904 Northwoods Dr, Cary, NC Welcome to this lovely two-story home located in the Cary neighborhood of Northwoods!  Grand brick steps lead to the decorative front door.  To the left of the foyer is the family room that features a brick hearth fireplace, crown, and a large double window.  To the right of the foyer is the formal living room grounded with warm hardwood floors.  The hardwoods carry on into the dining room that is wrapped with crown and a chair rail.  The dining room also features double French doors that lead out to the deck.  Enjoy cooking your favorite meal in the bright kitchen that offers cabinets with crown, more hardwood floors, and a walk-in pantry.  The breakfast nook offers large windows to let in lots of natural light.  There is also a laundry closet in the kitch... 08/26/2014

Wake County Public Schools Set to Open Today, August 25th, 2014 With more than 100,000 Wake County students starting the 2014-2015 school year today, August 25th, your humble Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Real Estate agent thought you these handy links would be helpful for you to bookmark.   Wake County Public Schools 2014-15 School Calendar Before and After School Programs Lunch Menus En Espańol   And, remember, please drive carefully. When you see a school bus with it's lights flashing, you must stop your vehicle.                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you w... 08/24/2014

Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Real Estate Agent Found a Way... ...to get the good news to his home buying clients! As many of you might already know, the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area is a huge relocation spot for many people. With large companies like IBM, Glaxo Smith Kline, Cisco and Dupont (to name a few) housing their Southeast corporate headquarters here, employees are routinely transferred to the area. Recently, relocation buyer clients of mine fell in love with one of the homes I showed them. We put in an offer on the home... and crossed our fingers. Well, I got the happy call! Their offer was accepted! But, oh no! My clients were back on the plane heading home. Thankfully, your humble Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Real Estate agent found a way to get them the good news! Service above and ... 08/22/2014

Start 'Em Young Moms! Buyer's Agency in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area! When your parents bought their first Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home, they hired a buyer's agent. When you bought your first Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home, you hired a buyer's agent. And, now, many years later your children are about to buy their first Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home. Well it's a good thing that you started them young! Because they just called me to help them find their new Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home! Hey my mom taught me, at a very early age, the importance of having my own representation in a Real Estate transaction, and when I bought my first home, I listened to my mom and hired a buyer's agent. You should too. In fact, I'd be honored to be your buyer's agent! Call me. Email me. Text me. I'm here an... 08/20/2014

Thinking about selling your home in Cary NC? Checkout our Market Min Report http://www.fmrealty.com/market-minutes/detail?area=NC_Carpenter-Upchurch&aid=7fea1b88-3dea-42fe-a47f-ce17673e1dc2 via @fmrealty       Focus On: Carpenter and Upchurch Area Housing Market July 2014 Zip Code(s): 27519 Units Sold 113 Active Inventory 210 Median Sale Price $382,000 Days On Market 72 Down -19% Vs. Year Ago Down -17% Vs. Year Ago Up 20% Vs. Year Ago Up 14% Vs. Year Ago   Units Sold There was a decrease in total units sold in July, with 113 sold this month in Carpenter and Upchurch Area Real Estate versus 156 last month, a decrease of 28%. This month's total units sold was lower than at this time last year, a decrease of 19% versus July 2013. Active Inventory Versus last year, the total number of homes... 08/17/2014

Sit. Stay. Woof! Dog Training in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area! So you got a new puppy, huh? Congratulations! Dogs make great pets... if you train them well. So, if you're pretty sure that you'd rather come home to this... Than this.... ...Click on the picture of my dog Fluffy, or on the map below to find Dog Training facilities in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area.                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www... 08/17/2014

Celebrating Shark Week in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area! In honor and recognition of Shark Week, your humble Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Real Estate agent has made a decision.  I will personally attend all client meetings and closings dressed in a shark suit! Naturally, you're welcome to join me in this historic decision!                                   About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com Call me TODAY at 919-349-953... 08/12/2014

Today's Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Blue Plate Specials! There's no need to wonder where to find the deals on your new Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home! Just head on over to www.justNChomes.com and begin searching for YOUR new home now. It's FREE and there is NO OBLIGATION. All I ask is that if you do find a home you like, give me a call to make the arrangements to get you in to see it, and to provide you with all the facts you'll need to make an informed decision should you decide that this is "the one"!                                   About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocati... 08/11/2014

Homes between $500k and $1m in Cary NC     What do you need to know about purchasing Luxury Homes in Cary North Carolina?   You should know that on average 85% of Cary's Luxury homes for sale will fall between the price range of $500k and $1m. Cary is a very affordable area to live in compared to many parts of the US. However, Cary has one of the higher home price averages in North Carolina. The average home price in Cary NC will be around the $350k +/- price point.   Where can I find Luxury Home Listings over $1m in Cary NC? If you're looking for Luxury Homes over $1m in Wake County, there are still some wonderful options in and around Cary NC.    Which Lenders who offer jumbo pricing for Luxury homes in Cary NC? There are a few lenders who offer competitive jumbo pricing for Luxury ho... 08/10/2014

