A Canine-friendly City Americans, in general, love our dogs. It’s true! Over 78 million furry friends reside in US households and over 44% of all households in the US have at least one pooch. Folks in Raleigh are no exception when it comes to pawsitively loving their dogs. One great thing about Raleigh, and really […]
Category Archives: Buying A Home in the Greater Raleigh Area
Your Raleigh Home: Proper Care, NOT Impending Catastrophe
Your home is most likely one of the largest personal investments you will ever make. Whether it’s your first time jumping into the homeownership pool or even if you have taken the plunge multiple times, you may not know the safest way to care for your investment so that you are giving it the TLC […]
Is It Time to Stop Renting and Buy Your First Home?
It’s a huge decision, deciding to move out of your rental and move into something you can call “Home Sweet Home.” How do you know you are ready for this big step? See if the following questions can help you determine your readiness for homeownership. Is the Timing Right to Purchase a Home Now? Could […]
What’s in Your Hurricane Kit?
Although June through November is technically “Hurricane Season,” NC tends to get the worst of the storms in the August/September timeframe. It’s never too redundant to put out a reminder of all the things that should go into your Emergency Kit just in case a storm heads this way. Whether it’s a tropical storm or […]
The 5 Best Places to Watch 4th of July Fireworks in the Raleigh Area
The Greater Raleigh area has no shortage of fun 4th of July celebrations, which are not complete without spectacular fireworks shows. Here are the top five Independence Day events with fireworks that you do not want to miss. 1. The ‘Works in Downtown Raleigh Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh will have live music, a beer tent, street performers, […]
Your Raleigh Home and Radon Danger
What is Radon? How Does It Get Into My Home? Radon is a chemical element formed when uranium in water, rock, and soil begins to break down. This causes the release of radon gas into the dirt which could be beneath your house. It gets into your home through gaps and cracks in walls and floors, […]
When You Don’t Need a Down Payment to Buy a Home
Saving thousands of dollars for a down payment is one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership, especially for first-time home buyers. Fortunately, you don’t need a down payment to secure the home of your dreams in the Greater Raleigh area. Thanks to the USDA Loan Program, you can quickly and easily buy your first home! In no […]
How to Protect Yourself Against Hidden Title Hazards
Other types of insurance coverage focus on possible future events and charge an annual premium — such as flood insurance or hazard insurance that safeguard against loss from fire, theft, or wind damage. Title insurance protects against loss from hazards and defects already existing in the title and is purchased with a one-time premium. A Separate […]
Beware of Losing Money Purchasing Homes in the Greater Raleigh Area
When purchasing a home in North Carolina, you will need to write two upfront deposits with the Offer to Purchase and Contract. The two upfront checks are called the “due diligence fee” and “earnest money.” It is important to know that the due diligence fee is non-refundable, and if you are not careful, you could […]
Organize Your Whole Home in 3 Weeks with These 30-Minute Tasks
If you’re like many homeowners in the Greater Raleigh area, you are determined to organize your home in 2017 (since you weren’t able to get around to it last year). The secret to keeping any New Year’s resolution is making sure your goal is “smart” — specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic, and time-based. That’s why it’s almost impossible to tackle a […]