Owning your first home is an exciting milestone, one that promises to elevate your lifestyle. However, navigating the current Triangle area market requires careful planning. Limited housing inventory and affordability concerns are realities that first-time buyers need to be aware of. If you’re prepared to purchase your first Raleigh home, here are three strategic tips […]
Navigating the home buying market can be daunting, especially with the current low inventory of Triangle area homes for sale. However, the increasing availability of new construction homes in Raleigh offers a silver lining for those seeking more options. When considering a new construction home, it’s crucial to understand the buying process differs significantly from […]
At some point, you’ve likely heard the saying, “Home is where the heart is.” This sentiment captures the emotional connection many feel toward homeownership. If you’re debating between renting and buying a home in Raleigh this year, here are compelling reasons to embrace homeownership. Customizing to Your Heart’s Desire Your home should echo your personality. […]
Spring is here, and with its arrival comes the golden opportunity to elevate your Triangle area home’s curb appeal. (Curb appeal is essentially the charm and attractiveness of your home as viewed from the outside, a key factor in shaping a buyer’s first impression!) With the milder weather and the vibrant blossoms of spring, it’s […]
Key Facts: Enhance Curb Appeal: Tips for revamping your home’s exterior to make a great first impression. Brighten Your Home: Key insights on using lighting and decor to create a welcoming atmosphere. Spring Selling Strategy: Learn why spring is ideal for selling and how our team can help maximize your home’s potential. As the days […]
For those of you who do are not from the Research Triangle Park in North Carolina. This area is made up of three cities with three major Universities, Chapel Hill (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), Durham (Duke University), and Raleigh (North Carolina State University). This area makes up a triangle that house hundreds […]
As a homeowner, you might be grappling with the decision to sell your house, possibly due to concerns about higher mortgage rates on your next home. If this is your dilemma, understanding your equity could be the key to boosting your confidence in making that move. What is Equity and How Does It Work? Equity […]
Key Takeaways: The real estate market is very different from 2008 Foreclosures are low thanks to extra equity Contact Linda Craft Team with any market questions! You’re certainly not alone if you’ve seen recent headlines about foreclosures surging in the housing market. The stories in the media can be confusing right now. The good news […]
Key Takeaways: Good news for homeowners: home equity values are still way up Equity can help you make a shift in the next phase of your life Contact Linda Craft Team Realtors to get your expert equity advice! Now that you’ve made all your monthly mortgage payments on time and seen your equity growth over […]
Well here we are in 2023. It’s a new year in real estate. Last year was, well, for a lack of a better term…wild. At the beginning of the year houses were flying off the market at record prices. By the end of the year, we saw interest rates rise for the first time in […]