What’s Going On with Mortgages? Paul Fitts of Advantage Lending joining us to break down what’s really going on in mortgages right now. First off: rate talk. The 30-year fixed is hovering near the low-to-mid 6% range—down from the peaks, yet still above what many buyers hope for. That means timing and strategy matter. We’ll […]
If you’re planning to sell your Triangle area home, getting your price right is more important than ever. While it may be tempting to list high just to test the waters, that strategy can easily backfire. And in today’s market, overpricing can cost you more than just offers—it can cost you your move. The Real […]
If your Triangle Area home is on the market but offers aren’t coming in the way you hoped, you might be asking yourself: should I rent it instead of selling my home? More and more homeowners are facing that exact question and considering whether rent could be the right solution. There’s even a name for […]
Still waiting for that perfect buyer to fall in love with your Triangle Area home? In today’s market, price may be the real issue, and here’s why. Homes are taking longer to sell. Realtor.com says: Homes are also taking longer to sell. The typical home spent 60 days on the market in August, seven days […]
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 […]
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 […]