cary real estate: MOVING/STORAGE Discounts for my valued clients! - 09/03/08 01:16 PM
Moving or just de-cluttering?
I know this part of moving is NOT the fun part!
So many of my clients have just loved PODS. Instead of getting a storage unit, PODS will drop off a POD at your home for you to fill up with all of … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: Glad to be Selling Real Estate in Raleigh/Cary North Carolina! - 08/25/08 06:29 PM
The News and Observer (Triangle’s main newspaper) reported yesterday that area sales were down… “a total of 2,079 existing homes were sold in July — down 30 percent from the same month a year earlier; compiled by the Triangle Multiple Listing Service. Meanwhile, in the Triangle and several surrounding counties, there … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Still on the Fence? - 08/16/08 10:25 AM
It's been a rough year so far for sellers in some areas and even a tougher ride for the buyers who are contemplating a change/move right now that don't quite have their financial plan together. The good news is in our particular area of housing, we are still appreciating a bit, but there is … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Evening Fun in Cary, NC - 08/12/08 04:26 PM
One of Cary's best outdoor evening venues is Koka Booth's Amphitheatre at Regency Park. This venue is conveniently located to everyone in Cary, Raleigh & Apex. It is just off highway 64 and no one should miss an evening under the stars here! Every year there is an incredible selection … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: New to Active Rain - 08/05/08 09:36 AM
Hello Everybody !
My name is Graclyn Goldstein. I am a licensed Remax Integrity broker. I live up in North Raleigh by Falls Lake, and my office is located in Cary. I've been in the Real Estate business for over two years now, and prior to this i developed 50 Franchise restaurants throughout … (8 comments)
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cary real estate: Is All Real Estate Local? - 07/16/08 10:54 AM
Yes.
That is the short answer, but with the media covering the Real Estate Market across the country and leaving scattered information as a blanket summation I have to clarify. In general as everyone knows the market is down, even locally. This has to do with a number of things, but the … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: 5 Bedrooms + Bonus in Cary with Top Schools - 06/25/08 10:18 PM
Just Reduced! $359,999
Over 3,000 square feet in excellent condition on a culdesac street in Providence Commons, one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Cary, NC. This home features an extra large yard with deck.
Walk to Fresh Market, YMCA, Prestonwood Country club and Preston Corners.
There is a … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: Cotswold – A Great Neighborhood Subdivision in Cary North Carolina - 05/23/08 08:11 AM
From time to time, I like to highlight local neighborhoods in the Triangle area. Today I am writing about a neighborhood called Cotswold.
Cotswold is located in the southern part of Cary, off Kildaire Farm Road, just past Ten-Ten. In my opinion, it is a hidden gem within the Town … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: On The FOX RIVER and Out Of The Ordinary-Extraordinary! - 05/20/08 02:20 PM
Breathtaking River Views In Your Front Yard With Approximately 700 Feet Of Prime Fox Riverfront Shoreline. Enjoy Acres Of Conservation Property As Far As You Can See With A Peaceful Lagoon As Your Back View.
Property Features Professionally Landscaped Grounds With Extensive Winding Paths Constructed With Recycled Vintage Brick … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: How is the current market in Cary, IL? - 05/16/08 04:09 PM
Cary, IL Market Conditions (Cary is located in both McHenry and Lake Counties in Northern Illinois
How is the current market in Cary?
(I just listed this gorgeous Fox Riverfront home. Over 3 acres on the Fox River-more details to come!)
As of today, per MRED MLS, for the past 3 … (7 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary, IL FREE Kite Flying Contest in Lions Park! Let's Go Fly A Kite in McHenry County! - 03/31/08 07:27 AM
Cary, IL FREE Kite Flying Contest in Lions Park! Let's Go Fly A Kite in McHenry County!
The Cary Park District is putting on a free kite flying workshop on 4/12/08 in Lions Park from 10-11:30a.m.
Categories include: highest flying kite, smallest and largest kite, most unusual kite and more.
What a great … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: How is the current market in Cary, IL? - 03/25/08 07:57 AM
Cary, IL Market Conditions (Cary is located in both McHenry and Lake Counties in Northern Illinois
How is the current market in Cary?
As of this morning, per MLSNI, for the past 3 months:
(The above home is SOLD-no wonder...it sure was cute!)
We currently have 249 Single Family homes on the market in Cary … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: It is a GREAT time to Buy or Move-up in Northern Illinois! - 03/21/08 09:29 AM
It is a GREAT time to Buy or Move-up in Northern Illinois!
Our market has been equalizing........
