Friday, October 25, 2013

When Is It The Right Time to Downsize Your Home?

When is it The Right Time to Downsize Your Home?

Traditionally most average homeowners start out small and end up small, sometimes increasing the size of their homes in between. Commonly the decision to buy a larger house is motivated by a growing family, though increased wealth and growing acquisitions are also common factors. 
Additionally, there is a growing body of people that has decided smaller is better.   
It you’ve followed the traditional route and bought the biggest and best home you can afford, why would you want to downsize your home? Once you have established the advantages of downsizing, you can decide whether this is what you want to do, and when it is time for you to downsize your home. 
Popular Reasons to Downsize Your Home
While a smaller home will inevitably result in fewer belongings, and may lead to space restrictions, there are a number of good advantages that you should consider if you have an inkling that it’s a good time to downsize your home. 

  • It’s very likely going to cost you less money on your mortgage payments
  • It will definitely save on time in terms of cleaning and general maintenance. 
  • Your utility bills will be lower because it costs less to heat or cool smaller spaces. 
  • You are less likely to buy new items quite simply because there’s no space for them; this results in reduced spending. 
  • Overall if you downsize your home the demands of a smaller house will be less, which minimizes the stress factor.
If you have been considering downsizing or perhaps want to know how much your home is worth in todays market, please call me and lets have a chat about the pro's and con's of downsizing and the cost involved for your lifestyle change.



Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Cary, NC Golf Courses

Cary, NC Golf Courses

Golf Courses and Golf Course Communities

For the golfer, living in Cary, NC is like living in paradise. The area is home to world class golf courses, with the perfect climate to allow golfing year round.

Fall is the perfect time to get out and hit the green in NC. The air is crisp and cool and the leaves are starting to put on their seasonal show. Lucky for us, our winters are fairly mild here so many die hard golfers are playing through to spring. But in my opinion, Spring and Fall are the best times to play local courses.

In addition to fine golf courses and golf course communities, Cary also offers many other recreational opportunities. Many communities also off tennis and swimming clubs as well as biking and walking trails. The Town of Cary Parks and Recreation Department also offers a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities year round.

Private and semi-private golf courses in the Cary area include:

Prestonwood Country Club, Cary

MacGregor Downs Country Club, Cary

Lochmere Golf Club - Semi-private, Cary

Devils Ridge Golf Club, Holly Springs, NC

Raleigh Golf Association, Raleigh

Brier Creek Country Club, Raleigh

Raleigh Country Club, Raleigh

Carolina Country Club, Raleigh

North Ridge Country Club, North Raleigh

Old Chatham Golf Club, Durham

Public golf courses near Cary include:

Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State University, Raleigh

Wildwood Green Golf Club, Raleigh

401 Par Golf, Raleigh

Knight’s Play Golf Center, Apex

Lakeshore Golf Course, Durham

For a locator map, reviews and statistics, visit North Carolina Golf

Whether you’re a pro or just a happy hack, you’ll love playing the variety of gorgeous golf courses in Cary, NC.

If you are looking for a perfect golf course view or golf course community home for sale, contact me. I am the local expert on golf course properties and I often know about homes coming up for sale, before they hit the market. If you have a specific neighborhood or a specific type of home in mind, I will find it for you. I will network, knock on doors, send letters and do what it takes to get you into the home of your dreams. If you have a golf course property to sell, I will find you find a buyer!


Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Cary Golf Course Home For Sale on the Fairways MacGregor Downs

GOLF COURSE RANCH STYLE HOME CARY

Home for Sale 303 Edinburgh Drive, Cary

Great Home for Sale in Sought After Cary, NC



GOLF COURSE RANCH STYLE HOME FOR SALE! 
This Home sits on a 1.25 acre lot that backs up to #15 fairway. Unlimited potential with ranch floor plan. Quality Home sporting Maple cabinets, beautiful pine hardwood floors and smooth ceilings. 
The Stone fire place and vaulted ceiling set the style for this lovely family room. The enclosed sunroom overlooks a tranquil backyard. This home has a fresh coat of paint on the outside. You MUST SEE this home!

SEE THE LISTING DETAILS FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME BY CLICKING HERE


Vacant Land for Sale New Hill 6.17 Acres


Vacant Land 4332 New Hill Holleman Road

New Hill NC


6.17 acres of level to rolling terrain with lots of mature trees and a small pond


COULD THIS BE THE DRIVEWAY TO YOUR NEW HOME?







