Bonnie Rodgers- Broker/ Buyers Agent: The Jim Allen Group

We are so excited to welcome Bonnie Rodgers to our award winning team of Realtors.  Bonnie joins The Jim Allen Group after being in general brokerage with the Falls office of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston for 6 years.  Born and raised in Raleigh, NC, Bonnie brings an excellent familiarity with the school system, neighborhoods, and entertainment in the Raleigh and Wake Forest areas. 
Bonnie’s passion for finding families their perfect home is apparent in her dedication to the clients she works with.  Bonnie devotes herself to her clients every step of the way from the very first home they are shown to the closing table, making for a most pleasant experience.  Bonnie’s smile and friendly demeanor make her a desirable choice for anyone looking to find their dream home.  Bonnie resides in Wake Forest with her 3 beautiful children and loves listening to music and traveling to the beach.

The month of May has definitely been a wet one for Raleigh, but the skies held off this past Tuesday and allowed for comfortable temperatures and an even greater turnout.  Agents came from all over, some of the offices including our very own Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Falls and Strickland Offices, Keller Williams, Remax, the Wake Forest Allen Tate office, Coldwell Banker Advantage, Ammons Pittman, and Remax One.  Agents dined on delicious summer fare catered by Catering Works.  The menu included traditional summer picnic items such as BBQ chicken, potato salad, black bean and corn salad, mini biscuits, sweet tea (of course), and the best assorted dessert bars this side of the Mason Dixon line.

Agents knew this neighborhood was one NOT to miss.  With great ranch and 2-story plans, garages, and perfectly sized yards, this neighborhood is becoming a perfect place for newly married couples, famlies with small children, and even settling down after the children have left home.  Built and developed by MD Chadwick Co., you can find the builder himself in the neighborhood on a daily basis.  This neighborhood is truly one NOT to miss.  For more information, visit The Jim Allen Group or call 919.645.2114 today!

RALEIGH, NC-  The Jim Allen Group, Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston, are pleased to announce that Steve Meadows has joined their award winning team of Realtors.  Meadows joins the Jim Allen Group with over 25 years experience in progressive sales, sales training, and sales management experience  within various fields including real estate, publishing/ advertising, office systems, and home product sales.  A long-time Triangle resident and a 2-term Town Councilman, Steve is a powerful addition to the team.  His expertise in sales, pricing strategies, client relations and needs assessment will prove to be a powerful combination for The Jim Allen Group.  Meadows will represent The Jim Allen Group as a buyer’s agent specialist working with new construction and resale homes.

“Meadows’ years in the sales profession and his dedication to former and current clients will make him a wonderful addition to our already award winning team.  We are delighted to be able to welcome Meadows to our team and look forward to many successful years ahead,” says Jim Allen, President of The Jim Allen Group.

I am so excited to announce that The Jim Allen Group won big at this years Triangle Sales and Marketing Council 2010 MAME Awards.  What does MAME stand for you ask?  Well, only the greatest thing since sliced bread… Major Achievements in Marketing Excellence.  This year the program was held at the Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, NC.  It was beautifully decorated and very well attended.  Word on the street is that the Home Builder’s Association made double over the funds they raised for the 2009 MAME Awards.  Now, if you don’t think that means the market is picking up I don’t know what.

The evening started with a beautiful cocktail hour and allowed those who attended to mingle with other top real estate industry professionals.  I always love seeing people from the industry that I haven’t seen in a while so it really was a wonderful kick-off to the evening.  The cocktail reception was followed by a sit down meal and awards ceremony.  And let me tell you, the Jim Allen Group came home with their arms full.  I’m talking our arms full of trophies, trophies, and more trophies.  Jim Allen won General Brokerage Sales Person of the Year, and we also came home with two Best Parade Home Awards:  Best Parade of Homes Bronze Winner for Cornerstone Signature Builders and Best Parade of Homes Gold Winner for Bost Custom Homes.  And speaking of Bost Custom Homes, Rex Bost and the Behind Schedule Band provided the tunes for the evening, always creating a lively environment for all that attend.

And we can’t forget the premier of our big 2010 MAME commercial.  Our commercial premiered the night of the awards and followed was a presentation of the Best Green Built Homes in the Triangle, presented by two of our own… Anna Wilson and Stefanie Bell.  You won’t want to miss our 2010 MAME Commercial straight from the award-winning show of Glee.  Be sure to become a fan of our Facebook Fan page to see this amazingly funny and entertaining Jim Allen Group rendition of gLee!

The tax credit is for first time home buyers and for move up buyers. For that first time buyer of a Raleigh home, the IRS defines  that individual as someone who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase. The credit does not have to be repaid unless the home is sold or ceases to be used as the buyer’s principal residence within three years after the initial purchase.

