Study after study shows that no matter what generation Americans belong to, the vast majority believe that homeownership is an important part of their American Dream. The benefits of homeownership can be broken into two main categories: financial and non-financial (often referred to as emotional or social reasons.) For Americans approaching retirement age, one of […]
Headlines spotlight the fact that buying a home is less affordable today than it was at any other time in more than a decade. Those headlines are accurate. Understandably, buying a home is more expensive now than immediately following one of the worst housing crashes in American history. Over the past decade, the market was […]
As we kick off the new year, many families have made resolutions to enter the housing market in 2019. Whether you are thinking of finally ditching your landlord and buying your first home or selling your starter house to move into your forever home, there are two pieces of the real estate puzzle you need […]
Selling your house is, for most of us, the biggest transaction we will ever make in our lives; so getting the most from your home is very important. The value of your property can be determined in many ways using an array of different variables, such as neighborhood location, square footage, the property’s age, etc.; […]
Over the past few years, two trends have emerged in the housing market: 1. The amount of homeowners renovating their homes have shot up. 2. Inventory of homes available for sale on the market has dropped. A ‘normal’ housing market is defined by having a 6-month supply of homes for sale. According to the […]
It’s finally cooled down across North Carolina; especially, with the Triangle region dropping to the low 40s in a matter of a couple days after months of warm summer nights lingering on. Though, it’s only mid-November, and the far colder months are still to come. So today, we want to share with you some relatively […]
If you read our last post, you know the holiday season can be a good time to sell. But what about buying? This season could also be great for you to cozy up by the fireplace and write down what you’re really looking for in your next home search. On the hunt for a new […]
As the holidays are approaching, many people are busy decorating their homes, lighting the tree, and marking their calendars to visit friends and family. With all the busyness of the season, you might be wondering if now you should even attempt to sell your home. Any potential home buyers are also busy attending get-togethers or […]
Let’s say you have your heart set on buying a home in a Raleigh community with a swimming pool, a clubhouse, and maybe even a playground or trails. Having access to these amenities often means living in a community with a homeowners association, or HOA. Generally, an HOA is responsible for keeping the neighborhood looking […]
Whether you are buying or selling a home, it can be quite the adventure, and real estate professionals are here to guide you through it. In this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers think that they can ‘For Sale by Owner’ or ‘FSBO,’ but it’s not as easy as it may seem. […]