Homes for Sale New Hill Listings Search

Fuquay Varina Short Sale - 1405 Wesley Springs

FUQUAY VARINA SHORT SALE

1405 Weslyn Springs 
$300,000


Take a Look at the Listing Details by clicking here

Wide opens spaces! Brick front with great layout and features! Vaulted family room with feature fireplace. Hardwoods in the family room, kitchen and dining rooms. Wired surround sound! Extensive trim package. Granite countertops, smooth cook-top & double ovens featured in this great kitchen! Master suite downstairs  with trey ceiling, his/her closets plus private sitting area. 1st floor bedroom could be made into a superb  office space. Bonus room upstairs. Beautiful surroundings! Lovely Home!


Living in Apex NC

Living in Apex NC

Apex was voted in the Top 10 Small towns and best places to live by CNN Money. The economy is good and it's a perfect place for families and singles to live. Great schools and an easy commute to RTP and RDU airport are just two of the many reasons Apex is a great place to live.

Apex has a beautiful "Old Town" area with quirky and interesting shops and restaurants.  Feel like you are stepping back in time when you attend one of the many small town parades and festivals downtown.  Or just stroll the main street, stop for an ice cream cone and relax.




old town apex nc
Old Town Apex, NC

The Schools in the area are sought after and with the growing population a new school will open its doors in 2015.

Apex has a great sense of community and it is a happy environment to live in. There are over 400 acres of parks, baseball diamonds and tennis courts.

It is an easy commute to downtown Raleigh, the Research Triangle (RTP) and its close to RDU International airport.

Make Apex your home! Here one one great featured property that offers a true Apex lifestyle.

Apex Home For Sale | 1013 Sunset Meadows 

This Could Be Your View of The Lake 



This great water front all brick home offered for sale in Apex.With Newly painted areas and a great WATER FRONT POND view and lifestyle, what more could you want? This is a rare find in convenient location. 1.92 acres includes part of pond.  


The home has hardwoods throughout main floor. A 2 story family room with open plan views and the Main floor has the master suite. Basement has several options for use. Close to Beaver Creek and 540. 



The area boasts great schools! Awesome properties! Take a look at the listing here!





Friday, October 4, 2013

27511 Cary, NC Living Here

Heart of Cary Living - 27511

There are four primary zip codes in Cary, NC.  27511, 27513, 27518 and 27519.  The 27511 zip code is the older, more established area of Cary. Downtown Cary, is  a picturesque quintessential small town with quaint streets, historic buildings and tree-lined streets. The Heart of Cary Association works to preserve the rich heritage of the area while supporting businesses in the downtown area and bringing people downtown for all it has to offer.

Neighborhoods surrounding downtown Cary were built in the early days of the town into the 1960's. Historic bungalows and Victorian charmers can be found in this area. A revival has happened in recent years and now historic homes are rarely available for sale. There are still opportunities for refurbishing older homes, but you have to act quickly when a home comes on the market.

The Cary Arts Center, one of the main focal points of downtown Cary.  It is a recent addition to the town and a source of great pride. The original school house was revamped into a modern facility where residents can enjoy performances, take art and dance classes and enjoy special events.  The downtown Cary Farmer's Market is also located on Academy St.


As the area grew in the 1970's, thanks to water being routed from the Johnson Reservoir and the job growth of the Research Triangle, Cary began to grow from a sleepy little country village into a suburban town. Neighborhoods built in the 60's through the 80's surround downtown Cary in the 27511 zip code. Although these homes are older, they do offer large lot sizes and mature trees. This area is also coveted for its convenient location, close to downtown Raleigh, US 1 and I40. Major shopping such as Crossroads Plaza and the Cary Towne Center Mall are also conveniently located in this area. Homes in the 27511 zip code built in this era are affordable and a major attraction to first time home buyers.  It's a great area to invest.


Also available in this zip code are established luxury home communities, such as MacGregor Downs - which offers a Country Club, lake, walking trails and tennis. More Info about MacGregor DownsTrader Joe's, Staples, a fitness club and other amenities are also conveniently located in this area of Cary.



Public Schools in 27511 zip code, part of the Wake County Public School System include:
Farmington Woods Elementary - An International Baccalaureate (IB) Magnet School

Note: School zoning changes may impact the schools assigned to a particular address. Always check with the school district to confirm zoning.

If you are looking for a home in the Cary, NC 27511 area, please give me a call.  I'd be happy to give you a personalized tour and give you more information about the area.