Zillow and Redfin both use algorithms to estimate the value of your home. BUT, their estimates can vary dramatically from each other. Who has the better algorithm? Zillow says my home is worth $61,000 more than Redfin says it’s worth. Which one of them is right? The truth is, sometimes … [Read more...] about Zillow vs Redfin: Which Price is Right?
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The BEST Month to Buy a Home in Raleigh (According to Data)
I’m going to tell you the best month to buy a house, and I have the data to back it up. If you’re thinking about buying a home this year, you might be wondering if there are particular months that are better for purchasing. When are sellers are more negotiable on prices? When are there the most … [Read more...] about The BEST Month to Buy a Home in Raleigh (According to Data)
How to Find the Best Mortgage Rate
No lie, You can find a 5.5% interest rate or even lower on your mortgage, even though the average rates are above 7%. This interest rate hack could save you $140,000 or more over the life of the loan!! Savvy investors and and some buyers know about this. But Most people don’t. Or … [Read more...] about How to Find the Best Mortgage Rate
Buying a House Checklist (Updated 2023)
So you think you might be buying a house soon? You’re in the right place because our Buying a House Checklist will help you get prepared for that big purchase. The 10 Essential Steps you need to take to purchase a home. #1: Check your credit/Contact a Lender The first essential task on … [Read more...] about Buying a House Checklist (Updated 2023)
4 Things You Didn’t Know About Zillow and Trulia That Can Hurt Your Home Search
It won’t be news to many that Zillow is the #1 Real Estate Search Engine in the United States. Trulia, also owned by Zillow, is the second most visited real estate site. However, it may surprise you to find out that Zillow and Trulia are not connected to the Multiple Listing Service in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Zillow and Trulia That Can Hurt Your Home Search
Pros & Cons of a Fixer Upper, Existing Home, New Construction & Attached Homes
Should I Buy a Fixer-Upper, New Construction, Single Family Home or Town Home? When you first think about buying a home, you probably have in mind exactly what you want. But as you dig into your budget, you'll start to decide what you're willing to pay for and what isn't worth the money to you. As … [Read more...] about Pros & Cons of a Fixer Upper, Existing Home, New Construction & Attached Homes
9 Things You Should Investigate During the Inspection Period
9 Things You Should Investigate During the Inspection Period Buyers often go into the home purchase with all the excitement that accompanies buying something new. Granite counter tops, well-appointed bathrooms, hardwood floors...those are all things that are on a buyer’s must have list for their … [Read more...] about 9 Things You Should Investigate During the Inspection Period
6 Reasons to Own a Home
Reason to Own a Home #1: Forced Savings Like an automated 401k, your home can act as a vehicle to automate your retirement savings. When you make a monthly mortgage payment, a portion of that payment goes to the principal (the balance on the loan) and a portion goes to interest (the cost of … [Read more...] about 6 Reasons to Own a Home
