1907 Oakdene Circle Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

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1907 Oakdene Circle Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

      

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Property Description:

For additional information about this 2,885 Square Foot, 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath property located in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, please fill out the Request More Information form.  

Primary Features:

Approximate Square Footage: 2,885
Approximate Lot Size: 0.350 Acres
Subdivision Name: Ballentine
County: Wake
Elementary School: Ballentine Elementary School
Middle School: Holly Grove Middle School
High School: Fuquay Varina High School
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 2005


      

Lisa Southern

15 E. Martin St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: 919-800-0880  

Portia Springer is Promoted to Director of Operations at Lisa Southern Real Estate

Portia Springer is promoted to Director of Operations at Lisa Southern Real Estate in Raleigh, NC.

Portia  has an extensive background in leadership, organization, technology, and online marketing. She has been in the real estate industry for 5 years. She has been recognized for her ability in front of a classroom teaching marketing strategies, current technology and the use of social media to real estate agents around the country. Portia holds a Bachelor’s of Arts in English: Literature from the University of Central Florida. She is an avid reader, passionate about growing her knowledge and staying on the edge of technology.  

“We are truly lucky to have Portia here at Lisa Southern Real Estate,” says Owner Lisa Southern. “Lisa Southern Real Estate offers its associates unparalleled career growth and lifelong learning opportunities in the real estate industry. We know that Portia will thrive in her new position and it is our customers who will truly benefit from Portia’s new role.”

“I chose Lisa Southern Real Estate because of its reputation for integrity and its customer service business model,” says Springer. “I am always looking to grow, and Lisa Southern Real Estate  provides the family atmosphere, training, and servant leadership that will help me reach my goals.”

Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601, was established in 2005 and has catapulted to the top in both residential real estate and property management.  

To learn more about Lisa Southern Real Estate and how they can help you buy and sell your home, visit www.LisaSouthern.com.

Lynette McEvoy Partners with Lisa Southern Real Estate!

Lynette McEvoy, a real estate professional, has partnered with Lisa Southern Real Estate in Raleigh, NC.

Lynette welcomes the opportunity to assist both buyers and sellers with one of their most important investments, their home. Originally from central Ohio, Lynette graduated from Otterbein College with a degree in Family and Consumer Science, and moved to Raleigh in 2001. Real Estate has been a perfect fit, as Lynette grew up in a family of builders. She incorporates her knowledge gained from course work and experience in interior design, real life business experience and her love for helping her clients stage and sell or find their ideal home.

“We are truly lucky to have Lynette join us here at Lisa Southern Real Estate,” says Owner Lisa Southern. “Lisa Southern Real Estate offers its associates unparalleled career growth and lifelong learning opportunities in the real estate industry. We know that Lynette will be a great fit and that it is our customers who will truly benefit from Lynette joining us.”

“I chose Lisa Southern Real Estate because of its reputation for integrity and its customer service business model,” says McEvoy. “I am always looking to grow, and Lisa Southern Real Estate  provides the family atmosphere, training, and servant leadership that will help me reach my goals.” 

Lynette is eager to help you with all of your real estate needs and can be reached by phone at: 919-745-9925. You can also connect with Lynette through Facebook!

Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601, was established in 2005 and has catapulted to the top in both residential real estate and property management.

To learn more about Lisa Southern Real Estate and how they can help you buy and sell your home, visit www.LisaSouthern.com.

Lisa Southern Real Estate Is Now Located in Downtown Raleigh!

Lisa Southern Real Estate is excited to announce their Downtown Raleigh location at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601.

Lisa Southern Real Estate opened its doors in 2005 and is a true family owned business. Lisa owns the residential real estate division, working with her daughter Kendall and Director of Operations, Portia Springer. Lisa serves as our Listing Specialist while Kendall serves as our Buyer Specialist. 

Jim Southern owns the property management division, Southern Group Property Management. Son Reid and daughter Spencer are Property Managers and handle all rentals. Jim works directly with owners to make sure their investments are well taken care of.

Youngest son Truman goes to school at St. David’s School and loves to explore Downtown Raleigh with his family and friends.

