Category Archives: North Carolina

Developer Randy Allen Celebrates a 40-year Career in Real Estate

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North Carolina developer

Randy Allen, a developer located in Charlotte, has had a long and successful career in Carolina real estate, as well as up and down the East coast. His company, Randy Allen North Carolina Developer, has achieved success due to his hard work, professionalism and leadership.

Randy Allen entered the real estate world in 1972, immediately after college. He started out by designing and overseeing the development of single family homes, starting with tiny neighborhoods. Now, through is company, he oversees teams of contractors to develop communities with more than 1,000 homes. The communities Randy Allen has worked on often include planned developments with parks and other features, as well as locations with waterfront lots on manmade lakes and marinas.

Randy’s experience and professionalism grew over time, which led to him taking on even larger projects. In 2009, his company received an award from the American Council of Engineering Companies for a large-scale waste water treatment plant they built.

When asked about the secret to his success, Randy Allen attributed it to enjoying his work and having plenty of help, including that of quality contractors who have helped them build communities that they could be proud of. Randy’s colleagues have also praised his professionalism, creativity and ability to work well with his contractors.

For more information on Randy Allen North Carolina Developer, visit their website.

CNN Money Ranks Carolina Markets as Best Buys

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Asheville real estate market

If you’re looking to buy or sell a new home, some real estate markets have recovered better than others. Recently, CNN Money ranked their top five markets for buyers, and two Carolina real estate markets made the list.

Coming in at number one was southern South Carolina, which includes towns such as Beaufort, Hilton Head Island and Charleston. Currently, homes are averaging 156 days on the market and being listed at $269,900. This means that buyers have a longer time to shop around for their perfect home, although they shouldn’t expect great deals to stay on the market as long.

The Asheville market makes the list at number four with 146 days on the market on average and a median listing price of $249,900. Housing here still remains inexpensive especially considering that the city consistently ranks as a top place to live. However, those looking to buy will find that inventory has dropped significantly over the past few years.

For the full list from CNN Money, click here.

New Home for Veterans Opens in North Carolina

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North Carolina veteran housing

Recently, state and city officials gathered for the grand opening of the new N.C. State Veterans Home in Black Mountain. The facility aims at providing long-term healthcare for U.S. military veterans.

“We always like to say that North Carolina is the most military-friendly state in the nation and it really shows with the opening of the new N.C. State Veterans Home in Black Mountain,” said Gov. Perdue. “This is how we show appreciation to those who served and sacrificed to make our state and country a better, safer place to live and prosper.”

The facility, which has 100 beds total, provides residents with their own rooms and bathrooms. These rooms are grouped into “neighborhoods” of 12-14 residents who share a common area complete with dining room, large-screen TV and courtyard.

In addition to these housing facilities, residents also receive skilled nursing care and a state-of-the-art therapy center.

The N.C. State Veterans Home program provides skilled care services to qualifying North Carolina veterans. Currently, about 765,900 veterans live in the state, and approximately 100,000 of those reside in the western portion of the state.

The State Veterans Home program is a fully receipt-based operation. Homes operate on funds from private pay, Medicaid/Medicare, Veterans Affairs pension and/or per diem, and other sources such as gifts and donations. The N.C. Division of Veterans Affairs, which is part of the N.C. Department of Administration, employs a private provider to manage the facility. North Carolina currently operates two other facilities, a 150-bed facility in Fayetteville, and a 99-bed in Salisbury. A fourth facility in Kinston is scheduled to be completed in early 2013.

For additional information about the State Veterans Home program, visit the N.C. Division of Veterans Affairs website at www.ncveterans.net. For more North Carolina real estate news, explore our site.

Ryan Homes Announces New Single Family Homes at Birkdale Grove

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new homes near Charlotte

Ryan Homes is excited to announce new homes coming soon to Birkdale Grove in Huntersville, N.C. Carolina new home buyers who have been searching for the perfect new home in this prestigious area won’t want to miss out on this limited opportunity!

Homeowners at Birkdale Grove will enjoy a selection of six unique floor plans with up to six bedrooms and more than 2,500 square feet of living space. These homes are all priced from the $280,000s with brick or stone fronts, HardiePlank Colorplus siding, two-car garages, extensive landscaping packages, high-end finishes and much more! Like all new Ryan homes, these homes are fully Energy Star certified, meaning your utility costs will be cut by up to 30 percent. With only 13 homesites remaining, interested buyers should act now!

Huntersville is a sought-after area, and Birkdale Grove is just one mile to shopping, movie theaters and restaurants. Residents will also enjoy being just north of Charlotte with convenient access to Birkdale Golf Club, Lake Norman and I-77.

For more information on these wonderful new homes, visit www.RyanHomes.com.

Gary Player Design Course Opening at The Cliffs in South Carolina

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Gary Player Design course at The Cliffs

The Cliffs and Gary Player Design are excited to announce that The Cliffs at Mountain Park Golf Course is scheduled to open next fall. The is one of only a handful of golf courses currently being constructed in North America, and one of seven courses in The Cliffs Communities. The new course will be a part of the existing 5,000 acre Mountain Park residential community on the southernmost edge of the Blue Ridge Mountians.

The Cliffs at Mountain Park Golf Course will be surrounded by more than a million acres of State Parks and National Forests. The course has been designed with the highest environmental standards in mind, and is carefully planned to preserve the area’s natural beauty. The course will also save money by using organic materials and implementing eco-friendly design practices.

The company expects grassing to be completed over the next few weeks with the course fully operational by the 2013 season.

The Cliffs Communities offers a unique collection of seven private communities nestled among lakes and mountains between Greenville, S.C. and Asheville, N.C. These residential Carolina real estate areas are bordered by thousands of national forests and state parks, and each is designed with a unique personality and style.

For more information about The Cliffs, call 866-411-5771.