wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC July 4th Celebration - July 3 - 4, 2012 - 06/28/12 09:45 PM
The 4th of July celebration is Wake Forest is spectacular event!  Between the bands, the parachute team, the food and games there is SO MUCH for all ages to enjoy.  Fireworks?  You Bet!  Wake Forest has one of the BEST displays of fireworks I have EVER seen.
The fun starts on Thursday, July 3rd at Heritage High School!  Gates open at 5:00pm which gives you plenty of time to seek out your "best" spot.  Don't worry - all seating is prime. Admission is $5.00 per person and children under 6 are free. A few of the highlights include:
The Band of Oz - This band is incredible!  One of the southeast's BEST beach music bands AND a 1997 Beach Music Hall of Fame Inductee! … (2 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Looking for Foreclosures in Wake Forest NC? Download my Weekly Report for FREE! - 06/27/12 11:43 PM
Like many other real estate markets around the country Wake Forest NC has a mix of home for sale that are fair market sales, REOs and short sales.  I receive numerous phone calls and emails weekly from buyers searching specifically for Foreclosures in Wake Forest NC.  In response to the overwhelming requests I have a page on my website, Wake Forest NC House Chick, dedicated to Short Sales and Foreclosures that provides a simple explanation as to what each specifically is as well as a weekly report that I publish that contains all the Wake Forest NC Foreclosures for that week.  … (0 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Schools - Year Round Schools for Many Starts July 9, 2012 - 06/26/12 11:33 PM
Wake Forest NC Schools are a great mix of traditional schools and year round schools.  Each has their own appeal to different people for different reasons.  Personally, the Finley Family has always attended the Year Round model schools and we absolutely love it.  If you are new to the area and are interested in what Year Round school is all about and if it may be right for your child feel free to call me – I’d be happy to give you my opinions as a parent.
The new year for Year Round schools starts up on July 9th so there … (8 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Weekends in Wake Forest NC - June 29 - July 1, 2012 - 06/26/12 11:17 PM
Check out some of the events and things to do in Wake Forest NC this weekend.  You won’t want to miss the 3rd Annual 5k Freedom Run/Walk on Saturday – there is still time to register if you would like to participate!  And, as always, the AWESOME Wake Forest Farmers’ Market will be in full swing offering amazing local produce and goods!

3rd Annual 5K Freedom Run/Walk Saturday, June 30; 8 am American Legion Hall, 225 E. Holding Ave. Show your support for our veterans and active-duty military by participating in this patriotic 5K walk/run over a USAT-certified course beginning … (2 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Real Estate - Weekly Market Report for April 1 - 7, 2012 - 04/12/12 01:05 AM
There have been some great new listings added to the Wake Forest NC Real Estate Market this past week and just since mid February there have been 233 homes for sale added to the mix!  Competition is fierce this time of year so if you are thinking of selling your Wake Forest NC Home you have to get your home in the best possible condition.  Check out a few of the tips that I offer  - you HAVE to be competitive and on top of your game.    Here are some great tips to get you prepared!
There were 46 new listings added to the … (6 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Parks & Rec Swim Lessons - Classes Offered for 2012 - 04/11/12 09:57 PM
Wake Forest NC Parks and Recreation Offers Swim Lessons - Register NOW!Staring June 1, 2012, Wake Forest NC Parks and Recreation will be opening registration for Swim Lessons.  Registration will be held at the Wake Forest NC Town Hall at 301 S. Brooks St.  These group lessons (4 per group) are taught by certified Town Staff and offered for several age groups.  There are classes for preschoolers (ages 3-5), Beginners (ages 6 and above) and Advanced Beginners.  Classes meet Monday - Thursday for one week and each session is 45 minutes.  Several sessions are available this summer.
June 18 - 21 … (20 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Foreclosures, Short Sales and REOs - Weekly Report is Updated! - 04/09/12 11:49 PM
This weeks latest Wake Forest NC Foreclosures Report has been updated and is ready for download.  This list include the areas Foreclosures, Short Sales and REO's available for sale and I have seen many of them inside.  I have to say, the majority of these homes are in fantastic cosmetic condition and priced great.  As with any home for sale a professional inspector should be hired to inspect the property or mechanical or structural imperfections.
