There’s a reason homeownership has long been a critical pillar of the American Dream—and it’s not just about the white picket fence. Many economists will tell you that buying a home is one of the savviest financial investments you can make. So does that mean wealth is the #1 benefit of homeownership? Financial Wealth: The […]
The year started out very economically promising—low unemployment, a soaring stock market, and an overall thriving economy. And then, the COVID-19 pandemic struck, forcing global closures, business shutdowns, and nationwide stay at home orders. The resulting 2020 unemployment rate has been more than just shocking…it’s also been almost historically high. Soaring 2020 Unemployment Rate Isn’t […]
While walkable urban living has traditionally been quite popular across the country, the recent health crisis has led many urbanites to rethink the close proximity and small spaces of city living. Does this indicate a shift to the suburbs might be the wave of the future? Urban Living Could Shift to the Suburbs City-dwellers often […]
You’ve probably heard that spring and summer are the best seasons for home buying. After all, there’s more inventory on the market, and the warm weather is ideal for showings. However, the ongoing global health crisis has shattered the idea of the “peak home buying season” and left many Raleigh buyers wondering if now is […]
With unemployment soaring far higher than ever before in American history, many fear that a housing collapse akin to 2008 is on the horizon. However, despite these concerning numbers, the situation isn’t as dire as it looks. Here’s why we’re probably not going to see a market crash or a surge of foreclosures in 2020. […]
On Friday, May 8, 2020, North Carolina moved into Phase One of reopening. The previous stay-at-home order remains in effect, with modifications that allow for some businesses to open and a bit more overall flexibility for leaving home. Here’s a look at what North Carolina’s Phase One will allow. A Breakdown of Changes During North […]
Over the past few months, those of us in the Raleigh area have been under pretty strict stay-at-home orders, and many of us have been working from home or have been out of work entirely. Life may have been put on pause, but real estate hasn’t taken a rest. In fact, a recent study by […]
There may be a global health crisis changing up the way we do everything from business meetings to dining out, but one thing hasn’t changed too much—home prices. A recent study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that most sellers are holding steady on price, which ultimately means that listing your home now […]
After months of closures and restrictions, the Triangle’s businesses are finally starting to reopen in phases. As people begin returning to work, as consumers resume normal spending, and as life slowly returns to normal, our economy, too, will start to recuperate. And many analysts believe that new construction will drive Raleigh’s economic recovery. Raleigh’s Economic […]
The weather’s getting warmer, summer is (finally!) just around the corner, and we’re all staying at home more than ever before. If you plan on spending your days relaxing in nature, now is the perfect time to give your outdoor space a little upgrade. And if you’re thinking about selling soon, you might even impress […]