If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard, “location, location, location!” on repeat. Finding the perfect city or town is one thing, but you’ll need to take it a step further. The right neighborhood matters more than you think, so before you start your search, we have some tips to help you find […]
Archives: September 2019
How to Sell Your Home Before the End of the Year
2019 has been an interesting year for the housing market—and that trend isn’t stopping anytime soon. With mortgage rates hitting near-historic lows and increased buyer demand, the last few months of the year are looking like a prime time to list your home! While the market is more active than usual, it’s still true that […]
Summer’s Almost Over: How to Close up Your Pool for the Year
In the Raleigh area, it pays to have a pool. Seriously—with daytime summer temperatures often reaching over 90 degrees (not counting humidity), there’s nothing quite like having your own private pool to cool off in. But as summer slips away and the temperature starts to tick down, it’s almost time to say goodbye and pack […]
Tiny Houses: How These Small Homes Have Made a Big Splash
You’ve seen the shows on HGTV, the brand new series on Netflix, the craze on sites like Pinterest and Instagram—tiny houses are all the rage. These smaller spaces come with gigantic opportunities—if you’re looking for an incredibly versatile and stylish home, you may want to look into one of the hottest housing trends of the […]
Feeling Thirsty? Drink Local at These Top Triangle Area Breweries
When it comes to local beer, North Carolina is one of the best states around. While Asheville might be known as the brewing hub in the state, the Triangle area is also home to quite a few stand-out breweries, full of unique sours, hoppy IPAs, and rich stouts. From a former airplane hangar to one […]
Is a Home Inspection Really Necessary? Why You Shouldn’t Skip This Important Step
Picture this: you’ve finally found the home of your dreams. It’s got all the features you’ve been searching for, and it’s in the perfect neighborhood. There can’t possibly be anything wrong with it…right? Though technically optional, a home inspection is highly recommended by most realtors, as it can save you thousands of dollars—or even prevent […]