carla freund: Fuquay-Varina, NC: The Village of Charleston - 03/15/11 01:24 PM
When average just won't do and "common isn't good enough", find a home and community that's "out of the Ordinary" and not the "run of the mill". Visit the Unique and Beautiful Village of Charlestonlocated near Historic Downtown Fuquay-Varina.
The Village of Charleston is a quaint neighborhood located near the Heart of Historic downtown Fuquay-Varina.  Fuquay-Varina is know as the town with two downtowns.  The two towns are just minutes from one another.  Both towns have their unique qualities and offerings. 
Situated in the Southern Fuquay-Varina Downtown district off Main St. near what was once the town of Fuquay Springs, you'll find … (4 comments)

carla freund: Cary, NC West Park Subdivision - 03/15/11 12:10 PM
Spring is in the air at West Park Subdivision in Cary, NC:
Sunday was the most perfect day to take a Stroll in Cary, NC.  The temperatures topped out at 77 degrees with a nice breeze blowing.  Skies were clear, sunny, and blue.  The trees are flowering and the birds are chirping.  I even saw a couple turtles sunning themselves on a log in the water.  Ducks were happily swimming in the lake.  People were out jogging, walking their dogs, and working on their lawns.  I took a walk with my dog and noticed it was the most perfect spring day … (5 comments)

carla freund: Fuquay-Varina, NC 4900 Greenbreeze Lane - 03/13/11 06:01 AM
Picturesque Home in Scenic Sunset Forest

Custom Designed 4 Bedroom, 3 1/2 Bath ALL - BRICK Home by Award Winning Builder Ron Braswell.  Privately situated on a 1.4 acre Park-Like Setting with Room for a Pool.  Flowing open floor plan ideal for entertaining. Many Architectural elements: crown molding, custom built-ins, wainscoting, roof design, cathedral and trey ceilings.  Upgrades also include, Hardwood Floors throughout most of the 1st floor, Tile Bathrooms, New Carpet on 2nd Floor, Granite Kitchen Counters, 42" Cherry Cabinets, Designer tile Back-splash, Stainless Steel Appliances,and updated hardware.  The home features a 1st floor Master Bedroom, 3 bedrooms upstairs one … (5 comments)

carla freund: Fuquay-Varina, NC Sunset Forest - 03/13/11 05:08 AM
Picturesque Sunset Forest
Sunset Forest joined by Sunset Lake & Sunset Village are some of the Most Beautiful Neighborhoods in the Raleigh area.  Sunset Forest located near Bass Lake and Sunset Lakeis a small community of 27 Executive Homes Nestled in the scenic Sunset Lake Subdivision off Sunset Lake Rd. in the town of Fuquay-Varina near Holly Springs, North Carolina.  Each owner has a generous size parcel allowing space to stretch out and enjoy privacy.  Luscious Landscape and Hard-scape surround the picturesque Estate Homes. You'll be Challenged to find Anything Like it!
Nearby Amenities Include:
Golf:
Devils Ridge Golf Club
Bentwinds Country Club
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carla freund: Durham, NC: Top 20 Subdivisions by Appreciation in Durham County - 02/23/11 03:18 AM
 There are so many wonderful neighborhoods in Durham County.  Below the top 20 Appreciating Subdivisions are Listed based on Average Appreciation.
*Please keep in mind, it's always important to speak to a local Real Estate Professional who knows the market and to get up-to-date stats.  Our local market is very fluid and can change.
 
Top 20 Appreciation Subdivisions Report for Durham County(Data is based upon closed sales during the past 13 months) 
*This chart is complements of the TARR Report and SMA Publications and copied with permission of SMA Publications.
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carla freund: Wake County, NC Top 20 Appreciating Subdivisions Report - 02/23/11 03:12 AM
 There are so many wonderful neighborhoods in Wake County.  Below the top 20 Appreciating Subdivisions are Listed based on Average Appreciation.
*Please keep in mind, it's always important to speak to a local Real Estate Professional who knows the market and to get up-to-date stats.  Our local market is very fluid and can change.
 