That's GREAT NEWS for about 75% of current homeowners and those who want to be homeowners. Here's why . .
If you have a home and have been thinking of moving up, this is the best … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Is it a secret? Cary, NC homes that are Affordable? - 03/16/08 11:05 AM
Yes, you can actually find some homes in Cary, NC that are under $250K. One of my favorite developments I feel that is under rated and has great potential is the "Northwoods" subdivision. Most of the homes were built in the 1980's, so you have to watch for the masonite siding and the "poly" piping … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary Home/Townhome For Sale ~ 720 Harper Ave ~ Cary, Illinois - 02/01/08 08:05 AM
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cary real estate: My BFO on Screwing up SEO - 01/14/08 10:38 AM
NOT THE RESPONSE I EXPECTED...
I emailed several agents in our area this morning to say that I was currently using a canned site just like them - and wanted to spend 10 or 15 minutes discussing how they were customizing their site and what widgets they are using.
I felt pretty darn … (13 comments)
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cary real estate: New Law Allows More Brokers To Close FHA Loans - 12/19/07 12:51 PM
Per conversations with members of Dole's staff - understand the following is accurate.
H.R. 1852 cleared House of Representatives mid-September. This legislation, loosely referred to as FHA Reform, is included in Dodd's Bill S.2338. Now that both the House and the Senate have FHA legislation, senior members of both the House and the … (8 comments)
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cary real estate: Reverse Mortgages Gain Popularity - 12/18/07 07:32 PM
Baby Boomers Retire
Reverse Mortgages Gain Popularity
Born between 1946-1964, the generation known as the Baby Boomers will begin to retire in large numbers, substantially shrinking the labor force in the US. As a result, Social Security, Medicare, and other government programs will be significantly affected over the next … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: Important Fannie Mae / Freddie Mac Mortgage Info! - 12/11/07 12:16 PM
A good mortgage friend of the Kaspar Team, Eleanor Thorne of New Garden Mortgage, recently sent us some important info we wanted to pass on:Dear Friends:WATCH OUT!!! Last month Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced new loan level adjustments. They are moving to a risk based pricing model, no doubt in … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Home Buyers Face Decisions that Affect Their Long-Term Financial Picture - 12/07/07 08:30 AM
Taking the step into home ownership is one of the most important financial decisions a person will make in their lifetime. There are many factors to consider when embarking on this venture. Literally hundreds of loan programs are available, and it is important to find the one that best fits your … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Dealing with Debt After Retirement - 12/06/07 11:52 AM
Dealing with Debt After Retirement
Reverse mortgages designed to help "house rich, cash poor" seniors meet their day-to-day expenses have gained popularity. Equity is taken out of the home, so debt increases and equity diminishes over time, (unless the property value increases and offsets this use of equity).
Many lenders offer … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Getting Your Business Online - 12/05/07 09:21 AM
Getting Your Business Online
It's Cheaper - and Easier - Than You Think!
When dealing with technology, it seems like the less you know, the more you pay . But that doesn't mean you have to be a computer geek to avoid getting taken for a ride. Armed with a … (5 comments)
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cary real estate: Getting Ready to Move? Here's a Checklist! - 12/04/07 10:26 AM
Getting Ready to Move? Here's a Checklist!
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cary real estate: Understanding the Home Appraisal Process - 11/29/07 10:40 AM
Understanding the Home Appraisal Process
Consumers are often baffled by the home appraisal process. They may feel their home is worth a certain dollar amount, and therefore, the appraised value doesn't make sense to them. It is important to know that appraisal guidelines are dictated by the lenders. In many states, … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: The Art of Home Purchase Negotiation - 11/29/07 10:36 AM
The Art of Home Purchase Negotiation
There is much give and take involved in negotiating a property purchase. That's why it's important to have a checklist of what you want to get out of the deal as a buyer. Bear in mind, the home must be appraised and the lender will … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Put Balance Back into Your Life; Time Blocking - 11/29/07 10:16 AM
Time Blocking
Put Balance Back into Your Life
Have you ever had your day end and wonder where it went? Have you ever been frustrated by how reactive you have been to "emergency" situations that significantly reduced your productivity?
Many of us have experienced this to an excessive degree in … (7 comments)
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cary real estate: Did you see what happened on Monday? - 11/29/07 10:02 AM
Lowest Rates in 25 Months
We couldn't have asked for a better Thanksgiving treat than the one we got on Monday: the lowest 30-year fixed-rate in over two years. That's right. For those of you who have been patiently waiting, here's your chance to save anywhere from $5,000 to $7,500 … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary Park Neighborhood Update from The Rogers Team - 11/14/07 02:47 PM
Cary Park Neighborhood Update
November 14, 2007
These are the Active, Pending and Closed real estate transactions for the Cary Park neighborhood for 2007. If you have any questions about any of these homes, please call or email The Rogers Team.
