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raleigh nc: Why Live in Wake Forest NC? We Are One of Nine Most Notable! - 03/28/10 05:42 PM
Wake Forest NC is one of the nine most high growth areas in the country according to Gadberry Groups "9 from 2009"!
Wake Forest NC earned the #6 spot on the list due to it's explosive growth from 2000 - 2009! Overall Wake Forest grew 118% or increased households from 8150 in 2000 to 17,803 in 2009 - that's exciting! Why are so many now calling Wake Forest NC home? Many reasons!
Location:
Wake Forest has easy access to downtown Raleigh NC via Capital Blvd or us 401. This close proximity allows many of Raleigh … (2 comments)
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raleigh nc: Where Do I Live? Fastest Growing Metro (Area) in the US - That's Where! - 03/19/09 10:07 AM
I blog about - my collegues in the area blog about it - It's REAL! Raleigh and it's dreamy suburbs like Cary, Wake Forest, and others have been consistently forging ahead! City and Town Planners have been hard at work making the synergy known as RTP or Raleigh-Durham or The Triangle thrive with the least amount of disrusption to it's residents.
Guess what? It has worked! Raleigh-Cary has been named the Fastest Growing Metro in the US.
Some superb points from the WRAL article are:
"The combined population of North Carolina's capital city and its family-friendly suburb increased to 1.1 … (12 comments)
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raleigh nc: Raleigh, NC Rental Owners Now Have To Register With The City - 03/01/09 08:18 AM
Beginning March 1, 2009, all rental property owners will be required to register their rental properties under Article H: of the City of Raleigh Code. Properties will then need to renew annually during the same time period. March 1 - April 30.
This rental registration will create a database that will promote responsible management, assist in providing a safe habitat for residents and neighbors of rental dwellings, safeguard property values and expedite repair of residential housing accommodations. The database may also be used to improve contact in case of emergency by Police, Fire, EMS or Inspections.
The fee for registration is $30.00 … (18 comments)
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raleigh nc: Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors® Responds to News & Observer - 10/27/08 01:08 PM
Once again, media has taken the opportunity to use scare tactics with consumers. While the national housing market may be less than favorable the local Triangle area housing market has continued to consistently stay ahead of the trend as evidenced by an article from Stacey Anfindsen with solid statistics from the Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors®.
For the N&O article in full please click here. And, here is the response.......
Responding to the News & Observer:Stacey Anfindsen Shares More Accurate Depiction of Market and Five Reasons Not to Panic Over Local Home Prices In response to the main headline in the 10/27/08 N&O, I … (4 comments)
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raleigh nc: Raleigh NC #2 for Best City on Kiplinger's Top 25 - 05/25/08 09:05 AM
On June 10 Kiplinger will release its much anticipated report for the Top 25 Cities in the United States. Raleigh has ranked #2!!
One of the standards used by Bob Cook in evaluating cities was "How is this city going to benefit you financially?" Other criteria for the final determination were "population of members of the 'creative class' " which includes:
Scientists Engineers Artists Teachers It is the belief of the magazine that the "creative class" benefits a city by contributing to it's economy by helping it to prosper economically as well as culturally.
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raleigh nc: Wakefield Estates - Wake Forest - 6564 Wakefalls Drive - Secluded, Peaceful and Private! - 03/29/08 05:38 PM
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raleigh nc: Raleigh NC Did It Again! #1 For Business and Careers! - 03/19/08 07:00 PM
Well, for those of us that live here it comes as NO SURPRISE! For the second straight year Raleigh has topped Forbes List for "Best Places for Business and Careers". It was quite an honor and achievement last year but to do it again? FANTASTIC!
According to the statistics Raleigh's business costs are 14% below the national average and we have one of the most educated labor supplies in the country. 38% of our adult population possess a college degree and 12% hold a graduate degree. Scott Hoyt - did you read that? Are you backing up their statistics or is … (2 comments)
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raleigh nc: The Epicenter of Collegiate Sports....Feel the Vibe? Part II - 02/28/08 07:11 PM
Continuing on from my previous post The Epicenter of Collegiate Sports...Feel the Vibe? Part I .....
North Carolina State University Wolfpack!!!
Basketball:
NC State University Wolfpack is one of the four teams that make up the Big Four and is also the biggest rival to UNC Tar Heels. The air gets pretty electrified here in NC during game times. You either bleed Wolfpack Red or Carolina Blue. (And then ya gotta throw in the whole Blue Devils and Demon Deacons into the mix......later post!)
Some great stats and trivia for the Wolfpack are:
The tradition of cutting down the nets after winning a championship was started … (3 comments)
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raleigh nc: Slingshot - Let It Propel You! - Great Raleigh NC Networking Tool...... - 02/28/08 09:58 AM
A great new networking tool was launched today in Raleigh, NC. SLINGSHOT
SLINGSHOT is an on-line marketplace that has been designed to bring small businesses of a variety of backgrounds together in one location to share ideas, attract customers and find partners.
As with other networking sites you can create a profile which can include your business vitals, your services offered, post pictures, etc.....
