Raleigh Residential Real Estate Blog

Announcing Raleigh, NC Largest Open House – The Parade of Homes

The Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County is sponsoring the 41st Annual Parade of Homes that occurs over the next three weekends. There will be more than 360 homes on display. Home prices range from town homes starting at under $120,000 to a custom home listed at $2,965,000.

Hours for the open homes are:

Saturday and Sunday, September 30 & October 1, 2006, 12:00pm-5:00pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 6 - 8, 2006, 12:00pm-5:00pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 13 - 15, 2006, 12:00pm-5:00pm

Learn more and see all the homes: Raleigh, NC Parade of Homes
 
Do you know someone who is looking to buy, sell or invest in Raleigh, NC residential real estate?  Have them Contact The Poling Team and we will give them a high level of personalized service in buying and selling a home.

 

What’s happening in the Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Real Estate?

Raleigh’s News and Observer is reporting that tomorrow a groundbreaking is scheduled for Highwood properties new building project that will house RBC Bank. The 31 story building will be Raleigh’s tallest building.

It may not be the tallest building for long. Another developer is considering a condo, hotel office tower at the corner of Hillsboro and Dawson streets. It is also scheduled to be 31 stories tall. At this time construction on this building is scheduled to begin in June of 2007.

This new development parallels the rise in demand for condos and in downtown Raleigh, NC.

Are you interested in downtown Raleigh, NC real estate? The Poling Team would love to help. Contact Us if you would like specific information on Raleigh Residential Real Estate.

 

Raleigh Residential Real Estate – What’s there to do in the Raleigh, NC area?  Southern Ideal Home Show

There is still one more day to attend the Southern Ideal Home Show that is being held at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds.

You will find lots of ideas to improve your home or garden. Thinking of remodeling, redecorating or doing a fall landscaping project? Come to the Home Show for lots of ideas or you can shop for windows & doors, flooring, heating & air conditioning, hardware, garage doors, siding, decks, patios, pools and spas and even mortgages! You might even find a bargain.
Do you know someone who is looking to buy, sell or invest in Raleigh, NC residential real estate?  Have them Contact Us and we will give them a high level of personalized service in buying and selling a home.

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Good News for Raleigh, North Carolina Home Buyers and Sellers – Fed holds rates steady

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 5.25% on Wednesday and acknowledged the economy was slowing.  This is the overnight bank rate that affects the rates of credit cards, auto loans and home equity loans.

Some see this as a sign the central bank may not need to raise rates further anytime soon. Some experts are projecting that with the housing market slowing and inflation steady or declining the Fed may start lowering rates as soon as next year.

According to Inman News, “The 30-year fixed-rate average sank to 5.89 percent, and the 15-year fixed-rate declined to 5.59 percent. The 1-year adjustable was up at 5.35 percent.”

Want daily access to more real estate news? The Poling Team has two daily real estate news feeds on our website, click: Real Estate News Feeds

 

New Knightdale Magazine just published by the Knightdale, NC Chamber of Commerce

The Knightdale, NC Chamber of Commerce has published a new Knightdale magazine that highlights the benefits of living in Knightdale, NC.

It covers topics such as Knightdale history, location and transportation, economic development, residential living, parks and recreation, community events, education, shopping, dining, lodging and much more.

Knightdale, North Carolina was the 13th fastest growing municipality in NC from 1990 to 2000. Yet it still provides its residents with a small town feel. There are community events that bring back memories of years gone by, like the yearly Easter Egg Hunt and the Christmas Parade. There is summer camp, youth baseball, t-ball, baseball and softball too.

If you are considering relocation to the Raleigh, NC area you might want to consider Knightdale. If you would like a free copy of the new Knightdale magazine, just e-mail the PolingTeam at art@polingteam.com
The Poling Team website has links to the Knightdale’s Official website and the Knightdale Chamber of Commerce.

You can also search to find available homes in Knightdale, North Carolina here: Search Knightdale, NC Homes

 

Raleigh Area Relocation - Highlighting Holly Springs, North Carolina

As you might guess, Holly Springs, North Carolina was named for freshwater springs that can still be found in the area as well as its huge holly trees.

It is a fast growing and progressive town that is located about 19 miles south of Raleigh, NC and has access to the Research Triangle Park via highway 55.

Holly Springs’ reasonable land prices coupled with its proximity to urban centers and its small-town feel continue to attract new residents and businesses. This can be seen by its population growth.  Holly Springs had a population of less than 1,000 in 1990 and by 2006, the population is approximately 17,500.

While the Town favors growth, the Holly Springs leadership is determined to control the quality and placement of new developments while preserving open space and creating public areas. A recent focus has been on commercial development in downtown Holly Springs.

Holly Springs, NC community life is highlighted by a number of annual events. One of these is the HollyFest celebration on the last Saturday in October. Festivities include free children’s rides, music, food, arts and crafts, a 5-K race, and fireworks. Other community events include the Kiwanis Club Haunted Schoolhouse which is also in October, the Happy Holly Days Parade in December and a festive Main Street Christmas parade.

