President Obama Signs Extended Tax Credit into Law

If you thought your time was running out to use the homebuyer tax credit, your luck just changed!  Today, President Obama signed the bill into law extending the $8000 first-time homebuyer tax credit.  In addition, this new law now includes a $6500 tax credit for buyers who are current home owners and have lived in their home for five of the past eight years.

The National Association of REALTORS® has created a simple and helpful CHART that showcases the modifications – for more information, click here

Raleigh Ranks in Top 10 Best Places to Live by Relocate-America™

The “City of Oaks” accolades continue to build!  Relocate-America™ released its 2009 Top 100 Places to Live in 2009 and Raleigh ranked in the Top 10.   This is the twelfth year for the annual list with nominations accepted throughout the calendar year.  

 

For more details, visit: http://top100.relocate-america.com

Daylight Savings Time – Ends this Weekend!

Another hour of sleep – who couldn’t use that these days!  Daylight Savings Time ends this Sunday, November 1 at 2:00 a.m.  Remember to change your clocks one hour back before you go to bed this Saturday night and enjoy an extra hour of sleep on Sunday morning.

Cul-de-Sac Home in Chesney Glen, Cary

 103 Berrybrook Ct, Cary, NC

This beautiful cul-de-sac home welcomes you with keystone accents and a 2-story covered front porch with four majestic columns. The grand 2-story foyer showcases faux stone paint, chandelier, catwalk, and quarter inch maple hardwood floors that carry through the rest of the first floor living areas. The dining room has crown molding and two single windows to let in lots of light. The kitchen hosts 42 inch cabinets, tons of counter space, all white appliances, and connects to the breakfast area that showcases a large bay window and updated light fixture. Continue into the vaulted living room that includes a fireplace with marble surround, a custom mantle with dental molding, a ceiling fan with light, two arched entryways that lead to the kitchen, and a French door to the back deck. The first floor master suite also shows off a vaulted ceiling, a large bay window, walk-in closet, and master bath with His & Her marble vanities with updated fixtures, a garden tub, tile surround shower, and separate water closet. Journey upstairs to the three additional bedrooms that feature double door closets and laminate hardwood floors. The upstairs hallway includes a sitting/loft area anchored with Berber carpet. The back deck is perfect for grilling and overlooks the wooded and peaceful backward. Combined with a neutral paint scheme and tons of updates, this home is move-in ready!  Be sure to also check out the VISUAL TOUR!

MLS # 1691078

Price $250,000

The N.C. State Fair is coming to Raleigh!

October in the Triangle is packed full of fun events!  One being a long standing tradition that brings in visitors from all over the state – the NC State Fair!

Beginning on Thu, Oct. 15 and running through Sun, Oct. 25, this years theme is “A Whole Lotta Happy”.  And there’s something for everyone of all ages ~ enjoy the rides, dancing contests, horse shows, food, musical performances, magic shows, cooking contest, the fireworks extravaganza every night and so much more!

If you purchase your tickets in advance, you’ll save some cash too!

For a schedule of daily events, please be sure to visit: http://NCStateFair.org/2009

The 2009 Parade of Homes is Here!

Last weekend kicked off the 44^th annual Wake County Parade of Homes.  This years parade showcases 160 homes throughout the Triangle priced from $120,000 to around $2,500,000. 

Visiting the Parade homes is a great way to find out the latest building trends, view new floorplans, and get decorating ideas.  And in some of the homes, the builder is also present and available to answer questions. 

So whether you’re a buyer looking for a new home or just browsing for ideas, be sure to check out this years Parade homes!   The event is free to the public with homes open Oct. 3-4, 9-11, & 16-18, noon to 5pm. 

To find out more about the Parade, please visit http://www.HBAWake.com

RE/MAX United Offering Curbside Connection!

RE/MAX United is now offering Curbside Connection!   Exclusive to RE/MAX United, this innovative tool empowers buyers and their agents to acquire information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on any home listed in the Triangle from any phone!  

 

Find out the price, square footage, number of bedrooms, baths, amenities, and more just from one phone call!

 

 

Here’s how it works:

1.         See a house you like, call the Curbside Connection number (919) 746-7383, enter (or speak) the home address or property code.

2.         Hear an audio description of the property in either English or Spanish.

3.         If your agent has registered your phone number and email, both you and your agent will receive an email with the full property information.  

Curbside Connection combines the Internet, Signage, and Print into one potent information tool!  To learn more about this easy to use tool, please give us a call at (919) 469-6543 or email Homes@LindaTrevor.com!

Linda Trevor Speaks to News14 Carolina on the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

The First-time Homebuyer Tax Credit is the news of the day and as the deadline to use this approaches, consumers want to know their options.  News14 Carolina approached Linda Trevor to find out her opinion.  “Buyers should definitely be active right now, looking around, searching on the Internet, getting out, looking at homes a little bit closer so they have plenty of time and not feel the pressure.”   Click here to view more of Linda’s interview

North Raleigh Home with Plush Landscaping for Sale!

6040 Brambleberry Way

6040 Brambleberry Way, Raleigh, NC

Beautiful home with a stone front and plush landscaping!  The foyer welcomes you with warm hardwood floors and a curved archway leading to the living room.  The hardwood floors continue into the living room that features a corner gas log fireplace with slate surround, a large double window, and a ceiling fan with light.  Continuing into the dining room, this space also has hardwood floors, a chandelier, a large triple window overlooking the backyard, a French door leading to the back patio, and a curved archway leading to the kitchen.  Cooking is easy in this kitchen that features natural colored maple cabinets, tile floors, all white appliances, a pantry, and a breakfast bar.  Journey upstairs to the spacious master that boasts a cathedral ceiling, a walk-in closet, and a ceiling fan with light.  The master bath has it all – a double marble vanity, a garden tub perfect for soaking in after a long day, a walk-in shower, and a separate water closet.  The three secondary bedrooms are all a good size with ample closet space.  The laundry room is conveniently located upstairs next to all the bedrooms.  Enjoy entertaining guests on the back patio while taking in the view of the plush landscaping.  A fenced backyard offers additional privacy.  This nicely kept home is move-in ready and offers a neutral color scheme.  Be sure to check out the VISUAL TOUR!

Price $194,900

MLS #1681262

Lovely 2-Story Home in North Raleigh!

5309 Neuse Wood Drive

5309 Neuse Wood Drive, Raleigh

Welcome to this beautiful 2-story home with majestic columns and keystone accents!  The foyer greets you with warm hardwood floors, an updated light fixture, and a front door with side transoms.  The spacious living room hosts two single windows and has an archway with overhead transoms that leads to the formal  dining room with a double window overlooking the private backyard. Cooking is a breeze in the kitchen that showcases granite counters, a  custom tile backsplash, all white appliances, Oak cabinets, a pantry, disposal, and a breakfast bar.  Enjoy your morning coffee in the breakfast area while gazing out the triple windows.  The family room showcases a gas log fireplace with marble  surround, a custom mantle with entertainment niche, a ceiling fan with light, and a French door that leads to the back patio.  Sleep well in the large master with his & her closets and a master bath that showcases a double marble vanity,  garden tub, and walk-in shower.  The secondary bedrooms are a good size with ample closet space. The secondary full bath has a marble  vanity and features an octagonal window to let in additional light. Conveniently located on the   second floor is the laundry room with overhead shelves for storage.  A large bonus has a ceiling fan with light and a door to additional storage.  And finally, splash around in the community pool on those hot summer days!   Be sure to check out the VISUAL TOUR!

Price $193,900

MLS 1674901