The Town of Cary remains the safest place in the state of North Carolina to live, work, and raise a family, according to a study by CQ Press, publisher of the annual “City Crime Rankings 2009-2010“.
For 11 years in a row, The Town of Cary has achieved this ranking and is among the safest cities in the nation to live. For more information and to review the full article, please visit The Town of Cary Website.
YOU’RE UNDER CONTRACT – WHAT’S NEXT?
Here at LG Real Estate, we have noticed a significant upswing in our activity level starting in December. Our showings have increased, our phones are ringing, and we placed 3 homes under contract the last 2 weeks of January. Let’s say one of the homes we placed under contract was yours …. What’s next?
upThese inspections are most often for the home, for radon, and for pests. If the NC licensed inspector has reason to question what he observes with the HVAC units, the structural integrity, or the rest of the house, other professionals can be scheduled by the buyers to give an opinion.
Then, together we review the inspection report and a list of requested repairs. In today’s market, you need to be prepared to do the majority if not all of the listed items. In many cases, the buyer’s request that the repair work be done by a NC licensed general contractor. Our team has great relationships with many contractors / vendors in the area and we can always make suggestions of people that have a proven track record with us.
the receipts with the buyer’s agent. Then, the buyer’s agent will normally schedule a time for the buyers to “walkthru” the home and visually look at the repaired areas. The buyer’s walkthru can include a re-inspection of the agreed upon repairs by the hired inspector. This walkthru helps the buyers feel confident about their purchase. That is why, at this stage, you as a seller can feel a great sense of relief knowing that all the repair work was completed by a quality vendor.
If I can share one tidbit of advice, it is that the money to complete the repairs identified by an inspector needs to be part of your budget from day 1. A pre-inspection prior to marketing you home is an excellent idea. My team and I will work diligently with you through this part of the process. It’s our job to guide and support you through the inspections and repairs so that your “under contract home” is now a “sold home”.
Looking to buy a home in Cary - now is the time to pull the trigger. Here’s 
why:
1. Availability – There are currently 777 detached homes for sale in the Cary, Apex, and Morrisville areas. The abundance of homes on the market affords you a great opportunity to pick and choose so that finding your dream home is an easier task.
2. It’s a buyer’s market –The number of homes for sale in most price ranges far exceeds the number of buyers coming into the market, so it’s a buyer’s market. Since many of the homes have been on the market for a considerable time, motivated sellers are reducing their price and much 
more willing to negotiate.
3. Interest rates are at historic lows – Earlier this year, rates on conforming 3o year fixed mortgages hit a level not seen in decades and have remained near that low for weeks. In addition, Capital Bank and Crescent State Bank have designed special low rate mortgage programs to help boost traffic to new home communities in Cary.
4. Tax Credits Available for a Limited Time – First-time homebuyers have until April 30, 2010, to take advantage of the federal tax credit of up to $8,000! Repeat homebuyers have until April 30, 2010, to take advantage of the federal tax credit up to $6,500! Renovations: Are you buying a home that needs a new roof, windows, or insulation? Qualified homeowners may receive a tax credit for 30% of renovation costs, up to a maximum of $1,500, for energy-efficient improvements to their current primary residence.
So now is the ideal time to find your dream home here in Cary. For an inventory of our current listings in Cary and to view all the available homes, please visit our website at LG Real Estate.
Last weekend our son Ryan and daughter- in- law Dani took their baby Sadie for a trail walk to see a Lake in Cary. I was curious about the path and Lake since they live in a North Cary neighborhood called Weston Manor. Well upon further investigation, I found the Black Creek Greenway near their home and starting in North Cary Park. 
Black Creek Greenway is one of 27 different greenway trails in the town of Cary. It is 1.8 miles long and meanders from the park down along Black Creek to Crabtree Lake.
The Town of Cary describes a greenway on it’s website as a “Corridor of protected open space managed for conservation, recreation and non-motorized transportation”. Black Creek Greenway links several Cary neighborhoods to Crabtree Lake and North Cary Park.
Greenways are linear parks that from a real estate standpoint enhance the beauty and value of the Cary neighborhoods they connect. Here are some of the advantages of greenways the town of Cary lists:
A convenient map of the town of Cary’s greenway and trail system is illustrated on the town’s website. The greenway trails in Cary total 34 miles in length and are open from sunrise to sunset.