With great schools (Wake County) and a dedication to keeping its family-centered feel, Holly Springs, North Carolina is a great place to live.

You can find links to the Town’s Official website and the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce on the Poling Team website. If you are moving to the area, you can find the utility companies that serve Cary, NC here:

You can also search to find available homes in Holly Springs, North Carolina here: Search Holly Springs, NC Homes

 

Highlighting Cary, North Carolina

Cary, North Carolina was named in 2005 Money Magazine’s “hottest town” in the East with a population greater than 100,000. In 2006, Cary, NC was again recognized by Money Magazine as one of the Best Small Cities in America, ranking fifth on the magazine’s 2006 list of Best Places to Live.

Cary is known for having the highest median income in North Carolina and also ranks at the top for the number of PhD’s. About 70 percent of Cary’s households earned more than $50,000 per year in 1999.

Cary is known for its technology and is the home of the SAS Institute, which is the world’s largest privately held company. It also has locations for IBM, MCI WorldCom, Lucent Technologies and Siemens. You can understand why Cary calls itself the Technology Town of North Carolina.

Another great reason for considering relocating to Cary is its security. Cary ranked the 10th safest of 369 large cities nationally and the safest in the South during 2005. In addition, its Police and Fire departments and Emergency Medical Services are nationally accredited.

Cary has lots of family centered events like the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, the Pops in the Park at the KOKA Booth Amphitheatre in Regency Park, and much more.
For those who live an active lifestyle, Cary has more than 20 public parks, 20 miles of trails. All in all, Cary, North Carolina is a great place to live and work.

You can find links to the Town’s Official website and the Cary Chamber of Commerce and other helpful relocation information on the Poling Team website. If you are moving to the area, you can find the utility companies that serve Cary, NC here: Cary, NC Utilities

You can also search to find available homes in Cary, North Carolina here: Search Cary, NC Homes

 

In addition, to writing about items that directly pertain to Raleigh North Carolina Residential Real Estate, I thought it might be fun to mention some of the fun things to do from time to time. This will be a no charge “extra” for those that are considering relocation to the Triangle, NC area or for anyone looking for a fun activity in the Raleigh, NC Area.

One thing that the Poling Team likes to do is visit the NC State Farmers Market. I have several web pages posted on our website that have pictures of what is available as well as the schedule of events. One of the upcoming events for this week is the North Carolina Sweet Potato Day that is happening on Thursday, September 21 from 11 AM to 1 PM. There will be free sweet Potato Dessert samples, recipes and health information.  See the flyer on our website at: NC Sweet Potato Day.

Who do you know that is looking to buy, sell or invest in Raleigh, NC residential real estate?  Please don’t forget us – we would love to be their Raleigh, NC Realtor. Just have them Contact Us and we will give them a high level of personalized service in buying and selling a home.

 

Raleigh Residential Real Estate – More FAQ’s on Renting Raleigh, NC Residential Real Estate – Contracts – Ordinary Wear and Tear

In yesterday’s blog I mentioned under the use of security deposits that a security deposits could be used for repairs other than due to “ordinary wear and tear” Today, we’ll look at the answer another question regarding what is involved in renting residential real estate in the Raleigh, North Carolina area – What is considered ordinary wear and tear?

What is considered Ordinary Wear and Tear?  *

1. Worn or dirty carpeting
2. Failed or cracked paint
3. Dirty windows and walls
4. Faded or broken curtain or blind strings
5. Leaking faucets or toilets
6. Small nail holes in the walls that result from hanging pictures
7. Burned out range heating elements.

To see what is not considered “ordinary” check out September 13th’s blog, where I listed of damage to rental property other than “ordinary wear and Tear”.

We still have a home in Garner, NC that is available for lease or lease purchase (we do have several potential renters who are submitting applications). This home would make a good residential real estate investment property. You can see the home at: www.201HutchinsDrive.com or on our website: www.PolingTeam.com

Looking to buy Raleigh, NC residential real estate?  Click here: Search Virtually All Raleigh NC Homes

*Source: North Carolina Real Estate Manual, North Carolina Real Estate Commission 2003 – 2003 Edition
 

Raleigh Residential Real Estate – Renting Raleigh, NC Residential Real Estate – Uses of Security Deposits

Today’s blog will answer another question regarding what is involved in renting residential real estate in the Raleigh, North Carolina area.

What are the Permitted Uses of Security Deposits? *

1. Nonpayment of rent.
2. Damages to the rental property – other than damage due to “ordinary wear and tear”
3. Failing to stay the full rental period.
4. Unpaid bills from the tenants occupancy which become a lien against the property.
5. The cost of re-renting the property after a breach of the lease by the tenant.
6. Costs of removal and storage of the tenant’ property that has been left behind.
7. Court costs that result from the termination of a tenancy.

We still have a home in Garner, NC that is available for lease or lease purchase. See the home at: www.201HutchinsDrive.com or on our website: www.PolingTeam.com

Looking to buy Raleigh, NC residential real estate?  Click here: Search Raleigh Residential Real Estate

       *Source: North Carolina Real Estate Manual, North Carolina Real Estate Commission 2003 – 2003 Edition