Just received this list of stores that will be closing in the near future. Some you may know about, such as Circut City and Linen and Things. But other closings have not been as well publicized.
Below is a list of businesses that informed the Security Exchange of closing plans between 10/08 and 1/09 
In buying holiday gifts, make sure the stores will be in business for your friends and family to redeem your gifts cards.
* Circuit City stores
* Ann Taylor- 117 stores nationwide are to be shuttered
* Lane Bryant, Fashion Bug, and Catherine's to close 150 store nationwide
* Eddie Bauer to close stores 27 stores and more after January
* Cache will close all stores
* Talbots closing down all stores
* J. Jill closing all stores
* GAP closing 85 stores
* Footlocker closing 140 stores more to close after January
* Wickes Furniture closing down
* Levitz closing down remaining stores
* Bombay closing remaining stores
* Zales closing down 82 stores and 105 after January.
* Whitehall closing all stores
* Piercing Pagoda closing all stores
* Disney closing 98 stores and will close more after January.
* Home Depot closing 15 stores 1 in NJ ( New Brunswick )
* Macys to close 9 stores after January
* Linens and Things closing all stores - their clearance sales are going on now.
* Movie Galley closing all stores
* Pacific Sunware closing stores
* Pep Boys Closing 33 stores
* Sprint/ Nextel closing 133 stores
* JC Penney closing a number of stores after January
* Ethan Allen closing down 12 stores.
* Wilson Leather closing down all stores
* Sharper Image closing down all stores
* K B Toys closing 356 stores- closeout sale began November 11.
* Dillard's to close some stores.
Some of these stores announced this months ago, but as the year draws to an end, the actual closings are becoming a reality.
While this looks like bad news for the general economy, it does give the consumer a chance to scoop up some bargains for your holiday shopping.
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I've heard about the fall colors in Vermont, seen pictures of the Northwest, and lived in Upstate New York for my childhood. Autumn was always my favorite season (if you don't count Spring and Summer.) Living in San Diego for 16 years, the one thing I missed was the changing of the seaons, and especially the Fall .
However, this year the autumn color in Wake County is spectacular. Last year we were in the midst of a drought so our leaves went from green to brown to winter without much fanfare. This year we're making up for it in spades!
Since moving to Apex, North Carolina several years ago,Crowder Park has become one of my favorite 
place to go walking. Whether it's with a dog, or just my husband and myself, it's always beautiful.
Crowder Park was built in 1992 on land donated by Mrs. Crowder for the use of a community park. It is situated on approximately 33 acres off of TenTen Rd.near Holly Springs Rd. Park amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, play field, restrooms, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and an observation deck.
There are 2 trails for walking & jogging. The outer loop trail is 8/10 of a mile long and runs along the edge of the park. The Inner Loop trail is 3/10 of a mile and circles the pond, This trail takes you across the boardwalk and onto the observation deck where you can watch fish, turtles, herons, ducks, and sometimes even a beaver.
Although right now some of the trails are under repair, it's still worth going for a visit. Bring your dog, you'll meet many friends! Your kids will love the playgrounds (all made out of recycled material). Have a picnic under one of the shelters. Or just sit on a bench and enjoy nature.
For now, hope you enjoy these pictures.
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Linda Jandura is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh Cary Metro area or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. |
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Crooked Brook - Country Living in Apex North Carolina
Are you looking for a neighborhood where everyone waves to you but you have your privacy too? A small community of 2000-3000 square foot houses, a nice sized yard, and fairly new homes? Maybe you don't want to pay monthly fees for amenities such as a swimming pool or tennis courts that you might not use all year?
Crooked Brook is a small community of 14 homes offering an abundance of charm and character. With wooded lots and convenient location, plus no city taxes, Crooked Brook is a great neighborhood to call home.
Homes were built by 5 different builders between 2001- 2006, making all the homes unique. Rocking chair front porches on most homes give this neighborhood the charm that the South is famous for. The average lot size is about ½ acre, with several homes having almost an acre of land.
Homeowner's dues are only $100/ year and cover maintenance of the common grounds.
Crooked Brook is conveniently located within 5 miles of Crossroads Shopping in Cary, 1 miles to the new Kraft Family YMCA, and ½ mile to the beautiful Crowder Park.
Currently there are 2 homes for sale in Crooked Brook. These homes are priced between $275,000 and $385,000.
To see these homes, or if you're looking for homes in similar communities, visit our website at www.justnchomes.com, or call Linda & Craig at 919-771-7779.
We know Wake County and the Triangle!
(The beautiful dog in the Video is Rocky- my sister's 6 month old Husky Chow mix. He is not only beautiful, but has personality galore and is great fun!)
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Linda Jandura is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh Cary Metro area or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. |
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Who can resist an absolutely perfect day in the fall to take a walk in the woods. November 6 and the leaves are just at their peak of color here in Cary, North Carolina. Yes, we know that North Dakota is having a blizzard today, and upstate NY has already had snow. It's still beautiful down here in North Carolina and this year the autumn colors are spectacular!
