Key points: Despite the financial instability of 2020, it was actually a great year for homeownership. Rock-bottom-low interest rates provided homeowners and buyers with a lot of fantastic real estate opportunities. Interest rates are still low, so if you’re thinking of making a move, now is the time! Contact Linda Craft & Team today to […]
In this issue: In 2019, the Veteran’s Administration guaranteed over 600,000 home loans. Almost half were made without a down payment. In 2019, nearly $120 million was provided to help seriously disabled veterans purchase, modify, or construct a home to meet their needs. Many veterans don’t take advantage of the outstanding benefits available through the […]
Knowing how much you can afford is an important first step in your home buying journey. However, many buyers make the mistake of only factoring the list price of a property into their final decision. And as prices continue to skyrocket, you may be wondering if it’s possible to make a move in such a […]
Low inventory and even lower mortgage rates have caused the Triangle’s hot real estate market to become increasingly competitive. As a buyer, that means you’ll need to do even more to stand out, particularly if a home has multiple offers. We’ve narrowed down the top three ways to beat out other buyers in a bidding […]
Even amidst a global pandemic and economic downturn, home prices just keep going up. And while this may seem like great news for sellers, buyers have also gained a serious advantage over the last few months. Believe it or not, homes in the Triangle are now more affordable than ever before thanks to record low […]
The start of the year showed quite a bit of promise for real estate—high prices, strong demand, steady interest rates… and then a global health crisis threw the American economy into chaos. Widespread closures, unemployment, and stay-at-home orders have led many to postpone making large purchases or sales. However, interest rates in 2020 may indicate […]
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 […]
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 […]
With unprecedented closures and social distancing measures changing the way we do everything from business to everyday life, the economy has been in a state of upheaval, leaving many would-be buyers wondering if it’s smart to buy a home right now. Some have put their searches on hold, while others have continued on the hunt. […]
Luxury homes weren’t seeing too much interest at the end of 2018. The US real estate market was comprised heavily of first-time buyers searching for lower-priced homes, and the luxury market slowed considerably. But a shift in the market and buyer interest shows that luxury real estate might be poised to make a comeback in […]
