Linda Craft Team’s Dwayne Reece breaks down the real math on renting vs. buying in Raleigh, including the NC 1st Home Advantage program, on Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso.
Tag Archives: Renting in Raleigh
Great News for Renters Who Want to Buy a Home!
For many renters, the dream of owning a home seems like just that—a dream. And with rental rates rising in recent years, saving for a down payment while continuing to pay more and more in rent has become almost impossible. But there’s good news on the horizon for would-be buyers! Stable Rental Rates Mean More […]
The Biggest Reasons Why Homeowners are Happy… and Renters Aren’t
Coffee or tea? Cake or pie? Rent or buy? Life is full of big questions—some a little harder to answer than others. But in the case of renting versus buying, there are a few big reasons why ownership still wins the battle. Thinking about making the jump from renting to owning? Here’s how your life […]
Can I Break A Lease? What Will Happen?
Security Deposits in North Carolina: How Much Can A Landlord Charge?
Hi Linda,
I am interested in finding out more about one of your rental properties. I am looking to move in by April 1 and have been trying to wrap up things with my previous landlord. I noticed that the information sheet mentioned that the owner would be charging a security deposit equal to two months rent. Is that legal? Can he do that?




