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The Surprising Amount of Home Equity Youā€™ve Gained over the Years

If youā€™re thinking about selling your Triangle Area home, you may be considering several factors, especially with todayā€™s housing affordability challenges. One way to make your decision easier is to understand the amount of home equity youā€™ve accumulated over the years. Here are two main factors that significantly impact your equity. How Long Youā€™ve Owned [ā€¦]


Why Moving to a Smaller Home After Retirement Makes Life Easier

Retirement marks a period of relaxation, new adventures, and indulging in your passions. As you embark on this exciting phase, itā€™s crucial to reassess whether your current living situation still aligns with your needs. For many, a large home can become too costly or impractical during retirement. Downsizing could be a smart solution to enhance [ā€¦]


Home Equity Can Be a Game Changer When You Sell

Considering selling your Triangle area home but unsure due to the current market conditions? While affordability has seen some improvement, the market remains challenging. However, understanding your home equity might simplify your decision-making process. As described by Bankrate: Home equity is the difference between your homeā€™s value and the amount you still owe on your [ā€¦]


Is Housing Affordability Just About the Money?

Key Takeaways: Todayā€™s house price appreciation is making homes more expensive, yet they are still more affordable when you consider equity gains.  When you buy a Triangle area home, you benefit from equity build-upā€”this means that youā€™re actually making money even as you pay your mortgage.  Want to learn more about the equity increase in [ā€¦]



Sometimes Less Is More: Why Do Some Buyers Prefer Smaller Homes?

Key Takeaways: People are spending more time at home due to the global pandemic, which has many homeowners reconsidering their home size preferences.  Older homeowners can use their equity to invest in homes that better fit their evolving needs.  Need guidance navigating todayā€™s housing market? Contact Linda Craft & Team at 919-235-0007 for more information [ā€¦]


What Are the Benefits of Buying or Selling in Todayā€™s Market?

Key Takeaways: Buyers and sellers should take advantage of the opportunities available in todayā€™s housing market.  Homes are flying off the market at record-breaking speed, so the time for buyers and sellers to act is now.  Linda Craft & Team has real estate expertise across the board. Contact us, or call 919-235-0007 today, and donā€™t [ā€¦]


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