Blog entries tagged with "triangle":


triangle: Rolemodel Woods - Wooded Acreage in Holly Springs NC - Build a Home in Holly Springs - 08/24/08 07:21 AM
Available Land - Holly Springs - Rolemodel Woods
Can you find acreage in Holly Springs? Holly Springs is one of the most popular "small towns" surrounding Raleigh. 
It's no wonder Holly Springs, NC has been a Top 25 Best Place to Live - there are vibrant community programs, beautiful green parks, … (0 comments)

triangle: Brookwood Forest - 1.5 Wooded Acres in Holly Springs NC - Bring Your Own Builder - 08/22/08 05:57 AM
Available Land - Holly Springs
Can you find acreage in Holly Springs? Holly Springs is one of the most popular "small towns" surrounding Raleigh.  It's no wonder Holly Springs, NC has been a Top 25 Best Place to Live - there are vibrant community programs, beautiful green parks, new shopping centers, … (2 comments)

triangle: Chapel Ridge - Chatham County Available Lots - Buying Land To Build on in the Raleigh Area - 08/19/08 07:01 AM
Chapel Ridge Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder

 

Chapel Ridge offers golf community living, just northwest of Pittsboro off Hwy 15/501. 
The Chapel Ridge golf course is the 5th golf course to be built in Chatham County, and the … (0 comments)

triangle: Olde Waverly - Fuquay Varina Available Lots - Buying Land to Build on in the Raleigh/Southern Wake County Area - 07/26/08 05:52 AM
Olde Waverly Offers Acreage in this Fuquay-Varina, NC Community!
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Olde Waverly offers homesites for custom homes in the $300s to $500s, less than 2 miles from the Hidden Valley Golf Club. in Fuquay Varina. 
There are currently 11 lots available, ranging from $92,000 to … (2 comments)

triangle: Hampton Park - Fuquay Varina Available Lots - Buying Land to Build on in the Raleigh/Southern Wake County Area - 07/25/08 01:56 PM
Hampton Park Offers Spacious Homesites in this Fuquay-Varina Community!
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder

The entrance sets the tone for Hampton Park, in Fuquay-Varina. 
Homes in Hampton Park are generally in the $300s, with one Solar/Green/Energy Star home listed in the mid $400s. 
New … (2 comments)

triangle: Haddon Hall Commons in Apex, NC - Shopping, Dining, and More - Raleigh Relocation Package - 07/25/08 05:22 AM
Raleigh Area Shopping and Dining
Haddon Hall Commons Shopping Center
Shopping and Dining in Apex, NC
Haddon Hall Commons is just one more example of why Apex, NC was ranked the #14 smaller city in the nation as a "Best Place to Live". 
Haddon Hall Commons is anchored by a large grocery store, … (0 comments)

triangle: Heritage Pointe - Sanford Available Lots - Buying Land to Build On in the Raleigh/Sanford Area - 07/23/08 10:25 AM
Heritage Pointe Offers Available Lots in this All-Brick Community
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder


Heritage Pointe in Sanford, NC has been very attractive to homebuyers looking for quiet, low-maintenance living.
The open space and wooded areas offer plenty of space.
Homes are well spread … (3 comments)

triangle: Raleigh Open Houses - Here's the Top Places to Find Them, Without Getting Lost! - 07/18/08 06:15 AM
Looking for a new home in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area?
Have a friend or family member moving to town?  Want to let them know what's available in your area?
Here's a quick guide to the Top 3 Places to Search for Open Houses in the Raleigh Area!
1.  TheOpenLook.com - Where to Find … (4 comments)

triangle: So you make $2100 a month? Sure, you can afford a $4100 mortgage payment. - 07/17/08 02:24 PM
Earlier this week I stumbled across a story on CNN Money about a New York woman and her family.  (Read the full story) She made $25K a year, but with good credit and a $20K downpayment managed to receive a no-doc loan to purchase a $489K home.  With a $4100 monthly … (10 comments)

triangle: Chatham Forest Ridge - Chatham County Available Lots - Buying Land to Build on in the Raleigh Area - 07/16/08 05:46 AM
Chatham Forest Ridge Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder


Chatham Forest Ridge is an extension of the Chatham Forest community, just northwest of the famous "traffic circle" in downtown Pittsboro, and offers a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with plenty of … (2 comments)

triangle: Chatham Forest - Pittsboro Available Lots - Buying Land to Build On in Raleigh - 07/16/08 05:29 AM

Chatham Forest Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder


Chatham Forest is just northwest of the famous "traffic circle" in downtown Pittsboro, and offers a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with plenty of trees and green space.
The entrance to Chatham … (0 comments)

triangle: Rolesville Rocks - 07/07/08 09:35 AM
I have been a resident of Rolesville for a little over two years now. How did it happen? A Realtor friend of mine had mentioned a Broker Open House in a certain community, The Village at Rolesville.

