If you have dogs, cats, or other pets in your home, you probably consider them to be part of your family. And if you’re thinking about making a move soon, that means you’ll want to take their needs into consideration, too. Here’s our ultimate guide to finding the perfect place you and your furry friend […]
How the Pandemic Changed Real Estate in the Triangle
As businesses reopen and restrictions are lifted, life slowly begins to return to normal here in the Triangle. Real estate, too, is returning to its summer swing, after a slower-than-anticipated spring season. However, the pandemic changed real estate, and some of those changes just might stick around. Ways the COVID-19 Pandemic Changed Real Estate The […]
Buying a Home? Here’s Why You Should Search Sold Data
If you’re planning on buying a home in the coming weeks or months, you’ve probably already started searching homes for sale, possibly on a site like Zillow or through an agent’s search. That’s a good place to start, but you might want to search sold data, too. Here’s why. Search Sold Data to Get the […]
15 Home Selling Terms to Add to Your Vocabulary
Even if you’ve sold a home before, deciphering real estate jargon can still seem impossible. There’s a lot of unique terminology you should know if you want to make the most of your sale, which means it’s crucial to be well-versed in some of the most common home selling terms before you list. If you’re […]
The Pros and Cons of Living in a Neighborhood with an HOA
As you search for your next home, you’ll probably encounter more than a few neighborhoods that have their own homeowners associations. Often abbreviated as HOAs, these groups usually consist of a few elected residents, although they may also be run by an outside management company or developer. While they tend to get a bad rap, […]
Here’s Why School Districts Are Important When Buying a Home
If you have school-aged children, good schools might already be a pretty big factor in your home search. After all, you want your kids to get a quality—and preferably not overly expensive—education, right? But what if you don’t have kids? Actually, school districts are important when buying, even if you don’t or won’t have children. […]
Keep Your Home Ready to Show with These 4 Tips
Here’s Why You Should Buy a Home in the Triangle of NC
There are more than a few perks to living in the Triangle area of North Carolina—big-city living means endless opportunity, and yet, the small-town suburban feel of this big city also provides plenty of peace, privacy, and quiet. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to launch your career, a place to retire, or something in between, […]
Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter: Which Home Buying Season Is Best?
You’ve probably heard that spring and summer are the best seasons for home buying. After all, there’s more inventory on the market, and the warm weather is ideal for showings. However, the ongoing global health crisis has shattered the idea of the “peak home buying season” and left many potential buyers wondering if now is […]
Three Lesser-Known Durham Parks You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
Durham, NC is an amazing place to live, and one reason is its abundance of parks and scenic outdoor areas. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful spot for a picnic or somewhere to take your mountain bike on an adventure, you’ll find plenty of options throughout the Triangle. Need recommendations? Check out these lesser-known Durham […]