As of December 2008 the Raleigh real estate market has an average of 11 months absorption rate for homes in all price ranges. This means it is the absolute best time to buy because there are so many good homes to choose from. Right now Raleigh homes have very motivated sellers including: REO, short sales, […]
Category Archives: Raleigh Real Estate
30% to 50% of all Homes Sold in the US may be in Short Sale or Foreclosure
I was at a CDPE Certified Distressed Property Expert conference recently and the trainer said; “30% to 50% of all homes sold in the US in 2009 will be in short sale or foreclosure. He also said most home owners do not know where to turn for help so they end up in foreclosure because they […]
Problems That Arise From Overpricing Raleigh Homes
Never select a REALTOR based on price because there is no exact price for real estate. If a REALTOR tells you they can get X for your home they are either guessing or lying to get your listing. The market always determines value. Value is what a buyer is willing to pay. The only way […]
Timing A Raleigh Real Estate Purchase
I have gone to a lot of Christmas parties this season and I keep having people ask me; “when I think they should buy real estate. Should they buy now, wait till spring or wait until 2nd quarter”? My answer is if you have a steady job and can afford a mortgage payment now is […]
Raleigh Homeowner Rescues Senior Dogs
Hi Friends, I have the privilege through my Raleigh real estate career to meet the most interesting people. This year I was blessed with a family who purchased a home from my Team and is now bringing love into many Raleigh homes. This family has a heart for homeless old dogs and they formed The […]
Best Chili in Raleigh
Last Sunday I was ask to be one of the judges for the Rex Healthcare 2nd annual celebrity chili cook off at the RBC center. This event is held to bring awareness to Rex Heartburn Center. A large percentage of the population suffers from heartburn and most do not know that Rex Healthcare has a […]
You Could Miss Out On A Great Opportunity!
Hi Friends, Great news the mortgages rates have come down 1% which means you can buy 10% more home today. First time home buyers also receive a $7,500 tax credit. Tell your friends about this exciting news and call me before they go back up. It is a buyers market and there are a lot […]
First Time Home Buyer Raleigh Real Estate News
Hi Friends,If you know of anyone still renting now is the time to buy real estate in Raleigh. Prices have dropped and so have interest rates. 5.75% is available now. There is also a $7,500 tax credit for first time home buyers. If this news is not enough to get everyone moving, look at these […]
Open House Cruise Winner Announced
Our team is excited to announce that Ronnie & Karen Allen of Durham, NC won the 5 day Open House Cruise Drawing! For every 50 entries our team receives at our open houses a cruise is given. For more information on how to register or to receive notifications about Open Houses through out the Triangle, please […]
Come By to Trick or Treat
Halloween is tomorrow and if you are looking for fun stop by my house at 1641 Stannard Trail in Raleigh. My husband Jay goes all out for Halloween with a tent in the front yard housing flying witches, 10 foot spider and other crazy things that light up and move. The kids love seeing what […]