   Checkout my Newest News Letter and Grand baby Announcement. Welcome Baby Troy to our Family.      Summer & Back to School Back to School DIY   Summer is still here, but it's time to think of school already! Something that might make the back to school blues a little easier are these sweet DIY ideas for the family. Click HERE to view these, and our other Pinterest ideas for home & back to school.   Goldfish notes: "You're O-FISH-ally in ___ grade" Get your kids excited with this cute and yummy snack in their lunch box. Surprise them on the first day of school, or as an after school snack. Also might work with Swedish fish as a sweet snack.  Ruler Wreath: Snazz up your front door with this cute wreath. Easy to make, and useful as well!       What's Up in the Triangle - August Edition  ... 08/05/2014

Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex Real Estate Agent is Off to Help New Clients! It's not easy being me. Every day I work diligently to help my clients buy and sell homes in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area. So, with that being said, I can't spend too much time here today, because.... Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex Real Estate Agent is Off to Help New Clients!                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com Cal... 08/05/2014

Photoshop Phun from Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Real Estate Agent! It's Friday! And that can only mean one thing... It's time for some Photoshop Phun to get you in a good mood for a relaxing and fun filled, or a busy and successful weekend. Or a combination of both! In either case, please enjoy this old photo of me, your humble Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Real Estate agent, back in the motherland tending to my morning chores! OK. I have to run now. Gotta tend to the chickens! Have a great weekend everybody! "Milk it" for all it's worth!                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the co... 07/31/2014

New construction is booming in the Triangle area. With new homes sales going at a brisk pace, some buyers are worried they will lose their favorite lot or the one house under construction that meets all their needs. Here are some reasons having a buyer’s agent is extremely important for new construction: 1) The builder’s representative is often not a licensed real estate agent but an employee of the builder. Their legal obligations to you as a buyer are different than what the NC Real Estate Commission requires of licensed brokers. The problem is that the builder’s representative is asking many questions which buyers shouldn’t be answering that expose the buyer’s motivation for buying. Buyers are lulled into answering feeling like the builder’s representative is nice and professional. ... 07/31/2014

Allow Me to Put You in my Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Address Book... Look, you're going to move here anyway. You've been talking about it for some time now. So, do it already! Call me! I'll help you find that "just right" Raleigh, Cary, Apex area house... that you'll be proud to call home. And then, when all is said and done, I'll add you to my address book and we can call one another "neighbor". It's a win - win for everyone!                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. To find all available homes... 07/31/2014

Lesson of the Day from Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Real Estate Agent.   This boy didn't listen in class...     So, we'll review it again...   Get it? Got it? Good! Class dismissed!                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com Call me TODAY at 919-349-9530 Email me with your Raleigh - Cary – Apex area questions     07/28/2014

This One's Gone! Another Home Sold by Craig Rutman, Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Real Estate agent!   This beautiful home in Wake Forest, NC is now sold. But don't worry folks. Even though this one is no longer available, YOUR new Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home is out there. If you're looking to buy or sell a Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home, you're just a click or a phone call away. Prefer to click? www.justNChomes.com is your one stop resource for all your Real Estate needs in the Triangle area. If you prefer to call, 919-349-9530 is the number! I'm here and I'm ready to help you get your home sold, or to help you begin the search for your new Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home. About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the p... 07/28/2014

Come Celebrate National Dance Day Here in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area! Yes folks, tomorrow, July 26th, is National Dance Day. And you can celebrate it right here in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area. Now in it's 4th year, National Dance Day reminds people of the benefits of dance and keeping fit. For more information on National Dance Day here in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area, click here. Well, I gotta run. I have a closing today and I'm getting ready to do a happy dance with my buyers!!!                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professiona... 07/24/2014

Today is National Hot Dog Day!   So, fire up the grill and indulge a little! Don't feel like breaking out the BBQ? Click on the map or the link below to find out where you can go and get a hot dog here in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area.   Where to Get a Hot Dog in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com Call me TODAY at 919-349-9530 Email me with your Ralei... 07/23/2014

Before I Became the Humble Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Real Estate Agent You're Familiar With...  Yeah, yeah. I know. It's shocking, huh? You though I was ALWAYS a Real Estate agent.  But before I was a Real Estate agent in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area, I enjoyed a brief, albeit, successful stint with a few guys you might have heard of... Yeah, that's right. Frank, Dean, Peter and me, we played the Vegas circuit. And we played it good. Late nights in the lounge, four fingers of Jack, back stage antics. We did it all. And we did it nightly. We were on top of the world. But, all good things eventually come to an end. This new kid, Sammy Davis, Jr., moved in to town and I felt he'd be a better fit for our little "Rat Pack". Since the billboards in Vegas could only accommodate four names, I de... 07/22/2014

Lego Fun With Your Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area Real Estate Agent! It's Lego time! Everyone loves Legos. Well, except if you're barefoot and you step on one! But, barring that tragedy, Legos are a great toy for young and old alike. Your humble Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Real Estate agent spent many a day as a child building Lego things like this. And, I'm sure you probably have fond memories of Legos as a child too. So, with that being said, let's have some Lego fun... How Many Legos Would it Take to Build Your Home?   Lego My House Put your answer in the comments section of this post. Enjoy!                                     About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - ... 07/20/2014