Attending an open house can be one of the most exciting steps in your home-buying journey. It’s your chance to explore potential homes in person, evaluate neighborhoods, and imagine how your life could fit into a new space. However, it’s important to approach open houses with a strategy. From … [Read more...] about Read this first: Do’s and Don’ts at Open Houses!
Buyer's Knowledge Base
Zillow vs Redfin: Which Price is Right?
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?
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
9 Essential Steps to purchase a home. (updated 2024)
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. #1: Connect with a Realtor Many people think finding a Realtor is the last step in the checklist. But the truth is many of the steps … [Read more...] about 9 Essential Steps to purchase a home. (updated 2024)
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
