Cary NC Sales Tax Holiday Begins Next Weekend - 07/29/10 07:37 PM
Cary NC Sales Tax Holiday Begins Next Weekend Wake County families can save money on eligible back-to-school items by participating in North Carolina’s sales tax holiday weekend on August 6-8. If basic school supplies, clothing, and a new computer are on your back-to-school shopping list this year, then taking advantage of the state's sales tax holiday weekend will be a great time to bargain shop.
Clothing, footwear, and school supplies of $100 or less per item; school instructional materials of $300 or less per item; sports and recreational equipment of $50 or less per item; computers of $3,500 or less … (2 comments)

Best of Cary- Carolina Preserve Del Webb Named Best Senior Living - 07/26/10 02:39 PM
Best of Cary- Carolina Preserve Del Webb Named Best Senior Living Best of Cary - Carolina Preserve Del Webb Named Best Senior Living is no surprise to anyone that has visited this spectacular community.  Pulte Homes has a wide variety of housing choices, from twin villas to single family homes of all shapes and sizes.  Homes can be modifies by adding sun rooms, screened lanais, lofts, and even basements.

A few years ago in Cary NC Pulte Homes changed its pricing structure to make these homes more affordable.  Upgrades were made optional and a base home was created.  Buyer then choose their … (0 comments)

Best of Cary- Adore Designer Resale Named Best Consignment - 07/26/10 12:40 PM
Best of Cary - Adore Designer Resale Named Best Consignment Best of Cary - Adore Designer Reeale named Best Consignment Store in Cary NC.  It's no wonder with the business model of owner Nancy Alinovi.  Adore Designer Resale is best described as mostly consignment, a dash of resale, and a pinch of designer samples.

It's meant to attract style conscience consumers, on a budget, who also want to have a little fun. Feel free to schedule a Ladies Night with your best gals selecting and trying on high-end designer resales.  Did I mention with a glass of wine?

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Best of Cary-Fonville Morisey Realty- Best Real Estate Company and Best Realtor Website - 07/25/10 03:48 PM
Best of Cary - Fonville Morisey Realty Best Real Estate Company and Best Realtor Website Tell me something I didn't know!

 The annual Best of Cary list is out and Fonville Morisey Realty takes the top spot for
Best Real Estate Company and Best Realtor Website.
When I started in real estate I went to Fonville Morisey Real Estate School, then joined the ranks at the Fonville Morisey Preston Office in Cary

Why Fonville Morisey Realty?

Like many others, when selecting a Real Estate company the choices are numerous, and overwhelming.  For me the choice … (1 comments)

Cary NC Housing Trends and Statistics - June '09-'10 - 07/23/10 02:46 PM

Cary NC Housing Trends and Statistics  - June '09 - '10 This past spring has seen a surge in Cary NC Housing Trends and Statistics.  Stats are up!  Cary NC area market saw a sharp rise in home
sales in March and April.  June saw a leveling off of the spike.

Looking at the housing trend over a one year period SOLDS were up 33.8%
Looking at the housing trend over a 15 month period SOLDS were up and astounding 77%

The below graph is representative of ALL SALES, including new and resale, homes, town homes, condos. … (0 comments)

Staging Your Home in Cary NC - 07/23/10 02:09 PM
Staging Your Home in Cary NC
Staging your home in Cary NC is an important aspect of the selling process.  Buyers want to imagine themselves and their possessions in the house.  Buying a home is an emotional process that involves all the senses.  Buyers will be swayed by a bright, fresh smelling home that they can imagine living in themselves.  It is a challenge to live in home that has been "staged", just remember, a well staged home sells quicker, therefore, the outcome is worth the effort.
What is "Staging".  Staging your home is "depersonalizing" a space and turning … (0 comments)

The Value of Your Home in Cary NC - 07/22/10 03:14 PM
The Value of Your Home in Cary NC
What can I get for my home?
The value of your home in Cary NC is determined by the buyer. Unfortunatley agents are not issued a "crystal ball" at Real Estate School.  What they are given is the know-how to understand the value of any given home.


What DOES NOT effect the Value of Your Home in Cary NC

Your previous sale price What you or others think it is worth An past appraisal - the market is fluid and appraised values change The amount of money you need to … (2 comments)

Well Technician or Realtor? Cary NC - 07/21/10 06:39 PM
Well Technician or Realtor? Cary NC Last week while trying to get a home closed for my seller I was asking myself, am I a Well Technician or Realtor?

 In this case both!

 That is what I needed to do to get this home to close successfully.

Let me back up a bit.  My sellers already relocated to Baltimore from Cary NC area.  We were in the final stages of repairs when the well failed the all important water test inspection. With the sellers out of town I received a panicked call.  The well needed to be … (4 comments)

Raleigh NC State Farmer's Market - 07/17/10 05:46 PM
Raleigh NC State Farmer's Market Fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, seafood, crafts, baked goods and much more can all be found at Raleigh NC State Farmer's Market.  I've been visiting the State farmer's Market since I moved here in 1995.  It was a favorite trip for my girl's when they were younger.  The  kids enjoyed seeing produce and other products sold in a open air market. The pride of the farmers and their families is evident.  Between the samples and not being able to wait until I get home I'm always stuffed when leaving.

