Raleigh Homes Realty is Full Service!
Does Your Realtor Do This??
Here at Raleigh Homes Realty we pride ourselves on doing what it takes to help our clients get their homes SOLD! We’re always willing to pitch in when needed to get our clients’ homes in good shape and looking their best. That’s what we call a full-service realty company.
Home Tips for Intense Heat
It’s summer in North Carolina, and it’s hot! Here are a few things you can do to help keep your home cooler during these sultry days.
Meet Ron Parent
Raleigh Homes Realty is pleased to announce that Ron Parent, Realtor, has joined our growing company. Ron has lived in Raleigh for 10 years and has had a life-long passion for real estate. With his background in quality assurance and as an analyst, auditor, and manager in the financial industry and informational technology, Ron’s keen focus on detail and quality are beneficial in helping clients find a home that is the perfect fit. While he is a strong advocate and negotiator, Ron is also patient and humorous and can make the process of buying a home less stressful.
Originally from Rhode Island, Ron has a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Business, Management and Marketing and also a B.A. in Music.
In his spare time, Ron is a musician who enjoys performing and teaching guitar lessons.
Why You Should Use an ABR
The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC), an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®, to real estate practitioners who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria.
Yes, I am an ABR!
Are You Ready for Hurricane Season?
Now that hurricane season has officially started, it’s always a good idea to be prepared when you live in North Carolina. Here is a checklist that can help before a storm hits.
- Trim the limbs in your yard.
- Clean your gutters.
- If you have a chainsaw, make sure it is in working order.
- Buy a manual can opener.
- Buy a battery-operated radio.
- Take digital pictures and/or video of your home and store them in “the cloud.”
- This is not the season for a well-stocked freezer!
If there is a storm brewing in the tropics, take these steps:
- Stock up on non-perishable food.
- Stock up on bottled water. 3 gallons per person per day for a minimum of 3 days is the standard recommendation.
- Stock up on toilet paper.
- Stock up on things your children need.
- Collect things your pets need, i.e., food, water, leashes, carriers, shot records.
- Refill any medications.
- Buy batteries.
- Do your laundry. May sound silly, but you’ll be grateful for clean clothes if you’re without power for an extended period.
- Keep your gas tank full.
- Make sure your gas grill bottle is full or you have plenty of charcoal, lighter, and matches.
If it looks like a tropical system may hit our area:
- Put away any loose items in your yard, such as chairs, etc.
- Stockpile and/or buy ice.
- Make sure you have cash on hand.
- Collect important papers–insurance, etc.–together in an airtight plastic bag.
- Check to see if your neighbors need assistance with preparation.
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