We bring you this blog with extreme optimism. You CAN buy a house. However, it is absolutely critical to have proper expectations about the market as you dive in. You may be hearing all kinds of scary tales online about how hard it is to get a house. Are they true? Yes. If your hearing […]
5 Questions Sellers Keep Asking About 2021’s Hot Real Estate Market
Key Takeaways: Today’s real estate market is heavily skewed towards sellers, making now the perfect time to list your home. Many would-be sellers have questions about moving when the market is this hot—and we have the answers you need to get started. If you’re considering selling your home soon, it’s crucial to work with a […]
Daytrip to Graham
Drive Time: 50 minutes Adventurers: Chip, Mom, Cathy, JP, Ben, Kimberly, Adalee and BrayleeDestination: Children’s Museum of Alamance County, Alamance Arts and Village GrillTotal cost: (total trip $148) $5/person Children’s Museum and ~$17/person @ Village Grill For a fun local trip very close to the Triangle take a short drive to Graham. Your children, grandchildren or […]
4 Tricks to Buying a Home in a Crazy Hot Market
Key Takeaways: Despite the ongoing pandemic, the real estate market is more competitive than ever before—and that means buyers have to do more to get their offer accepted. Want to stand out from the competition and score the home of your dreams? Our four tips can help you achieve real estate success in no time. […]
What Makes Today’s Real Estate Market So Competitive?
Key Takeaways This year’s housing market is shaping up to be the most competitive on record, but the pandemic isn’t the only thing influencing the national real estate boom. There are actually quite a few factors contributing to today’s hot market, including unfettered buyer demand, historically low supply, and steady interest rates. Have questions about […]
Occoneechee Speedway Daytrip
Written By: Amber Johnson Drive Time: 1 hr Adventurers: Amber Johnson, her husband Daryl and son Liam and in-laws Destination: Occoneechee Speedway and lunch at Hillsborough BBQ Company Total cost: $60 for lunch for 5! A while back, I read an article about this old speedway in Hillsborough that still had old cars on the […]
Exposing the 4 Factors Agents Use to Price Your Home Right
Key Takeaways: Before you list your home, it’s crucial to understand how much a buyer would be willing to pay for it. Your agent will use a variety of factors to determine a competitive list price—and some of them might be a little unexpected. If you’re looking for a fast and accurate way to price […]
Why You Shouldn’t Use Automatic Home Estimators to Price Your Home
Key Takeaways: Automatic estimator tools are popular amongst homeowners and sellers, but they aren’t always the most reliable. In some instances, these estimators can be off by thousands of dollars due to inaccurate data. If you’re looking for a better way to determine your home’s market value, give us a call to get started! Exposing […]
Daytrip to the Durham Life and Science Museum
Written By: Judy Hart Drive time: 30 min Adventurers: Judy Hart, daughters Keegan and Ryan & granddaughter Emma Life and Science Museum and Elmo’s Diner : Durham, NC What a day we had, discovering Durham. I wanted to find a quick day trip we could do that would also include my 3-year-old granddaughter. Durham has […]
3 Reasons All Buyers and Sellers Should Use Listing Alerts
Key takeaways: Listing alerts send new homes straight to your inbox as soon as they hit the MLS, and they’re the easiest way to keep up with the competitive market. Listing alerts aren’t just useful for buyers—they can also help sellers stay up-to-date on other current and sold properties in their neighborhood. Signing up for […]