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Posted on 06/16/2022

Home Warranty 101: What Buyers Should Know

Many homebuyers have the choice of whether to purchase a home warranty with the home itself. While not required, it can be a helpful way to ensure that your new home is well cared for. It can also have some downsides and may not be right for everyone. Here we’ll go over the basics of home warranties to...

Home Buying

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Posted on 04/01/2022

How to Boost Your Outdoor Architecture

Outdoor living spaces help you get more use out of your yard, whether you enjoy grilling or just being able to sit outside and unwind. If you’re planning an outdoor living space, you might be surprised to discover just how many options you have in terms of design and function. Consider going with one of the latest trends...

Posted on 01/27/2022

3 Tips for Protecting Your Vegetable Garden From Frost

Januray and February are typically the months when it snows in NC, but there can be snap freezes are late as early May. Cold weather can be bad news for vegetable gardens, especially if unexpected. While many plants are hardy and frost-resistant, most tender vegetables cannot survive sudden freezing temperatures. Luckily, there are some measures you can take...

Gardening

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Posted on 01/21/2022

How to Plan Your Expenses for Your First Home

Buying your first home can be an exciting process, but with so many different expenses to account and plan for, it can also be overwhelming. Not sure where to begin with it comes to saving for your first home? There are a few expenses you won't want to overlook. Down Payment First, make sure you have enough money...

Posted on 04/29/2022

509 Alma Avenue, Hillsborough, NC 27278 is now new to the market!

Posted on 04/18/2022

Another Property Sold - 4 Summertime Court, Durham, NC 27707

*OFFER DEADLINE MONDAY 3/21, 12 NOON* Springtime on Summertime Court! Fruit Trees are in Bloom. Fresh Paint, New Carpeting, Separate Dining Room, Living Room, Gourmet Kitchen and Family Room. Beautiful Sun Room with Second Kitchen Overlooking Fenced in Back Yard. Fig, Persimmon and Chestnut Trees, Raised Planting Beds Ready for Planting. 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Primary with Walk in Closet and Whirpool Tub. Extra Large Bonus Room or 5th Bedroom. 2 Car Garage, Set on a Quiet Culdesac, Fantastic...

Posted on 04/08/2022

Another Property Sold - 310 E Corbin Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Rare find in downtown Hillsborough! This vacant .76 acre building lot is a hidden jewel, tucked away at the end of Corbin Street and ready to make building your new home dream come true. City water runs along front of the property and city sewer is near rear of property. Agent to verify access and cost to hook on. Seller had large Pines logged from the property last year. Limbs/wood remain. Seller will remove old bricks and cedar logs prior to...

Posted on 03/19/2022

Video Tour - 4 Summertime Court, Durham, NC 27707

Springtime on Summertime Court! The Fruit Trees are in Bloom, This Home is Move in Ready. Fresh Paint and New Carpeting, Separate Dining Room, Living Room, Gourmet Kitchen and Family Room. Beautiful Sun Room with Second Kitchen Overlooking Fenced in Back Yard. Fig, Persimmon and Chestnut Trees, Raised Planting Beds Ready for Planting. 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, Primary with Walk in Closet and Whirpool Tub. Extra Large Bonus Room or 5th Bedroom. 2 Car Garage, Set Back on a Quiet Culdesac, Fantastic...

Posted on 03/19/2022

4 Summertime Court, Durham, NC 27707 is now new to the market!

Springtime on Summertime Court! The Fruit Trees are in Bloom, This Home is Move in Ready. Fresh Paint and New Carpeting, Separate Dining Room, Living Room, Gourmet Kitchen and Family Room. Beautiful Sun Room with Second Kitchen Overlooking Fenced in Back Yard. Fig, Persimmon and Chestnut Trees, Raised Planting Beds Ready for Planting. 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, Primary with Walk in Closet and Whirpool Tub. Extra Large Bonus Room or 5th Bedroom. 2 Car Garage, Set Back on a Quiet Culdesac, Fantastic...

Posted on 03/19/2022

Another Property Sold - 523 Alma Avenue, Hillsborough, NC 27278

**Offer deadline 2/13 5 pm. **This New Bungalow is Red and Ready for Showtime! 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1447 Square Feet, 9 ft Ceilings, Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counter Tops, Farm Sink, Wainscoting and Crown Molding, Hardwood Floors, Ceramic Tile Baths. Primary has Marble Top Double Vanity, and Huge Walk in Shower, 3 Closets. Pull Down Stairs for Storage. Open Floor Plan, Lots of Natural Light. Covered Front Porch, Back Deck, .34 acres. Protected Woods and Stream in Back and Along Side. Jewel Box, Wrap it...

Posted on 02/11/2022

Video Tour - 523 Alma Avenue, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Be My Valentine! This New Bungalow is Red and Ready for Showtime! 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1447 Square Feet, 9 ft Ceilings, Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counter Tops, Farm Sink, Wainscoting and Crown Molding, Hardwood Floors, Ceramic Tile Baths. Primary has Marble Top Double Vanity, and Huge Walk in Shower, 3 Closets. Pull Down Stairs for Storage. Open Floor Plan, Lots of Natural Light. Covered Front Porch, Back Deck, .34 acres. Protected Woods and Stream in Back and Along Side. Jewel Box, Wrap it...

Posted on 02/11/2022

523 Alma Avenue, Hillsborough, NC 27278 is now new to the market!

Be My Valentine! This New Bungalow is Red and Ready for Showtime! 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1447 Square Feet, 9 ft Ceilings, Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counter Tops, Farm Sink, Wainscoting and Crown Molding, Hardwood Floors, Ceramic Tile Baths. Primary has Marble Top Double Vanity, and Huge Walk in Shower, 3 Closets. Pull Down Stairs for Storage. Open Floor Plan, Lots of Natural Light. Covered Front Porch, Back Deck, .34 acres. Protected Woods and Stream in Back and Along Side. Jewel Box, Wrap it...