I invite you to plan a Cary greenway or trail outing – pack a picnic, grab your bikes or hiking shoes, and enjoy the simplicity and beauty of this wonderful system.
| I am not much of a home body. I always love to see what is going on in the Triangle and take advantage of it. When new clients of LG Real Estate relocate to the triangle, I genuinely love to recommend restaurants and places to visit. Today’s Triangle Business Connection posted the following article. The place sounds fun…give it a try and let me know how you like it. RALEIGH, NC December 16, 2009 The Six String Cafe and Music Hall has announced their re-opening at 1040 Buck Jones Road in Raleigh. The original Six String, located in Cary, was a well known and popular listening room and cafe that has remained popular among Triangle music fans since its closing in 2005.The new ownership team has transformed the old Bullwinkles space into a spacious and state of the art music room with a full dining restaurant and sports bar. Patrons can come listen to a show while catching a meal or go just for dinner or watch a game at the sports bar. The menu features Italian and American cuisines as well as traditional bar food along with full ABC permits.Music performances are by the country’s best touring professionals. The Six String draws from a roster of over 1500 musicians from around the world in an environment where music is the focus and not just part of the background.Opening week includes shows by Bluegrass band The Green Level Entertainers on Thursday, Decemeber 17, 2009 and Saturday, December 19, 2009 features NC native and top headliner Mike Cross.Customers are encouraged to purchase tickets on line at www.sixstringcafe.com.
Directions: Take US1 South off of I40/440 (exit 293A) to Buck Jones Road Six String Cafe and Music Hall SIX STRING CAFE AND MUSIC HALL |
| For more information, please visit: www.sixstringcafe.com |
The Senate voted Wednesday to renew the government’s $8,000 tax credit for first-time home buyers and to expand the tax credit program enabling many homeowners who buy a new primary residence to receive a $6,500 refund.
The bill, which passed 98 to 0 in the Senate, should reach the House floor by Thursday, November 5th. Assuming the bill passes in the House, the legislation would then go to the White House for the president’s signature.
Here are the highlights of the Tax Credit Program:
Cary currently has a great inventory of both new homes and resale homes. To view the homes for sale and the Cary Neighborhoods, visit our website at CaryHomesNc.com.
If you are looking for a few HAUNTING ideas for Halloween, here are some of my favorites in the area:
At the Cary Koka Booth Amphitheatre, scary Halloween moves such as Frankenstein and Night of the Living Dead will be shown the week of October 26th through October 30th. The price is a mere $3.00 and children under 12 are free. Check out http://www.boothamphitheatre.com/ for the schedule.
Just down the road from our office, we have a corn maze, hay ride and more this year. It’s called the Green Acres Corn Maze and is located on one of the few remaining local farms. More info can be found at www.greenacrescary.com. You can also find a dollar off coupon at http://greenhopehigh.wcpss.net
And, if you have teenagers or love haunted tours as an adult, we took my son Dakota and a few of his friends to Greensboro for the 1 hour 10 minute outdoor haunted tour called Woods of Terror. It’s all outside and quite the experience. It was so cool! Check it out at http://woodsofterror.com
Let me know if you have any favorites…
For assistance in finding a home that qualifies for the credit, Call LG Real Estate at 919-653-2647.
Yes, downtown Raleigh is only 20 minutes from Cary and we at LG Real Estate highly recommend this culinary journey:
Experience a culinary journey of sight and taste that spans a cross-section of Downtown Raleigh’s undiscovered international restaurant venues, 
blended together with some forgotten historical tidbits of the city to create a unique global perspective that readily replaces preconceived notions about Raleigh. It’s fun, informative and delicious.
When: Saturdays- 2:30 pm (don’t be late)
Who: Able-bodied adults, no more than 10
How Much: $ 28 per person (+$2.50 svc chg), includes all tastings at 7- 9 restaurants
Weather: Tours are rescheduled if there is a cancellation due to severe weather
What’s it like: Delicious, fun and informative (but remember we’ll be walking approx. half of the 3 hours)
What to wear: Comfortable clothes & walking shoes
Where to meet: Former Capital City Grocery Porch, 10 minutes before departure, 10 West Franklin St, Raleigh. Free Parking for our customers
Where to buy tickets: Check tour dates, reserve and pay a minimum of 24 hours in advance of tour date. Click here for available dates and tickets
Please sign up for a tour and let us know how you liked it.
It’s this weekend! I’ve got my friend lined up to go with me, my special little purse for easy access to cash (no more credit cards) and I am ready. When I look around my home, I have quite a few accessories that originated at the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival. I’ve been going for years. I always early (near 8:30) to get that good parking space and beat the August heat! I’d have to say that my favorite artist sells the glass beads and the cool birdhouses. One of my favorite vendors to check out is Cat Glass Fever.
Do you have any favorites? I hope to see you there!
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