You’ve decided to sell your house on your own, and you realize there will be some costs involved. So, wisely, you’re now asking: “What should I budget for if I sell my house on my own in Raleigh?” The answer may surprise you. It is true that home prices are rising in quite a few … Continued
An old adage in real estate sales is “your home is worth what someone is willing to buy it for.” This suggests that there are many different factors, some arbitrary that go into the valuing of a home. In today’s internet savvy world, many look to industry leader Zillow for information. But the questions is, … Continued
As a landowner in Raleigh, you may have considered putting your land up for sale. For many people, this is the best option when they find themselves stuck with unused land. Selling a parcel or lot is a bit different than selling a home, yet many of the same fundamentals apply. In our latest post, … Continued
If you are a landowner in Raleigh, you may have thought about selling the land as opposed to paying the high property taxes year after year. The market for people looking for land is typically much smaller, therefore it is important to make your land as desirable as possible to potential buyers. In our latest … Continued
You’re trying to sell a Raleigh North Carolina house that just won’t sell? And yet – the news says the real estate market is heating up. The media is practically shouting again about multiple offers, high demand, and record-setting prices. So where’s your contract? These tips could be just what you need to help you sell your … Continued
As a landowner in Raleigh, you may have spent some time on the fence deciding if you should sell or hold your land. The answer isn’t always straightforward, there are quite a few variables to consider. In our latest blog post, we will ask a few questions to help you decide if you should hold … Continued
So many people find themselves paying property taxes and maintenance costs on land they never end up using. If you own a parcel of land, there ARE ways to make money from it. In our latest blog post, we will explore the ways you can turn unused Raleigh land and turn it into cash in the … Continued
Credibility in any business is imperative to gain the confidence of colleagues and consumers. The investment real estate market is a high stakes world of big money and a lot of competition. Building credibility as a real estate investor in Raleigh, helps you capitalize on deals and find the right partners when necessary. Three areas … Continued
Buying a home is a big decision filled with a ton of emotions, concerns, and risks. It isn’t uncommon for buyers to not be entirely honest with their real estate agent, somehow fearing being honest will jeopardize the home purchase. Establishing credibility even when your buyer is shady in Raleigh is important to maintain your … Continued
We live in the information world. Buyers, sellers and everyone in between has access to more information than you think. With the real estate debacle of 2008 having taught everyone a lesson in improving real estate transactions, it is in your best interest to open the hood and show clients what is involved. Here is why honesty … Continued
Being a professional in the real estate market requires gaining the trust of a wide variety of people from other agents to clients and business partners. Trust is rooted in credibility; without it, no one has any confidence that you will follow through as promised. Here are 5 tips to build credibility in the real … Continued
We all want a beautiful, thick, uniform lawn – you know, one that looks like a putting green at one of those televised PGA venues. The problem, though, is that the very things we do to get the lawn we want often wind up doing more damage than good. Here are 6 lawn care mistakes … Continued
You’ve wanted to renovate your cramped, outdated kitchen for ages. And now – finally – you have the funds and the opportunity to do it. So you ask around among your friends and co-workers to find a contractor and then hire the one they recommend – even though you’re not aware that you need to … Continued
Home improvements make your home a better, more pleasant place to live as well as adding to its value. Then, surely, home improvements must be a good thing, right? Generally speaking, yes. There are, however, some home improvements that could turn your neighbors into your enemies in Raleigh. 1. Fixing Drainage Problems There’s a big … Continued
The yearly, frenzied bout of spring cleaning is long over. The hectic schedule of summer activities and social events is winding down. And, now, it’s about time to kick back and enjoy the crisp fall air, the fireplace, the toasted marshmallows, and the long evenings at home. Well, not just yet. There still remain some … Continued
