The Triangle Society announced today it’s members will have privileges at The Club at 12 Oaks.

A private Nicklaus design golf course located in the prestigious 12 Oaks development in the heart of the beautiful town of Holly Springs, NC. The 7,132 layout of this magnificent golf course was designed to take advantage of its rich natural beauty highlighted with gently rolling terrain, plush greens and state of the art practice facility unmatched by any other in the area. The Southern style clubhouse was designed to provide sports and social activities for all members of the family.

For more information visit The Triangle Society During the month of February 12 Oaks will be offering Golf Specials

Courtesy of Jeff Dicks Real Estate

A big congratulations to Braswell and Satterwhite construction on their Parade of Homes 2010 awards. The event has been well attended the past two weekends and the final wrap up is this weekend. Heritage had eleven entries this year and oddly enough a few of the homes were SOLD the first weekend. Braswell Homes not only received a Gold Award for their Heritage entry, but also a perfect score for “The Laura Katharine” on Heritage View Trail.

As we bear down on fall thoughts are pushing out to the holidays. For the wine conniseur the fall harvest is in full swing and a wine tasting here and there.

Enjoy !

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Great news for real estate sales in Heritage Wake Forest! Since January 1, 2010, sales in the community have been outstanding and have seen an increase compared to the first six months of 2009. Although we haven’t reached the level of sales that we have experienced in the past, we are seeing a rebound in the market that is very positive. Highlights include an increase in the total number of properties sold/under contract, stable prices and a decrease in inventory.

My friend in Florida told me they have to write a big check this past weekend to get out of their house. “Were trying not to see it as a big loss, though were heading to a place where we’ll gain when we buy”

They’re leaving and moving far away.

They close on their new house in a few weeks he told me. When real estate prices were soaring, we were living high, and barely working. They borrowed and invested in real estate, as prices were moving higher so was their net worth. And then……it ended.

The days of living a life of luxury are gone as is their net worth. Both he and his wife are back to work in a new place with a new start. By deciding to turn off the pause button they have moved on and restarted their lives.

Taking a loss on your home isn’t easy. Moving away isn’t easy, the single truth is we likely won’t see real estate prices and high levels of spending for many years.

Instead of sitting around and waiting for everything to be like it was . You have a choice stay and hope or you can leave and try and make a better life.
My friend has left, and I know they’ll make it he’s already succeeding

In NE Wake Forest-one of those “I want-it kind of houses. It oozes curb appeal, has a picturesque back yard- and the real secret it was custom built. $359,900 with 3 bedrooms and 2,665 sq.ft

The house itself (1204 Hartsfield Forest Drive) looks like something you have seen in a magazine spread–it is stunning, but when you find out where it is located you may reach for your checkbook.

Heritage Wake Forest is the most unique neighborhood in north Wake Forest. Stretched across some of the region’s most prized country terrain, it is comprised of 2,000 acres, and the Golf Digest 4-Star Heritage Golf & Country Club.

Additionally, the neighborhood is surrounded by acres of nature preserves teaming with wildlife like deer, squirrels and songbirds. The Heritage Golf Course is highly regarded as a great place to play and have membership. This goes a long way to eliminating crowds and long waits for a tee time even on weekends. If you drive through other neighborhoods, you may have noticed that the homes are too close to each other. This is due to small lots, but here, all of the homesites are larger. As a result, it “feels” like you are driving through an entire neighborhood of stately homes.

Sometimes buyers describe the homebuying experience as a process of looking, and looking at houses until they walk into one that they love from the moment they open the front door. This residence has all of the potential to create that effect because the drama starts the instant you step inside, and it never lets up. Even though the house is large it has a free-flowing design. Instead, spaces are divided changes in ceiling heights.

It has a litany of jaw-dropping features. The 2,665 sq. ft. design includes the concept of a “first floor master suite”. The patina and surfaces of the materials give the home the personality of an elegant lodge.You may want to update some colors, but the basics of the home and the design are still impressive.The show stopper is the ingenious architecture of the screened porch camouflaged into the back section of the house. Host a Napa Valley-style party in the open kitchen to entertain. All living areas are open (with lush outdoor views), fireplace and family room with vaulted ceilings, and here is the aha moment! The backyard is very private and casual for those summer evenings of relaxation.

Dear reader, hold that image in mind for just a second.

Now, pretend you are living here, and you have just gone through one of those bone-crushing, stress-packed weeks at the office. When you arrive home late Friday, and you haul your pitiful little self out of the car, here is your prescription for recharging. Start by putting on some comfortable clothes. Put on a relaxing music CD. Take a bottle of wine, two glasses and sit outside with your sweetie to take in the wonders of a star-filled sky. On Saturday morning, head to the grocery store and pick up nothing but comfort food–steaks for the grille, chips and hot sauce along with goodies from the bakery like cinnamon rolls. Invite friends over for the afternoon. When they arrive, you have festive music playing. The kitchen is laid out with fun snacks and fresh flowers. The screened porch is open. Pleasant breezes are wafting back and forth through the house. The aroma of popcorn is in the air. The terrace furniture has been arranged , and you all sit outside later in the afternoon, you set up and grill steaks, and you dine al fresco as the sun sets. But there is more. On Sunday, you can head down the street to the meditative setting called “Forgotten Pond” which consists of hiking trails, a well-stocked private lake, and a covered pier. You can practice flyfishing, curl up with a book, or spend the afternoon fishing with your kids. Ahh, just thinking about it causes your breathing to ease.

How To See: To see, you should call your agent. The seller is represented by Jeff Dicks of Keller Williams Realty and the Capital City Real Estate Group at 919-793-4730. If you do not have an agent you may also call Jeff for further information.

Times are a changing. So says the 2010 Del Webb Baby Boomer Survey. Researchers found the Carolina’s are “the new Florida” among the young and older boomers. While South Carolina favored most North Carolina was a close second. Boomers are leaning away from Golf Communities and are screaming “feed my mind” Closeness to cultural activities, walking trails, public transportation, medical facilities and churches among the list.

Wake Forest recently was honored as being one of the Top 10 fastest growing communities in the United States. Only a short 20 minute commute to Raleigh, Wake Forest fills the gap for those looking for city living in a rural setting.

Heritage Wake Forest builders have recently begun construction on 22 new inventory homes. The homes range from 235k to 475k. Buyers can choose from the current 40 inventory homes or work with one of Heritage’s custom builders to design their dream home. Heritage is the two-time recipient of Master Planned Community of the Year, and the Heritage Golf & Country Club was a recipient of 4-1/2 Stars by Golf Digest.

Briar Creek is a Tolls Brothers Luxury Home Community. Complete with an Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course and superb recreational amenities. Located in west Raleigh Briar Creek is 10 minutes to the city center, and only a few minutes to the Raleigh/Durham Airport and the Research Triangle Park. For more information on Briar Creek or other community please call Jeff @ 919-793-4730 or e-mail jeff@jeffdicks.com

Heritage is an award winning development in Wake Forest, NC. This Master planned community it boasts the Heritage Golf & Country Club a Golf Digest 4 Star Bob Moore design. Homes from the 150’s to over
1 Million. Top notch school assignments, swimming, tennis, dining and shopping. For a personalized tour or further information. Please visit my website or contact me at (919)793-4730 or e-mail jeff@jeffdicks.com

Wakefield Plantation offers championship golf with its TPC course. A challenging Hale Irwin design on over 214 acres. A full service Private Country Club with golf,tennis, swim and family fitness events. TPC Wakefield is also the home of the Nationwide Tour Event The Rex Open. For more information on Wakefield Plantation. Please visit my website.