Home Search: To set up an automated search for the … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Five Tips For First-Time Buyers - 11/12/07 02:05 PM
Five Tips For First-Time Buyers
1. Check your credit before you apply for a loan. You can get a free credit report by contacting one of the big three credit reporting agencies-Equifax, Experian or Trans Union. Do what you can to improve your credit score if it isn't in the excellent … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Spectacluar Novermber weather in Raleigh - 11/09/07 09:35 AM
As a recent refugee from the so-called "Rust-Belt" I am LOVING the North Carolina fall. Cold at night, 50' and yes even 70's in the day and plenty-o-sunshine!
Check out these spectacular photo's taken yesterday fromt the Cardinal Club on the 29th Floof of the Wachovia Bank Building in downtown Raleigh yesterday.
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cary real estate: Home for Sale in Cary NC - Live Large in this 2042 sq. ft. home! - 11/07/07 10:46 AM
JUST LISTED! - 103 Mantle Court
Enjoy the landscaped yard and the quiet of cul-de-sac living from your peaceful rocking chair front porch in this well cared two story in an established Cary neighborhood The home features 4 bedrooms, a separate office, 2 ½ baths, a stone gas log fireplace in family … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Avoid Changes to Your Financial Profile - 11/06/07 07:31 AM
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cary real estate: Tips for Getting a Great Home Loan - 11/05/07 06:55 AM
Did you know a 1% change on a $100,000 loan can change your monthly payment by $72? Imagine how much difference a dramatic change in rates can make in what your monthly payments would be. If you'd like a clear picture of where you stand with today's rates and how much … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: FHA and the PMI Companies - 10/24/07 01:40 PM
We have a shot, after many years of begging, to make some real advances in FHA REFORM, but we'll need the Senate and President's help. HR 1852 is currently sitting in the Senate Banking Committee, and according to my Senator ( Ms. Libby Dole who is on the committee) it might … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Understanding the Home Appraisal Process - 10/17/07 09:17 PM
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cary real estate: What Lenders Look for in Home Loan Applications - 10/03/07 05:59 PM
What Lenders Look for in Home Loan Applications
Once your loan application is filled out and sent to the lender for review, the first thing they will look for is your ability to payback the loan you are requesting. My team and I have a streamlined loan process to help you … (1 comments)
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cary real estate: What is a 1031 Exchange? - 09/29/07 09:37 AM
What is a 1031 Exchange? A question I am often asked. The IRS Says this about a 1031 Exchange;
“Generally, if you exchange business or investment property solely for business or investment property of a like-kind, no gain or loss is recognized under Internal Revenue Code Section 1031. If, as … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: High Credit Score = Low Mortgage Rate - 09/20/07 04:54 PM
High Credit Score = Low Mortgage Rate
Credit scoring was developed in the 1960s as a means to determine whether or not consumers were likely to repay their loans. The score ranges from 350 to 850 with a higher score being extremely favorable. Essentially, a high credit score translates into lower … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Interest Rates; When is the Best Time to Lock? - 09/18/07 07:03 AM
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cary real estate: Highcroft Neighborhood Updates from The Rogers Team - 09/15/07 08:14 AM
Highcroft Neighborhood Update
September 14, 2007
These are the Active, Pending and Closed real estate transactions for Cary's Highcroft neighborhood for 2007. If you have any questions about any of these homes, please call or email The Rogers Team.
Home Search: To set up an automated search for the home of your dreams, … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary Park Neighborhood Updates from The Rogers Team - 09/15/07 08:10 AM
Cary Park Neighborhood Update
September 14, 2007
These are the Active, Pending and Closed real estate transactions for the Cary Park neighborhood for 2007. If you have any questions about any of these homes, please call or email The Rogers Team.
Home Search: To set up an automated search for the … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: How Much Money Should You Borrow? - 09/09/07 09:17 PM
How Much Money Should You Borrow?