The luncheon was being catered by Lady Fingers, which I love. And we … (2 comments)

triangle: Rand Meadows in Raleigh - Buying Land to Build On In Raleigh - Build On Your Lot - 07/02/08 05:43 AM
Rand Meadows Offers New Custom Homes in Raleigh
Available Land and Lots in the Raleigh/Triangle Area - Bring Your Own Builder
Where to Look - Buying Land to Build On in Raleigh

Rand Meadows offers delightful new custom homes, in a prime Raleigh location.
Rand Meadows is at the corner of Ten-Ten Road … (4 comments)

triangle: May 2008 Reports Show: Raleigh Area Homes Still Growing in Value - 07/01/08 07:05 AM
May 2008 Triangle Real Estate Appreciation
Wake County Continues to Show Slow and Steady Appreciation
The Raleigh/Triangle area is still showing the slow, steady appreciation that homeowners have enjoyed for the past 10 years.
Sales of homes throughout the first five months of 2008 have been analyzed, and a 3.21% … (2 comments)

triangle: Google PageRank: What Do We Know About It? - 06/30/08 09:40 AM
So I was surfing the internets yesterday and today, trying to improve SEO and Page Rank efforts. I figured out why my Rank was so low. While re designing my website I inadvertenly deleted the meta tags. Of course I didn't figure this out until today when I did some research … (6 comments)

triangle: 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 … (0 comments)

triangle: Real Estate Graphic Design and Technology Services - 06/20/08 03:02 PM
Real Estate Services! <!-- .style1 { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #FF9900; } .style2 { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; font-size: 30px; color: #FF9900; } .style5 {font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #999999; } a:hover { color: #999999; text-decoration: none; } a:link { text-decoration: none; color: … (2 comments)

triangle: Prince William Virginia Map - Prince William VA Map for Real Estate | Search Prince William Homes in Bristow, Dale City, Dumfries, Gainesville, Haymarket, Lake Ridge, Manassas, Nokesville, Occoquan, Quantico, Triangle, and Woodbridge Virginia! - 06/18/08 11:47 PM
Looking for homes for sale in Prince William Virginia?  Prince William County may be one of the best places to buy a home in the suburban DC area.  Reasonable prices, newer homes make Prince william a great place to call home!  Recent Prince William homes sale prices have dropped substantially over last year, and … (0 comments)

triangle: Lunch and web site chat with Hal - 06/18/08 09:47 PM
I had lunch with my Web Guru, Hal Goodtree, yesterday, and we discussed some possible upgrades and changes to my site. Best of all, he picked up the tab. I'm on the hook for next time and hope he doesn't expect lunch at the Cary version of the Chop House. Oh, whatever. … (10 comments)

triangle: Southern Prince William listing updates 06/17/2008. - 06/18/08 05:15 PM
Here are the listings that were added or changed on 6/17/08 … (0 comments)

triangle: What New?? - 06/17/08 05:54 PM
Change is inevitable.  Change can be good.  After almost three years with Exit Realty Carolina, I have moved my affiliation to Massey Real Estate in Burlington, NC.  Changing companies is a major undertaking and I do not make that decision lightly.  I believe that Massey Real Estate will offer me the … (0 comments)

triangle: Pay It Forward.....Giving Back to the HOPE HOUSE in Fredericksburg, VA - 06/17/08 02:37 PM
Welcome to everyone!  I just wanted to throw this out there....I know that in this market homes are not moving at the fast pace that they once were but that just means that we can get focused on not just helping our clients buy or sell their homes but we have a chance … (3 comments)

triangle: Cary North Carolina – Wake County – first to propose raising property taxes - 06/10/08 07:31 AM
 
