Ciara

If you've been keeping an eye on the housing market, you've probably heard a lot of mixed messages. Some people say it's a terrible time to buy because of interest rates. Others insist you should wait until rates come down. And if you're a homeowner thinking about selling, you may be wondering why homes aren't flying off the market like they were a few years ago. Our local market isn't bad, it's simply becoming more balanced. Across counties surrounding Fort Bragg, we're seeing buyers take a...

If a buyer backs out in North Carolina, the due diligence fee does not come back. Period. This is the detail that catches buyers off guard. In North Carolina, the due diligence fee is real money with real risk attached. I slow this part down with every buyer because misunderstanding it can cost thousands. This fee is not refundable just because something did not work out. Once you understand when it is lost, when it may be returned, and how it is credited at closing, you can make smart...

Remember the Covid market? Homes were flying off the shelf in less time than it takes to finish a coffee. Buyers were waiving...