Check them out and see what you think....great idea for the local area!
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raleigh nc: Estate Home in North Raleigh - Epitome of Luxury - Please take virtual tour! - 01/22/08 07:38 PM
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raleigh nc: Walking Distance to Pool! Walk to schools! 3bs/2.5bt Wakefield Plantation - 01/03/08 01:17 PM
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raleigh nc: So, What DOES Raleigh and Brad Pitt Have in Common??? - 01/02/08 06:46 PM
An investment firm!!!
I am sure that many of you have already read the news about Brad Pitt and his efforts to rebuild portions of New Orleans. Specifically, the Lower 9th Ward. His organization "Make It Right 9" and more specifically "The Pink Project" are stunning examples of a global focus on bringing us all together and helping people to rebuild not only their physical homes but in the process, their lives.
An astounding team was formed that is comprised of Graft, an architecture firm based in Los Angeles, William McDonough, a green design expert and Cherokee, an investment firm here … (0 comments)
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raleigh nc: Kid's Exchange - HUGE Sale - Jim Graham Bldg at the NC State Fair Grounds - 01/02/08 06:10 PM
Last weekend for the Kid's Exchange! Looking for children's items such as clothes, car seats, furniture and toys? Look no further! The Kid's Exchange has everything you are looking for. The public sale is scheduled for:
Friday, January 4 9am-6pm
Saturday, January 5 9am-5pm
Sunday, January 6 10am-5pm - 50% Off Day
Just a few of the vendors this year are:
The Pampered Chef Tupperware Backyard Playgrounds Storybook Safari Kidsville News
In conjuction with the Kid's Exchange be sure to visit the Parents Fair offering products and services at "show" prices. For more information please visit the Official website offering times … (0 comments)
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raleigh nc: Ah, The Holidays......A Good Time To Sell Your Home? - 11/19/07 06:45 PM
I received my first phone call today from a seller that is contemplating taking their home off the market over the Holidays and re-listing after the New Year. She asked me what I thought......In addition to what I told her I also have some thought from other agents and thought I would share all of them with you.
Homes are at their cleanest at this time of year. With all of the families visiting and festivities around us the homes are decorated beautifully! Every sense a buyer has is touched in some way from the sights of homes lit up with lights, … (0 comments)
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raleigh nc: I dare you to find this price anywhere else in Wakefield Plantation! Beautiful home! - 11/14/07 07:26 AM
Beautiful home in much desired Wakefield Plantation! Walk to all Wakefield Schools!Great open floorplan with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus a bonus room! Room for everything! Kitchen is sunny and bright! Enjoy your picturesque back yard from either your screened in porch or deck! Neighborhood park is across the street and the home is convenient to shopping, dining and recreational activites such as community swimming pool!Don't miss this great opportunity to live in Wakefield Plantation - at this price this gorgeous home will not stay on market long!
For more information please visit this homes website......
Leesa
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raleigh nc: Just the Facts, Ma'am.... - 11/09/07 02:39 PM
A thought-provoking article just came across the wire on WRAL which I am sure will raise temperatures of buyers, seller, and Realtors.....Basically, the article is relating to a proposal that would limit what Home Inspectors are allowed to put on their reports. I have a few inspectors that read this blog and I would welcome their perspective!Currently, from what I have experienced and from what I understand, a home inspector can inlude on his report for a home his "opinion". An example would be: The 10 year old air conditioning system in a home. If the inspector inspects the system and … (3 comments)
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raleigh nc: 2007 Raleigh Christmas Parade - 11/09/07 09:16 AM
Wow - where has this year gone????
The 63rd Annual Raleigh Christmas Parade is happening next weekend! Can you believe it? Unfortunately, my family and I have missed it the last few years but NOT THIS TIME! We can't wait.
The parade starts at 9:30am and lasts about 2.5 fun-filled hours! Check out the link for the parade route......there are still some sponsorship opportunities available! WRAL also has some additional information available!
Leesa
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raleigh nc: NEW LISTING that will not last! Incredible price for this home... - 10/27/07 10:57 AM
$209,900 - Yes, that is not a typo. Please visit this
homes website and take the virtual tour. You will
not be sorry! Custom details throughout - master
bedroom with fireplace - great deck - soaring
ceilings, custom kitchen, fireplace in living room,
two master bedrooms, three full baths (and 1 half)......
Please call or email if you would like more information!
Leesa
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raleigh nc: OPEN HOUSE! Last weekend of the 2007 Parade of Homes! - 10/07/07 04:42 PM
Linville, Raleigh - I cordially invite everyone to visit my open house at 11229 Conley Cove Court on October 13 and October 14 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
I will be holding this exquisite home open both Saturday the 13th and Sunday the 14th. Come tour one of the most luxurious homes currently on the market! Hope to see you then! Please mention that you saw my OPEN HOUSE mentioned here on Active Rain to be registered to win a free gas card!
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Leesa L. Finley -Wake Forest NC REALTOR® Wake Forest NC & Raleigh NC Real Estate
Wake Forest,
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