While it might be tempting to borrow whatever amount of money your lender is willing to give you, it's important to think carefully about how much you'll actually need to borrow in order to purchase a new home. From the down payment to taxes … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Raleigh Real Estate - (Cary Real Estate) - 09/08/07 09:35 PM
Raleigh Real Estate I was showing property today in Cary NC. My price range was $350,000. I was looking for a 4/2 2500 sq feet in an established neighborhood.I saw several nice homes, but 1 home in particular stood out the most to me. It would not work for my buyers but … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: *under contract but there are plenty more!*Stunning Cambria Townhome! - 08/21/07 03:33 PM
44 New Haven, Cary, IL
Nicely Upgraded And Decorated In Today's Colors. Two Large Master Bedroom Suites With Private Baths, Ceiling Fans, And Walk-In Closet. Finished English Basement Area Can Be Used As A Third Bedroom (No Closet), Family Room Or Office. HUGE Attached Two Car Garage. Hardwood Floors In Half … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Your Opinion: Rezoning or Downzoning? - 08/08/07 08:52 AM
As the population has grown in Raleigh, so have the prices of many of the homes --- but so has the size of homes. This is a nationwide trend - as people have become more affluent, they have desired to indulge in luxurious homes that often have 4 bedrooms or more! … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary, Garner may get new schools: Wake County Commissioners to vote today - 08/06/07 08:53 AM
With the constant growth in our area, school capacity is always a hot topic. Everyone agrees that school overcrowding impedes the learning process because each child deserves adequate individual attention.
Most schools in the Triangle have handled the huge influx of new students well, but commissioners understand the need to add additional … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Sell Your Home FAST with ListWise.Com!! - 08/03/07 09:41 AM
Here at ListWise Realty Services, we want to help you sell your home fast using the power of the Internet. Say no to all those commissions and fees. We'll get you an instant commission REFUND when you purchase a house!
Not too many realtors are offering you that kind of deal, eh? … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary's SAS Soccer Stadium attracts International Competition - Carolina Railhawks vs Cruz Azul - 08/01/07 09:59 AM
When Duke isn't playing Carolina (sadly, its not basketball season) Tarheels need another rival. The Carolina Railhawks are becoming a force of their own here in the Triangle, so homeowners - its time to invest in that new HD television so you can watch the newest source of Carolina entertainment!
Nowadays, football … (1 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary to get a smaller version of Raleigh's North Hills - 07/30/07 10:20 AM
North Hills in Raleigh has become an urbanite's heaven. The chic shops and trendy bistros of North Hills have become a desireable model for other nearby cities. Perhaps it all started over in Chapel Hill (with Southern Village and Meadowmont) but now a newly approved development similiar to Raleigh's North Hills … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Festival Ritmo Latino next Sunday in Cary, North Carolina! - 07/27/07 11:19 AM
It's the heat of summer, so what better to do than find yourself a salsa partner and head out to Cary's 3rd annual Ritmo Latino festival (shall we say, Fiesta?!). Mark your 'calendario' for next Sunday, August 5 from 12-6pm.
Cary's Bond Park is host to many events throughout the year, such … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: North Carolina's Capital City Tops Forbes (Again) - 07/25/07 09:15 AM
Congratulations, Raleigh. The Triangle area routinely makes it on Forbes lists, and this time has acheived another Number 1 spot - this time, for being the nation's top real estate seller's market right now.
There hasn't been a "slump" here (as Forbes terms other nationwide markets). Instead, Wake County has maintained a strong housing market, plenty … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: C.A.R.Y. - The Acronym Bears Truth - 07/23/07 10:00 AM
Not long ago, someone posted a comment to our blog asking if Cary really is known as the "Central Area for Relocating Yankees." Our response: yes, indeed it is!
Finding an actual "Cary native" or "Raleigh native" is a bit of a task. Most Wake County residents aren't originally from North Carolina, which says a … (6 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary Developer to add his touch to "Raleigh's Urban Renaissance" - 07/20/07 08:53 AM
We've been hearing a lot about the transforming Raleigh skyline in recent years - the Soleil Center, RBC Plaza, new convention center, the new Fayetteville Street... add a new possibility: the Edison.
According to the Raleigh News & Observer, Cary developer Gregg Sandreuter and Cherokee Investment Partners of Raleigh want to build … (1 comments)
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cary real estate: The Results Are In: 2 Triangle Towns Rank High on National List - 07/18/07 08:58 AM
By now, anyone who knows just a little about Raleigh area real estate knows that last year Cary ranked in the top five places to live in the entire country.
This year, CNN Money Magazine chose to focus on some of the (comparatively speaking) smaller sized cities and towns for its ranking of "Best Places … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Navigating your way through Raleigh - 07/13/07 10:24 AM
Did you shell out an extra thousand or two on your new car just so you could have a chic GPS navigation system? Well, in the past you would have needed it in Raleigh, but thanks to a new proposal, navigating downtown Raleigh is about to get easier.
