If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing the word inflation a lot. Investopedia explains that during a period of high inflation, prices rise across the board from gas to milk. And there are several factors are contributing to inflation with the biggest being the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. But a lot of Americans could work remotely and didn’t need to spend on, say, takeout lunches at the office, commuting and parking, dry cleaning, and other expenses. So companies on the supply side of those goods and services needed to charge more since ..read more

So you want to enjoy the holiday season and ring in the New Year in your current home, and sell later? That’s completely understandable! But that doesn’t mean you can’t be productive and start preparing your home now, so when it’s the right time, you’re ready! I always tell potential home sellers to prioritize their steps to success (see below) and do a little at a time. Home preparation is the key to attracting the most buyers and getting top dollar! Steps to Success Let’s make a plan together! It’s never too early to contact me. I’m here to provide you with the guidance and strategies for ..read more

You may be in the thick of holiday festivities – hanging decorations, buying gifts at holiday markets, baking cookies for parties, and might think that you should hold off and wait to buy a new home in the spring.  Well think again! Here’s what home buyers need to know about buying a new home this holiday season especially as we move into the spring craziness. Plus I offer my tried and true home buying strategies that can help win you the deal! What should home buyers expect this holiday season? Good news! Interest rates are still record low and you can afford more now!  Although as ..read more

Top Holiday Safety Tips for You and Your Home It’s that time of year when the “hustle and bustle” of the holidays begins in full force. You may feel like your to-do lists for decorating, shopping, and baking will never end! But homeowners should be aware of and be prepared for any unique hazards that tend to come up at this time of year.   This helpful guide, I’ll show you how to keep your holiday from being “bah-humbug” to more “deck the halls” with these holiday-specific safety tips! Roasting Chestnuts Over an Open Fire… Place a screen around your fireplace to prevent sp ..read more

Not just in the Raleigh Durham area, but nationwide the 2021 housing market has been red hot this year, reaching record levels where sellers have been in the drivers seat. But what about the historically slow period during Thanksgiving through January? Here’s what you need to know about the current state of the housing market as we move into the holiday season and I offer home seller strategies especially if you or anyone you know has been thinking of selling now.  What should sellers expect this holiday season? Good news! Even as the holiday season approaches, there are plenty of buyers ..read more

What is a Home Warranty and Do I Really Need One? There’s a common misconception that your homeowner’s insurance will cover any unexpected repairs; however, this is not always the case. You may want to consider adding a home warranty plan as well.  Read on to learn more about the pros and cons of home warranties and whether it’s something that will fit your particular needs and budget. So let’s dive in deeper. What’s a home warranty then? It’s a policy where your home’s main systems or appliances will be covered for repair work. It’s usually purchased through a home warranty company. A ho ..read more

Given the past year of bidding wars and prices soaring, many potential buyers and sellers are wondering what the home prices will be like in 2022.  Will they be keep rising, level out, or even go down? Should I sell now or continue to wait? Or should I buy now or should I keep waiting? So while we begin to make holiday plans, let’s also jump into the future.  If you or anyone you know have been thinking of buying or selling a home, you are probably wondering what home prices will look like next year. If prices are going to increase, buying now and then waiting to sell your exist ..read more

When you’re selling your home, the goal is clearly to get the most money you can for it—not just price, but more importantly, the net proceeds in your pocket.    With the Raleigh Durham area market as hot as it is right now, many people think they can save money by selling “off-market” and/or without an agent involved.  Trust me, I completely get why people think that not paying agent commission would mean “saving” money, especially now with the market the way it is.       Side note: there’s no “standard” real estate agent commission. Everything is agent/fir ..read more