What to Know About Fireplace Care and Maintenance
December 10, 2018
Don't sneeze with a match in your hand! Safely lighting a fireWhen starting a fire, open the fireplace doors and place your kindling, logs and newspaper inside. Open the damper and a window a couple of inches. Always open a window when lighting a fire to encourage the smoky air to go up the chimney. Light a match ...
November 2018 Middle Tennessee Real Estate Update
December 10, 2018
In the Middle Tennessee area of Manchester, TN; the number of home sales is up 15% from last year to date. Even with limited inventory, not only the number of sales, but the sales price is increasing. Average home prices for 2018 are up 10% vs. 2017 year to date. Thinking of purchasing a home or selling yours? ...
Interest rate trends for 2019, a look into your future mortgage..
December 10, 2018
While all mortgage rates depend on buyer’s credit, down payment amount, type of loan, and more, they do reflect the overall market levels. At the beginning of 2018 mortgage interest rates averaged around 4.08%. Mortgage rates in 2018 have averaged around 4.38% totals, with the average 30 year loan around 4.93%. There is some split ...
Selling a Home in the Winter
December 10, 2018
Real estate is a year round activity. However, there are some advantages, as well as disadvantages, when trying to sell in the winter months. Pros of selling a home in the winter: There are more motivated buyers. If a buyer is out looking in the cold, snow, and shorter days, then they are serious buyers. ...
How How Do You Empower Women In Commercial Real Estate?
December 09, 2018
Written: Apr 18, 2018, 09:00amPost written by: Susan Tjarksen / Forbes Real Estate Council CommunityVoiceRetrieved on 12/09/2018 from: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesrealestatecouncil/2018/04/18/how-do-you-empower-women-in-commercial-real-estate/#7cd553c05cf7How do we empower women in commercial real estate? How do we help elevate women, support working mothers and encourage female entrepreneurialism in this industry? I was recently discussing these issues on a panel at Harvard’s Real Estate ...
2008 Vs. Now: Are Owners Using Their Homes As ATMs Again?
December 07, 2018
Over the last six years, we have experienced strong price appreciation which has increased home equity levels dramatically. As the number of “cash-out” refinances begins to approach numbers last seen during the crash, some are afraid that we may be repeating last decade’s mistake.However, a closer look at the numbers shows that homeowners are being much ...
The Cherohala Skyway
December 07, 2018
There are many things that may affect soneone's decision when considering an area to relocate. We have one in our area. The skyway was dedicated in 1996, and is over 40 miles long. The name Cherohala was derived from 2 national forest names. The Southern Cherokee National Forest, TN., and the Nantahala National Forest, N.C. They connect ...
Charlotte NC Home Selling Mistakes – and How to Avoid Them
December 05, 2018
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty When you’ve decided to sell your Charlotte home, did you brace yourself for future concerns and challenges? The travails of many home sellers are well-documented online, and if you happen to be fond of reading about it, it can be easy to be overwhelmed by it all. No wonder many ...
Where Are Interest Rates Headed in 2019?
December 05, 2018
The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment. The higher the rate, the greater the payment will be. That is why it is important to know where rates are headed when deciding to start your home search.Below is a chart created using Freddie Mac’s U.S. Economic & ...
5 Simple Ways to Cut Heating Costs
December 04, 2018
5 Simple Ways to Cut Heating Costs Every year the debate is the same. Some of your friends and colleagues are going on and on about how much they hate winter. You, being the positive thinker in the group, say how much you love it! Bring on the snow, you say! I applaud your winning attitude! The world ...
Secrets For a Stress Free Purchase
December 04, 2018
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FHA One-Time Close Construction Loan Rules
December 03, 2018
What do borrowers need to know about FHA One-Time Close construction loans? There are two very important areas to keep in mind. One involves the lender’s specific requirements to qualify for this single-close construction loan, and the other involves FHA loan rules.The two are not always identical and this is something to be aware of when going ...
How to Create a Savings Budget for Buying a Second Home Make Sure You're Financially Ready to Buy a Second Home •••
December 03, 2018
How to Create a Savings Budget for Buying a Second HomeMake Sure You're Financially Ready to Buy a Second Home•••BY REBECCA LAKE Updated July 25, 2018Buying a second home takes some financial planning first, starting with creating a savings budget. Your first home-buying experience may have taught you that you'll need cash for a ...
