Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose…and a jam-packed calendar of holiday events. ‘Tis the season to get out and celebrate with the rest of the Raleigh community, and you’ll find plenty of highlights happening in the upcoming weeks! From the renowned Christmas Parade to the multiple tree lightings, here […]
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Happy Sell-oween: How to Decorate While Your Home is on the Market
We’ve rounded the corner into October, and while the weather might not be quite as cool as we’d hoped, fall is undoubtedly here. The leaves are changing, the seasonal drinks are flowing, and the pumpkins are ever-present. And, of course, Halloween is right around the corner! If you’re in the midst of selling your home, […]
How to Sell Your Home Before the End of the Year
2019 has been an interesting year for the housing market—and that trend isn’t stopping anytime soon. With mortgage rates hitting near-historic lows and increased buyer demand, the last few months of the year are looking like a prime time to list your home! While the market is more active than usual, it’s still true that […]
Summer’s Almost Over: How to Close up Your Pool for the Year
In the Raleigh area, it pays to have a pool. Seriously—with daytime summer temperatures often reaching over 90 degrees (not counting humidity), there’s nothing quite like having your own private pool to cool off in. But as summer slips away and the temperature starts to tick down, it’s almost time to say goodbye and pack […]
Feeling Thirsty? Drink Local at These Top Triangle Area Breweries
When it comes to local beer, North Carolina is one of the best states around. While Asheville might be known as the brewing hub in the state, the Triangle area is also home to quite a few stand-out breweries, full of unique sours, hoppy IPAs, and rich stouts. From a former airplane hangar to one […]
Summer’s Over, and It’s Time to Start Planning Your Fall Festivities!
The Top 4 Reasons Why Raleigh is a Kid-Friendly Place to Call Home
If you’ve got a few kiddos, you might be wary about moving to the city. How are the schools? Will your neighborhood be close to the things you need? What will they do on the weekends? These are all questions you certainly should be asking—and Raleigh has all the right answers. In fact, Forbes even […]
History of a Rain Chain and What are they?
Your Triangle Guide: Explore the Communities and School Districts
Whether you’re brand new to the Triangle or have called the area home for years, the communities in this region are quickly growing and changing. Staying up-to-date on the details and statistics of each community is an important part of finding the right place for you. With each community also comes different school districts to […]
Selling Your Home During the Holidays? Here Are a Few Helpful Tips
Are you looking to sell your home this holiday season? String up your lights, light a cozy fire, and put some gingerbread cookies in the oven — we’ve got the best tips for staging your Triangle area home during the holidays. While it might seem like a no-brainer, staging your home for the holidays can […]