Top 20 Appreciation Subdivisions Report for Wake County(Data is based upon closed sales during the past 13 months) 
*This chart is complements of the TARR Report and SMA Publications and copied with permission of SMA Publications.
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carla freund: Cary, NC: 4BR Spacious SHOW Home in Cary's Great Schools - 01/21/11 01:03 AM
Greenhope High School, Salem Elementary, Salem Middle School, Great Cary Location, Convenient to RTP
So Many Reason you'll LOVE this home! Shows like a Model, gorgeous cherry wood floors, high level granite & back splash, SS Appliances, Island, Tons of Trim work, Updated Lighting & Hardware, New Carpet & More! Awesome Schools!-wcpss.net; Light, Bright, Spacious Floor plan, Convenient Location,Neighborhood Pool, Walking Trails, near Park! More House for the Price!

Convenient to 64, I-440, I-40, Hwy 55, 540 Davis Drive Park within Walking Distance Convenient to Beaver Creek Commons Convenient to Restaurants  

Spacious Foyer Lovely Wood Stairs with Designer … (4 comments)

carla freund: Benefits of Using a Real Estate Agent - Questions your Realtor® Won't Answer - 01/20/11 02:36 PM
This is part of a series of the Benefits of Using a Realtor® or Real Estate Agent.  There are many Great Reasons to use a Realtor®.  However, there are some you many not even think about. 
Did you know, in North Carolina, Your Realtor® isn't responsible for telling you about area crime, registered offenders or the quality of schools?  And to be honest, if Realtors aren't careful, it could be considered "steering" which is against Fair Housing.
If your Realtor® won't tell you about the Quality of Schools, how do you find out?
Quality of schools can be a sticky subject.  I … (9 comments)

carla freund: Benefits of Using a Real Estate Agent - Fair Housing Laws - 01/20/11 01:41 PM
This is part of a series of the Benefits of Using a Realtor® or Real Estate Agent.  There are many Great Reasons to use a Realtor®.  However, there are some you many not even think about. 
 
Did you know, that as a Realtor®, I have the responsibility to offer equal services to ALL clients and prospects without regard to:
Race; Creed; Color: Religion; Sex; Handicapping Conditions; National Origin or Familial Status
That is straight from the Fair Housing document used by Realtors® in North Carolina.  It's something I tell people from the beginning and I never have an issue.  Clients know … (0 comments)

carla freund: Benefits of Using a Real Estate Agent - Making Appointments - 01/19/11 01:09 AM
This is part of a series of the Benefits of Using a Realtor® or Real Estate Agent.  There are many Great Reasons to use a Realtor®.  However, there are some you many not even think about. 
Have you ever thought about what it takes to make all those appointments when viewing homes?
Making appointments to show homes has become a lot simpler.  There was a time when Real Estate Agents had to carry around a book of all the listings, had to call agents or sellers to schedule appointments, wait for return calls, look at maps on a wall, etc.  You can … (17 comments)

carla freund: Benefits of Using a Real Estate Agent - You can get Appliances at commercial prices - 01/19/11 12:47 AM
This is part of a series of the Benefits of Using a Realtor® or Real Estate Agent.  There are many Great Reasons to use a Realtor®.  However, there are some you many not even think about. 
For example, did you know when you use a Real Estate Agent from my office, we have connections? We have Commercial Account or Commercial Relationships with some Home Improvement Companies and with a referral from us, you can receive a commercial discount when purchasing appliances and other selected items for your home prior to selling your home with us or within 90 days of buying a home … (4 comments)

carla freund: Why Sellers Sell to Downsize - 01/17/11 12:55 AM
When we work with Buyers, we're often asked, why are they selling? There are many reasons why Sellers are Selling Their Homes. First, we usually don't have insider information such as why a seller is selling.  In our area, there could be anywhere from 15,000 to 20,000 homes available for sale at any given moment.  A listing agent will protect their clients and not disclose why a seller is selling unless it is helpful to the seller to disclose that information and the seller gives their approval. 
There are many Reasons Why a Seller is Selling their Home.  Once of those … (5 comments)

carla freund: Sellers selling for a Job Transfer - 01/17/11 12:54 AM
When we work with Buyers, we're often asked, why are they selling? There are many reasons why Sellers are Selling Their Homes. First, we usually don't have insider information such as why a seller is selling.  In our area, there could be anywhere from 15,000 to 20,000 homes available for sale at any given moment.  A listing agent will protect their clients and not disclose why a seller is selling unless it is helpful to the seller to disclose that information and the seller gives their approval. 
There are many Reasons Why a Seller is Selling their Home.  Once of those … (0 comments)