In a recent post I wrote about Wake County property taxes and how they are supposed to remain what is called revenue neutral.  That means that even though the entire state was reassessed for the first time in 8 years, and North Carolina property values shot up at an average … (0 comments)

triangle: If I have a mortgage prequalification letter, why would the Seller ask me for a "preapproval" letter? - 06/03/08 08:12 PM
It's a tough market out there.  Sure is.  The Triangle is strong, but not immune to market forces.  Why make it worse for yourself as a Buyer?
Some folks think that they call the tune strictly because they call themselves "Buyers."   That's not enough!  Real "Buyers" bring credibility, also known as proof … (4 comments)

triangle: "Exceptional Service at an Exceptional Price" - 06/03/08 09:10 AM
       LOOKING FOR A WAY TO KEEP MORE OF YOUR HOMES EQUITY IN YOUR POCKET?
Tina Eames and Strategy 1 Realty may have the answer.  We are a FULL service Real Estate company that offers FULL service listings for just 3.4%.  Why pay more when you no longer have to compromise … (0 comments)

triangle: Southern Prince William listing updates 05/31/2008. - 06/02/08 12:32 AM
Here are the listings that were added or changed on 5/31/08 … (0 comments)

triangle: 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)

triangle: Wake County North Carolina Property Tax Rate - 05/20/08 11:28 PM
 
As many people in the Triangle area know, this was a revaluation year. Those of you who may be relocating to North Carolina may not know what this means. Every 8 years, the state of North Carolina re-assesses all properties and this value is what our property taxes are based … (8 comments)

triangle: Sears Holdings Corporation and Stanton Homes Form Partnership in Support of Veterans - 05/16/08 06:30 AM
Raleigh custom home builder Stanton Homes and Sears Holdings join together in support of local Veteran and Military families with "Stanton Homes for Heroes"
Raleigh custom home builder Stanton Homes announces a partnership with Sears Holdings, with joint discounts on new homes for Veteran and Military homebuyers.
"We're pleased to partner … (4 comments)

triangle: Days on Market: Pick a number, any number!" - 05/14/08 10:42 PM
I was fooling around with today's Hot Sheets and decided to calculate some DOM figures.
As of 10:35PM today, 57 homes in Wake County, NC, went to "Pending" status on the Triangle MLS.
Average Days on Market:  96.   Not too pretty...
Well, let's deduct the 4 that went from "Active" to "Pending" to "Closed" … (13 comments)

triangle: Public Relations: Top Five Tips - How to Use Good PR to Help Sell Homes. - 04/25/08 10:20 AM
Top Five Tips - How to Use Good PR to Help Sell Homes.
Using Public Relations to Improve Your Image
Tired of paying big bucks for newspaper advertisements nobody notices?
"Free advertising" - otherwise known as public relations - is an often under utilized tool in the real estate industry. But it can be … (4 comments)

triangle: Don't Be Your Own Bad News: Top 10 tips for Talking to Reporters - 04/24/08 07:17 AM
Don't Be Your Own Bad News: Top 10 tips for Talking to Reporters
If you're impacted by negative numbers in the real estate market, you're a prime target for reporters looking for salacious stories. So what can you do to save your reputation, before thousands of people see you floundering on … (7 comments)

triangle: Prince William Homes for Sale - New Real Estate Website for Prince William County Virginia Real Estate - 04/09/08 03:51 PM
Prince William County VA - Real Estate and Homes for Sale!  I just created a new website Prince William homes for sale.  On this site you can search and find Prince William homes, condos, town houses real estate, lots, land, and commercial real estate for sale just outside Washington DC in … (0 comments)

triangle: Raleigh NC - one terrific place to be in Real Estate - 04/06/08 10:15 AM
I thought one of the first things I need to write about is Raleigh NC...  or the Triangle as it's often called.  Since our moving here over 12 years ago we've seen a lot changes.  As a Realtor - we've seen a lot of potential!  It's not hard to see why once … (1 comments)

triangle: Census Estimates Show Big Growth in Durham, Chatham Counties - 03/24/08 12:28 PM
The Census Bureau released its annual population growth estimates last Thursday for counties nationwide. Durham county added 256,500 people from the year 2000 to 2007, a 14.9% increase.  Chatham county grew by 61.455 people, an increase of 24.6%.  And in Orange County, the population grew 7.5% during this time period, adding … (0 comments)

