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There is nothing quite like classic Carolina BBQ, and there is no better place to find it than right here in the heart of North Carolina. Raleigh has so many legendary BBQ joints where you can find top-of-the-line pulled pork, brisket, or ribs topped with a classic smoky yet sweet Carolina BBQ sauce.

Our real estate agents are always recommending great BBQ destinations to our clients. Want a taste of what the area has to offer? Check out these local spots!

• The Pit Authentic...

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With nearly half a million residents within the city proper and millions more in the metro area, Raleigh homes for sale are distributed across a variety of colorful neighborhoods. Raleigh suburbs attract buyers from all over, and each one has its own distinctive character.

There are no less than twenty major named suburbs of Raleigh, and our real estate agents know them all. That said, we know that the prospect of exploring twenty neighborhoods can be a daunting one, and comparing them...

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Just moved into one of the amazing Raleigh homes for sale? Meet your neighbors and get to know this dynamic area when you attend these wonderful festivals taking place around Wake County this summer.

• American Dance Festival - Samuel H. Scripps Studios, 721 Broad St., Durham, NC 27705
  Dancing offers a unique combination of artistic creativity and physical movement. Since 1934, the American Dance Festival provides opportunities for community members to become involved through classes...

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The Triangle is known as one of the places where the future is made. Raleigh homes for sale have convenient access to a diverse economy with a vibrant tech scene. But the area is also steeped in plenty of rich history, reaching back through the entire American story.

Our real estate agents are always glad to show you everything Raleigh has to offer. Here are some of the historic homes many people choose to visit when they explore the Triangle:

• Borden Building – 820 Clay Street,...

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Spring is here at last! Our real estate agents have been looking forward to another year of beautiful, thriving plants at our Raleigh and Durham homes for sale. In their time working on local properties, they have seen some incredible examples of gardening prowess and learned which plants grow best in this area of North Carolina. Here are some of the plants they are most excited to recommend to local gardeners this year. 

• Rosemary 
  Rosemary is a common herb used to add an earthy...

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Having trouble deciding where to go for dinner? Head on over to one of Wake County's awesome food halls, where you'll have no shortage of dining options.

Food halls have become an increasingly popular component of most major cities due to the variety of food options they offer. But they also play an important role in the community. Food halls often give local entrepreneurs an easy platform to startup and test new concepts, and some of our best local restaurants today were born out...

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Located less than 30 minutes from downtown Raleigh, the Zebulon Historic District is one of the largest in Wake County. In February, the NC National Register Advisory Committee nominated the district for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, making this a great time for our real estate agents to take a look at this fascinating area.

• Carolina Mudcats - Five County Stadium, 1501 NC 39 Hwy., Zebulon, NC 27597
  What's summer without the sights and sounds of baseball? Enjoy...

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Feeling that wonderful satisfaction that comes from a good spring cleaning? Share the happiness by donating your gently used clothing, furniture, and other items to these deserving centers around the Triangle as suggested by our real estate agents. 

• Dress for Success - 1812 Tillery Pl., Suite 105, Raleigh, NC 27604
  The clothes you no longer need could make all the difference for another woman and her search for self-reliance. Dress for Success helps to empower women by providing a...

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