With so many beautiful parks and trails to hike here in the Raleigh Cary area of North Carolina, it's a difficult choice as to where to walk. My husband and I decided on Hemlock Bluffs, off of Kildaire Farms Rd in Cary today. With over 3 miles of trails up and down the bluffs and through the groves of Hemlock trees, it was truly spectacular.
Of course I had to take my camera to share this with everyone. Viewing the slide show, you can't tell that the weather was sunny and warm, or feel the cool breeze. And you'll have to imagine the smell of the fallen leaves and the sound of the breeze rustling the trees.
Hemlock Bluffs is a Town of Cary park featuring:
The Stevens Nature Center inside the park was designed to compliment the natural surroundings of Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. The Center provides information about the natural history of the area and the plants and animals that live in the Nature Preserve. The nature center also offers a variety of nature programs for participants of all ages on a year-round basis.
Features include:
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Linda Jandura is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh Cary Metro area or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. |
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To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com Linda Jandura & Craig Rutman. Call us TODAY at 919-771-7779
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In my previous blog about the spectacular new home community of Terrington in Cary North Carolina, I promised there would be more information about how the builder, American Heritage Homes, is incorporating Green Building techniques and technology throughout his homes.
No, you won't see giant solar panels on roofs or geo domed homes. In fact, the Green building techniques are so well used that you'd never guess these homes were so much more energy efficient than your typical million dollar house.
Jay Summers, builder and devloper of Terrington, provides his five objectives of Green Building for us:
1. Energy efficiency- reduce the energy consumption in the house.
2. Resource Efficiency- more than using recycled materials- this theory involves designing the home's floor plan and placement on the lot to capitalize on natural light and minimize seasonal energy loss.
3. Water conservation- reduce water use in the homes- e.g.: waterless hot water tanks, optional irrigation wells.
4. Indoor air quality- use of efficient air exchange/ filtration systems, as well as humidity control systems. Low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) interior products- paints, finishes, wallpapers, etc.- are used to improve indoor air quality.
5. Lot & site development- preserving vegetation on the lot to control erosion and runoff is an example of the simple measures that are taken. More complex measures include the development of the neighborhood to capture nitrates before they travel to local streams.
AHH uses Energy Star rated products and practices to save you money and reduce greenhouse gases.
American Heritage Homes is a member of the Green Home Builders of the Triangle. This group is made up of 213 members of the Home Bulder's Association of the Triangle. The Green Building program is based on the Model Green Home Building Guidelines developed by the National Association of Home Builders. Along with many building suppliers and contractors, it's members also include Olde Heritage Builders and Anderson Homes.
It's great to see more & more builders incorporating Green Technology right from the beginning in building their new developments.
To see all the homes in Terrington, click here:
If you'd like more information about Green Homes, or any other homes in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area, please visit our website at www.justnchomes.com.
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Linda Jandura is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh Cary Metro area or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. |
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To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com Linda Jandura & Craig Rutman. Call us TODAY at 919-771-7779
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Specializing in helping people in transition in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Find your new home at www.JustNCHomes.com!
Originally from the Buffalo area of upstate New York, my family and I moved to North Carolina several years ago after spending 16 years in San Diego California raising my two children. We found the Raleigh area to be a more affordable place to live as well as being a growing, thriving community.
As a registered nurse for many years, my career always involved taking care of people. My passion for real estate evolved into owning and managing rental properties while we lived in California and then into helping other people find a home and sell their present home here in North Carolina when I earned my real estate license.
While traveling I love to check out the local markets and houses in different areas of the country. Not only is it interesting, but it gives me a background of what my clients from other states have come from and what type of homes they are used to being able to buy and at what price.
As a resident of the Apex/ Cary area, I know the Triangle well. In addition to knowing the neighborhoods, I keep abreast of the new housing construction constantly being built. I can also provide information relating to schools, shopping, employment, and other issues that will help a buyer or seller make their decision in choosing the right area and home to settle in.
I also help investors looking for fixer uppers, rental property, and land.
My partner Craig Rutman and I look forward to helping you and your clients in all their real estate needs.
Jasmin & Richie
Richard and I would like to express our gratitude on helping us find our "Nesting" place (that's what they call it now along with "Blended Families"). You both have been so patient, understand and helpful with everything. We are very satisfied with your service and will be sure to recommend you to others. Please feel free to use us as reference in the future.
Many thanks, good luck with your business and God bless you both.
Terry C
Both my husband & I are very happy with the Rutman/Jandura Team. Should the need arise in the future to list our home, we will gladly stay with Craig & Linda. They did a wonderful job.
Brad & Cindy Thanks again for the GREAT marketing from Craig and yourself. You have earned a customer for life and we are recomending you to anyone we know who is interested in buying or selling here!.
Craig and Linda,
Your Support & knowledge of the process was invaluable during my home purchase adventure. Thank you both for all you did.
Thank you very much for your great support when selling our home; you did a great job and you were always there when we needed you (and even then when we didn't know that we needed you)
Gerd & Roswita
Dear Linda & Craig,
Thanks for selling our house so fast! Your thoughtfulness and all the personal attention was greatly appreciated. We think of you as friends, not only as real estate salesmen. We wish you both great success.
Van & Marian
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