As I mentioned in my Wake County Real Estate Market Conditions - September 2008 (LOCALISM FEATURED) the once red hot Triangle Real Estate Market has cooled. Keep in mind I said cooled, not crashed. Homes are still selling - just not at the rate they were in their hay-day in 2006. As we move f
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11/29/2008
Today may be Black Friday and I'm planning on heading to check-out the early bird specials in about an hour, however one cannot forget the tremendous not-for-profit Cary Academy Holiday Shoppe December 4-6th. Each year this event has become more popular and this year should be the best ever with
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11/27/2008
Yesterday morning, on Thanksgiving, as I became nostalgic thinking about the holidays. I started thinking about all of the wonderful events scattered around the Triangle. Each year I make it a point to attend many of these events. For those of you new to the Triangle or just haven't been able
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11/27/2008
I just posted a blog on Triangle Turkey Trots for a healthier alternative to the Thanksgiving feast. If running isn't your thing but you would still like to give back to a good cause there are a number of charities that would benefit from your time and donations here in North Carolina. For exa
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11/25/2008
Earlier this year I wrote a post about Phil Phicks and the accident he had on his bike leaving him paralyzed. I committed to living a healthier lifestyle in his honor. With the market in the doldrums I haven't exactly kept that promise to myself. Once one stops what they've been doing it's rea
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11/25/2008
I recently listed a townhome in Breckenridge Manors II and, since it's such a wonderful community, I thought I'd write about the neighborhood. Breckenridge is a very desirable neighborhood because of its affordability, proximity to RTP, 540, and the neighborhood feel. The grand entrance, wid
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11/16/2008
Photo GallerySpacious Vaulted Ceilings complement the living room/great roomLight Vaulted Ceilings in the Master Suite a real plus!The gas fireplace is the focal point of the family room!One of the gorgeous ponds located in Breckenridge..The Breckenridge Clubhouse is a gathering place for residen
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11/09/2008
Recently I wrote about the Wake County Market Conditions for the area and compared the results of the sales year over year. It gives one a good look at our current real estate market and what is happening in the market. Debbie Maxwell just published her Market Report and, along with it, she prov
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11/03/2008
Location: Southwest Durham Hope Valley comprises about 930 households in a roughly triangular area extending from Chapel Hill Road south between Hope Valley and Garrett roads to Swarthmore Road. Significance: This neighborhood has the most historical significance in Durham and is a prominent add
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11/01/2008