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Welcome to my blog on Raleigh-Cary and the Triangle area of NC Real Estate. Here you can read current information on the Triangle area including neighborhood profiles, school information, taxes, market conditions, and even find things to do in the Triangle.

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#4 Best Place for Retirees and #3 Best Place to Reinvent Your Life

Sep. 24, 2006
I recently received my Senior Real Estate Specialits designation at the Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors.  I decided to embark on this designation because I've been working with a number of seniors that are relocating to the area to be with their children.  Last year Raleigh had approximately 18,500 transplants from all over the country.   Most of the follks that move here seem to love the area because of the mild climate and overall low cost of living for a large city.  The main points that families like about the area are the proximity to three major universities, the tremendous amount of green space, and the presence of some of the most advanced technology companies in the country.  As Money Magazine stated our town is like a park with a city in it.   
In addition the American Association of Retired Persons(AARP) named Raleigh/Durham as one of the best places to reinvent your life after retirement.  AARP's research team looked at 10 criteria reflecting the needs, interests, and tastes of Americans age 50 and older.  The criteria included:
  • Availability of jobs, since many in this group will work beyond age 65.
  • Affordable housing—many cities have costs on par with or below the national median price of $161,600.
  • Culture and entertainment (from museums and opera to shopping and sports events).
  • Access to outdoor recreation, from skiing and biking to walking and hiking.
  • Safety—personal and property safety, and a generally secure feeling.
  • Colleges or universities (for continuing education and a multigenerational vibe).
  • Sense of community (often places with a vital and walkable downtown).
  • Proximity to comprehensive, well-regarded health care facilities.
  • Good public high schools, since many boomers still have teens at home.
  • Ease of getting around (public transportation, traffic, access to an airport).
Visit the link attached for more details: 
If you're a senior looking for a great place to live Raleigh/Durham could be your next home.  

Carolina Preserve, A Del Web Active Adult Living Community in Cary, North Carolina

Aug. 16, 2006

Carolina Preserve by Del Webb at Amberly, a new Active Adult Community is located in presitigous Cary, North Carolina.  Cary has earned numerous awards for its high quality of life and has been rated the #1 place to live on the East Coast by Money Magazine, and has been ranked as the safest city in the South and the 6th safest out of 327 large cities in the nation.  It is located in th heart of the Triangle, adjacent to Research Triangle Park, and only minutes away from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and the state's capitial. 

Carolina Preserve is located a short distance from some of the best hospitals in the nation including Duke Hospital in Durham (“The City of Medicine”), UNC in Chapel Hill, and Wake Med in Cary & Raleigh. As a matter of fact it has been recently announced that the University of North Carolina Wellness system will partner with Carolina Preserve to provide their residents with fitness and wellness programs!  

Carolina Preserve’s grand opening celebration occurred July 15, 2006. At the opening, Dale Webb unveiled nine model homes. The first phase of 268 homes available for presale has sold out. On Monday August 21st another 50 lots will be released for sale.  The total number of lots will be rolled out in five phases with a total of 1,260 homesites.

The hub of this active adult community will be its clubhouse and  residents will have access to numerous activities. Planned for this premier community are an indoor year round pool, state of the art fitness center, billiard room, multi-purpose room and lounge area. There will be a second outdoor pool, tennis courts, bocce ball courts and picnic pavilion. Carolina Preserve is one of 7 neighborhoods in Amberly. Residents of Carolina Preserve will also have access to Amberly’s clubhouse, pools and  walking trails!  

 

The greater Raleigh area offers an abundance of educational, cultural and recreational opportunities. Enjoy a performance at the BTI Center for the Performing Arts featuring theater, ballet, the symphony and opera. Delight in outdoor performances at the Alltel Pavilion in Raleigh or the Amphitheatre at Regency Park in Cary.   Raleigh provides numerous sports teams: The Carolina Hurricanes (NHL Hockey), Carolina Mud Cats and Durham Bulls (AA Baseball); and the great college sports including ACC NC State, UNC & Duke!  Our area also features several major universities and community colleges to choose from including Duke University, UNC/Chapel Hill & NC State University that can offer you accredited courses for continuing your education or just for fun!! 

Located near the Carolina Preserve are several world-renowned championship golf courses that offer daily golf and Private memberships: Prestonwood CC, Briar Creek CC, Lochmere and MacGregor Downs are just a few of many in the area.

 

Age Restriction: 55+

Type of Home: Single Family, Villa/Town homes

Home Sizes: There are 3 Collection of Homes:

  • Cardinal Collection:  1103-1414 square feet

  • Dogwood Collection:  1590-1919 square feet

  • Emerald Collection:  2050-2597 square feet

Price Range: Base Pricing $210,000-$401,000

 As your trusted real estate professional, I am committed to offering you specialized services that focus on your needs. I understand that the sale or purchase of a home is one of the biggest events in your life and potentially one of the most stressful events in your life. Our goal is to use our skill and expertise to guide you step by step through the process making the transaction easier and more pleasant. We strive to provide patient, caring, professional support and excellent service that exceeds your expectations.

 

 

 

 

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