The COVID-19 health crisis brought many aspects of American life to a halt in early 2020. Real estate was not unaffected, though it has remained surprisingly stable. Sales declined fairly steeply in April and May, but have since started to pick back up again, paving the way for a strong summer 2020 housing market, especially […]
Spring and summer are traditionally hot seasons for real estate. However, the ongoing health crisis and talks of economic slowdown have many buyers and sellers worrying that real estate will suffer. Since supply and demand set home prices, we may be able to get an idea of what’s on the horizon. Supply and Demand Set […]
If you’re thinking of selling a home, you might be tempted to list For Sale By Owner (FSBO) in order to save a little money on agent commission. But before you stick a “For Sale” sign in the yard, you might want to reconsider! Here’s why. The Downsides of For Sale By Owner Real Estate […]
As you search for your next home in the Raleigh area, you’ll probably encounter more than a few neighborhoods that have their own homeowners associations. Often abbreviated as HOAs, these groups usually consist of a few elected residents, although they may also be run by an outside management company or developer. While they tend to […]
Did you know that the American Red Cross often sees a slump in blood donations during summertime? This year, that summer slowdown and COVID-19-related cancellations have taken a major toll on national blood supply, leaving a dire need for donations. Now, the American Red Cross is taking another step in the fight against COVID-19 by […]
Nationwide, businesses are beginning to reopen, employees are returning to work, and retail and service sales have started to increase. And as the economy begins to strengthen, many wonder if the real estate market will be the driving force behind its recovery. Will the Housing Market Affect the Economy’s Recovery? In 2008, the housing market […]
Since the start of the ongoing health crisis earlier this year, more people have been spending more time at home. And additional time at home has led more than a few owners and renters to realize that their homes might be missing a few amenities they’d like to have. How does your home compare? If […]
These past few months have been filled with uncertainty, thanks to widespread unemployment and more than a little turbulence in the economy. All the upheaval has left many would-be buyers and sellers wondering if it’s still smart to make a move, or if they’d be better waiting for things to settle down. So, what does […]
This has been quite the tumultuous year! An unforeseeable global health crisis brought the economy to a screeching halt, sending unemployment rates soaring, closing businesses nationwide, and leading to the enactment of a plethora of new changes and restrictions on the way we do everything from grocery shopping to buying houses. All the ups and […]
As a seller, you have to be able to get your home looking fantastic at the drop of a dime if an interested buyer schedules a tour. And unless you have the time to constantly clean, keeping your space prepped for showings might seem like an endless (and stressful!) ordeal. Luckily, we have a few […]