Blog Category - Realtors®

Jan 18, 2026 • 14 min read

Pros and Cons of Buying a New Construction Home

There are many pros and cons to buying a new construction home, and its important to understand the whole picture before proceeding. In this article we will dive into all the benefits, drawbacks, and tips we have for buying new construction homes. In 2019, roughly 1.29 million houses began undergoing construction in the U.S. With so many people buying new construction homes its no wonder theres be

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Dec 5, 2020 10 min read

What Is a Mother-in-Law Suite in Real Estate?

Youve likely heard the term Mother-in-Law Suite when searching for Real Estate. Typically, that is followed by prospective buyers asking what is a mother-in-law suite in real estate Additional questions we will answer within this article So what are mother-in-law suitesAre there different types ofMother-in-Lawsuites and what exactly are they How much doMother-in-Law suites cost to build Do they a

Nov 29, 2020 9 min read

Should I Sell or Rent My House?

One of the most common questions we field as a real estate company is should I sell or rent my house Homeowners in the United States account for68 percentof the total population in the country. Homeownership brings a sense of satisfaction and freedom. However, there comes a time when leaving your home becomes the only option. Maybe, you need a larger home, you are relocating, or perhaps, you just

Nov 19, 2020 9 min read

How Do Mortgage Lenders Make Money?

Have you ever wondered about the business of mortgages More specifically how mortgage lenders make moneyIf you have, we will answer that question within this article though it may be a bit more complicated than what you may think on the surface Theres a lot that goes into helping buyers secure mortgages to buy homes. Most mortgage lenders derive their pay from mortgage fees. However, thats not th

Nov 11, 2020 10 min read

How Much Money Does It Cost to Build a House?

Wondering how much money it costs to build a house Youre not alone. Owning a house has always been a big part of the American dream, and building one can be fun There were6.8 million single-family homesbuilt between 2009 and 2019, including 1.53 million custom homes. Are you considering building your own home If so, its easy to get caught up in the possibilities. There are so many options and you

Nov 9, 2020 7 min read

5 Takeaways: What Does Pending Mean in Real Estate?

What Does Pending Mean in Real EstateHere are 5 key takeaways that can help you understand what a pending status means when looking at homes for sale online. If you arrived at this blog post you have likely been searching home listings and come across a few whose status read as pending or contingent Maybe youre interested in a home thats listed aspendingand are wondering if you can still make an

Oct 26, 2020 9 min read

7 Takeaways: Selling and Buying a Home During a Divorce

In North Carolina, thedivorce rate in 2018was 8.6 for every 1,000 people. This is a decrease from 10.1 per 1,000 the state reported 10 years ago. Despite the decline, the chance of divorce is a possibility in every marriage. When getting a divorce one of the largest assets to be dealt with is the family home. Options include one party buying out the other or selling the home and dividing the proc

Oct 26, 2020 10 min read

Here's The Truth: Is a Real Estate Agent Worth the 6% Commission?

Is a Real Estate Agent worth thereal estate commission When youre ready to buy or sell,paying a Realtor to help can go a long way in helping you walk away with the highest dollar amount in your pocket, even after the Realtor gets paid These are common questions to ask your real estate agent that have fairly straightforward answers. When you consider that, in the US alone, 5.34 million homeswere s

Feb 21, 2018 11 min read

7 Common Mistakes Buyers Make When Buying a Home

A lot of first time home buyers make mistakes when they are looking for a home to buy. It happens to everyone. Very rarely do these processes run smoothly. You will come across some extremely stressful times when you are searching for a home, but dont let them scare you Are you moving to Charlotte, NC We want to make sure that your move here is swift and pleasant, not stressful. Start your resear