Macro shot of a violet carpenter bee on vibrant purple flowers, showcasing what they look like to help home owners protect their deck and home.
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Carpenter Bees in North Carolina: Protecting Your Deck and Home

As spring arrives in North Carolina, so do those large, buzzing bees that seem particularly interested in your wooden deck and porch. If you’ve noticed these formidable insects hovering around your outdoor spaces, you’re likely dealing with carpenter bees, and they could be doing more than just visiting. What Are Carpenter Bees? Carpenter bees are…

Picture of the Sand Bowl in the new Gipson Play Plaza opening in Raleigh in June 2025.

Adventure Awaits! Raleigh’s Spectacular Gipson Play Plaza Opens This June

Big news for families and fun-seekers across the Triangle! The largest adventure playground in the Southeast is about to open its gates right here in Raleigh. Mark Your Calendars for June 6-8! The City of Raleigh is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the highly anticipated Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park. This extraordinary…

A joyful family hugging tightly near a window showcasing the demographic shift in the rental market with life milestones.
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Demographic Shifts Having Profound Effects on the Rental Market

The New American Timeline: How Delayed Life Milestones Are Reshaping Rental Demand As property managers and investors, understanding demographic trends is crucial to anticipating market shifts. Recent data reveals a fundamental transformation in American life patterns that directly impacts the rental housing market—creating both challenges and opportunities for property owners. The Rental Core Is Expanding…

A calculator and real estate flyers depicting financial planning behind build to rent for property owners.
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The Real Cost Behind Build-to-Rent: Why New Rental Homes Are So Expensive

When renters complain about high monthly rates, they’re often unaware of the complex economics behind new housing development. For investors and developers in the build-to-rent market, making the numbers work has become increasingly challenging in today’s economic climate. Let’s break down what actually goes into the cost of building new rental homes in America. The…

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