Fall is a great time for pumpkin picking, Halloween festivals, and all things spooky. But it’s also a great time to celebrate community events! The Southern Wake County and Greater Harnett County areas are abuzz with special and annual events in the next two months. Check out a few of the highlights we collected during […]
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7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe During Fireworks
Does your dog have a ruff ruff time with fireworks? You’re certainly not alone. While some dogs have no problems at all with fireworks, most dogs have some kind of reaction, and some can have extreme reactions. Us humans don’t hear (or smell) nearly as well as our furry friends. They have incredible ears! So […]
Grill it Safe This Summer – Stay Safe!
Outdoor grilling is a popular summer activity. It’s a great way to cook flavorful meals and spend time with friends and family. However, if not treated carefully, grills can be dangerous. Fire departments across the country respond to an average of 9,600 home fires a year involving grills, according to the National Fire Protection Association […]
Is your House in Shape for Summer?
As warm weather approaches, many of us find ourselves working a little harder to get in shape for the beach. Now is a great time to get your house ready for the heat as well. These measures will help you trim your summer energy bills. ADDITIONAL TIPS: 1. Replace old air conditioning units with newer, […]
Millennials Are Skipping Starter Homes for Their Dream Homes
A new trend has begun to emerge among Millennials. With home prices skyrocketing in the starter home category, many first-time homebuyers are skipping the traditional starter homes and moving right into their dream homes. What’s a Starter Home? According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), simply put, a starter home is a one or […]
Hurricane season is coming. Ready?
Hurricane season is here. Prepare now. Businesses are the lifeline of North Carolina communities, especially during a hurricane. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November. Prepare now to safeguard your business against high winds, heavy rain and other weather events that can lead to damages, power outages and closed business signs. Having your […]
7 Factors to Consider When Choosing A Home to Retire In
As more and more baby boomers enter retirement age, the question of whether or not to sell their homes and move will become a hot topic. In today’s housing market climate, with low available inventory in the starter and trade-up home categories, it makes sense to evaluate your home’s ability to adapt to your […]
Millionaire to Millennials: Don’t Rent a Home… Buy!
In a CNBC article, self-made millionaire David Bach explained that: “The biggest mistake millennials are making is not buying their first home.” He goes on to say that, “If you want to build real financial security, real wealth for your lifetime, then you need to buy a home.” Bach went on to explain: “Homeowners are worth 40 times […]
Homeownership Is a Good Financial Investment!
According to a recent report by Trulia, “buying is cheaper than renting in 100 of the largest metro areas by an average of 33.1%.” The report may have some people thinking about buying a home instead of signing another lease extension, but does that make sense from a financial perspective? Ralph McLaughlin, Trulia’s Chief Economist explains: Owning a home […]
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 16th!
The most important day of Summer is quickly approaching: National Ice Cream Day, which is Sunday, July 16. It would be an injustice not to celebrate it (we’ll take any and all excuses to eat an extra scoop), so we’ve rounded up all the best deals for free and discounted ice cream across the nation. […]