Many home buyers in Raleigh are still on the sidelines, waiting and hoping for mortgage rates to fall back to the historic lows of 3% we saw just a few years ago. But itās important to understand that those ultra-low rates were a unique response to a global eventānot the norm. And as the economy […]
June is National Homeownership Month, a time to celebrate the many benefits of owning a home and to help more people achieve this important milestone. If you have been thinking about buying your first home in the Triangle, this is the perfect opportunity to start your journey. It may feel like a big step, but […]
Have you been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately? One day they dip, the next they climb again. Itās no wonder so many Triangle area buyers feel unsure about when to jump into the market. The graph below, based on Mortgage News Daily data, shows just how much rates have fluctuated in Aprilāespecially compared […]
If you hit pause on your home search last year, you werenāt aloneā70% of buyers did the same. Between limited housing inventory, high prices, and fluctuating mortgage rates, the timing just didnāt feel right. But things are changing, and now might be the perfect time to jump back in. The Housing Inventory Sweet Spot Todayās […]
If youāve been holding out on buying a home in Raleigh because youāre waiting for mortgage rates to drop, youāre not alone. But hereās the reality: experts predict rates will declineājust not as much as many buyers were hoping. The good news? Even if rates stay higher than expected, there are creative ways to make […]
With the cost of nearly everything on the rise, itās no surprise that inflation has remained higher than expected. Prices for goods, services, and housing continue to climb, leaving many people wondering: Is now really the right time to buy a home? Hereās the good newsāowning a home is one of the best ways to […]
If youāre like many aspiring homebuyers, you may feel like rising costsāfrom groceries to gas and housingāare standing in your way. Home prices have gone up, making affordability a challenge. But even in a competitive market, homeownership doesnāt have to stay out of reach. With the right approach, buying your first home in the Triangle […]
Spring is here, and with it comes longer days, blooming flowers, and the perfect opportunity to make your move. If youāve been thinking about buying a home in Raleigh, this season offers some distinct advantages that could help you find the perfect place while making a smart financial decision. Hereās why spring is one of […]
Thereās nothing quite like the excitement of purchasing a brand-new home. The fresh paint, the untouched appliances, and the opportunity to make it truly your ownāitās a dream for many buyers! But before you sign on the dotted line, there are key things you must know to avoid costly mistakes and make the best decision […]
Tax season isnāt just about filing paperworkāitās also an opportunity to take a step closer to homeownership. If youāre expecting a tax refund this year, it could be the perfect financial boost to help you buy a home. Whether youāre a first-time buyer or looking to make a move, here are smart ways to maximize […]