I recently asked my followers to contribute to a survey of their favorite foodie restaurants in the Triangle. I was not looking for chain restaurants with food shipped in frozen on trucks. To be nominated, the restaurant had to fit at least one of the following … [Read more...] about Triangle Foodie Destinations
5 Things Buyers Do that Cost Them Money
Good morning, friends! This is Ellen Pitts your Raleigh and Cary area Realtor! Today we’re talking about 5 things buyers do that cost them money. These home buyer mistakes are things you do not want to have on your buying a house checklist. We’re talking about it right now so stick around to learn … [Read more...] about 5 Things Buyers Do that Cost Them Money
How long does it take to sell a house?
How long does it take to sell a house? How long do you want it to take? Most people want to spend as little time with their home on the market, and for good reason. Let's face it, it's inconvenient! All those people traipsing through your house! But, the amount of time your home is open … [Read more...] about How long does it take to sell a house?
Financial Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home
Buying a new home is really exciting. At least it is until you hit a bump in the home buying process. Once you're under contract for a home and you're working through all the inspections and repairs, it's easy to forget about maintaining your financial profile. But even after getting your loan … [Read more...] about Financial Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home
Haunted Houses and 5 Other Laws of Disclosure
In most states, there are laws about what you must and must not disclose to a buyer when selling your home. In the state of North Carolina, if a property is listed in the MLS anything that is a Material Fact must be disclosed by the listing agent. If you are unsure if this is the case in … [Read more...] about Haunted Houses and 5 Other Laws of Disclosure
3 Remedies to a Low Home Appraisal
What is an Appraisal? Appraisals are different than home valuations which are done by the real estate agent before listing a home on the market. An appraisal is done by an appraiser licensed through the North Carolina Appraisal Board and is a much more in depth process than many Realtors use … [Read more...] about 3 Remedies to a Low Home Appraisal
3 Tips to Make Your Home Feel Like a Model
Don’t Underestimate the power of lighting After you've lived in a home a while, the light fixtures, so meticulously chosen when the home was built, can seem to fade away into the background. But what all good designers know and what builders incorporate into their model homes, is beautiful … [Read more...] about 3 Tips to Make Your Home Feel Like a Model
5 Things to Know Before Starting Your Urban Farm
For those who haven't farmed before, it's easy to daydream about raising your own chickens or milk goats on your quintessential urban farm. But before you purchase your first livestock, check these important guidelines to make sure you don't find yourself paying costly fines or, worse, being forced … [Read more...] about 5 Things to Know Before Starting Your Urban Farm
