Latest Housing Trends That May Surprise You
When most people think about housing trends, they think about wall colors, cabinet styles and materials. As lives become more complicated, priorities shift and the definition of family has changed significantly. In response to these shifts in society, the housing trends change and adapt. The economic situation for many homeowners has also caused adjustment to […]
Make Moving Easy with these 10 Ideas
Near or far, there’s no short of challenges when it comes to moving. Between organizing an entire household, changing addresses and vetting out movers, relocating to a new home can be more hectic than happy. And the biggest stressor of all? Packing. To help alleviate some of that stress, we’ve compiled a list of clever […]
Finding the Perfect Dog Friendly Community
If you are “owned” by a dog, then you know how important it is to have the perfect home for your four legged friend. Everything from the number of stairs to a fenced back yard can come into play when looking for the ideal home for your furry family members. Most homes can be modified […]
Looking for an Active Lifestyle During Retirement?
When thinking about retirement, choosing a location can be an overwhelming decision. How do you narrow down the choices?The very best place to retire for you might be on a beach…or in the mountains…or near family…or in the same house you’ve lived in for years. It’s a personal decision that no one else can make […]
The History of the Cape Fear River Pilots
Since Europeans first viewed the area, the river known ominously as the Cape Fear has been vital to the fortunes of both buccaneers and businessmen. History shows it was the pirate Stede Bonnet – by most accounts a poor sailor who already had been convicted as a pirate and pardoned – who may have realized […]
How to Live in Staged Surroundings
It’s no secret staging has become synonymous with selling a home. A staged home can boost perceived value by as much as 10 percent, according to listing agents surveyed in the National Association of REALTORS. Staging is so effective, in fact, it may influence a buyer to bid above asking price. It can be challenging […]
New Survey Finds Like-Kind Exchanges Promote Jobs and Economic Growth
Real Estate like-kind exchanges are an important vehicle for disposing of and acquiring properties and support the nation’s financial growth, job creation and economy, according to a new report from the National Association of REALTORS. The Like-kind Exchanges: Real Estate Market Perspectives 2015 survey of NAR’s commercial and residential members found that real estate investors […]
Average Rate on a 30 Year Mortgage Edges Up According to Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates are looking stable amid an improving housing market, with Freddie Mac’s latest survey showing that lenders were offering 30 year fixed rate home loans this week at an average interest rate of 4.02 percent, up from 4 percent a week ago. The results of this weekly survey say that the average for a […]