Lisa Southern Real Estate Specializes in the Downtown Raleigh, Inside the Beltline real estate market. We also serve the greater Raleigh Metro Area including Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs and Morrisville. Living and working in Downtown Raleigh keeps us on top of everything Downtown. Being able to walk out the door and enjoy Raleigh nightlife, weekend Farmer’s Market and the many special events through the year is truly amazing. Our office is located at 15 E. Martin St. in the heart of Downtown Raleigh. We hope you will stop by our office and say hi!

Contact us if you are considering living, working, visiting, renting or selling a home in Downtown Raleigh or the surrounding Raleigh Area. We would love the opportunity to earn your business. Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601, was established in 2005 and has catapulted to the top in both residential real estate and property management.

To learn more about Lisa Southern Real Estate and how they can help you buy or sell your home, call us at 919-800-0880 or visit www.LisaSouthern.com.

6 Things You Need To Do When Moving Into a New Home

 
 Moving into your new home is exciting! It also means you’ve got work to do.

1. Change the Locks
You don’t know who else has a set of keys to your home, so change the locks. This ensures you’re the only person who has access. Install new deadbolts yourself for as little as $10 per lock, or call a locksmith – if you supply the new locks, they typically charge about $20-$30 per lock for labor.

2. Check for Plumbing Leaks
Your home inspector should do this for you before closing, but it never hurts to double-check. Keep an eye out for dripping faucets, running toilets and check your water heater for signs of a leak. Trick: Check your water meter at the beginning and end of a two hour window when no water is being used. If your reading is different, you have a leak.

3. Steam Clean Carpets
Do this before you move your furniture in, and your new home life will be off to a fresh start! You can pay a professional carpet cleaning service – about $50 per room, most services require a minimum of about $100 before they will come out – or you can rent a steam cleaner for about $30 per day and do the work yourself.

4. Wipe Out Your Cabinets
Before you unpack your dishes and bathroom supplies, make sure to wipe inside and outside your cabinets. Preferably use a non-toxic cleaner and replace contact paper if necessary.

5. Get Rid of Critters
Make sure to get rid of mice, rats, bats, termites, roaches and any other uninvited guests. There are any number of DIY ways to get rid of pests, but if you need to bring in the professionals, an initial visit from a pest removal service will run about $100-$300, followed bi-monthly or quarterly visits at about $50 each time.

6. Look for the Circuit Breaker Box and Main Water Valve.
It’s a good idea to figure out which fuses control what parts of your house and label them accordingly. This will take two people: one to stand in the room where the power is supposed to go off, and one to trip the fuse and yell, “Did that work? How about now?”   You’ll want to know how to turn off your main water valve if you have a plumbing emergency, if a hurricane or tornado is headed your way, or if you’re going out of town. Locate the valve – it could be inside or outside your home – and turn the knob until it’s off. Test it by turning on any faucet in the house; no water should come out.  

 Lisa Southern Real Estate is located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601. If you or someone you know is looking to buy a home call us today at 919-800-0880 or visit our website to start your home search now!

 

Raleigh, North Carolina Homes for Sale!

Spring in Raleigh, North Carolina is notorious for the beautiful blossoms, green trails, and a boom in the real estate market! As more people are ready to buy, homes for sale are being snatched up quickly! 

Don't get left behind! Start your home search today so when you see the home of your dreams, Lisa Southern Real Estate can help you transform your dreams into reality!

Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601 specializes in the Raleigh Area real estate market. If you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell their home in the Raleigh Area, call us today at 919-800-0880 or visit our website!

Just Listed... 101 Catlin Road, Cary, NC 27519!

Just Listed... 101 Catlin Road, Cary, NC 27519

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This beautiful home in desirable Chesney Glen in Cary, NC is for sale! The Family/Sun Room features vaulted ceilings. Large deck, patio and fully fenced backyard. This home is close to shopping, restaurants, major roads and is within walking distance to Starbucks! This home is exclusively listed by Lisa Southern Real Estate, call us at 919-800-0880 to set up a private showing today!

