Outer Banks, NC Deals - 01/31/08 12:32 PM
My friends at Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty tell me that deals abound in the Outer Banks. Bank owned and foreclosed properties are on the market. While this is a definite letdown from the high flying market there over the past few years, it is a great opportunity for those who want (0 comments)
Durham, NC Event Calendar - 01/31/08 07:24 AM
Here's the latest Durham Community Event Calendar. The Soul Power music series is underway at Duke, with Mavis Staples and the Blind Boys of Alabama taking the stage on February 8. Also at Duke, "Chicago, the Musical" will be onstage February 5. Also check out late night tango, Carolina shag, downtown (0 comments)
Downtown Durham Condos from $138,900 - 01/29/08 11:36 PM
www.Mangum506.com Mangum 506 Condominum offers fresh, modern design in up and coming downtown Durham. Choose from a variety of floorplans, 10 foot ceilings, huge windows, hardwood floors, and Energy Star appliances. Private garages and dramatic city views are available with many units. Prices start at $138,900 - this new construction condo is the first (0 comments)
The Millionaire Inside - 01/29/08 10:06 AM
CNBC is airing an episode of its series "The Millionaire Inside" tonight. The topic: Debt Makeover. A panel of "money mentors" will advise four people/couples on strategies to overcome their current debt situations. I encourage all to watch and comment. I'm especially interested in Kristopher & Sophia, a Nevada couple that made huge (3 comments)
Free House in Durham NC - 01/28/08 02:28 PM
I hear from the local listservs that the owner of 1704 W Markham Street (the Tate house) is giving this house away - if the recipient will move it from its current location. The owner will provide $5000 towards moving costs. The home, located across the street from Duke University's East (2 comments)
Just Listed - Beautiful Hope Valley Contemporary - 01/26/08 10:02 AM
Modern architecture in one of Durham's most established and prestigious neighborhoods - this home is a rare opportunity. Completely rehabbed over the past year, this Hope Valley home offers uninterrupted wooded views, rejuvenated landscaping, and custom touches both inside and out. Interior features include refinished hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows, (0 comments)
Just Listed - Spacious Northern Durham Home - 01/26/08 09:51 AM
We've just listed this home in Northern Durham. It's just off Hwy 501, so it's a straight shot to I-85, Hwy 147 (the Durham Freeway), and downtown. This home has a great floor plan at almost 2400 square feet - the rooms are big, and there's space for congregating, as well (0 comments)
Just Listed - Trinity Park Arts and Craft Bungalow - 01/26/08 09:39 AM
Derek Mangum just listed this Trinity Park home at 1320 N Gregson. He says it's a "keeper"; lots of the original details have been preserved, and strategic updates have been made. Gregson is a busy stretch of road...BUT it has a wonderful herb garden and an additional lot included - lots (0 comments)
Just Listed - New Construction in Willowhaven - 01/26/08 09:31 AM
We just listed this new construction home at 535 Continental in the Willowhaven neighborhood. It's a great custom build by T.O.W. Inc - their homes are always quality, with details you don't see even in much pricier homes. This is a beautiful open floor plan, and has almost a wall of (0 comments)
Downtown Durham Residential Options - 01/26/08 08:20 AM
There's apparently lots of new residential options coming in downtown Durham over the next couple of years. I attended a Downtown Durham Inc luncheon a couple of months ago where many of the downtown developers presented their upcoming residential projects. In a nutshell - lots of apartments for rent, some great restaurants, (0 comments)
Where Great Things Happen - 01/26/08 08:03 AM
Check out http://www.wheregreatthingshappen.com/share/. This is a fun site designed to let Durhamites put their own twist on Durham's brand, "Where Great Things Happen". Read stories from your neighbors, and share your own. (0 comments)
Holistic Real Estate - 01/26/08 07:55 AM
A fellow Realtor just told me about Amberly, a huge planned community in Cary. OK, OK, that's not exactly a unique concept. But this community's plan apparently goes way beyond your typical "cut down trees, grade land, insert clubhouse and pool here" concept of real estate development. Amberly actually has a (2 comments)