According to the Raleigh … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: When things seem a little extraordinary, you must be in Raleigh! - 07/11/07 09:29 AM
I heard on the radio yesterday that nationally, only about 48% of teens got themselves a summer job this year. The radio hosts said that's the lowest in history. What is it? Are parents giving them money (ie, spoiling them!), have they just become...well, lazy (ie, glued to the internet!), do … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary & Apex: Growing Green - 07/09/07 09:06 AM
The "going green" trend is as popular in the Triangle area as anywhere else.
While Cary has experienced unprecedented growth, several parks and greenspaces have been intentionally been built and preserved for the enjoyment of all Cary residents. Call it "growing" green...you'll find crepemyrtles, magnolias, pines, grassy spaces, all throughout the … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Low Property Taxes, Gorgeous Homes, Low Crime Rate, and Classy Shopping & Dining: Cary truly is one of America's Best Places to Live - 06/29/07 09:22 AM
You have a successful career, a lovely family, a little red sports car, a pet, and now you want something more.
Why not indulge in a luxurious new home?
Real estate in Cary couldn't be more attractive. With beautifully landscaped homes; proximity to Raleigh; plenty of (new!) shopping centers; and a variety of excellent … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Tourism, High-Tech Industry Flourishing in Cary: new $1.3 million database for the Town - 06/27/07 09:05 AM
The North Carolina tourism industry is not only reserved for the oceanfront. Cary (and the rest of Wake County) has become a significant tourism destination.
According to the Cary News, the Cary Town Council and Wake County Board of Commissioners met last Friday to discuss tourism and schools. Designated land in … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Sports Fans Have Hit a Home Run in Cary - 06/22/07 09:04 AM
As if the Town of Cary didn't already have it all, Cary is now home to the USA Baseball National Training Complex. Young aspiring baseball players from all over the country will come to this new $11 million facility here in North Carolina to try to make their way to the Major Leagues. There are … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Fox River Waterfront property, Cary Illinois - 05/09/07 03:12 PM
Brand new beautiful custom built Fox River front home. Piers included! Get the boat ready. Cary/Algonquin Illinois area.3 bedrooms, 2 baths, custom split Log rails and split log stairs. 2 story Great Room with hand carved fireplace mantel. Granite counter tops, hardwood floors 2 person jacuzzi tub! Backs to conservation area and pond. … (2 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary Park Townhomes - Cary, NC ... Liv'n in style - 03/17/07 10:17 PM
Cary Park Townhomes - Cary, NC
When a small group of prestigious townhomes are built in such a perfect location, it must be Camden Townhomes. With such ideal facilities they are snapped up in no time by very discerning buyers who are looking for an impressive lifestyle in a smaller community.
Located … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Downing Village - Cary, NC - 03/15/07 10:28 PM
Downing Village - Cary, NC
With such flexible floor plans and affordable pricing, it is little wonder that the townhomes and single family homes in Downing Village sell just as quickly as they are completed. With high quality features and amenities, just about anyone would love to move into these wonderful homes … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: Cary, NC Neighborhoods ... Quality of life served up Southern Style - 02/15/07 09:48 PM
Quality of life means different things to different folks, but if your definition includes lush manicured lawns, walking trails winding though towering oaks and truly friendly neighbors smiling warmly as you drive down the street, keep reading ... you're going to love these Cary neighborhoods!
Heap on very low crime, one of the highest percentages … (0 comments)
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cary real estate: 'rushing' page 1 on google - cary real estate - 01/12/07 08:44 PM
as seth godin would describe it, this particular post will be of the "cat blog" style. maybe thats a bit too self-deprecating. of the 3 types of categories that blogs fall under, one is described as being a blog written about your cat, your flowers, your day, the fact that the … (7 comments)
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cary real estate: Digital Signatures - 01/04/07 09:01 PM
Digital signatures. Why? Good grief, why *wouldn't* you? Imagine the following scenario: Happy Couple A have been searching for a home for the last 10 days. The are relocating from California because they both work for Initech. Initech is hiring like mad in the Triangle, and offering great incentive packages to … (7 comments)
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cary real estate: 10 Reasons to List Your Home During the Holidays - 11/28/06 04:04 PM
10 Reasons to List Your Home During the Holidays" Homebuyers need to purchase homes all year long, so there might be some advantages to placing homes on the market during the holiday season. Some of these benefits include:1. People who look at property during the holidays are serious buyers and are … (3 comments)
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cary real estate: They Signed the contract!! - 09/15/06 03:10 PM
My scared 1st time home buyers said "Thank you " and signed the contract!! … (4 comments)
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