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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
With the housing market crash of 2008 still too close for comfort, it’s hard not to envision that this year’s stock market volatility will have the same impact on today’s market—sending home values tumbling. But economists and agents alike are quick to reassure that this isn’t like last time. So, here’s how the stock market […]
With constantly changing restrictions and regulations on business, travel, and even everyday life, the way we buy, sell, and even see homes has changed drastically in the last few weeks. Fortunately, modern tech—like virtual tours—makes it easier than ever to get up close and personal… right from the comfort of your couch. And now, we’ve […]
The past few weeks have brought a whirlwind of change to just about every aspect of daily life—business, work, play, and everything in between. In this time of upheaval, you might’ve noticed that mortgage interest rates have dropped… and dropped and dropped. And if you own a home, you may be considering whether now is […]
There’s a lot of uncertainty hanging over us—the coronavirus closing businesses left and right, stock market volatility sending stocks plummeting, the Fed cutting interest rates to near nothing—but we want to reassure you that another housing market crash is not on the horizon. Here’s Why We Aren’t In Store for a Housing Market Crash After […]
The Raleigh area has been in a seller’s market for a while now, which is great news if you’re thinking of listing. Homes are in high demand and buyers are willing to pay for it. However, this does not mean you should price your home way above its value when selling. Pricing Your Home Wrong […]
Many homeowners nearing retirement age face a tough choice: to sell or to stay? For some, the decision is pretty easy—they’ve had their hearts set on Florida living or their empty nest is just way too much to care for. Plus, there are all kinds of interesting new 55+ and Active Adult communities out there. […]
No matter what capacity you’re entering the Triangle area real estate market in—whether it’s buying, selling, or investing—it’s crucial to be prepared. By knowing all of the latest numbers on mortgage rates, median sales price, and average days on the market, you can gain a major advantage over your competition! Since we want to ensure […]
