#TBT – We are flashing back to the late 19th century today, and the Raleigh Water Tower, located at 115 West Morgan Street. When it was constructed in 1887, it was the first water tower built in Raleigh. Prior to its construction, the city’s water supply came from cisterns and wells. The building was decommissioned […]
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It’s Fair Time! | Now through Oct. 23
Tasty fried food creations, live music, carnival games and rides, prized livestock, and more await you at the 2016 N.C. State Fair in Raleigh. Get your tickets and go! Managed and produced by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Fair attracts more than 800,000 people each year excited to celebrate our great […]
HPW Open Houses | Oct. 15 – 16
Hurricane Matthew may have blown your house hunt off course last weekend, but Mother Nature has redeemed herself with the weather that’s on the way for Saturday and Sunday. Our Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston real estate agents have listed some beautiful homes and are ready to show them off. Visit our open house […]
5 Home Staging Mistakes That Frighten Buyers Away
Halloween is just around the corner. For many homeowners, that means carving pumpkins, hanging up Halloween decorations, and stocking up on fun-sized candy. But if you’re a homeowner who is thinking about selling this fall season, you might be preparing your home for buyers instead of trick-or-treaters. Home staging is a crucial part of home […]
Cool Weather Curb Appeal
The crisp fall weather has finally arrived in the Triangle. This long-awaited break from the hot summer heat and humidity is marked by pumpkin spice flavored goodies, college football, and brilliantly colored foliage that will soon fall to the ground and hinder your curb appeal. Yes, sellers, you can make a great first impression no […]
HPW Open Houses | Oct. 8 – 9
Rain may be in the forecast, but that doesn’t mean you should stop your house hunt. Put on your galoshes, grab your umbrella, and get out to see some homes this weekend. Our Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston real estate agents will be waiting to welcome you in to tour the beautiful homes they’ve […]
Turkeys for the Triangle | Top 10 Reasons You Should Buy a Raffle Ticket Today!
Forget about ghost and ghouls, all we can think about are gobblers! That’s right! Our HPW Foundation 2016 Turkeys for the Triangle fundraiser is now underway. This special program is a collective effort of our company agents and staff who sell raffle tickets to raise funds to purchase thousands of holiday turkeys to nourish our […]
Chapel Hill Ranks Among Smartest Small Towns in America
Located only a short commute from the renowned Research Triangle Park and home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, it’s no surprise that our Tar Heel town scored a spot on Top Value Reviews’ list of the 20 Smartest Small Towns in America. Chapel Hill’s well-educated population secured sixth place on the […]
HPW Open Houses | Oct. 1 – 2
From featured houses on the annual Triangle Parade of Homes tour to the numerous listings our Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston real estate agents have for you to see, this is the weekend for you, homebuyers. The 51st annual Triangle Parade of Homes kicks off Saturday with more than 250 beautiful houses open to […]
6 Ways to Save Money for Your First Home
For many first-time home buyers, the idea of a 20% down payment is terrifying. It’s one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership. Maybe you want to own a home someday, but the thought of saving up thousands of dollars for a home purchase has deterred you from seriously considering it. Believe it or not, it […]