triangle: Why isn't my local MLS compatible with Iphone or Apple products? - 03/19/08 01:05 PM
Own an Iphone? Use a Mac for real estate? Does your local Multiple List Service support Apple products?Mine doesn't. I search the MLS through Parallels, a Windows simulator. Coming from a Graphic Design background, I've been using Macs for years. The vastly superior operating system serves me well in real estate. … (11 comments)

triangle: North Carolina may Escape Recession, Triangle Real Estate - 03/17/08 07:10 PM
More great news for North Carolina  and for those planning to relocate to the Triangle. Although the state's unemployment rate reached a 16 month high of 4.9 percent in January, economists  say that North Carolina is doing well enough to avoid the the recession.According to a senior economist at Wachovia Securities, … (3 comments)

triangle: Haw River - Kayaking, Canoeing, Whitewater Rafting and More, Just Outside Raleigh, NC - 03/17/08 07:11 AM
Want to Spend Time on the Water in the Raleigh Area? 
The Haw River offers some terrific water and nature activities with easy access from the Piedmont area of North Carolina.  With headwaters north of Greensboro, the Haw River extends approximately 110 miles until it reaches the Deep River just south of … (5 comments)

triangle: Elegant Vineyard Square End Unit - 03/01/08 11:30 AM

Home Search: To set up an automated search for the home of your dreams, click Triangle Home Search and enter your dreams!
Your Home’s Value: If you are planning on selling your home, it would be our pleasure to provide a no-obligation valuation of your home.  Click Your Home’s … (1 comments)

triangle: Cary Family YMCA: I Don't Want to be a Manatee! - 02/25/08 08:09 PM
                                      I went to the Cary Family YMCA for the first time since...I'm ashamed to admit how long...to get in a cardiovascular workout because I've gained ...I'm ashamed to admit how many...pounds.   While climbing away on their version of a StairMaster, I noticed a video clip on Fox News.  The FoxNews.com headline reads, … (8 comments)

triangle: Who are all these people and where are they finding houses? - 01/31/08 06:44 PM
Wow. All those stories about Raleigh being a top ten destination for people who want to move somewhere cool are really true.
I just found out that close to 100 people are moving into the Triangle region every single day - with about 50 new water hookups a day. Sure does imply … (0 comments)

triangle: Reusable Shopping Bags - Have You Seen Them In Your Neighborhood Stores? - 01/31/08 09:35 AM
How many times have your groceries been loaded into plastic bags, only to have the bag split and the jar of mayonnaise drop and break on the driveway?  By the way, why is it always the mayonnaise that breaks?  It's got to be the hardest thing to clean up... 
Many of … (23 comments)

triangle: Best Companies to Work for in the Triangle - and Current Job Openings. Apply Today! - 01/30/08 09:08 PM

Looking for a new job, along with a warm and inviting climate? 
If you're thinking of relocating to the Triangle, you'll find tremendous opportunities in many different fields.  Forbes rated Raleigh as the #1 Place in the US for Businesses and Careers in 2007.  And more recently, Fortune listed their top 100 companies to … (2 comments)

triangle: If you breathe too fast into the brown paper bag it will implode - 01/30/08 12:52 PM
I first began to hyperventilate two days into real estate training, when I found out all the things Ididn't know when I bought my home. Wow, I thought. There's a lot more to real estate in the Raleigh Triangle than I'd realized.A class member whispered her advice about the paper bags a … (1 comments)

triangle: New Conforming Loan Limits - 01/28/08 04:53 PM
The great news for Triangle home sellers is that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have raised - temporarily - the levels for purchasing conforming loans.  The old level of $417,00 has been raised to 125% of the median home price of an area with a maximum of $729,750. 
This increase will … (4 comments)

triangle: Have you done any treasure hunting lately? Check out your local Cary, NC thrift shops! - 01/27/08 07:13 AM
When shopping for a place to live, great schools are a bonus, running water and electricity is also important, but for some people few things are more important than the shopping in the neighborhood.
So being the ever-vigilant neighbor, with nothing but all of your welfare in mind of course, I … (11 comments)

triangle: Beaver Creek Crossing - Shopping Options in Apex, NC - 01/26/08 08:48 AM
Beaver Creek Crossings - Apex, NC Shopping 
"Well, what kind of shopping is nearby?" That's one of the most common questions I get from the great people I speak to that are looking to move to the area. Here's an example of one terrific shopping area. Beaver Creek Crossings is a new … (5 comments)

