Briar Chapel is one of Chapel Hill’s up and coming neighborhoods. This social community is made up of young families, retirees and everything in between! Their Music in the Meadow is just one of their many free events that they host for not only their residents but for people of the surrounding community. Every 2nd […]
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3 Surprising Ways Public Schools Affect Your House Hunt
It’s back-to-school season. School supplies are front and center in the stores, back-to-school sales are everywhere, and school buses are becoming part of the morning commute. Even if the public school district is not an important factor in your home search, the location of public schools can still have a significant impact on your home […]
The Final Word on the Best Time to Sell a Home
There are countless home selling articles online that seem to contradict each other. In this Huffington Post article, the month of May is the best time to sell. But in this Washington Post article, any time between December and March is the optimal time. And in this NerdWallet article, the right time to sell is […]
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival at Koka Booth
5 Easy Summer Decorating Ideas to Brighten Your Home
Summer is the perfect season for spending warm evenings outside, hosting get-togethers with friends, and enjoying the longer days. What better way to take advantage of the long days and abundant natural light than in your own home? Here are 5 simple summer home décor tips that can instantly brighten and transform your living spaces. 1. Add Splashes […]
Southern Village’s Outdoor Movies
Southern Village is a great family friendly community that has restaurants, a grocery store, playground, basketball courts, gym, church, gelato and coffee shop, movie theater and more! The Lumina movie theater is a small and cozy movie theater that serves the traditional popcorn, candy and icees along with the non traditional craft beers and wine. […]
Get Your Grub On At The 5th Annual Peak City Pig Fest This Weekend!!
Don’t Touch the A/C! 7 Tips to Stay Cool and Save Money
It’s easy to just crank up the air conditioning during the hottest months of summer. Sure, the energy bill may be higher, but it’s worth the extra expense to keep your home cool — right? Or are there any sure-fire ways to save money and stay cool indoors? Before you reach for the thermostat, try these DIY energy-saving tips to keep […]