My Wake Forest NC Foreclosures Report is free for download and the list includes:
Home Price Subdivision Bedrooms/Baths Square Footage Garage (Y/N) Year Built Type of Home (Townhome, Single Family) Feel free to take … (2 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC - Deacons Ridge St - SuperSized End Unit Townhome, Walk to Historic Downtown! - 04/09/12 11:30 PM
This is a gorgeous end unit townhome within walking distance to historic downtown Wake Forest NC!  Shopping, dining, the post office, library and much more is just a short stroll past parks and historic buildings.  Enjoy your time at home in this spotless unit that has a peaceful and private screened in porch and views of amazing landscaping.  The birds and butterflies will welcome you every morning!
This townhome is a 3 bedroom with a first floor Owners Suite AND has an 18x18 Bonus Room on the second floor - loads of opportunity!  Come see today!
 
Spotless End Unit - … (2 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Parks & Rec Summer Programs and Camps - 04/09/12 11:20 PM
Wake Forest NC Parks & Rec has some amazing programs for PreSchool and Youths and some exciting Summer Camps in 2012!  There is everything from learning Acoustic Guitar, Soap Carving, Golf Camps, Exploring Art, Dance, Photography and SO much more!  Check out the line up for the 2012 classes, camps and clinics offered by the Wake Forest NC Parks & Rec Department!Some fabulous PreSchool programs that you can find are:
Jumpstart Todler Montessori (ages 18mos - 3yrs) $48 per session - Jun 7 thru Jul 19 and Jul 26 thru Aug 30 Sing a Song of Summer (ages 18mos - 3yrs)  … (0 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Real Estate - Weekly Market Report for March 25 - 31, 2012 - 04/05/12 12:49 AM
There have been some great new listings added to the Wake Forest NC Real Estate Market this past week and just since mid February there have been 177 homes for sale added to the mix!  Competition is fierce this time of year so if you are thinking of selling your Wake Forest NC Home you have to get your home in the best possible condition.  Check out a few of the tips that I offer  - you HAVE to be competitive and on top of your game.    Here are some great tips to get you prepared!
There were 28 new listings added to the … (6 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Real Estate - Closed Sales February 2012 - 03/26/12 11:10 PM
Clearly the market has become more active since the same time period last year in Percentage of List Price received and Pending Sales but remains a little uncertain with both Average and Median Sales Prices.  Another great indicator of a rebounding market is the number of closed sales.
February 2012  had a +12.5% increase in Homes that Closed compared with February 2011.  It is important to keep in mid that the Days on Market though has increased.  So while the homes ARE selling it is taking a touch longer to get them under contract.  Patience is a Virtue!  There are currently 537 homes … (8 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Real Estate Absorption Rate - February 2012 - 03/26/12 10:53 PM
On most Listings Appointments I bring up the Absorption Rate of Wake Forest NC and I am more often than not met with a glazed over look like I am talking jibberish.    Regardless of where you live in the country and Absorption Rate is important!  Here is an excerpt from a post I wrote on this very subject:
"An Absorption Rate quite simply is the supply of homes that are on the market.  For instance, if there is an Absorption Rate of 8 is would mean that should NO other homes be listed it would take 8 months for the currently listed homes to sell or to … (0 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Real Estate - Weekly Market Report for March 18 - 24, 2012 - 03/26/12 10:34 PM
There have been some great new listings added to the Wake Forest NC Real Estate Market this past week and just since mid February there have been 149 homes for sale added to the mix!  Competition is fierce this time of year so if you are thinking of selling your Wake Forest NC Home you have to get your home in the best possible condition.  Check out a few of the tips that I offer  - you HAVE to be competitive and on top of your game.    Here are some great tips to get you prepared!