triangle: Nothing to read in the house? Need a book on CD for the commute home? The Holly Springs Library has you covered! - 01/24/08 03:25 PM
Then head over to the new Holly Springs Library, just a few blocks from the intersection of Main Street and Holly Springs Road.  It's been open for just over a year, but this is the first time I've checked it out.  
It's very impressive.  The landscaping is pretty and tasteful.  A roundabout in front of … (7 comments)

triangle: Rainwater Collection Systems now available in Raleigh/Triangle area new homes - 01/24/08 01:07 PM
Rainwater harvesting systems are growing in popularity as an answer to the current water shortage in the Raleigh area.  Stanton Homes, a Triangle area custom home builder, has decided to offer these rainwater collection systems, or cisterns, as a standard feature in select new custom homes, and as an option in all new homes for … (22 comments)

triangle: Do You Know What THIS Is? - 01/24/08 01:38 AM

If yes, elaborate what it means to you.  If no, pay attention!  My goal is to have this tattooed on my right forearm by Sept 1st, 2008! 
(5 comments)

triangle: Solar Lighting for Landscaping - How does it work? What are the options? - 01/21/08 11:11 AM
Light up your landscaping with the power of the sun, all night long, with outdoor solar lights
Yard need a little brightening? Thought about going green? Whether just starting landscaping plans for that brand new home or making a few changes to an existing yard, outdoor lighting can really make a difference … (4 comments)

triangle: Contemporary One Story "Bungalow" Homes Now Offered by Custom Home Builder Stanton Homes - 01/12/08 03:39 PM
Raleigh Custom Home Builder Stanton Homes Now Offers
Exceptional Contemporary One Story Homes
Artist Rendition - Copyright Frank Betz & Associates - Subject to Change at Builder Discretion
Raleigh Custom Home Builder Stanton Homes is pleased to announce our collection of 10 exciting new one story floor plans, designed by Frank Betz & Associates.   From … (0 comments)

triangle: NC Museum of Natural Science - Free Activities for Kids in Raleigh - 01/10/08 06:01 AM

North Carolina Museum of Natural Science
If you want somewhere free to take your family for an afternoon of educational fun, I highly recommend the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science in Raleigh.  Whether you're considering a move to the Triangle area, or you're a life-long resident, this museum has a lot … (1 comments)

triangle: Tryon Village Shopping Offers Coffee, Croutons and Carb Cutting in Cary, NC - 01/08/08 09:38 PM
If you've driven past the corner of Tryon and Walnut in Cary, NC lately, you may have noticed a new shopping area slowly coming to life.  The signs have been there for close to a year now - "Walgreens coming soon".  
For residents of this stately section of southeast Cary, the classic … (0 comments)

triangle: Concord Mills - An Outlet Shopping Experience - Just Two Hours From Raleigh - 01/05/08 06:35 AM
On New Year's Day, I decided to check out the Concord Mills Outlet Mall.  I've been to a few outlet malls within driving distance of Raleigh - Tanger at Blowing Rock, Burlington Manufacturer's Outlet Center, Prime Outlets at Morrisville, and Carolina Premium Outlets in Smithfield, over the past few years. 
I was … (2 comments)

triangle: Plane Talk About Buying a Home Near the Airport - 01/03/08 04:24 PM
In every major city, buyers need to be aware if the home they are seeking to purchase is in the airport's flightpath. Here in the Triangle, much of our recent growth has been concentrated on the west side of Raleigh near the Raleigh-Durham International Airport. For many would be Triangle home … (5 comments)

triangle: Rain Water Collection Systems - What Are They, How Do They Work, and How Much Do They Cost? - 12/29/07 09:18 PM
Rainwater Collection Systems in the Raleigh Area 
Worried about water restrictions and the condition of your lawn?  You may want to consider a rain collection system.    Remember water pouring out of your gutters, down the driveway, and into the storm drain in a Southern summer rainstorm, only to have to add … (22 comments)

