The Beverly Hillbillies Strike Gold in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area! - 03/31/10 10:43 PM
The Beverly Hillbillies Strike Gold
in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area!Once again, another happy family finds their
dream home in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area.
This time it's the Clampett's!
An obviously very happy Jed, Granny and Ellie May, along with their preferred lender, took some time to pose with me for this photograph just after the closing!
Jethro couldn't be at the closing as he was out hunting squirrels for the Clampett's first dinner in their new
Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area home!
 





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The Waltons Love Their New Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area Home! Good Night John Boy! - 03/28/10 05:33 PM
 The Waltons Love Their New
Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area Home! Good Night John Boy!





About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com
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Without question, this is the strangest thing I've seen today...but it is still early!!! - 03/26/10 11:01 AM
Without question, this is the strangest thing I've seen today...but it is still early!!!What to do when you are bored at work.....1. Kill a few flies2. Put them in the sun to dry for an hour or so.3. Once they’re dry, pick up a pencil and paper & let your  imagination flow.Here are a few examples of the strangeness...




Naturally, what I want to know, is who works in an office with this many flies?!!!
Clearly, this is the strangest thing I've seen today...but it is still early!!!




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19th Annual Cary Easter Egg Hunt - Cary, North Carolina - March 28, 2010 - 03/25/10 11:05 AM
This Saturday, the 19th Annual Cary Easter Egg Hunt will once again delight thousands of children and parents alike!
The festivities will begin at 10AM, Saturday March 28, 2010 at the Fred G. Bond Metro Park on High House Road in Cary.Entertainment will be provided by magician Magic Shaun, Harris Teeter’s mascot “Harry the Dragon,” the Cary Police and
Fire and Rescue Departments
….and, of course....
the Easter Bunny himself! Cary’s Teen Council will host “Breakfast with the Bunny” from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.  Children will have the opportunity to enjoy breakfast and take pictures with the … (32 comments)

Scotts Mill - Apex, North Carolina - A Work, Live, Play Community - 03/25/10 10:13 AM
Scotts Mill - Apex, North Carolina - A Work, Live, Play Community

The Scotts Mill subdivision, tucked away in the southwest corner of Apex, North Carolina , offers everything a homeowner could ask for!
Formed in 1997, Scotts Mill prides itself on its neo-classical home designs as well as its multiple playgrounds, huge clubhouse, Olympic sized pool, tennis and volley ball courts, and its quiet cul-de-sac streets. The Scotts Mill swim team, the Sea Dragons, has over 170 members and competes with other local subdivision swim teams.!Only minutes from downtown Raleigh and the Research Triangle Park, Scotts Mill has … (2 comments)

Archie Bunker Says... Don't Be a Meathead. Call Craig When Buying or Selling a Home in the Raleigh/ Cary Apex, NC Area!!! - 03/24/10 08:39 AM
 Archie Bunker Says...
Don't Be a Meathead!
Call Craig When Buying or Selling a Home in the
Raleigh - Cary - Apex, NC Area!!!





About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

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15th Annual Dog Day Charity Race - March 28th - North Carolina State University - 03/23/10 01:42 PM

15th Annual Dog Day Charity Race 
March 28th, 2010 
North Carolina State University
On March 28th, 2010, runners and dog owners alike are invited to compete in the 15th Annual Dog Day Charity event to be held at the NC State University Club in Raleigh North Carolina.
There will be a people only 5K run and a dogs and owners 2 mile walk. All proceeds from the event will go to the Wake County Animal Shelter.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and top three female 5K runners, and all registered participants will receive … (15 comments)

Another Beautiful Home in Cary, NC - Sold by Craig Rutman - Your Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area Realtor! - 03/22/10 08:34 AM
Another Beautiful Home in Cary, NC - Sold by Craig Rutman
Your Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area Realtor!
 

