Posted by Jacqueline Richards // July 27, 2019
Location, location, location. When you’re in the market to buy or build a home, location is generally one of the top factors. You may want to stay within a certain school district. Or maybe you want to stay close to your job. Once you’ve found your general location/community, you need to think about where […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // July 20, 2019
The Internet has changed the way people shop for homes. According to a recent survey by statistics portal Statista, online websites are the most consulted information channels for home purchases in the United States. 89% of the respondents consulted websites, and 87% consulted real estate agents. The venerable yard sign was the choice for 51% of the […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // July 13, 2019
Homeowners are notorious for thinking their home is better than their neighbor’s, but when you are ready to put your home on the market it’s crucial to be realistic about the competition. If you live in an area where builders are constructing new homes that are similar in style or price range to your own, then […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // July 4, 2019
There’s nothing like diving into a crystal-clear swimming pool on a hot day. To many homeowners and buyers, a pool is a plus—an upscale amenity that will enhance your life and make your home desirable to prospective buyers in the future. But the thought of swimming laps in the privacy of your own backyard may distract you […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // June 28, 2019
The single most important factor to consider when you’re selling a house is that you’ve priced it correctly. You must pick the absolute right price tag based on how much your house is worth if you want it to sell. The Dilemma You don’t want to overprice the house because you’re going to lose the freshness of […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // June 21, 2019
Building your new home is an exciting and at times overwhelming experience, but for your builder it is very routine, which is why you need to be an active participant in all aspects of the home building process to ensure you end up with “YOUR” dream home. Building your new home cannot be a passive […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // June 14, 2019
Custom Home Builders are generally small-volume builders and build one-of-a-kind houses on your land. They may offer design/build services or just general contracting services. They tend to build luxury features in homes, such as taller ceiling height and larger doors and room sizes. The homebuyer can make big changes, like adding another garage, a variety of […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // June 8, 2019
On Monday June 3rd, Wake County approved a 10 % property tax increase. The new property tax rate will be 72.07 cents per $100 of assessed property value, a 6.63-cent or roughly 10.13 percent increase. So what does that mean to you? I love taxes! Said no one ever. Paying taxes is like taking a trip to […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // June 1, 2019
If you’re new to the world of being a landlord, there’s likely a lot of things you have yet to discover. On the surface, purchasing a home or apartment complex can seem like an awesome investment. After all, the cost of the mortgage pales in comparison to potential rental income if you find the right deal. In […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // May 25, 2019
Open houses in real estate are a highly debated topic both by home owners and also real estate professionals. In fact, this article is sure to spark some debate between home owners and also real estate professionals. The truth is that some seller’s will insist that having open houses are something that will sell their […]