triangle: Gray Water Reclamation System - What is it? How does it work? How much does it cost, and how much water can it save? - 12/28/07 05:30 AM
It's the ultimate in recycling! You can now re-tap your tap water with a grey water reclamation system.
You may think that once you turn on the faucet, the water coming out is gone forever.  That isn't always true anymore.  Grey water reclamation systems are changing thought processes and lowering total water … (6 comments)

triangle: New Custom Home on Heavily Wooded Acreage Near Pittsboro - Commute to Raleigh/Chapel Hill - 12/22/07 06:06 PM
(0 comments)

triangle: Durham/Triangle, NC: A Great Place to Live and Get Educated! - 12/20/07 06:17 PM
It's nothing new that the Triangle area of North Carolina (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and the surrounding towns) has long been known as a great place to live and work - and recently, Forbes.com named Durham, North Carolina as one of the Top 20 Places to Educate Your Child (#20).
The … (2 comments)

triangle: Moving? Buy now, or rent and buy in a year? Here's some things to think about. - 12/19/07 04:58 AM
If you're planning a move to the Raleigh area, you're probably asking yourself this question: Buy now, or rent for 6 months or a year and gamble that prices will go down? 
There's more to consider than just the price of your new home.
How much will it cost in terms of … (6 comments)

triangle: Environmentally Friendly Water Heaters - and Local Places to Find Them - 12/19/07 03:42 AM
Install a tankless or solar water heater to save energy costs and reduce reliance on electricity or natural gas.
Heating water takes up to 25% of the energy needed in a home, and, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, is the second largest energy expense in U.S. households.
How can you get … (2 comments)

triangle: Saving the World One Flush at a Time with a WaterSense Toilet - 12/13/07 10:26 AM
If you're trying to do your part to save water, here's something you might not have known: 30% of the typical water consumption in a home comes just from pulling down the little handle on the side of the toilet tank. 
National standards now require commodes to use not more than … (2 comments)

triangle: Scary headlines - Just something to sell papers with? Take a closer look at Raleigh real estate numbers. - 12/12/07 01:09 PM
Scary headlines, lately. Triangle home resales down 26.5% in October. If we go by what we read in the press, the market sounds as good as dead. 
What a surprise to potential buyers, who think they can pick up a home for nearly nothing, only to find that home sales in … (1 comments)

triangle: Triangle Housing Conference Has Positive Take on Future Market - 12/11/07 08:44 AM
I attended the M.O.R.E. Research Triangle Housing Conference yesterday, and came away with some good news about home sales in the Raleigh area.
Bernard Helm, president of Market Opportunity Research Enterprises, said that the Triangle area has already experienced the greatest drop it's going to see.  Not only that, the Raleigh housing market … (3 comments)

triangle: 10 Questions To Ask Before Purchasing a "Discounted" Home - Some Bargains Not as Big as They Sound - 12/11/07 04:33 AM
You've just found the deal of a lifetime - and can increase your net worth in one easy step.   Quick, honey, grab the checkbook - we've just hit the jackpot!  But have you really?
A home builder advertises they're knocking $38,499 off their price!  Wow - that's amazing!   "Originally" $389,900, this home … (2 comments)

triangle: Holding out for a bargain may leave buyers with an empty bag. - 12/06/07 07:06 AM
Looking for a new home under $400K in the Triangle?
Far from the "slump" apparent in other areas of the country, The Triangle housing market remains strong - especially in new homes under $400K.
Home prices are still appreciating at a slow, steady pace - the average sales price in October was 5.6% … (3 comments)

triangle: Triangle Property Information at Your Fingertips - 12/03/07 02:42 PM
Need to know what you paid in real estate taxes last year?  Interested in seeing an aerial view of your neighbor's home, complete with property lines?  This information and more is just a click away at some great local websites.
For Orange County residents, http://gis.co.orange.nc.us/land/search.asp provides a wealth of information.  Here you … (0 comments)

triangle: New Custom Homes on Acreage in Chatham County - $250s to $350s - 12/03/07 06:45 AM
Stanton Homes at Cattail Creek
You may have thought you couldn't afford a custom home on acreage in the heart of gorgeous Chatham County, destination of choice for executives throughout the Research Park Triangle. 
Think again.... With homes in the $250s to $350s,   Cattail Creek offers the best of Chatham living.
 