 
This beautiful home, located in the Park at West Lake, right in the heart of Cary, NC, proved to be the perfect home for my happy buyers!Whether it's new construction, a resale home, or a foreclosure, if you're thinking about making the move to the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area, begin your search at www.justNChomes.com, your one stop shop for buying or selling a home in the Triangle area of North Carolina.
My Happy Buyer's New Home!
 


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The 2nd Annual "St. Craig's Day" Celebration Begins Now! - 03/17/10 04:41 PM

Every year, on March 17th, or whenever they can remember, people from all over the world, forget their troubles, look foward to new beginnings and celebrate the Patron Saint of Real Estate.....Craig Rutman!
Yes, you can still drink beer! In fact, today it's encouraged!

Yes, you can still wear green! But please, for the sake of humanity, not as much as this guy!

And today, my dear readers, I've gone to great lengths to make it easier for you to celebrate St. Craig's Day!!!
Instead of that boring shamrock thing all the sheeple typically wear, today you can … (40 comments)

Happy St. Patrick's Day Everyone! - 03/17/10 04:01 PM
Happy St. Patrick's Day Everyone!

Happy St. Patrick's Day Everyone!
 




About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com
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(Table) Tennis Anyone? Cary, North Carolina to Host Nation's Largest Table Tennis Competition - 03/17/10 08:58 AM
(Table) Tennis Anyone?
Cary, North Carolina to Host Nation's Largest Table Tennis Competition
 

Fun Things to do in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area
Beginning at noon on March 17-20, 2010, at the Bond Park Community Center in Cary, more than 300 athletes from around the world will gather to compete in the 2010 Butterfly Cary Cup Championship – the largest table tennis competition in the United States. There will be over $11,000 in prize money handed out to the winners this year!

There will also be a FREE clinic from 4-5PM on the 17th to help … (16 comments)

Golf Courses in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina Area - 03/16/10 09:56 AM
Golf Courses in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina Area

With temperatures in the 60's, and topping out in the 70's this week, it's time to start thinking about hitting the links!
There are over 30 golf courses in and around the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area of North Carolina. So, finding a course that suits your level of play will never be a problem.
Fixing that slice in your drive..... well, that's another story!

 Many of the courses are public, and some are even TPC golf courses that have tournament events.
We even have lighted golf … (13 comments)

Be a Movie Star - Or Just Live Like One! Townhome for Sale in One of Raleigh's Premier Locations The Brier Creek Country Club - 03/15/10 11:38 AM
Be a Movie Star - Or Just Live Like One! 
Townhome for Sale in One of Raleigh's Premier Locations
The Brier Creek Country Club

Arnold Palmer designed golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness center, restaurants, playgrounds, MOVIE STARS!
Oh, OK. Maybe not movie stars!

But you can live like one in this mint condition town home located in Raleigh's premiere country club, Brier Creek.Patterned after the model, this 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bathroom home has every upgrade imaginable!
Granite counter tops Tile back splash Extensive wide plank cherry finish hardwoods Under cabinet lighting Ceramic tile bathrooms Berber … (23 comments)

Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead tonight! And, please, don't forget to check the batteries in your smoke detectors! - 03/13/10 05:16 PM
Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead tonight!And, please, don't forget to check the batteries in your smoke detectors!





About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com
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Is Finding the Right Realtor to Help You Buy or Sell Your Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina Home Making You Dizzy? - 03/10/10 09:41 AM
Is Finding the Right Realtor to Help You Buy or Sell Your Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina Home Making You Dizzy?

 
Buyers:
Will your Realtor show you the homes that YOU want to see?  Will your Realtor answer your calls and emails promptly? Will your Realtor created a custom search to alert you when a new home that meets YOUR criteria becomes available? Do you even have an experienced Realtor in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area working on your behalf promoting YOUR best interests? Sellers:
Will your Realtor embrace the latest technologies to insure that your home is being … (28 comments)

Last Night I Was in the Same Room with 2 Rock & Roll Hall of Famers! - 03/09/10 03:14 PM
Last Night I Was in the Same Room with 2 Rock & Roll Hall of Famers!

