BizJournals ranks the Raleigh Metro area #8 in Brainpower.
It isn't like making the Final Four, I suppose, but recognition of all that cranial capacity sure is heartwarming anyway.
The RTP, University of North Carolina, NC State, Duke, SAS in Cary, and myriad other innovative employers have created a climate of excellence that is noteworthy.
Congratulations to the other members of the Top Ten:
Curb appeal, that all important "first impression," just went over the top in Cary, and all over Wake County, NC, with the opening of the annual Azalea blooming season!
Riotous color adorns the most humble homes, or beautiful estates, many from plantings of a generation or two ago.
I don't think there is another common landscape planting that does more for curb appeal. As much as I crow about crape myrtles, and dote on dogwoods, the azalea claims the crown in seasonal color bursts!
Individual blooms are gorgeous in their details:
You can see dramatic massive plantings of one color:
Or a mix of several colors in one bedding area:
Either way, the azalea puts on a beautiful annual spring show that is hard to beat!
Anytime you can garner a Number 1 ranking from Forbes, I guess it is time to crow a little.
And Forbes has delivered again, labeling the Raleigh Metro Area #1 for Business and Careers.
Who am I to disagree? I love it here in Cary, in the Raleigh Metro Area. And it feels great to be a sincere booster for my chosen home town.
We have great economic engines in the Research Triangle Park, wonderful NC State University, and North Carolina State government.
We have high levels of education, with a great percentage of the population holding advanced degrees.
And we are continuing to attract top talent from around the country.
And Durham, NC, with many fine attributes landed at Number 12.
All in all a good day!
Raleigh-Cary MSA routinely gets mention in national press for liveability.
Climate, jobs, cost of living, strong real estate market, etc.
And we have a new jewel to add to the crown: Great Teeth!
Not #4. Not #5. The coveted #3, as in Win-Place-Show.
Seems we "Show" great teeth.
Like I say, "Smile. It increases your face value!"
We cruised through Wynston Ridge in Cary, NC, last Saturday morning to view the beautiful custom homes and the heavily wooded lots. The blue sky helped too.
View current Active Listings in Wynston Ridge.
Wynston Ridge is a mature residential neighborhood on the Southeast side of Cary, NC. Wynston Ridge is located off Holly Springs Road, or accessed through Camden Forest. See the Wynston Ridge slideshow on Flickr.
Raleigh and NC State University are about a 15-20 minute commute. The Research Triangle Park, "RTP," is about 25 minutes. Heavy drive-time traffic can lengthen commutes. Within a half mile, Tryon Village is nearing completion, and will offer extensive retail shopping, groceries, restaurants, and other services.
Wynston Ridge was developed in the late 1980's by Holly Springs Properties, Inc. Traditional and transitional 1.5, 2, and 2.5-story homes comprise Wynston Ridge, with home sizes ranging from 2500 to 4100 square feet. Builders were selected from among the area's best known custom builders. Cul-de-sac development created quiet streets. As shown in the photos, Wynston Ridge is heavily wooded with mature forest.
Typically Wynston Ridge homes include 4 to 5 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3 baths, extensive use of brick, beautiful .3 to .5+ acre heavily wooded lots, 2 car garages, and dual zone natural gas heat.
School assignments are great Wake County Schools, managed by and subject to change by Wake County Public Schools. More information on Wake County Public Schools.
Wynston Ridge has a Homeowners Association. HOA dues are approximately $61 quarterly and provide for common area maintenance.
Home sales currently fall from the high $300,000's to mid-$400,000's. Property taxes are under reassessment in 2008 and have been approximately 0.86% of the property's assessed Tax Value. More information on Wake County property taxes.
View current Active Listings in Wynston Ridge.
Cary, Raleigh, Wake County and Beyond! North Carolina Realtor. Real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty. Helping Buyers and Sellers attain their goals. Land, Homes, Investment Properties.
In my 12th year in the Raleigh, Cary, Wake County area. No GPS needed!
A dear client told me, "You're a real person, Mike."
How rewarding! A Real Person! The coveted "ARP" designation.
I promise I'll be a "real person" for you, too!
Elevate!
Land, farms, building lots, rehab homes, rental property, estate homes, golf course homes, townhomes.
Are you trying to sell a "Problem Property?" No fear here. Call me, and let's see what you need.
I have a hands-on construction background, which I think benefits my clients.
First-time Buyers and Seniors are among my favorite home-buying clients.
Real estate investment is a powerful component in a successful investment portfolio. I enjoy "doing the math" on investment homes, multi-family properties, and land, and helping folks build wealth with real estate.
If you need to buy or sell an acre, or a thousand acres, a farm, or transitional land, give me a call.
And Historic Homes? Honoring the past through preservation can be very rewarding. Having renovated two homes for myself, I know the sacrifices and the rewards of opening Pandora's Box. It can be a trap...or a treasure chest!
Thanks again for the successful sale of our house. We appreciate your help, patience and understanding. Keep in touch!
Bev and Bob
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Mr. Jaquish
I would like to thank you for the work that you are putting into selling our mothers home on P....... Rd. I looked it up on the internet and was pleased to see what you have done. It brought back such a good feeling in my heart when I saw my moms house, I hope that things will work out and we can let someone feel the warmth that anyone who walked into that home felt when my mother was living.
Thank you,
Robin O.
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Thanks again for your time and assistance Mike! You're the best! Kim
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Although I've never had to sell a property before, long or short distant, you made what I thought would have been very difficult, possible, and I thank you.
My Sisters and I are satisfied as I hope you and the buyer are.
I truly believe you were sent to us.
THANKS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING.
Carmen
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Prospective Clients of Mike Jaquish:
As recent homebuyers, with Mike as our agent, we offer this letter in the highest recommendation of Mike Jaquish's services.
Being first time homeowners, we had done as much research into the prospect of owning our own home as we could but fell far short. Luckily for us, with Mike as our guide and representative, the process proved to be one of refreshing honesty, clear vision, endless patience and selfless dedication on Mike's part.
Once the three of us determined what we wanted and what we could afford, Mike utilized this information to locate and present only the properties satisfying our needs, avoiding the wasted time often spent viewing homes above our budget or below our spatial expectations. His expediency in locating properties as soon as they hit the market allowed us to bid quickly and his expertise and candor in interpreting the home reports prevented a couple of purchase disasters.
As we moved toward purchase, Mike worked flawlessly with our loan agent (Kevin Martini), leaving very little for my wife and I to worry about.
We now own the home we wanted in the place we wanted and consider Mike Jaquish in our circle of friends. We're sure anyone hiring Mike will feel the same.
Sincerely,
James and Ali
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We were put in touch with Mike when my wife got an aggressive job transfer from Atlanta and a friend of a relative referred him. Even though we were only looking for a six month lease, Mike treated us as if we were property buyers. Within two days, and only five tours, we located a property to match our needs until we could get settled into Raleigh. He was great! We plan to use his services again when we are shopping for a real home this fall.
Hans and Stephany
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Mike Jaquish is a fantastic cohort in the Cary KW office. If I am too busy to get ahold of (not likely :) Mike would be an excellent choice to get a difficult question answered.
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Hey Mike. Thanks!!! I sure wish we could do more deals together. You are a great agent to work with!! :~) Maybe in the future. Kel
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