If youāre hunting for the best deal in todayās housing market, hereās the strategy smart buyers are using: focus on homes that have been sitting on the market. When a home lingers without selling, sellers often become more flexible and more willing to negotiate. Thatās exactly where many savvy buyers are finding hidden opportunities, and […]
Planning to Buy a Home in the New Year? Hereās How to Get a Head Start Now
Finding the Right Home Starts Earlier Than Most People Think When many buyers think about purchasing a home in the Triangle area, the first assumption is that they need to start searching. Scrolling through listings, touring homes that almost work, and reacting to what hits the market. In reality, many buyers donāt actually enjoy the […]
4 Reasons Your House Is High on Every Buyerās Wish List This Season
Between travel plans, family events, and the general holiday hustle, it might seem like a good idea to take your Triangle area home off the market or wait until 2026 to sell. But hereās something worth thinking about: Holding off could mean missing a golden opportunity. While other sellers pause, you could stand out and […]
What to Do with the Stuff from an Estate or You Collected
On this week’s episode of Real Estate Right Now, weāre going to talk about something every homeowner eventually faces but almost nobody plans for: what do you do with a lifetime of āstuffā when itās time to move on? My guest is Gavin Martin, Owner and CEO of Grandmaās Basement Estate Sales & Services, a […]
The Housing Market Is Turning a Corner Going into 2026
After years of high mortgage rates and slowed buyer activity, the housing market is finally showing signs of renewed energy. More Triangle area sellers are listing their homes, and more buyers are jumping back in. And while it may not be a full-blown boom just yet, momentum is building. This shift may be gradual, but […]
Planning to Sell in 2026? Hereās What You Should Start Doing Now
If youāre thinking about selling your home in 2026, youāre already ahead of the game, and that gives you options. The truth is, the most successful sales start long before the home ever hits the market. Thatās where we come in. Before you make any decisions, hire contractors, or spend a dollar on updates, schedule […]
Why Your Home Equity Still Puts You Way Ahead
If youāve seen headlines about home prices dropping, itās easy to wonder what that means for the value of your Triangle area home, too. But hereās the truth: even in markets where prices have dipped slightly, youāre likely still far aheadāand itās all thanks to your home equity. The Relationship Between Home Prices and Equity […]
How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the Finish Line
If there were one simple step that could make your Triangle area home sale smoother, wouldnāt you want to know what it is? Selling a home involves more than just accepting an offer. A lot happens between going under contract and closing day, and a few missteps can cause a deal to fall through. But […]
What Is Going On With Mortgages
Ā Whatās Going On with Mortgages? Paul Fitts of AdvantageĀ Lending joining us to break down whatās really going on in mortgages right now. First off: rate talk. The 30-year fixed is hovering near the low-to-mid 6% rangeādown from the peaks, yet still above what many buyers hope for. That means timing and strategy matter. Weāll […]
A Buyerās Guide to Holiday-Season Home Shopping
Holiday shopping lists are filling up, but if a new home is on yours, this season can be one of the best times to find it. While many people are hunting for gifts and planning celebrations, the real estate market is still open for business, and that can create real opportunities for buyers in the […]