Sometimes, after a hard day's work in the Real Estate business, it's nice to just relax and treat yourself to a night out.
Last night was just one of those nights!
I had negotiated for the better part of the day on a new construction home in Cary that my buyers really wanted. $340 some odd thousand dollars later, we finally struck a deal!And then it was my time to relax! Right here in Raleigh, NC, I had the pleasure of seeing in … (38 comments)

But. But. But, That's Not What I Meant to Say....What I Meant to Say Was..... - 03/08/10 10:26 AM
 When working with the public sector, as we Real Estate agents do, we're constantly selling ourselves and our value proposition.
 It's very important that we choose our words carefully so as not to offend anyone, or lose them as a potential client.  One wrong slip and chances are we won't be invited back to list that client's home or help them buy a house.

Here is a perfect example of something taken out of context.....The words, and some wonderful editing, have changed the whole meaning of this beloved children's film...
Scary Poppins
 
The point of this post, is … (38 comments)

Yabba Dabba Doo...Not Try This At Home Kids! The Most Shocking Thing I've Seen Today! - 03/06/10 08:20 PM
Yabba Dabba Doo...Not Try This At Home Kids!
The Most Shocking Thing I've Seen Today!
 
Well folks, after a long day of showing homes in the Raleigh/ Cary and Apex area today, it's finally time to relax on a Saturday night.
And that can mean only one thing.....It's time for the most shocking thing I've seen today!As I continue my quest to visit every web site ever created, I came across this little gem!It's the Flintstones as you've never seen them before.......Truly shocking.....
Yabba Dabba Don't!
 




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3 Bedroom Well Loved Ranch Home on 1.55 Acres in Franklinton, NC - $139,900 - 03/05/10 06:15 PM
3 Bedroom Well Loved Ranch Home on 1.55 Acres
in Franklinton, NC - $139,900

Tour this home now!
 
This meticulously maintained, move in condition, 3 bedroom ranch style home is truly turn key.Situated on 1.55 acres of  very private property, this home has been well loved by its owners.Fresh neutral paint throughout, extensive hardwood flooring, new carpet in the bedrooms and ceramic tile flooring in the kitchen are just a few of the amenities that make this house a home.The master bedroom boasts a vaulted ceiling, walk in closet and a private bathroom with garden tub and separate … (19 comments)

So You Want a Screened In Porch, Huh? Well, OK. You Can Have One in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area! - 03/04/10 04:21 PM
Growing up in New York City, I had never even heard of a screened in porch. Looking back, I came to realize, that this was the closest experience I had to even being in one...

But, since moving down to the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area nearly a decade ago, I quickly learned that screened in porches are a wonderful addition to a home.
With our (usually) great weather, you could literally enjoy the comforts of a screened in porch 10 months out of the year!

If you want a home with a screened in porch, you don't have … (36 comments)

Al Roker Apologizes to Craig Rutman for the Snowy Weather in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina Area! - 03/03/10 09:14 AM
Al Roker Apologizes to Craig Rutman for the Snowy Weather in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina Area!
 
For those of you who read my blog post yesterday about the weather forecast for the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina area, you know that I was not happy about wintery weather here in the South!I expect it in January. I even can handle some in February.
But, my dear readers, it's March. And, to have snow in March is just not the norm for this area. In fact, we typically average about 7" of snow annually here  in the … (27 comments)

Snow in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area...In March? Who Can I Complain to About This? - 03/02/10 09:02 PM
Snow in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area...In March? Who Can I Complain to About This? Really? I mean really? Are you kidding me?
Last I checked, it was March 2nd.
We're not supposed to have any snow in the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area this time of year!
But that's what's expected tonight into tomorrow.
How am I supposed to take pictures of the listing I'm entering in to the MLS tomorrow? Better yet, how am I supposed to even get to my listing?
Who's in charge here? And who can I complain to about this weather we're having?!!!!
 


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