Determining if You're Ready for the Commitment of Buying a Home
December 02, 2018
Determining if You're Ready for the Commitment of Buying a HomeBuying a house is a big commitment, so before you start house hunting and comparing mortgage rates, take the time to examine your current situation and how it could change in the future.Ask yourself:Are you planning on any major life changes, like changing jobs or starting a ...
A Checklist for Home Inspections
December 02, 2018
A Checklist for Home InspectionsDid Your Home Inspector Check the Essentials?SharePinEmail•••BY ELIZABETH WEINTRAUB Updated July 07, 2018Homebuyers have it drilled into their heads that they must have home inspections but what does a home inspection report disclose? Homebuyers are often in the dark about home construction and its components so it should come ...
BEAUTIFUL TENNESSEE LIVING!
December 01, 2018
Live year round in your own Tennessee Wooded Retreat, 4.13 acres.Design typical of a mountain chalet - open great room with fireplace - open kitchen - windows let in natural life and adds a frame of the outside - when viewing the natural habitat and animals. Three bedroom home., three full bathrooms.The owner suite is at ...
Hurricanes and Home Insurance
December 01, 2018
Hurricanes and home insurance damage questions and answers: Don't wait until you are in the middle of a hurricane to obtain insurance as you will be unhappily surprised. Once a tropical storm or hurricane watch or warning has been issued, insurance companies will not allow homeowners to obtain new or additional insurance coverage. Hurricane season which ...
Baby its Cold Outside
November 29, 2018
If you are like many people, winter is the time to stay in your pajamas by the fire watching The Hallmark Channel. Oh how I wish that were true for my life, but the reality of it is, winter time is a great time to buy a home. Many buyers have become frustrated with the market. Recent losses of ...
To splurge or to buy?
November 28, 2018
Decking the halls and roasting chestnuts on an open fire are perfect ways to get in the holiday spirit. If you are a homeowner looking to buy a home in the near future, you can rest comfortably knowing you can still enjoy your holiday season without turning into the Grinch! Nowadays, most involved in Christmas know what an expensive ...
Preparing your home for winter!
November 27, 2018
WinterDecember☐ Inspect, and possibly change out HVAC filters☐ Clean kitchen sink disposal☐ Clean range hood filters☐Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)January☐ Inspect, and possibly change out HVAC filters☐ Clean kitchen sink disposal☐ Clean range hood filters☐Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)February☐ Inspect, and possibly change out HVAC filters☐ Clean kitchen sink disposal☐ Clean range hood filters☐Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)Quarterly☐ Test smoke/carbon monoxide detectors☐ ...
Best Time to Purchase
November 27, 2018
When is the Best Time to Buy a HomeData points to the first week of fall nationally, but each local market has its quirksAccording to realtor.com data, the last week of September could be the best time to begin a search and start closing down on a property. Historically, buyers are likely to see more balanced conditions early ...
What You Should Really Know About Browsing for Homes Online
November 19, 2018
Quickshare:FacebookTwitterEmailWhat You Should Really Know About Browsing for Homes OnlineBy: HouseLogicPublished: February 27, 2018It’s fun! It’s exciting! It’s important to take everything with a grain of salt! Oh, let’s just admit it, shall we? Browsing for homes online is a window shopper’s Shangri-La. The elegantly decorated rooms, the sculpted gardens, the colorful front ...
11 Thanksgiving Fun Facts You'll Want To Share On Turkey Day
November 19, 2018
1. Historians are not actually certain if turkey was eaten at the First Thanksgiving in 1621.Not only that, but the 1st Thanksgiving meal turkey may not have actually been served. The "fowling" they ate that day could have been other birds like "ducks, geese and swans," which were also regularly eaten in the area....
$15,000.00
November 16, 2018
You could receive a $15,000 grant to help you buy a home anywhere in the counties of Cabarrus, Gaston, Mecklenburg, Rowan and Union counties. If you qualify as active military, veteran or eligible surivng spouse, law enforcement, firefighter, emergency medical technicians, or teacher, you may be eligible to receive an additional $2500 for a total grant amount of ...
Role of the Realtor
November 15, 2018
A REALTOR, whether acting as an agent for the Seller or the Buyer, is bound by the Code of Ethics to give fair and honest treatment to all parties in the transactionThe goal of the REALTOR and the buyer is to find a property which meets the buyer’s needs, within his/her budget and time frame and bring the ...