The NC State Farmer's Market … (5 comments)

ReBar Camp Comes to Cary NC Once Again! - 07/12/10 05:17 PM
ReBar Camp comes to Cary NC!  
ReBar Camp comes to Cary NC once again.   What is ReBar Camp?   ReBar Camp is controlled chaos.  Thanks to fabulous volunteers like Eleanor Thorne, this will be Cary’s second ReBar Camp.
It is a group of “Though Leaders” sharing information with others in an open forum.  The first session is a large group “Welcome Session”.  The group breaks off to smaller groups decided on by the participant’s interest at that moment.  Multiple sessions take place at the same time in various rooms and you are welcome to join any session at anytime.  … (2 comments)

Lonnie Poole Golf Course-NC State - 07/11/10 05:39 PM
Lonnie Poole Golf Course NC State Lonnie Poole Golf Course is the latest addition to NC State.  Lonnie Poole Golf Course was built adjacent to the NC State Centennial Campus with a stunning view of the Raleigh skyline in the background.  The course is an Arnold Palmer design which captures the natural terrain of the NC landscape.  

NC State uses the golf course as a extension of university training and research.  Student studying Professional Golf  Management learn first hand right in there backyard.  Agriculture students conduct turf grass and storm water research to keep NC State's Lonnie Poole Golf … (1 comments)

Cary NC Weatherstone Homes for Sale - 07/09/10 12:30 PM
Cary NC    Weatherstone     Homes for Sale The hybrid is headed down High House Road just before Maynard at Kroger Plaza to Cary NC Weatherstone homes for sale. Weatherstone was built during the housing boom in Cary NC in the mid-1990's.  The homes are traditional averaging between 2000-3000 sq ft. priced in the $300-400,000's.  

Weatherstone boasts a community pool complete with a swim team.  Of course the swim team competes against other swim teams through out the summer.  It's  great way to keep the kids active.  Tennis is also available in Weatherstone.  The neighborhood has several regulation courts. … (0 comments)

The Glamor of Real Estate- Making Client's Beds - 07/09/10 11:24 AM
The Glamor of Real Estate- Making Client's Beds! The glamor of real estate, making client's beds, and straightening up the house.   I'm an agent and a recent seller, so I have a greater understaning of what sellers experience while selling thier home.  It's difficult  to keep a home in "show condition" and live in it too.

  The way you live in your home and the way you show your home are very different, especially with kids and pets.

Recently, I had sellers that needed to go out of town on a house hunting trip and leave the kids … (3 comments)

10 PRICE REDUCTION TIPS - 07/09/10 10:37 AM
 Some excellent points on pricing.  Unfortunately agents do not have a crystal ball to predict days on market and pricing.  We have our expertise, our gut, and cooperation from our clients to get the job done. 
Via Ken Tracy Naperville Illinois Real Estate (Keller Williams Naperville):
After 15 years of selling financial products, I am very comfortable talking numbers with people...
Pricing is the key to selling homes.
Yes, you want the home staged correctly...
And yes, the home needs to be marketed properly...
But if it isn't priced right, you have no chance.
Period.
With that in mind...
10 TIPS FOR GETTING MORE PRICE … (3 comments)

Cary NC Waterford Place Town Homes for Sale - 07/08/10 06:06 PM
Cary NC    Waterford Place Town Homes for Sale

Cary NC   Waterford Town Homes for sale are located in the heart of Cary off Maynard and Chatham Roads.  The wooded homesites and convenience of being minutes for Cary Towne Center Mall are just a few of the attractions for this affordable neighborhood.  

The town homes are one and two story built in the late 1980's.  The tranquil environment is enhanced by large decks and in some cases patios.

Waterford Place Town Homes price range average in the low $100,000's.  They boast 1-3 bedroom units, … (0 comments)

Are You Up for Selling Your OWN Real Estate? - 07/08/10 09:49 AM
A very insightful view of going it alone in real estate.  Take time to find the right agent that will provide value.  Exposure is the key!
Via Debe Maxwell - Search Charlotte Homes for Sale - Charlotte NC Neighborhoods (Helen Adams Realty):
Are You Up for Selling Your OWN Real Estate? As I’m sure you are aware, the real estate industry is experiencing one of its worst down markets in history—at least locally it is.  The last thing you want to do is pay commission to a real estate agent, right?  Not to mention the fact that you’re nearly positive you can sell … (0 comments)

Cary NC Sears and Fonville Morisey Realty Join forces to Save You $$$$$! - 07/06/10 05:02 PM
Cary NC Sears and Fonville Morisey Realty  Join Forces to Save You $$$$$! Cary NC Sears and Fonville Morisey Realty join forces to save you money on appliances and other commercial items for you new home.  This is an exclusive benefit form your Fonville Morisey Realtor. While purchasing your home in Cary or surrounding areas, new or re-sale, simply call Sears Commercial Sale Consultant to receive commercial prices on new appliances and other high end items.

Items include:
Washer/Dryer Microwave Range Grill Exercise Equipment Flat Screen TV Mattresses Lawn Mowers Air Conditioners Plus more!!!! Contact ME your Fonville Morisey Real Estate … (0 comments)

Top Twenty Re-Sale Subdivisions in Wake County - Seven are in Cary NC - 07/06/10 04:31 PM

Top Twenty Re-Sale Subdivisions in Wake County Seven are in Cary NC According to the TARReport the top twenty re-sale subdivisions in Wake County, seven are in Cary NC.  Cary NC continues to be a strong force in the Wake County re-sale market.  Cary's attraction is it's lifestyle full of family values.  Most neighborhoods boast a community pool full of socializing parents, pruned kids, and active swim teams competing against each other each Tuesday nights.

The Town of Cary offers summer programs for residence of all ages.  Activities can be found in places like Bond Park include sports, track-out camps, … (1 comments)

 

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