to them at P.O. Box 1172 Smithfield, NC 27577 . The Johnston County Board of Elections office is located at 205 S. Second Street, Smithfield, NC 27577 .

Orange County

A list of Orange County’s polling places is updated regularly by the Orange County Board of Elections. You can determine your voting precinct by using the NC Board of Elections’online search tool.

For more information, contact the Orange County Board of Elections by emailing Tracy Reams, the Director of the Orange County Board of Elections.

Wake County

A list of Wake County’s polling places is updated regularly by the Wake County Board of Elections. You can determine your voting precinct by using the NC Board of Elections’ online search tool.

For more information, call the Wake County Board of Elections at (919) 856-6240 or write to them at PO Box 695 , Raleigh NC 27602-0695. The Wake County Board of Elections is located at 337 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh NC 27601 .

I hope you found this information useful to find your local polling place and county Board of Elections. Thanks to ask.com for some of this information.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

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Immaculate Home with Large Storage Building and Workshop...Must See!

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 12:52:16 -0700

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

"I will give it to you straight - NO FLUFF!"

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New Home Fireplace Trend in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and Cary North Carolina

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 13:07:21 -0700

Everyone likes sitting next to a roaring fire in the wintertime, hearing the crackling of the logs and smelling the wood.

So whether it's a natural gas fireplace, fireplace with gas that is ventless, or a corner electric fireplace, they all encourage the same type of feelings.

The fireplace mantle is the focal point of many family rooms, holding family photos and Christmas stockings. Fireplaces are associated with happy memories. Builders have decided that buyers should choose whether a fireplace comes with their new homes.

Details: Here is a list buyers provided of reasons for not including a fireplace in their new homes:

1) Gas log fireplaces are not romantic

2) People do not want to deal with getting real wood for a wood burning fireplace

3) Some new fireplaces do little to heat the house

4) Fireplaces make it hard to arrange furniture

5) Buyers do not want to pay the thousands of dollars for a fireplace

Remember Resale: For resale, a fireplace is now a neutral factor. So if you are looking to purchase a home think about whether having a fireplace is important to you.

How about you? Is a fireplace important to you and your family?

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

Award Winning Agent Serving Durham, Cary, Raleigh & Chapel Hill for 20+ Years

"I will give it to you straight - NO FLUFF!"

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Williamsburg-Style 3 Bedroom First Floor Master near Lochmere Cary NC

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 08:59:15 -0700

Beautiful Williamsburg-style 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Beauty

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$325,000

Single Family Home

Main Features

3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Lot: 2,252 sqft

Location

108 Palace Green
Cary, NC 27518
USA

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North Carolina Annual Property Tax Bills: Wake, Durham and Orange County

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 18:14:28 -0700

I have been asked by many clients about the annual North Carolina Property Tax Bills.

The state of North Carolina issues property tax bills on an annual basis. Often the bills are mailed out to Taxpayers at the end of July or August each year.

Here is some information by county:

Durham County: Durham County mailed out their 2012 Property Tax Bills at the end of July. Taxes must be paid on or before January 7, 2013 to avoid interest and additional collection costs. You can search for your Durham County tax bill. Durham County also offers an option to pay your tax bill in person, by credit card or online.

Orange County: Orange County will have their property tax bills delivered by mid August 2012 Tax Bills. Taxpayers may pay their property tax bill by cash, check or money order, credit card or personal online banking. Please Note: In 2010, Orange County updated their bill numbers, so you may need to search by property address if you don’t have your old account number.

Wake County: Wake County mailed out their 2012 Property Tax Bills at the end of July. Taxpayers may pay their property tax bills by mail, personal online banking or by telephone via Visa or Mastercard.

Please Note: Mortgage companies are not automatically sent copies of tax bills, if your mortgage lender is paying your taxes from an escrow account. The majority of lenders electronically access and retrieve tax data directly fromWakeCounty, eliminating the need for a paper copy of the bill.

Even if your mortgage company pays your annual property taxes through an escrow account, it is always good to keep review your tax information online to ensure that payment has been made.

Was this information helpful to keeping track of your annual North Carolina property tax bill?

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North Carolina Sales Tax Free Holiday Weekend – August 3 to August 5, 2012

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:31:09 -0700

North Carolina is one of the few states to offer an annual tax-free weekend on certain Back-To-School items:

Detailed Tax Holiday List details

Clothing, shoes and school supplies which cost $100 or less

List of EXEMPT Items

Computers which cost $3,500 or less

Please Note: Netbooks, and table computers qualify for the tax free saving, but e-readers and cell phones are not included.

Computer supplies which cost $250 or less
This also includes: Computer Printers and printer supplies, printer paper and printer ink

School Instructional items and materials which cost $300 or less

Sports equipment which cost $50 or less

If you have more questions, the state of North Carolina has a Sales Tax Holiday FAQ to assist.

I hope you found this information helpful and are able to save some money!

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July 4th: Fireworks and Events Raleigh Durham Chapel Hill Cary NC 2012

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 06:24:21 -0700

There are many festivities scheduled for the weekend of the 4th of July.

Here is a list of activities listed by town and city. Several celebrations include “old fashioned” festivities for families such as face painting, potato sack races, and plenty of live music.

The Triangle area is well-known for great music and a wonderful summer atmosphere. Pick your day, time and activity and have a wonderful Independence Day holiday.