There were 31 new listings added … (2 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Just Because You Live in Wake Forest NC Does NOT Mean You Live in Wake County - 03/26/12 02:27 AM
When you are searching for homes for sale in Wake Forest NC you can't just assume that you will be living in Wake County!  There is a small area of Wake Forest NC that I like to consider the Bermuda Triangle of Wake Forest.  ;)  A Wake Forest address can mean that you live in:
Wake County Franklin County Granville County Why should you care?  There are a few differences from county to county:
SCHOOLS!  If you live in Franklin County or Granville County your children do not go to Wake County Schools.  I know for the majority of people that … (6 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC - 149 Deacons Ridge Street - Gorgeous End Unit, Walk to Historic Downtown! - 03/25/12 09:08 AM
Impeccable End Unit - Gorgeous Landscaping - Walk to Downtown Wake Forest!Impeccable End Unit - Gorgeous Landscaping - Walk to Downtown Wake Forest! … (4 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Easter Egg Hunt - March 24, 2012 - 03/23/12 04:13 AM
The Easter Bunny is coming!!!!!! The Annual Wake Forest Easter Egg Hunt is coming up this weekend so get your baskets ready.  This event is fun for ALL ages and each year somehow gets better than the last.  This year the hunt is on at E. Carroll Joyner Park which provides tons of open space and is an incredibly beautiful setting so, trust me, there will be PLENTY of eggs to be found and great picture taking opportunities throughout the entire event.  There will be over 3,000 eggs hidden with several "golden" eggs good for "special prizes" to be found as … (2 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Check Out The Latest Wake Forest NC Foreclosures, Short Sales and REOs - 03/20/12 01:17 AM
This weeks latest Wake Forest NC Foreclosures Report has been updated and is ready for download.  This list include the areas Foreclosures, Short Sales and REO's available for sale and I have seen many of them inside.  I have to say, the majority of these homes are in fantastic cosmetic condition and priced great.  As with any home for sale a professional inspector should be hired to inspect the property or mechanical or structural imperfections.
My Wake Forest NC Foreclosures Report is free for download and the list includes:
Home Price Subdivision Bedrooms/Baths Square Footage Garage (Y/N) Year Built Type of … (4 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Real Estate - Weekly Market Report for March 11 - 17, 2012 - 03/20/12 12:18 AM
The Wake Forest NC Real Estate Market is definitely in the swing of Spring!  There were MANY new listings that hit the Wake Forest NC Real Estate Market this week and just since mid February there have been 118 homes for sale added to the mix!  Competition is fierce this time of year so if you are thinking of selling your Wake Forest NC Home you have to get your home in the best possible condition.  Check out a few of the tips that I offer  - you HAVE to be competitive and on top of your game.    Here are … (0 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: St. Ives Wake Forest NC - Community Info and Homes for Sale - 03/13/12 09:27 PM
Notable Neighborhoods in Wake Forest NC - St. Ives Estates Welcome to St. Ives Estates in Wake Forest NC!  St. Ives Estates is a beautiful community with rolling tree lined streets and simply magnificent custom homes on large, well-manicured lots.  St. Ives Estates is quietly tucked away off of Kearney Road yet convenient to both Capital Boulevard and Highway 98 making commutes to both Durham NC and downtown Raleigh NC a breeze. St. Ives Estates is a swim community with a large pool for residents, tennis courts for residents and a clubhouse that is perfect for neighborhood get-togethers or private parties.  … (14 comments)

wake forest nc homes for sale: Wake Forest NC Foreclosures and Short Sales - Hot Off The Press TODAY! - 03/13/12 03:26 AM
Wow - the new Wake Forest NC Foreclosures Report has been updated and is ready for download from my website Wake Forest NC House Chick.  This weeks list has some incredible properties available with some pretty outstanding price adjustments as well as a few new additions.
If you need a little help understanding the difference between a Short Sale, a Foreclosure, REOs and the like please be sure to visit my site for a little help and clarity.
My reports are easy to read and you can find:
Subdivision Square Feet Bedrooms/Baths Garages Type Home Price As always, if you have … (6 comments)

 
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