 
With an … (0 comments)

triangle: Triangle Real Estate - GARRISON WOODS - Real Estate Market Report for Saturday, December 1, 2007 - 12/01/07 02:43 PM
GARRISON WOODS
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
There are 13 "ACTIVE" Single Family Homes for sale in the Garrison Woods subdivision of Triangle. These homes are priced from $359,990 up to $599,900. The Average Days on Market for these properties are 264 days. Currently, there is 1 Single Family Home in the Garrison … (0 comments)

triangle: Triangle Real Estate - MONCURE WOODS - Real Estate Market Report for Saturday, December 1, 2007 - 12/01/07 02:33 PM
MONCURE WOODS
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
There are 7 "ACTIVE" Single Family Homes for sale in the Moncure Woods subdivision of Triangle. These homes are priced from $479,700 up to $699,900. The Average Days on Market for these properties are 225 days. Currently, there are NO Single Family Home in the Moncure … (0 comments)

triangle: Pittsboro Arts and Crafts Celebrated First Sunday of Every Month - 11/29/07 12:54 PM

First Sunday - Monthly Arts and Crafts Event in Pittsboro 
Sometimes the best events are small town events.  Pittsboro, NC holds a "First Sunday" event every month, featuring original and handmade arts and crafts.  Nothing mass produced is allowed in the vendor booths!  First Sunday is held in downtown Pittsboro, and is … (0 comments)

triangle: Kitchen Countertops - More Than a Place to Put the Coffeemaker - 11/27/07 07:10 AM
Buying a Home in the Raleigh/Triangle Area?
Wondering What Kind of Countertops to Consider?
Here's a Raleigh Custom Home Builder's Perspective on Today's Kitchen Countertops 
From stone to stone-look laminate, from marble to concrete, from tile to solid surface - choices for countertops are more extensive, and sometimes more confusing, than ever before.  Here's … (7 comments)

triangle: Asheboro Zoo - Natural Habitats and Leading Educational Programs - 11/24/07 07:16 AM
If you're looking for something different to do, and you haven't yet been to the N.C. Zoo in Asheboro, pack a lunch, grab your backpack, and hop in the car.  After a beautiful drive in the fall color down highway 64, just over an hour from Cary, you'll find yourself at … (0 comments)

triangle: Marbles Museum - Lots of Activities for Preschoolers in Raleigh - 11/23/07 04:43 PM
If you're a mom or dad of young children, there is a great new place to take the kids in downtown Raleigh. 
The Marbles Museum is touted as a hands-on, interactive experience - and parents love it. 
There's a courtyard with water activities, boulders and a "creek", and across the courtyard … (0 comments)

triangle: Gem Mining - A Great Weekend Activity - 11/21/07 09:14 AM
Do your kids like to play in the mud?  How about hide and seek?  Got any little (or big) pirates that enjoy hunting for buried treasure?  Then you and your family may want to try gem mining in one of North Carolina's rich recreational mines.   Many mines focus on emeralds.   Emeralds … (0 comments)

triangle: Cabinets - Basic Materials and Construction - Things Every Buyer Should Know - 11/21/07 07:39 AM
Your New Home - What Should You Look For in Your Cabinets?
A Raleigh Custom Home Builder's Guide to Cabinet Types and Terms 
Walk into a kitchen, and you like it... or you don't.  But do you know what the cabinets are made of, and does it matter?  You love dark, textured wood...Are there options in your price … (5 comments)

triangle: Prince William County Real Estate - Single Family Townhomes: FORECLOSURE Report for Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 11/20/07 06:23 PM
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY
SINGLE FAMILY TOWNHOMES
There are 188 "ACTIVE" Single Family townhomes under foreclosure in the county as of this date listed in the MLS. These homes are priced from $144,900 up to $482,900. The average list price for these properties has been reduced collectively by -6.85% since they were … (1 comments)

triangle: Prince William County Real Estate - Single Family Homes: FORECLOSURE Report for Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 11/20/07 05:21 PM
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
There are 238 "ACTIVE" Single Family detached homes under foreclosure in the county as of this date listed in the MLS. These homes are priced from $165,000 up to $934,900. The average list price for these properties has been reduced collectively by -7.41% since they … (0 comments)

triangle: Triangle Real Estate - MONCURE WOODS: Real Estate Market Report for Wednesday, October 31, 2007 - 10/31/07 12:01 AM
MONCURE WOODS SUBDIVISION
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
There are 7 "active" Single Family Homes FOR SALE in the Moncure Woods subdivision of Triangle. These homes range in price from $484,000 up to $699,900. The Average Days on Market for these properties is 219 days. Currently, there is one Single Family Home in Moncure Woods … (0 comments)