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What is also great? The tax credit can be taken for THIS YEAR, but simply submitting and amendment to your 2009 taxes, so you should get your tax credit before the end of the summer. The tax credit is for 10% of the home’s purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000 on homes priced at $800,000 or less. That is quite a nice sum of money to put towards your house, decorating your house, or even saving for a rainy day or a new roof down the road.

For homes purchased on or before April 30, 2010, single taxpayers with incomes up to $125,000 and married couples with incomes up to $225,000 qualify for the full tax credit. Additionally, so long as a binding contract is signed by April 30, 2010, the IRS will also grant the tax credit, so long as you close by June 30, 2010.

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So while I don’t want you to feel pressured or rushed into buying Raleigh homes for sale, if you are certain you will be buying a home in the next few months, it would be a shame to miss out on the tax credit by only a few days.  If you have questions about the homebuyers tax credit, or want to put your Raleigh MLS home search into high gear, simply contact me, Jim Allen, your trusted Raleigh real estate agent, to learn more about Raleigh, NC home buying and make sure you can get the Federal Housing Tax Credit.

Until next time,
Jim

Stonehenge Park Real Estate

The Stonehenge Park a premier neighborhood located on the corner of Howard and Ray Roads, in the upscale North Raleigh area.

Amenities abound when you buy homes for sale in Stonehenge Park neighborhood, included are the:

• Seven Oaks Swim and Racket club, which features three 10 lane swimming pools
• water slide
• fenced baby pool
• 20 lighted tennis courts

Stonehenge Park Home Buyers

As a Stonehenge Park resident, you will enjoy quick access to the area’s largest shopping mall, local restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, Rex Hospital, and the RBC Entertainment and Sports Arena.

Buying Real Estate in the North Raleigh Neighborhood of Stonehenge Park

If you feel like Stonehenge Park is the perfect place for your family, then simply contact me, Jim Allen, your expert Raleigh area REALTOR, to learn more, view homes, and start the home buying process.

Raleigh First Time Home Buyers

If you are a first time Raleigh home buyer, I may be able to get you included in the Federal First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit, so long as we have our paper work in by the end of April and closing by the end of June.

Ready to start the journey to your new home? I’m ready to help you.

Until next time,
Jim

French Woods Community in North Raleigh

Located in North Raleigh, French Woods real estate is comprised of 23 lots ranging in size from 1/4 acre to a full half acres.

One of the best features of French Woods? Currently, there are still open lots for sale as well as numerous styles of breathtaking Triangle homes for sale. Raleigh real estate investors can either buy a home that is ready for a quick move in, or they can have a custom home built by Andrea Homes & Stellar Blu, LLC.

This North Raleigh custom builders can show you many floor plans or you can even start from scratch to create you own dream home.

Raleigh Home Buying Tips

While the Raleigh home buying process can be very fun, it can also be quite a long journey. If you are wanting to get in on the tail end of the First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit, make sure you read up on everything that has to be in place before the end of April.

Raleigh, NC REALTOR

When you are ready to start the Raleigh home buying journey, or if you want to push your Raleigh MLS home search into high gear so you can qualify for the Federal Home Buyers Tax Credit before the end of April, then simply contact me, Jim Allen. I am a long time expert Raleigh real estate agent and I am here to serve you and all your real estate needs.

Until next time,
Jim

RALEIGH, NC-  The Jim Allen Group, Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston, are pleased to announce that Angie Thoman has joined their award winning team of Realtors.  Angie, a seasoned real estate professional has been practicing real estate for over 20 years.  Thoman was the recipient of the Platinum Million Dollar Club MAME Award for 4 consecutive years from 2004-2007. Thoman is an active member of the North Carolina Association of Realtors, the Raleigh Association of Realtors, the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County, the Triangle Sales and Marketing Council, and the National Association of Realtors.  Thoman will represent The Jim Allen Group as a buyer’s agent specialist working with new construction and resale homes.

“Thoman’s years in the customer service profession and her zest for success will make her a wonderful addition to our already award winning team.  We are delighted to be able to welcome Thoman to our team and look forward to many successful years ahead,” says Jim Allen, President of The Jim Allen Group.

RALEIGH, NC-  The Jim Allen Group, Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston, are pleased to announce that Gudrun Casey has joined their award winning team of Realtors.  Gudrun joins the Jim Allen Group after spending nearly 20 years in various Airline Customer Service capacities.  Her past customer service experiences and dedication to her profession will prove to be a successful addition to the team.  Casey will represent The Jim Allen Group as a buyer’s agent specialist working with new construction and resale homes.
“Casey’s years in the customer service profession and her zest for success will make her a wonderful addition to our already award winning team.  We are delighted to be able to welcome Casey to our team and look forward to many successful years ahead,” says Jim Allen, President of The Jim Allen Group.