Real estate taxes in NC are due by January 5. For potential tax deductions, consider making your payment before year-end. Taxes are due on any real estate you own. If you escrow for taxes with your mortgage company, the mortgage company should make the tax payment for you. If you do not escrow, your tax bill is due. If you bought a new property this year, taxes may be due on it. If you bought it before taxes were technically due (typically around Sept 1), then taxes most like

Holiday Cheer started with one simple but unforgettable story. A BOLD employee told CEO Chris Ehrenfeld about the Christmas morning he ran to the tree as a kid, hoping for a special holiday after a year of working hard at school and helping at home. Instead, he found a single Hershey bar with a small red bow. His dad then had to explain their financial reality and why that was all they could afford. That moment of heartbreak stayed with him into adulthood and it stayed with C

When it comes to holiday lights, the Triangle area doesn’t disappoint. Grab a cozy blanket and head out with family or friends to experience these dazzling displays that light up the season. From elaborate drive-through shows to enchanting lantern festivals, these light displays are a must-see this December. 1. Holidays on Boone Street (Chapel Hill) Address:  358 Boone Street, Chapel Hill, NC Dates:   December 1 - December 31, 2025 Hours:  5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Holidays on Boone

When it comes to understanding the Triangle real estate market, few people bring as much experience and perspective as Kristine Holm, Broker-in-Charge of BOLD Real Estate and President of the Orange Chatham Association of REALTORS® (OCHAR). A native of New Jersey, Kristine has spent over 20 years in real estate and mortgage management, including executive leadership roles with national firms and was relocated to North Carolina in 2007. She quickly fell in love with the Triang

When you step into Lloyd and Kathy Otterman’s Governors Club home, the first thing you notice is the light. Walls of windows bring the outdoors in, framing tall trees so vividly it feels as though the house itself lives in the forest. Then, as you look closer, you see the details: French pottery with centuries of history, paintings with personal stories attached, and the warmth of a home that feels both elegant and deeply lived-in. The Ottermans moved to Governors Club just a

As the holidays approach, there’s no better time to support our local small businesses, and few things say “cheers to the season” quite like a hand-picked bottle of wine. Instead of heading to the big-box stores, stop by EB Wines , right in Governors Village. Owner Esteban Brunello , an award-winning sommelier and Cornell-trained winemaker,  has planned a month full of ways to sip, celebrate, and shop local. November at EB Wines Fall Reds Wine Tasting Class Warm up this month

There are two types of families on Thanksgiving morning: the ones sipping mimosas and the ones lacing up for a 5K. In our opinion, both are excellent ways to kick off the holiday—but if your traditions fall into the latter, this post is for you. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for an excuse to enjoy that second slice of pie later, the Triangle has plenty of ways to move your feet before the feast. Below, we’ve rounded up this year’s local Turkey Trots across

Written by: Becca Ferris Chavez with The Desiree Goldman Group & BOLD Real Estate photo credit: https://triangleparade.com/homes/113-parkland-drive In past Parade years, we’ve highlighted our favorite design features and luxury builders. Don’t get me wrong, I love seeing new trends in action and comparing build quality to price. But this year, we wanted to refocus on our core mission: selling real homes to real people . Let’s be honest, a $3 million house isn’t “real” for mos

As fall settles in and the Halloween spirit takes over, families in the Chapel Hill & Pittsboro area are in for a treat! Whether you’re looking for festive pumpkin patches, spooky ghost tours, or arts and crafts, there’s no shortage of family-friendly fall and Halloween events! Below is a roundup of some of the best seasonal events that will provide fun for all ages. Chapel Hill Hargraves Fall Carnival  When: Friday, October 10, 5:00–7:00 PM  Where: Hargraves Community Center

Chatham County has quietly become one of the most desirable places to live in the Triangle. Positioned between Chapel Hill, Durham, and the rolling countryside of the Piedmont, it offers a rare mix of character, convenience, and natural beauty. Growth is steady, but the county continues to feel rooted in its history and connected to its people. A County with History and Heart Chatham County’s roots go back to the late 1700s, when farmland and trading posts lined the rivers th

For the first time in months, 30-year fixed conventional mortgage rates have slipped under 6%. As of September 15, 2025, rates are holding at 5.875% (5.995% APR)  for qualified buyers in North Carolina. That small shift may not sound dramatic, but for both buyers and sellers, it’s an important turning point. Why This Drop Matters A rate starting with a “5” can make a meaningful difference in monthly payments. For example: At 5.875% , a $100,000 loan has a principal and intere

BOLD Real Estate is proud to share some exciting news: we’ve been named Best of Chatham 2025  in Chatham Magazine, and two of our own, Dana Harshaw  and Scott Kelley , were also honored as Best Realtors of Chatham County . This recognition means so much to our team. At BOLD Real Estate, we’ve always believed that real estate is about more than transactions. It’s about relationships, trust, and helping clients feel at home in one of the most desirable areas of North Carolina.

Photo Credit: Chapelboro.com Thermo Fisher Scientific has officially opened a new 375,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Mebane, North Carolina. A ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 22 brought together state and local leaders, employees, and community members to celebrate the milestone. Production will begin in the coming weeks, with the site dedicated to manufacturing precision pipette tips used in laboratories around the world. Once fully operational, the facility is

photo credit: https://www.theplantnc.com/post/greenway-conversations Something exciting is taking shape in Pittsboro. A new park is coming to life next to The Plant, and with it, a vision for how residents can live, move, and connect in a more walkable, bike-friendly town. The park is part of a larger development deal with the Town of Pittsboro that also brings 1,100 new townhomes and apartments stretching from the north side of The Plant out to Highway 64 Business. It is a m

We’re thrilled to welcome our new neighbor at the 79°West coworking space, the Chatham Chamber of Commerce. As members of the 79°West community ourselves, it was a pleasure for the BOLD team to attend the ribbon cutting and help celebrate their new home. The Chatham Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization that supports and promotes local businesses throughout Chatham County. From advocacy and networking to community development, they help strengthen the local economy an

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