carla freund: Sellers Selling Due to School Assignments - 01/17/11 12:52 AM
When we work with Buyers, we're often asked, why are they selling? There are many reasons why Sellers are Selling Their Homes. First, we usually don't have insider information such as why a seller is selling.  In our area, there could be anywhere from 15,000 to 20,000 homes available for sale at any given moment.  A listing agent will protect their clients and not disclose why a seller is selling unless it is helpful to the seller to disclose that information and the seller gives their approval. 
There are many Reasons Why a Seller is Selling their Home.  Once of those … (0 comments)

carla freund: Sellers who Sell due to Financial Distress - 01/17/11 12:51 AM
When we work with Buyers, we're often asked, why are they selling? There are many reasons why Sellers are Selling Their Homes. First, we usually don't have insider information such as why a seller is selling.  In our area, there could be anywhere from 15,000 to 20,000 homes available for sale at any given moment.  A listing agent will protect their clients and not disclose why a seller is selling unless it is helpful to the seller to disclose that information and the seller gives their approval. 
There are many Reasons Why a Seller is Selling their Home.  Once of those … (2 comments)

carla freund: Why Sellers Sell to Upgrade to Another Home - 01/16/11 12:43 PM
Why Sellers Sell to Upgrade or Change their Lifestyle
When we work with Buyers, we're often asked, why are they selling? There are many reasons why Sellers are Selling Their Homes. First, we usually don't have insider information such as why a seller is selling.  In our area, there could be anywhere from 15,000 to 20,000 homes available for sale at any given moment.  A listing agent will protect their clients and not disclose why a seller is selling unless it is helpful to the seller to disclose that information and the seller gives their approval. 
There are many Reasons Why … (2 comments)

carla freund: When Can I Buy a Home After a Foreclosure? Bankruptcy? Short Sale? - 01/16/11 11:14 AM
There's one questions we're beginning to hear a lot and we'll be hearing a lot more over the next few years.  That is, how long before I can buy a home after a foreclosure, bankruptcy, or short sale.  Ed & Barbara did a great job detailing how long it will take before you can purchase a home after a bankruptcy, foreclosure or short sale.
And who knows, things may change over the years.  After all, the one thing constant in the Real Estate and banking world is change!  You should always check with your loan officer right away.

When Can … (0 comments)

carla freund: Johnston County, NC Starter Homes for First Time Homebuyers and Downsizing Homebuyers - 01/16/11 11:04 AM
Below is a list of some of the most popular selling homes in Johnston County, NC up to $200,000 during the time period of July 2009 - January 2011.  This list is not exclusive.  There are many other wonderful neighborhoods as well as homes for sale that aren't in a neighborhood.  For a comprehensive list of Garner and Clayton homes in Johnston County in any price range, contact your Professional Real Estate Agent.  If you don't have an Agent, you can Search the Triangle MLS for homes that meet your criteria HERE.
If the below list says "and above" next to the sale price, that … (2 comments)

carla freund: Knightdale, NC Starter Homes for First Time Homebuyers and Downsizing Homebuyers - 01/16/11 10:30 AM
Below is a list of some of the most popular selling homes in Knightdale, NC up to $200,000 during the time period of July 2009 - January 2011.  This list is not exclusive.  There are many other wonderful neighborhoods as well as homes for sale that aren't in a neighborhood.  For a comprehensive list of Knightdale homes in any price range, contact your Professional Real Estate Agent.  If you don't have an Agent, you can Search the Triangle MLS for homes that meet your criteria HERE.
If the below list says "and above" next to the sale price, that simply means … (0 comments)

carla freund: Garner, NC Starter Homes for First Time Homebuyers and Downsizing Homebuyers - 01/16/11 09:59 AM
Below is a list of some of the most popular selling homes in Garner, NC up to $200,000 during the time period of July 2009 - January 2011.  This list is not exclusive.  There are many other wonderful neighborhoods as well as homes for sale that aren't in a neighborhood.  For a comprehensive list ofGarner homes in any price range, contact your Professional Real Estate Agent.  If you don't have an Agent, you can Search the Triangle MLS for homes that meet your criteria HERE.
If the below list says "and above" next to the sale price, that simply means there … (0 comments)

 
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NC Real Estate Transition & Relocation 919-602-848

Raleigh, NC

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