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Listing Information:

Address: 101 Catlin Road, Cary, NC 27519
Area: 010-Cary/Morrisville/Apex
County: Wake
Listing #: 1995827
Property Type: Single Family
Subdivision: Chesney Glen

Property Information:

Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 2
Half Baths: 1
Garage: 2
Sq. Feet: 2,320
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Appliances: Cooktop-Gas, Dishwaser, Disposal, Garage Opener, Microwave
Utilies: City Water; City Sewer

School Information:

Elementary: Wake - Turner Creek Elementary (Year Round)
Jr./Middle: Wake - Salem Middle School
Sr./High: Wake - Panther Creek High School

** Visit the Wake County Public School System's website to see what school your home is assigned to.

Nearby Schools:

Davis Drive Middle School - Public, 1100 students
Green Hope High School - Public, 2100 students
Turner Creek Elementary - Public, 850 students


Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, specializes in homes in the Raleigh area of North Carolina. If you are interested in buying a property in the Raleigh area or selling your Raleigh area home, visit our website or give us a call at 919-800-0880!

2015 St. Patrick's Day Celebrations in Downtown Raleigh

2015 St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

Downtown Raleigh, NC - Lisa Southern Real Estate

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 Are you looking for family fun to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Downtown Raleigh has many free events!

1. Raleigh’s 29th Annual St. Patricks’ Day Parade

Date & Time: Saturday, March 14, 2015 10am

Where: 400 Fayetteville St. Raleigh, NC 27601

Admission: FREE

Details: Celebrate St. Patrick and Irish and Celtic Traditions and Culture.

2. Raleigh Wearin’ ‘O the Green Festival

Date & TIME: Saturday, March 14, 2015

Where: 400 Fayetteville St. Raleigh, NC 27601

Admission: FREE

Details: After the Downtown Raleigh Parade, the celebration continues in City Plaza at the south end of Fayetteville St, along with some of the neighboring streets. There will be lots of live music, dancing, various vendors, craft booths, Leprechaun Lane for the kids, and lots of food and refreshments!

3. St. Patrick’s Day Crawl Downtown

Date & Time: Saturday, March 14, 2015 2:00pm  - 11:30pm

Where: Clockwork 519 W. North St Raleigh, NC 27603

Admission: $10.00 in Advance, $20.00 day of

Details: MUST be 21+, 10 Stops in the Glenwood Ave. area favorite bars and also Napper Tandy’s block party! There will be fun games, prizes and giveaways throughout the event.

4. Hibernian Co. & Napper Tandy’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Date & Time: Saturday, March 14, 2015 12pm—11pm

Where: Glenwood South District, 300 and 400 blocks of Glenwood Ave.

Admission: Free until 4pm, $5 entry after 4pm

Details: Live music, cold beverages, great food, and local vendors. A portion of the proceeds from the festival will benefit Shop Local Raleigh and the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association.

5. The Pour House Music Hall St. Paddy’s Day Free for All

Date & Time: Saturday, March 14, 2015 11:30am—9pm

Where: 222 S. Blount St. Raleigh, NC

Admission: FREE

Details: Featuring live music from Seepeoples, Soft Bullets, Pivot, Jonin, Motorbilly, Hearts & Daggers, and New Car Caviar

Lisa Southern Real Estate is located at 15 E. Martin Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 and specializes in the Downtown Raleigh real estate market. If you are interested in living, investing, renting or selling in Downtown Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs or Fuquay Varina, contact us today at 919-800-0800 or to start your home search, visit our website!

Real Estate Jargon - Explained!

Real estate jargon, while not in a different language, can still be difficult to understand. There are two types of real estate slang: the acronyms used in ads and the daily jargon used by the real estate industry professionals in their daily business. These are some things you might hear from a real estate agent that you might not understand.

Contingency: A clause in the contract that puts off the terms of the contract until another event occurs. Think of it as "this contract is not enforceable unless X occurs by Y date". Common contingencies include the sale of your current home, obtaining financing, the home appraising for at least the loan amount, and acceptable inspection results.

Closing Costs: The fees paid at the closing of a real estate transaction. These costs vary, and some are negotiable and may be paid by the buyer, seller or both.

CMA: Comparative Market Analysis. This is a report compiled by a real estate agent that analyzes the past sold homes in an area to determine what a home is worth in today's market.

Escrow Impound Account: Buyers will be asked to prepay taxes and insurance upon the closing on a home. This money goes into an escrow impound account, and is used to ensure that these bills are paid on time. Not all mortgages require an escrow impound account, and if your loan-to-value ratio is 80 percent or less, you may be able to have this requirement waived and sometimes the lender will charge your for this.

