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How To Fight Your Higher Property Taxes
’s what you need to know about Wake County property tax increases.If you own a home in Wake County, your home’s tax value has recently been reassessed for 2024. Are you wondering what this means for your upcoming tax bills? Today, I’ll cover the latest tax assessment for Wake County…
2-1 Buydowns Explained: The Key To Housing Affordability
In this housing market, there’s one thing on everyone’s minds: affordability. Ever since interest rates increased, purchasing a home has become much more expensive for most buyers. To make things even worse, we haven’t seen a massive price correction like some experts predicted. In an environment with high home prices…
Unlock Savings: The Buyer’s Guide To Lower Interest Rates
When it comes to buying a home or financing a major purchase, one of the most critical factors to consider is the interest rate on your loan—it can significantly impact your mortgage and your monthly payments. Fortunately, there are several strategies that buyers can employ to lower their interest rates…
Navigating Seller Closing Costs: What Every Home Seller Should Know
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIMTBh6uqh4What you need to know to help you better prepare for a successful sale.When it comes to real estate transactions, both sellers and buyers are responsible for certain closing costs. Today, we’ll break down the typical closing costs sellers can expect to encounter when selling their home. Understanding these costs…
Your Path to Homeownership: Key Strategies for Buying Your Dream Home
Are you embarking on the exciting journey of finding your dream home? The process can be both exhilarating and challenging. To enhance your prospects of landing your dream property, consider these three crucial tips that not only empower you but also make you an appealing buyer in the eyes of…
Understanding Mortgage Rates: Why Waiting Might Not Pay Off
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlZZM4LxMg8This is why homebuyers shouldn’t wait for interest rates to drop. Are you waiting to buy a home? If you’re delaying your home purchase due to current interest rates, be aware that you might be waiting longer than expected. The rates seen in 2021, which dropped below 3%, are unlikely to…
What Sellers Need To Know About Appraisals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAPJz5_glGIAnswering three common questions about appraisals to prepare sellers.Are you thinking about selling your home? If so, how exciting! This process means a fresh start and new beginnings. However, before you list your property, it is important that you completely understand appraisals. An appraisal is an opinion of value, where…
The 4 Main Areas Home Inspectors Have To Check
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-R8p6x4hFz0The four areas that inspectors typically check during home inspections.Do you know what things a home inspector looks for when they visit a property? Home inspectors will investigate every nook and cranny from the foundation to the roof to find anything that might affect the property’s value. Here are the…