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Featured Photo: Adalyn Place; Courtesy of Elevate Homes Since COVID-19 first emerged in the United States older adults have had to be extra cautious with their day-to-day interactions. For many, it required a complete overhaul and assessment that examined how they...
After what felt like an incredibly long winter stuck indoors and away from other people thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, the warmer temperatures and vaccinations are being welcomed all over the United States. If you’re anything like us, you probably are tired of...
April showers bring May flowers, right? Well, it also signifies the start of the sneezing, itchy eyes, and stuffy nose that we know as allergies. Spring gets most of us looking forward to being outside again for the season, exposing us to different levels of indoor...
We received incredible news for the Triangle area coming in the form of jobs. Google announced its plans on Thursday, March 25, to create a hub in Durham for engineers working on its Google Cloud products. As it stands today, there are already hundreds of employees...
Before 2020, a home office was seen as a nice addition, but was never the norm. Fast forward six months, as the definition of home was reinvented. Houses, apartments, and condos quickly transitioned into multifaceted living, working, playing, and learning...
When it comes to setting the standard, Meritage Homes has always delivered on the customer service and level of excellence that homebuyers today are seeking. As an award-winning builder, Meritage has always proven itself to be beyond capable in being able to adjust to...
We spend a lot of our time in slumber. In fact, did you know that the average person will sleep for 229,961 hours in their lifetime, which equates to roughly one-third of their life? With that being said, our bedrooms should be viewed as our sanctuaries! So why not...
With the pandemic in mind, 2021 has brought about new desires for new homebuyers all over the nation. While architectural styles and design trends are still important, it should be no surprise that buyers are seeking healthier homes. All throughout the Triangle, we’re...
You know curb appeal when you see it. First impressions truly do matter, especially when the arrival of spring signifies a sellers’ season. Even if the inside of your home is stunning, how the outside looks is just as important. This can be the make or break factor...
Have you found that you just never have quite enough space in your bathroom for all the knicks, knacks, and essentials that you find yourself using on a daily basis? If there’s one space we could have unlimited storage, it would probably be the bathroom. From lotions...
In honor of Black History Month, what better time to update your decor? With so many options to consider, quality, affordability, and sustainability are some of the things you probably desire when choosing to upgrade your space. With that being said, it’s also...
A new survey released in February of 2021 is telling the rest of the United States something that long-time Black residents out of the Triangle already know—Durham, Raleigh, and Charlotte are among the Top 20 cities that are the friendliest economic cities for Black...
Photos courtesy of Traditions at Wake Forest Do you ever wish you could go back to the way things were before the pandemic? If you’re seeking a sense of community and belonging, you might have your answer in the form of a master-planned community. Traditions at Wake...
Featured Photo Courtesy of Caruso Homes When it comes to decorating your space, lighting often gets overlooked. While it’s obvious to want a bright space, few people spend time weighing the pros and cons of pendant lights or table lamps. With that being said, lighting...
Although we still have another month left before Daylight Saving time hits again, it’s easy to bring some of your excitement for longer days and more sunshine into your home. Since Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on February 2, we’re finding ways to find some solace...
RALEIGH MAKES THE LIST OF BEST MARKETS FOR NEW HOMES: Raleigh was the second best market in the U.S. for new homes in December, according to a new report from housing market research firm Zonda. According to the report, new home sales across the U.S. slipped 3.6...
In the midst of a global pandemic, many companies are still suggesting or even requiring that more employees work from home. Remote work can be lonely, especially when it’s combined with social distancing. For those who are not used to working at home or who don’t...
If there’s a single decent thing to come out of this pandemic, it’s the fact that COVID-19 has helped us to be able to predict the housing market for the Triangle area in 2021. According to experts, we will be able to see many effects specifically in the...
Featured Photo: Wexford Reserve; Photo Courtesy of The Jim Allen Group After many years of catering to luxury and move-up buyers, many builders in 2020 discovered the sweet spot of those homebuyers desiring entry-level homes. As a result, the median new-home prices...
Featured Photo: Homestead at Leesville Reserve; Photo Courtesy of Drees Homes If you’re looking for a place to settle in the Triangle area, Northern Wake County is the ideal location for families and young professionals who still desire the closeness of a city without...
Featured Photo: Riverstone Estates; Photo Courtesy of Sadler Construction By Barbara Hobbs Looking for a new home in 2021? You may see fewer radical changes in design trends but one thing is certain: you will look at a home with different eyes. We are all spending...
This is part of an ongoing series: What is Making the Triangle Area so Desirable? Food is often referred to as a unifier; it connects us. It is central to culture and celebration, woven throughout our days in the way we live and share. A community’s cuisine can in...
By Carl Johnson, REALTOR, Broker The Covid-19 pandemic has caused new challenges for almost every industry as well as required adaptations in the way that business is done, and Real Estate is not immune to this shift. Buying a home during the pandemic has taught us a...
It’s no secret that Raleigh area real estate is a hot commodity. Every day, hundreds of residents are flocking to North Carolina to establish roots in the beautiful land of the pines. With overall housing demand in the Triangle region outpacing the national average,...