Radon: What is it? When should I be concerned? If present, what do I need to do? Written by Brian Saylor of Saylor’s Home Inspection Radon is a natural occurring gas formed from the decomposition of uranium. This gas escapes the ground through cracks, fissures, or underground aquifers and is dispersed into the air. The […]
The beautiful cities of the Triangle have consistently ranked high in national lists for families, such as Raleigh ranking #2 in a 2019 poll of the Most Family-Friendly Cities (via homes.com). With such a welcoming reputation, the Triangle is home to numerous destinations for children to enjoy. Here are some of our favorite local places […]
The Triangle is a terrific place to live for a variety of reasons, but with such prominent cities comes an overwhelming amount of activities or events hosted each week. With festivals, concerts, food or drink tours, and more, the Triangle seems to have it all. While those specific events can get a bit repetitive, one […]
Summer is almost officially here, and the Triangle is already full of events for all ages. While there are plenty of great events throughout these warmer months, many will put a sizeable dent in your wallet. But, it is possible to enjoy what the Triangle has to offer without breaking the bank. Here are 5 […]
According to CoreLogic, from 2006 to 2014 “there were 7.3 million housing foreclosures and 1.9 million short sales.” The hesitation some American buyers feel after experiencing a foreclosure brings to mind the old saying: “Fool me once- shame on you. Fool me twice- shame on me.” According to the 2019 Home Buyer Report from NerdWallet, […]
In my first post, “What to Look at Before You Make an Offer” (which can be read here: http://blog.northside-realty.com/2019/03/13/what-to-look-at-before-you-make-an-offer/), we explored exterior factors to identify or consider before making your purchase. Now we’re ready to take a walk inside, and discuss seven possible issues or areas that should be taken care of before making one […]
If you are in the market to buy a home this year, you may be confused about how much money you need to come up with for your down payment. Many people you talk to will tell you that you need to save 20% or you won’t be able to secure a mortgage. The truth […]
There has been a great amount written on millennials and their impact on the housing market to inventory. However, the headlines often contradict each other. Some claim this generation is becoming the largest share of first-time home buyers, while others claim millennials don’t want to own a home, blaming them for the dip in homeownership […]
Despite holding the first official day of Spring, March has still brought some chilly weather for many in the Triangle. However, April is only a few days away, and temperatures are slowly starting to increase. Not only does warm weather make you want to get outside, it probably makes you want to spruce up your […]
What to Look at Before you Make an Offer by Brian Saylor of Saylor’s Home Inspection Raleigh is a great place to live. I have been here for fifty years and am still enjoying it. During all that time, I have only sold one house. For most people, making an offer and buying a house […]
