If you step outside on a cool October afternoon, you might just smell some pumpkin spice and freshly picked apples wafting through the air. That can only mean one thing: Halloween is just around the corner! And while this ghoulish holiday delights both kids and kids-at-heart, it also creates interesting staging opportunities for home sellers. […]
What Increasing Home Prices Mean for Today’s Buyers and Sellers
Wake County Real Estate Sales Increase at All Price Points
Shutdowns earlier this year led to much uncertainty, particularly in the real estate market. Many wondered if 2020 would bring about another housing crash, like the 2008 housing bubble burst. But actually, Wake County real estate has been very active this summer. Sales Increase Across Wake County Real Estate An analysis of the July 2020 […]
These 4 Negotiating Tips Can Help You Sell for Top Dollar
Receiving your first offer is one of the most exciting parts of selling your home. And while it might seem like the hard work is finally over, the negotiation process is actually just getting started. Even in a seller’s market, negotiating with a buyer can require quite a bit of time, skill, and guidance from […]
Tips for Working from Home (Productively)
Working from home may seem like a dream come true, and for many of us that dream came true earlier this year. Companies across the nation have sent employees home to work to prevent the spread of COVID-19—but staying focused while working from home can be a little tricky! How to Stay Focused & Productive […]
Prepare for a Hot End-of-Summer Real Estate Market
When businesses nationwide closed in early 2020 to prevent the spread of COVID-19, many feared the real estate market would see a collapse akin to the housing bubble burst of 2008. But instead, buyer demand soared, prices rose, and the end-of-summer real estate market has been quite robust, especially for home sellers. Want to Take […]
Buyer Beware: 6 Red Flags That Could Spell Trouble for Homebuyers
Picture this: you’ve found a seemingly perfect home in just the right neighborhood. It has every single one of your must-haves, plenty of space, and even all of the features you want. But on the tour, your agent spots a few big problems, like a crack in the foundation or signs of water damage. Should […]
How to Handle Getting Multiple Offers on Your Home
If you’re thinking about listing your home, you’ve probably heard that we’re in a seller’s market right now. As inventory dwindles and buyer interest intensifies, it’s not uncommon to see properties sell just hours after they’re listed, sometimes even tens of thousands above their original asking price. This may seem like an ideal scenario, but […]
6 Tips for First-Time Sellers
When it comes to selling your home, it’s hard to know what to expect until you’ve gone through the process yourself. Want to get started on the right foot? Here are a few of our top tips geared towards helping first-time sellers maximize their profit and move fast! Here’s What All First-Time Sellers Should Know […]