In this week’s Tuesday Tally, Melanie Cameron shares the benefits of selling your home during the winter, as well as the Wilmington real estate market stats for the week of 11/29/16. Want a ballpark figure of your home’s market value? You can find out instantly at Wilmington Home Values Online.
When Can I Enter My New Home?
It’s Closing Day and you have the keys to your brand new home. Chances are that you have a lot to get done before you settle in – cleaning, painting, installing, moving – you name it! Even new construction homes need a little bit of prep before you start setting up furniture and filling the kitchen cabinets. So, it’s completely …
Tuesday Tally – Melanie’s Front Porch
In anticipation of the start of school next week, Melanie Cameron brings us this weeks Tuesday Tally once more from her front porch. Learn about market trends this time of year and whether or not now is a good time to list your home! Also, stick around to the very end to get your Wilmington real estate update for the …
Tuesday Tally – The Cameron Home
Melanie Cameron keeps it real by presenting this weeks Tuesday Tally from the front porch of her home. End of summer, between camp and the start of school, is a balancing act for working parents. Try to make the best of it! This too shall pass. Take a moment to get your Wilmington real estate market update for the week …
Should I Have a Home Inspection Completed Before the Appraisal?
When your North Carolina Offer to Purchase is accepted by the seller, you immediately enter into the Due Diligence Period. This is a period of time that you, as the buyer, can investigate certain concerns about the property, have inspections completed, and finalize your financing without fear of losing your earnest money, if you choose to back out of the …
Should I Make Repairs to My Home Before I Get an Offer?
You’re preparing to put your home on the market or it’s already listed, and you’re trying to decide if you should make any repairs. If you’re like most sellers, you want to put in as little money as possible before selling the home, because your goal is to make money off the sale. That’s understandable. After all, you have other …
Should I Request to See Homes Before Talking to a Lender?
You’ve finally reached the point where you feel your personal finances can support a home purchase and you’re anxious to get started on your home search. We know exactly how you feel. We’ve been there ourselves and can practically feel your excitement brimming over! But, wait. Now isn’t the time to be jumping ahead. Like most things, you need to …
When Should I Hire a Realtor?
Purchasing a home can be a confusing process. Do you contact a lender first? Do you contact a Realtor first? Do you start 3, 6, or 9 months in advance? We wish we could give you a straight timeline for when you should start the whole process, but it really depends on your circumstances. If you’re moving due to a …
Don’t Let Shortcuts Delay Your Home Closing
It goes without saying that buying a house is a large investment, but some buyers don’t understand how committed they must be to the process, especially when it’s a couple purchasing. If they’re married or in a serious partnership, chances are that they trust their other half with many things. Otherwise, why would they be in a relationship? Some couples …
5 Tips for Selling Your Home in the Fall and Winter
With the change of seasons comes different challenges that may affect your home’s sale. The fall and winter are some of the most challenging; however, small adjustments, to both your home and your approach, can really improve your chances of selling. Here are 5 tips to for selling your home in the fall and winter: Turn on the lights! During …