Are you interested in purchasing a home but do not know where to begin or who to talk to? Are you and your spouse thinking of taking advantage of this market and putting your house on the market and need to know what upgrades are recommended? Or do you just need a final, straight answer […]
Category Archives: Buying A Home in the Greater Raleigh Area
Raleigh Real Estate Experts : FHFA Extends HARP for Two More Years
Earlier this year, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced that it will extend the federal refinancing initiative, The Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) for another two years. It was supposed to expire at the end of 2013 but will now be available until the end of December 2015. For some Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary and […]
Raleigh Real Estate Expert Advice : Closet Space and Design
Home buyers are surveyed yearly to discover what is important to them in the home they buy. Over the years many things have changed in the Greater Raleigh area but one thing remains constant and that is that everyone wants more closet space in their homes! According to a survey done by California Closets (Raleigh), 53% of home […]
Raleigh Real Estate Market Improving : Homeowners Taking Advantage of Trend
Homeowners in the Greater Triangle-area who planned on selling before the housing crisis hit are finding that the market has finally shifted in their favor. Increases in prices, low inventory, and historically low interest rates have combined to put sellers in a very advantageous position. Many homeowners stopped even thinking about selling their home because […]
The Coveted Mudroom : Raleigh Real Estate Interior Details
Most Raleigh homeowners can agree that “stuff” tends to accumulate the most by the entrances of a home. How easy it is to kick off your shoes, throw down your bag and put something down with intentions of picking it up later. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a dedicated entryway that house guests might […]
Walk This Way: What Is The Walkability of Your Raleigh Real Estate?
As a Raleigh Real Estate homeowner, do you prefer to walk to your destination when possible? Would you rather hop on your bike and cruise the Capital Area Greenway instead of burning fumes? Are you interested in buying a Triangle home and are curious how close it is to the hustle and bustle? If you answered […]
Wake County Real Estate Facts and Figures : Population
Are you relocating and interesting in buying real estate in The Greater Raleigh Area? Or are you a current Raleigh real estate owner and are curious to know what the current population is and where it is expected to go? Well this infographic is just for you! We have compiled local population figures from local towns […]
Energy Star Neighborhood : Not Just for Lightbulbs
We have all heard of energy star appliances. Stainless steel refrigerators, low flow toilets and compact fluorescent light bulbs are usually what comes to mind when one hears “energy star”. But have you ever heard of an entire neighborhood being energy star certified? An energy star neighborhood is built to meet criteria and standards set […]
Micro-Gardening in the Triangle : Optimizing Your Triangle Real Estate’s Outdoor Space
Own Raleigh Real Estate or planning on buying a Triangle home but don’t have a spacious yard for starting a garden? Don’t be discouraged! Micro-gardening is a great way to have the bountiful garden you want with limited space. The FAO defines micro-gardens as intensively cultivated small spaces – such as balconies, small yards, patios and rooftops. How Does Your […]
How Does All of This Rain Affect Your Raleigh Real Estate?
According to local mold experts, Remtech, we have had record breaking rainfall this summer. It is saturating the water table and the ground around houses. The air temperature has been low compared to most summers in the Triangle. What does this mean for your and your Triangle home? The Dreaded Word….MOLD Combine the conditions we are having in Raleigh, […]