Buying a home is one of the biggest financial moves you’ll ever make—but hidden risks in your property’s history could cost you thousands if you’re not prepared. That’s why title insurance is so important. But here’s the real question: do you actually know what it is, what it covers, and why you need it? On […]
Buying your first home in the Triangle area is a big deal—but first-time buyers don’t have to figure it all out alone. While it may feel unfamiliar to you, real estate agents help first-time buyers every day. They know the process inside and out and can help guide you through it with less stress, fewer […]
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 it’s important to understand that those ultra-low rates were a unique response to a global event—not the norm. And as the economy […]
These days, it seems like every headline about the housing market comes with a heavy dose of doubt. Are prices rising or falling? Is a crash coming? Will mortgage rates ever come down? With all the noise, it’s easy to feel unsure about buying a home in Raleigh. But here’s what doesn’t always make the […]
Have you been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately? One day they dip, the next they climb again. It’s 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 April—especially compared […]
You probably check your bank account pretty regularly—but when’s the last time you checked your home’s value? If it’s been a while, you might be in for a pleasant surprise. For most people, your house is your biggest financial asset, and chances are, it’s been building home equity quietly in the background. What Is Home […]
If you hit pause on your home search last year, you weren’t alone—70% of buyers did the same. Between limited housing inventory, high prices, and fluctuating mortgage rates, the timing just didn’t feel right. But things are changing, and now might be the perfect time to jump back in. The Housing Inventory Sweet Spot Today’s […]
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Raleigh, saving up to purchase a home in the Triangle area can feel overwhelming—especially if you think you need to put 20% down. But here’s the good news: that 20% figure is a myth for most buyers. Do You Really Need 20% Down To Buy a Home? Unless your […]
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to sell your home in Raleigh, this could be the sign you’ve been looking for. After a few slower years due to higher mortgage rates and affordability concerns, many would-be buyers are now getting back into the market. As mortgage rates begin to stabilize, buyers are adjusting […]
If you’ve been holding out on buying a home in Raleigh because you’re waiting for mortgage rates to drop, you’re not alone. But here’s the reality: experts predict rates will decline—just not as much as many buyers were hoping. The good news? Even if rates stay higher than expected, there are creative ways to make […]