FHA and HUD: The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), is an office overseen by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Many assume that "FHA Loans" are loans actually granted by this agency. They are not. The FHA guarantees the repayment of the loan granted by a conventional lender.

GFE: Good Faith Estimate. A form supplied by the lender that itemizes the terms and costs of the loan given to a buyer.

HOA: Homeowners Association. This is the governing body of a common interest neighborhood. It is made up of a board of directors, elected by the homeowners. Not every neighborhood has an HOA.

HOI: Homeowners Insurance. This is required by the lender and it protects the property from hazards such as theft and fire. It also covers your liability or legal responsibility for any injuries on your property, including those caused by pets that live in the home.

HUD Settlement Statement: An itemized list of services and fees charged to the borrower by the lender. By law, the borrower is given at least 24 hours before closing to inspect the HUD.

MLS: Multiple Listing Service. A database where listing agents share information about properties for sale with other agents. The information contained in the MLS is typically not available to the general public.

PITI: Pronounced "Pee-Tee", this acronym stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes and Insurance. Combined, these make up your monthly mortgage payment.

PMI: This acronym stands for Private Mortgage Insurance. Lenders typically require PMI when the down payment on a home is less than 20 percent of the total loan amount. This is paid for by the borrower, and can usually be removed once the borrower has paid off 80 percent of the loan amount.

REALTOR: Many consumers assume that all real estate agents are Realtors. This isn't true. A real estate agent must be a dues-paying member of the National Associate of Realtors to legally use the term Realtor. 

Title Insurance: There are two types of title insurance policies. One covers a buyer's interest in real property. The second type protects the lender. Title insurance is necessary to protect your interest from other claims of ownership.

Seller's Property Disclosure: Sometimes referred to as a Transfer Disclosure Statement. This form is filled out by the seller and given to the buyer as part of the disclosure process. This form contains a list of questions that must only be answered by the seller (not by the listing agent). Some of these questions are about the condition of the home and whether or not the seller has knowledge of any major repairs made to the house and items on the property, such as alarm systems, sump pumps and even rain gutters.

VA Loan: A mortgage offered to U.S. service members, veterans and sometimes spouses that is guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Zero-Lot Line: When a home sits right on the lot's boundary, with little or no space between homes, it is said to have a zero-lot line.

Lisa Southern Real Estate is located at 15 E. Martin Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 and specializes in the Downtown Raleigh real estate market. If you are interest in living, investing, renting or selling in Downtown Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs or Fuquay Varina, contact us today at 919-800-0800 or to start your home search, visit our website!

Top Must Haves For Buyers in Today's Raleigh Real Estate Market!

According to  a survey conducted by the Demand Institute of 10,000 households' current living situations, one in three households say they plan to move in the next five years. The location of the home will be driving most of those moving decisions — more so than the physical home itself.

The top reasons to move include:

• Desire for a safer neighborhood
• Being closer to family
• A change of climate
• Being closer to work
• Moving for a new job

For those wanting to move for a change of climate, the Western and Southern U.S. continue to be the top destinations.

The top location features include:

• Amenities/services in walking distance
• Good school district
• Close to work
• Diverse neighborhood
• Near public transit

More and more buyers are looking for walkable communities. There is an upturn in home price growth in walkable communities compared to less walkable communities, according to the Demand Institute's report. Those who reside in walkable communities report that their quality of life has improved in the past few years due to their change in residence.

Americans are looking for more amenities near them. The following places were identified as what home buyers would most like to have near their future home:

• Grocery stores
• Restaurants and cafes
• Parks and green space
• Healthcare services
• Retail

According to Jeff Speck, author of Walkable City, Downtown Raleigh has the bone structure to becoming a great walkable city. In 2014, 36 street level businesses opened their doors which are 95 percent locally-owned. Downtown Raleigh's green spaces are being upgraded and new ones will be added in the coming years.

 

Lisa Southern Real Estate, located at 15 E. Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27601, was founded in 2005. If you are looking to move to Raleigh, NC or the surrounding area, call us today at 919-800-0800 or start your home search by visiting our website! If you are interested in see how much your Raleigh, NC home is worth in today's real estate market, please fill out this form today!