Sometimes I just can’t watch the news because it puts my head in a bad place, but who could escape all of the reports on the housing numbers from July?

Hello McFly, the tax credit had just ended, give us some time.  The majority of buyers who would have bought a house in the first six months of 2010 likely did it before the tax credit expired, so obviously the numbers are going to be down as they accelerated their purchases.

There is good news though!  JOBS!  Yes, there are jobs coming to the Triad.  The job market is really the key to housing recovery so this is fantastic news.  Read more about the jobs coming to the Triad in Tony Jarrett’s blog post: Where are the Jobs in the Triad Region?

For job hunting advice check out the site http://www.jobhuntingadvice.com/.

Photo by Jeff Turner

There is so much talk in the news about the real estate market, especially foreclosures.  This has led to some myths you need to know aren’t true.

Want a great deal in real estate?  So does everyone else.  I had a friend ask me earlier this week: “Can you help me find a good deal on some land?  You know, a foreclosure?”  Of course I said, “Yes, but…” Read more…

Just a 30 minute drive will get you to one of the best zoos in the country: The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.  If you haven’t been then you should plan an outing immediately!  It is fun for all ages, and I often see people there alone photographing the animals-so go already! Read more…

I love going to the library especially on a rainy day.  My son and I can spend an hour or two enjoying everything there is to offer.  Every library I have been to in Greensboro and Kernersville has a kids section decorated just for them with just their size chairs and other fun things for the kiddos. Read more…