Top Reasons to Own a Home!
June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home. Give us a call today at 704-467-8877 to get started with your home search!
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Title Fraud or Deed Theft and Preventative Measures
*Joe Thompson from Black Slaughter & Black guest wrote this blog entry* Recently our office has received inquiries regarding advertisements from companies offering services to protect against home title fraud, also frequently called deed theft. Many do not know what title fraud is, or whether they need to pay a service to guard against it. […]
Interest Rates Hover Near Historic All-Time Lows
Mortgage interest rates have dropped considerably this spring and are hovering at a historically low level! That means that now is the perfect time to buy! If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines of homeownership, now is the time to make a move. Locking in at a low rate today could save you thousands of dollars over […]
2020 Homeowner Wish List
If you’re thinking about selling your home, knowing what buyers are looking for will help you get top dollar for your place!
6 Reasons Why Selling Your House on Your Own is a Mistake
1.Your safety is a priority The Coronavirus pandemic has completely changed the way that homes will be sold. When selling a home on your own, it is hard to control who has access to your home. A real estate agent will have proper protocols in place to protect your belongings, as well as your family’s […]
Boost Your Internet Speeds
Nothing is more irritating than carefully selecting the perfect amount of bandwidth for you and your family just to experience spotty and oftentimes slow internet speeds while at home. And now more than ever, it is crucial that you have a reliable connection while many of us are working and studying at home. Check out […]
U.S. Homeownership Rate Rises to Highest Point in 8 Years!
While the past few months have been scary and uncertain with the Coronavirus pandemic and local & state stay-at-home orders, this time has also put our day to day lives on pause. On another hand, this time has also provided many a sense of comfort in the slowing down of life, and having time to […]
How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place
Just because many of us are in a stay-at-home order doesn’t mean that your home search has to come to a halt. There are many ways to still learn about different neighborhoods, areas, zip codes, etc. from the comfort of your current place! If you need any assistance with your home search, give the Yancey […]
Convert Your Basement Into A Playroom
If you’re a parent, sometimes you need to get a little creative to make sure your little munchkins have enough room to play and do the things they enjoy. When your yard or living room area just isn’t enough, you might consider revamping your basement just for them. Here are a few tips! Keep It […]
Hurry Up and Wait – What If My Closing Is Delayed?
A typical real estate transaction is complicated and has many moving parts. In plainest terms, many parties have to come together, ready and willing to move forward at one time, for a real estate transaction to close. Nearly every aspect of real estate transactions has increased in complexity, and despite advances in technology, delays are […]