triangle: Triangle Real Estate - GARRISON WOODS: Real Estate Market Report for Wednesday, October 30, 2007 - 10/30/07 11:53 PM
GARRISON WOODS SUBDIVISION
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
There are 11 "active" Single Family Homes FOR SALE in the Garrison Woods subdivision of Triangle. These homes range in price from $379,990 up to $599,900. The Average Days on Market for these properties is 102 days. Currently, there are no Single Family Home in Garrison Woods … (0 comments)

triangle: TRIANGLE - Real Estate Market Report for Friday, October 12, 2007 - 10/12/07 12:40 AM
TOWNHOUSES
There are 14 "active" Townhouses FOR SALE in Triangle ranging in price from $189,900 up to $299,900. The Average Days on Market for these properties is 164 days. Currently, there is one Townhouse in Triangle "UNDER CONTRACT".
In addition, there is three Townhouses available FOR RENT. The rental list price range … (0 comments)

triangle: Do You Tap Into Local Online Resources? - 09/21/07 07:16 PM
Here in the Triangle area of North Carolina (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill), there is a website operated by the local newspaper which offers some pretty interesting opportunities for the web savvy real estate professional. With a little investigation, no doubt you'll find similar local website communities in your local area that offer you an opportunity … (14 comments)

triangle: "Lease Purchase" & "Rent w/Option to Buy" current listings in Prince William County VA - 09/11/07 01:05 AM
This list is current as of 9/11/2007. As you will see there are 22 homes listed with either "Lease Puchase" or "Rent w/Option to Buy. It is my professional opinion that we will continue to see more HomeSellers, FSBOs, Real Estate Agents, and REALTORS use these two methods of financing to … (1 comments)

triangle: Cary, NC Real Estate. Again: Fast growing and affordable! And Warm! But, "Carry, NC?" - 07/12/07 07:51 AM
REALTOR Magazine Online yesterday mentioned a Christian Science Monitor story about population growth in "Affordable, Warm Cities."
They reported the great population growth in many affordable suburban towns near larger Southern cities, similar to the BusinessWeek.com experience I enjoyed. 
We are right next door to Raleigh, North Carolina, so I think that suburban description fits.
So … (8 comments)

triangle: Triangle Commercial Space report - 06/01/07 06:06 AM
Recently the Triangle Business Journal released their quarterly insert: SPACE, their regular report on commercial real estate trends in the Raleigh-Durham area.
For the first quarter of 2007, TBJ reports that the commercial sector took a slight breather after a torrid 2006 second half.
Net Absorption dipped in all four classes, Office Space, Flex, … (0 comments)

triangle: Buyer asks, "What's the black stains on the roof of so many homes?" - 03/02/07 07:38 PM
One of the first things a Cary Buyer relocating from the North notices is the black stain that develops on many roof surfaces in the Triangle area.  And they want to know if it is a problem, or if the roof is degrading. 
The stain is cosmetically unsightly, but harmless to the … (6 comments)

triangle: 25 Misperceptions About Durham - 01/06/07 08:46 PM
25 common misperceptions about Durham and the realities behind them
Ready responses to misinformed comments and common misperceptions about Durham.
The following common misperceptions and the realities behind them can be used to respond to negative word-of-mouth or water-cooler talk that undermines Durham and its assets in the perceptions of visitors … (5 comments)

triangle: Wake County, North Carolina, Public Schools and school assignment - 01/06/07 04:53 PM
Many folks list "Best Schools" as a top concern when relocating to the North Carolina Triangle area.
Different from many areas, North Carolina organizes and administers school districts at the county level.  This can be confusing to people who assume they will send their kids to the school nearest their new home.  Complicating … (0 comments)

 
Disclaimer: ActiveRain Corp. does not necessarily endorse the real estate agents, loan officers and brokers listed on this site. These real estate profiles, blogs and blog entries are provided here as a courtesy to our visitors to help them make an informed decision when buying or selling a house. ActiveRain Corp. takes no responsibility for the content in these profiles, that are written by the members of this community.
© 2007 ActiveRain Corp. All Rights Reserved