Triangle Military Real Estate Referral Guide Available - 06/30/08 08:36 AM
Real Estate Agents Pledge to Provide Support for Veteran and Military Homebuyers In the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill Area  
Raleigh custom home builder offers Triangle Military Real Estate Referral Guide to assist Veteran and military buyers and sellers
Raleigh custom home builder Stanton Homes is pleased to announce a new real estate referral guide for military and veteran home buyers and sellers that features Triangle real estate professionals committed to help support military and Veteran families through excellent service, in partnership with the "Stanton Homes for Heroes" program.
The real estate agents featured in the Research Triangle Park Military Real Estate Referral … (2 comments)

Where to Find Great Child Care Providers in Orange County, NC - Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough - 06/28/08 07:46 AM
If you're thinking of relocating to Chapel Hill, or if you are considering child care for your young children, here's some top tips on where to look for daycare in Orange County, NC - including Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough. 
How Much Does Child Care Cost near Chapel Hill?
Of course you can call each center in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough to find out what their rates are, but other parents may have already done that for you.
The Chapel Hill/Carrboro Mother's Club
The Chapel Hill/Carrboro Mother's Club is a community website offering information on preschools and child care centers in the Chatham and Orange county areas, … (6 comments)

Fieldstone Farms in Holly Springs - Land To Build a Home On in the Raleigh Area - 5 Acre Lots Available - 06/28/08 07:00 AM
Fieldstone Farms Offers New Custom Homes in Holly Springs Buying Land To Build On in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder  
We’ve discovered another great Raleigh new home community you might enjoy.  Looking to build a custom home in Holly Springs? Check out the Fieldstone Farms new home neighborhood.
Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout the Triangle area.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date. 
 

 
Fieldstone Farms is a small custom home community … (1 comments)

How To Find Child Care In Chatham County, NC - Pittsboro, Siler City, and Jordan Lake - 06/27/08 03:26 PM
Child Care in Chatham County, NC  
If you're thinking of relocating to Chatham County, or if you are considering child care for your young children, here's some top tips on where to look for daycare in Pittsboro, Siler City, Jordan Lake, and Chatham County.
How Much Does Child Care Cost in Chatham County? Of course you can call each center in Pittsboro, Siler City, Chapel Hill, and the Jordan Lake area to find out what their rates are, but here's a couple of easier options.
The Child Care Network 
The Child Care Network offers information on daycare for Chatham County. 
Go to their Referral Form page, … (2 comments)

Holly Glen in Holly Springs - Raleigh Custom Homes and Available Lots - 06/27/08 02:41 PM
Holly Glen Offers New Custom Homes in Holly Springs Available Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder  
We’ve discovered another great Raleigh new home community you might enjoy.  Looking to build a custom home in Holly Springs? Check out the Holly Glen community.
Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout the Triangle area.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date. 

 
Holly Glen is a custom home neighborhood just two miles south … (2 comments)

Buying a Lot in Cary NC - Market Report June 2008 - Finding Land to Build On in Cary NC - 06/27/08 12:57 PM
What Does a Lot Cost in Cary, NC?  
If you're considering building a home in the Cary, NC area, you're probably wondering what kind of lots and homesites are available, and how much those lots might cost.
For June 2008, here's an idea of what you might pay for a lot in Cary, NC - and how big that lot might be. 

This information reflects lots and pieces of land currently available on the Research Park Triangle (RTP) MLS.  The lot price and lot size columns represent data points for each category - the two numbers do not necessarily reference the same … (0 comments)

How To Find Quality Child Care In North Carolina - 06/24/08 07:09 AM
If you're thinking of relocating to North Carolina, or if you are considering child care for your young children, here's what you should know about child care in North Carolina.
The Star Rated System
All licensed child care in North Carolina (except some religious schools) is rated using a "Star System".  Each facility is rated on three standards.  Recently, compliance history has become mandantory, so the star system now focuses mainly on education and standards.
Staff Education Program Standards Compliance History A center can be rated anywhere from zero to five stars.  The star rating results from a combination of scores, … (0 comments)

