Archive for February, 2011

How to determine if a property is in a flood plain

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

If you are wondering if your property or a property you are considering purchasing is located in a flood plain, then here is some information to help you.
For North Carolina Flood Maps, visit: http://www.ncfloodmaps.com.

Start by clicking anywhere on the map.
Type in the address of the property where indicated by Am I at risk for flooding?
Click the [...]

First time home buyers - 8 Steps to Buying a Home

Tuesday, February 8th, 2011

First Time Home Buyers, thinking about getting into the game of home ownership but not sure where to start? 
Here are the 8 Steps to Buying a Home.  We hope this gives you an overview of the steps and questions you need to work through as you start thinking about purchasing a home. 
Step 1: Decide to buy- Do [...]

Why your home may not be selling - Is your home in, out, or in no man’s land?

Friday, February 4th, 2011

If your home is currently for sale or if you are thinking about selling your home in the near future, check out this great video on the two key factors for getting your home sold - make sure your home is IN and not sitting in No Man’s Land.

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Wondering if that neighborhood is right for you?

Tuesday, February 1st, 2011

Potential buyers should scout the neighborhood of interest in person.

Talk to people who live there.
Drive through the entire area at different times of the day, during the week, and on weekends.
Look carefully at how well other homes in the area are being maintained—are they painted; are the yards well cared for; are parked cars in [...]