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APEX - Downtown Apex 9:00am - 1:00pm - Wednesday July 4. Games, inflatables, bicycle parade (no fireworks).

BURLINGTON - July 3rd in the Park. The Magnificents Band with a free concert at 6 PM, fun for all ages 6 to 8 PM, Fireworks later- July 3 - Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration - Burlington City Park softball fields.

CARRBORO - Carrboro Town Commons 9:30am - 3:00pm - July 4th. Music, face painting, balloon sculpture artists, roaming magicians, scrap exchange, games, food and more. Parade on Weaver Street in downtown Carrboro with events at the Town Commons.

CARY - Koka Booth Ampitheatre - 3:00 - 11:00pm July 4 - music and fireworks. Koka Kids Club fun: Video Gaming truck, Magic shows, Face Painting and a family scavenger hunt from 3 to 7 PM.

CHAPEL HILL - Back by Popular Demand! Fireworks at Keenan Stadium gates open at 7 PM, fireworks at 9:30 PM.

CHAPEL HILL- Horace Williams House - 1:00 - 3:00pm - July 4. Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration.

DURHAM- Festival on the Eno - West Point on the Eno, Durham City Park - N. Roxboro St. 3 day festival, Wednesday July 4, Saturday July 7, and Sunday July 8. 10:00am - 6:00pm daily. Booths, activities, performers on all 3 days.

DURHAM- Durham Bulls Baseball Durham Bulls are playing a home game on July 4th and 5th. The baseball game starts at 6:05pm. Lots of fun and festivities at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and American Tobacco Complex within walking distance.

FUQUAY VARINA - music, kid's games and fireworks at Fuquay Varina's South Park - 820 N. Main Street. July 3rd, gates open at 6 PM.

GARNER - July 3 (not July 4). Lake Benson Park - NC Symphony will perform. Gates open at 5pm and will have fireworks after dark.

MEBANE - Annual Music Festival and Fireworks - Mebane Arts and Community Center. 7:30 -10:00pm Fireworks 9:40pm - July 4.

RALEIGH- Joel Lane Musuem House - 11:00 am - 4:00pm - July 4 - Old Fashioned Celebration including reenactments of Colonial Life (no fireworks)

RALEIGH - Raleigh Convention Center (Please Note: no fireworks at the State Fairgrounds this year!) - July4th Fayetteville Street - Events all day long: King BMX Stunt Show, Hot Dog Eating Contest, Ice Cream Eating Contest, Music Performances at Morgan Street Stage, Courthouse Steps and the City Plaza Stage. Fireworks at 9:30 PM.

I hope you found this list helpful. I know how much fun fireworks and July 4th celebrations are with my family.

Which are your favorite Triangle locations for fireworks?

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

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July 4th Apex, Fuquay Varina, Garner and More Fireworks and Family Fun

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:46:14 -0700

July 4th Fireworks and Family Celebrations are happening in many cities throughout the Triangle this year.

APEX – Downtown Apex 9:00am – 1:00pm – Wednesday July 4. Games, inflatables, bicycle parade (no fireworks).

FUQUAY VARINA – music, kid’s games and fireworks at Fuquay Varina’s South Park – 820 N. Main Street. July 3rd, gates open at 6 PM.

GARNER - July 3 (not July 4). Lake Benson Park – NC Symphony will perform. Gates open at 5pm and will have fireworks after dark.

For a full list of Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and other Triangle locations please click the full list HERE.

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Durham NC July 4th Fireworks and Family Events Durham 2012

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 12:58:07 -0700

Durham North Carolina offers some nice family attractions for 4th of July in Durham NC this year.

DURHAM- Festival on the Eno – West Point on the Eno, Durham City Park – N. Roxboro St. 3 day festival, Wednesday July 4, Saturday July 7, and Sunday July 8. 10:00am – 6:00pm daily. Booths, activities, performers on all 3 days. Please Note: There are no fireworks listed for this event.

For a complete list of Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill and more Fireworks Click Here for a comprehensive list.

I have been to each of these events, and they are really great family fun.

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Raleigh NC July 4th Fireworks 2012 Locations

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 06:32:59 -0700

The city of Raleigh has made some changes to fireworks this year.

RALEIGH – Raleigh Convention Center (Please Note: no fireworks at the State Fairgrounds this year!) - July4th Fayetteville Street – Events all day long: King BMX Stunt Show, Hot Dog Eating Contest, Ice Cream Eating Contest, Music Performances at Morgan Street Stage, Courthouse Steps and the City Plaza Stage. Fireworks at 9:30 PM.

RALEIGH- Joel Lane Musuem House – 11:00 am – 4:00pm – July 4 – Old Fashioned Celebration including reenactments of Colonial Life (no fireworks)

To see a full list of July 4th Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary NC Fireworks, see this comprehensive list.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

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Cary NC July 4th Fireworks 2012

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:43:55 -0700

Cary North Carolina offers some of the best July 4th fireworks in Wake County NC for families !

CARY – Koka Booth Ampitheatre – 3:00 – 11:00pm July 4 - music and fireworks.

Koka Kids Club fun: Video Gaming truck, Magic shows, Face Painting and a family scavenger hunt from 3 to 7 PM.

Have you ever been to Koka Booth Ampitheatre? It really is a great location.

For a complete list of all Apex, Cary, Chapel Hill and Durham fireworks Click Here for the comprehensive list.

Amy Shair, Re/Max United

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