What Would You Do - If Someone Said You Didn't Exist? - 06/24/08 05:50 AM
Being part of the Veteran's History Project is so much more than just sitting for an interview.  I just heard this story - and I hope this encourages Veterans to look around for their old records.
An interview was being held with a Veteran, and Dave Milidonis was videorecording and asking questions.  Suddenly there was a knock on the door.  A funeral director was standing in the open doorway.  "Sorry to interrupt," he said, "but I think you're the only one who can help this family." 
A grieving family had come to the funeral home to make arrangements for their father and … (16 comments)

Where to Find Homes with Two Master Bedrooms, And Why Some People Can't Live Without Them - 06/23/08 02:12 PM
Two Master Bedrooms - Floor Plans with Two Master Suites Why is this a trend, and where can you find them?  
Why would anyone want two master bedrooms? 
And if dual sleeping arrangements works best, where in the world do you find a home with two master bedrooms?  Here's a few of the reasons a home with two master suites is becoming more common:
Elderly parents are visiting or moving in with their middle aged children. I remember my parents giving up their bedroom when my grandparents came to visit, so that they could have the more comfortable place to stay. 
Homebuyers looking … (7 comments)

Durham County Property Taxes - How Much Should You Expect to Pay? - 06/21/08 06:55 AM
Durham County NC Property Taxes - How to Find out How Much You'll Pay View updated North Carolina county property tax information  
Whether you're considering relocating from one side of the Triangle to the other, are relocating to Fort Bragg, or are coming to the Raleigh area from Florida, New Jersey, New York, or elsewhere, you've probably wondered what the yearly property taxes might be for your new home.
A Little About Durham County Durham County is just west of Wake County, and has just one major city, Durham. 
There are also smaller communities such as Bethesda, Gorman, and Oak Grove.    Durham is the north corner of … (4 comments)

Where to Find Open Houses in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - 06/20/08 10:36 PM
When relocating to a new area, there are a lot of folks that like to get a "feel" of the area by visiting open houses.  This may be their first "exploratory" trip to the area, or they may be visiting friends and family. 
So where's the best place to find which homes to hit on the weekend?  The newspaper is one place to check.  But it's hard to get good directions in 5 lines of print, or get a feel for what the home is like.  Another option is to have a real estate agent email any open homes that are … (0 comments)

ADA and Wheelchair Accessible Hallways and Doorways - What to Look For in Your New Home - 06/20/08 08:07 AM
ADA and Wheelchair Accessible Hallways and Doorways   What is an Accessible Home? We were recently asked this question:  "What does it take to make sure a new home plan will have wide enough hallways and doorways for a wheelchair?"
This is a great question to ask before you start building your new home.  Some homebuyers ask this question because a family member currently needs wheelchair accessibility.  Some are buying a home for their retirement and want to include some "aging in place" features, like wider doorways that will be able to accomodate a scooter or wheelchair in the years ahead if needed. 
Minimum Hallway and … (4 comments)

Renaissance Costumes in North Carolina - "The Artisan's Corner" - 06/19/08 02:39 PM
The Artisan's Corner Renaissance Costumes in North Carolina I've always had a strong interest in period costumes, and have sewed since I was a little girl.  I've made a few full Rennaissance dresses myself - though mainly as gifts for friends and family members. 

 
But now I have two small children - and all the parents out there know what happens to free time after becoming a mother!  My son is just turned 4, and it's been, hmmmm, just about 4 years since I had enough time to sew anything.
My husband and I recently attended the great Rennaissance Faire … (2 comments)

Top 10 Things To Choose When Searching for a New Home Plan - 06/19/08 05:47 AM
Sometimes there's nothing more fun than looking through floor plans and dreaming about what your new home will look like. 
Whether you're thinking about a one story home for retirement or just need a larger home in the country for the kids, there is an amazing variety of floor plans available.
Most home plan websites have some search options to help narrow down the choices.  Here's an easy guide to the Top 10 Things To Look For when searching for your new home plan.
Square Footage
Most home plan catalogs start with this option.  You probably have at least an idea … (4 comments)

"He proposed by telegram".... A Navy Man's Story - 06/18/08 10:17 AM
Veterans History Project - The Fishers Tell Their Story Free Service for Veterans "I've been trying to get him to do this for years!"
Betty Fisher had a big smile and tears in her eyes as she accompanied her husband, Leonard, to his storytelling session.
"I really wanted this so much for the kids, and the grandkids. He doesn't talk about it much, but when he does, he has all these funny little stories that crack everybody up. I'm hoping his personality comes through."
Leonard and Betty were taking part in the Veterans History Interview Event, on a sunny Sunday afternoon in Pittsboro, NC. … (4 comments)

