July: Articles of Interest

Check out some of the news we want to share with you this July. Are you a first time home buyer wondering how to find the right spot for you? Or are you a home owner and it’s time to update the kitchen? Also stay tuned as we discuss mortgage rates and what you need to know in the market …

June Articles of Interest

Check out some of the news we want to share with you this June. From mortgage rates dropping again to what you can get for $1,100 in Raleigh. Also tips on 10 cities in which you should invest in properties. REMAX Reports Sizeable Jump In May Home Sales The latest national housing report from RE/MAX (NYSE:RMAX) found a 20% increase …

May Articles of Interest

Check out some of the news we want to share with you this May. From mortgage rates dropping to colorful kitchens, we cover it all. Also learn 15 key things that will always fail a home inspection, and how to fix them. Q1 Existing Single-Family Home Sales Prices Up in 7 Out of 10 Metro Markets Sales prices on existing …

April Articles of Interest

Check out some of the news we want to share with you this April. From vacation home demand to mortgage trends to what color people like to paint the exterior of their homes, we cover it all. Also learn 15 key things to do regularly to keep your home at it’s peak quality. Vacation Home Demand Sinks in Post-Pandemic Market …

March Articles of Interest

How the Current Real Estate Market Can Affect Your FinancesThe real estate market is in an interesting state right now. Home sales are slowing because of higher interest rates, but prices in some areas have yet to drop. Overall, the median existing home sales price in January 2023 was up 1.3% from the same time last year, but home prices in expensive …

February Articles of Interest

How to Handle Buyer Love LettersThere are potential risks involved in this common tactic, including fair housing violations. Here are seven tips for tackling love letters with your clients.Realtor Magazine New Housing Data Suggests Market Slowdown Is EndingPending home sales increased in December for the first time in six months, and new-home sales and mortgage applications are rising.Realtor Magazine SINGLE …

January Top Articles of Interest

21 Real Estate Wins in Government Spending Package Congress gave final approval Friday to a bipartisan bill to fund the government through Sept. 30, 2023, clearing the last major piece of legislation for the year. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden for his signature. Included in the bill are an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) …

Residential Rentals — Why You Need a Lease Agreement and How To Understand It

It’s easy to understand being excited when you’ve finally found the apartment or house you’ve been looking for. Whether it’s the shorter commute to work, the lake views and mature trees in the landscape, or the energy efficient design that draws you, when you’ve found what seems like the perfect fit, you want to jump on it right away. You’re …

Considering a Move to North Carolina? Here’s What You Need to Know About Raleigh

People around here say they love living in Raleigh because it’s a growing city that hasn’t lost the friendly, small-town feel. It’s still easy to run into someone you know when you stop in at the corner market or your favorite local dive. At the same time, Raleigh’s growing fast. It’s the capital of North Carolina and the second largest …