For generations, homeownership has been a pivotal part of the American Dream. Owning a home is one of the best ways to build financial security, and it can exponentially increase your wealth over time. Even as prices continue to skyrocket, low interest rates have made buying a home more affordable. If you’re currently renting, we […]
During the beginning of the year, many anxious homeowners and would-be sellers questioned how the pandemic would impact the market. Experts also weighed in with varying results—some said home values would increase, while others predicted a housing crash akin to what we saw in 2008. As the year continues to unfold, it’s clear that the […]
Knowing how much you can afford is an important first step in your home buying journey. However, many buyers make the mistake of only factoring the list price of a property into their final decision. And as prices continue to skyrocket, you may be wondering if it’s possible to make a move in such a […]
Low inventory and even lower mortgage rates have caused the Triangle’s hot real estate market to become increasingly competitive. As a buyer, that means you’ll need to do even more to stand out, particularly if a home has multiple offers. We’ve narrowed down the top three ways to beat out other buyers in a bidding […]
Finding a home is one of the biggest struggles for potential buyers in the Raleigh area today. As existing inventory continues to dwindle and construction of new homes keeps ramping up, you may be tempted to build your own place from the ground up. While new construction does come with quite a few benefits, you’ll […]
As we finally near the end of 2020, more Americans are making the decision to move. And because of the ongoing health crisis, buyers now have updated needs and expect their homes to function differently than before. As our daily lifestyles continue to change, you may have a new perspective on homeownership. Here are a […]
Even amidst a global pandemic and economic downturn, home prices just keep going up. And while this may seem like great news for sellers, buyers have also gained a serious advantage over the last few months. Believe it or not, homes in the Triangle are now more affordable than ever before thanks to record low […]
Buying a home comes with a lot of perks, both financial and personal—building equity, finding a place to belong long-term, becoming part of a community—but there are some overlooked financial advantages to homeownership, too. Financial Advantages to Owning You Didn’t Know About If you’re still renting or haven’t owned a home recently, you might not […]
As years go by, our priorities naturally change. Perhaps your household size has increased or decreased, or you’ve seriously downsized your number of possessions. Whatever the circumstances might be, it is important that your home matches your current needs. It may see tough to initially admit that you are ready to make such a significant […]
These days, it’s easier than ever before to search for a home online—and tons of buyers are doing it. In fact, 93% of buyers start their search on a website…but that doesn’t tell the full story. In addition to websites, 86% of buyers are also still using a real estate agent to find out more […]