Orange County, NC Property Taxes - How Much Will Property Taxes Cost in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, or Hillsborough - 06/16/08 05:46 AM
Orange County NC Property Taxes - How to Find out How Much You'll Pay  
Whether you're considering relocating from one side of the Triangle to the other, are relocating to Fort Bragg, or are coming to the Raleigh area from Florida, New Jersey, New York, or elsewhere, you've probably wondered what the yearly property taxes might be for your new home.
Orange County holds Chapel Hill, the third corner of the Triangle - which consists of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.  Orange County is divided nearly in half by Hwy 40, which runs east/west between Raleigh/Durham and Greensboro.  Mebane and Hillsborough are "middle ground" points between the two … (4 comments)

Veteran and Military Home Event - What To Ask Your Builder and Lender - 06/14/08 05:34 PM
Thinking of building or buying a new home?  Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces? 
Come attend the Veteran and Military Home Buyers Event, hosted by Stanton Homes.
A custom home builder and his team and local lenders will be happy to share expert tips for building, buying, or financing Raleigh area new homes, with an emphasis on special considerations and incentives available for Military and Veteran homebuyers. 

 
Raleigh custom home builder Stanton Homes is co-hosting a Veteran and Military Home Buyers Event in Chatham County with a top local lender on Sunday July 27th, from 1-4pm.
… (6 comments)

Looking for Extra Storage Space? Here's How We Found Some... - 06/14/08 08:05 AM
What Are New Homebuyers Concerned About? One of the most common things homebuyers are looking for is extra storage space. 
Whether it's a larger pantry, a bigger master closet, or simply a convenient place to store coats and shoes, one of the most common changes we make to a floor plan is to find some more places to have belongings organized and readily accessible.
Here's an example.

 
This particular floor plan gets rave reviews. 
The downstairs bedroom with full bath makes an excellent in-law suite, guest bedroom, or simply a terrific home office. 
The two story family room is … (11 comments)

Property Tax Rates in the Triangle, NC Area - Find Rates Here for Wake County, Lee County, Johnston County, and More - 06/12/08 06:01 AM
Raleigh Relocation Package - Property Taxes Whether you're considering relocating from one side of the Triangle to the other, are relocating to Fort Bragg, or are coming to the Raleigh area from Florida, New Jersey, New York, or elsewhere, you've probably wondered what the yearly property taxes might be for your new home.
Here's an easy guide to property taxes in many of the counties surrounding the Triangle. Compare counties, or simply get a feel for average costs.
 
Wake County - includes Raleigh, NC.  Raleigh is one of the three points of the "Triangle", with Chapel Hill and Durham as the other two corners. 
… (0 comments)

National Veterans History Event - Urgent Need to Capture Stories - 06/10/08 06:02 AM
Veterans Offered Opportunity to Tell Their Stories and Become Part of History - Desperate Need for Documents to Recreate Service Records
Triangle custom home builder Stanton Homes is pleased to announce the first National Veterans History Event in Chatham County on Saturday July 19th, as a volunteer service in conjunction with the Cary-based National History Archival Institute. At no cost, Stanton Homes and the NHAI will record stories of military service, in the voice of those who have served. They are looking for personal accounts of day-to-day activities as well as history-changing conflicts, to become a part of the nation's historical records. … (0 comments)

 
Penny_close_up_sears Ambassador_large

Stanton Homes - Penny Hull Raleigh New Homes | NC Custom Homes

Raleigh, NC

More about me…

Stanton Homes - Building Exceptional Custom Homes

Address: 501 N. Salem St, Suite 204, Apex, NC, 27502

Office Phone: (919) 278-8070

Email Me

A builder's perspective on custom home ideas, tips, trends, and design, with an emphasis on new homes in Raleigh NC

Stanton Homes on Facebook



<!-- Site Meter --> Site Meter <!-- Copyright (c)2009 Site Meter -->


Listings

Links

Archives

RSS 2.0 Feed for this blog

Find NC real estate agents and Raleigh real estate on ActiveRain.