Key Takeaway: Closing costs are a part of every real estate sale There are many variables that determine the price of closing costs Ask your local real estate expert for specifics about closing costs When you’re buying or selling a home, it’s important to understand what closing costs entail. Closing costs are expenses and fees […]
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The Silver Lining for Homebuyers in the Wake of Bank Collapses
How recent financial events could lead to significant savings on your dream home In the ever-changing world of finance and real estate, sometimes the unexpected can lead to new opportunities. The recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and a few other regional banks might seem like bad news, but it could actually present a golden […]
Simple Ways to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Key Takeaways: Curb appeal is an important part of selling your home You can improve your home’s curb appeal without a professional Contact us to see how improving your home’s curb appeal can help it sell Despite what the phrase suggests, you don’t actually need to have a curb to improve your home’s “curb appeal.” […]
Homebuying Tips for the Spring Real Estate Market
Key Takeaways: Get your best mortgage rate with a better credit score When you find a property you love, make an offer Don’t wait—contact us and start planning your move today! The spring real estate market looks different for homebuyers in 2023 than in previous years. With recent changes to interest rates, available inventory, home […]
Tom Hranicka Joins NC 12 Realty
NC 12 Realty is pleased to announce Tom Hranicka as a Senior Associate Broker. Tom brings a wealth of experience to the company, having begun his real estate sales career on Hatteras Island after moving here from the Baltimore-Washington area in the spring of 1991. For more than 30 years, Tom Hranicka has been a […]
Get Ready for a Busy Spring 2023 Real Estate Market
Key Takeaways: The spring real estate market is going to be busy Lower mortgage rates mean increased competition Get ready to succeed this spring—contact us today! The spring real estate market starts to shake things up after the quieter winter season, and this year is no exception. With mortgage rates cooling off from last year’s […]
How to Get Your Home Ready to Sell in 2023
Key Takeaways: Sell your home faster with these easy repair and design tips Minor improvements can make a big difference Contact us to sell your home for top dollar in 2023 Thinking about selling your home in 2023? Your property’s interior and exterior look and feel have a direct impact on the final sale price […]
2023 Elevator Safety Requirements for Hatteras Island Homeowners
Weston’s Law was enacted to set safety requirements for elevators in some short-term residential properties, which Governor Cooper signed in House Bill 619 in July of 2022. The law went into effect on October 1, 2022, and is designed to prevent injury or death caused by gaps in some elevators between the elevator car door […]
What’s Ahead in the 2023 Real Estate Market Forecast
Key Takeaways: There’s goods news on the horizon in 2023 for home buyers and sellers Look for shifts when it comes to home prices, inventory, and interest rates Make a smart move by contacting us today to plan and strategize! The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in an era of unprecedented milestones in the housing market. From […]