#TBT – We are throwing back to 1913 today, and a view of downtown Durham, looking east-southeast from Main Street. S.H. Kress Department store was a “five and dime” store, and the Queen Anne structure was built in 1893. Happy Thursday!
The Triangle real estate market is in a unique state. While the Triangle Multiple Listing Services has collected data demonstrating a 5 percent increase in new listings in the first quarter of 2016 as compared to the same period last year, there simply aren’t enough houses on the market to satisfy buyer demand. Homes that list become […]
Many homeowners find gardening is an enjoyable outdoor activity with several additional benefits: enhancing curb appeal, creating bright pops of color, and even providing homegrown ingredients for meals. But outdoor plants need just the right amount of sunshine, space, fertile soil, and maintenance to be able to flourish. You don’t need to abandon your dream of having a […]
What are you doing this weekend? Go see some area open houses and get that house hunt started! There are open houses scheduled throughout the Triangle area from Hillsborough to Wake Forest and all of the cities and towns in between. Seeking a two-story in Raleigh? There are plenty to visit. A townhome in Chapel […]
#TBT – Today we are throwing back to 1942, and what was then the Colony Theatre in Raleigh’s Five Points neighborhood. The building was constructed in 1936, and was originally an A&P Grocery Store. In 1942, it was converted to a movie theater. After renovations in 1983, it became known as the Rialto Theater. Happy […]
On the hunt for a new home? Have you thought about a green home? No, we aren’t talking about a paint color. The Green Home Builders of the Triangle will host its annual Green Home Tour starting this weekend. More than 20 new and remodeled certified green homes will be open for self-guided tours on […]
Are you heading into the hot summer months with a home smart enough to save you money? The summer months mark the nation’s peak energy use. Americans spend $22 billion a year on A/C alone. When the temperatures (and your energy bill) start to climb, a smart home offers several innovative ways to save. Turns […]
Will this be the weekend you start your house hunt? Attending area open houses is a great way to get going. Take a look at our list of HPW Triangle open houses to see which homes you may be able to tour this Saturday and Sunday. We’ve also spotlighted some houses below to show you […]
It’s strawberry season—let’s get to pickin’! There are plenty of family-friendly strawberry farms throughout the Triangle area that you can visit to fill a bucket (or four). You’ll also want to attend the upcoming Strawberry Festival in Garner to celebrate the ruby red treats and the beautiful spring weather! Triangle Strawberry Farms Make plans to take […]
#TBT. We are throwing back to the 1950’s today, and the Piggly Wiggly grocery store in the Five Points neighborhood of Raleigh. The building now houses NOFO@ The Pig, a restaurant, market and gift shop. Happy Thursday!
