It’s not likely that you want to know the statistics for foreclosures in North Carolina alone when you have finally decided to invest in real estate properties in the area. Of course, you would like to know the types of properties in the first place and you would like to know as well if these properties can be expected to raise its value in years to come.

A Carolina multiple listing service that is reliable should be able to provide you with that information. It should categorically list all the properties according to types of properties, towns, or maybe even the total area.
On the other hand, if you are the seller, you should look for the same dependable multiple listing service that would give you the chance to project the best that your property can offer to the buying audience.

They say real estate is now down and everyone’s closing down. You might think it’s difficult to find Realtor leads at this time. But when you are a real entrepreneur at heart, you would know how to make a leap of faith. Invest in home foreclosures at this time of economic slump and you can get the best options of multi-million properties sold for $225,000 only.

You can go check among the different locations and find the best of homes that you can invest in. Whether it is a duplex, an apartment, a log home, or a bungalow, you can have the best type of home or real estate property that would fit the needs of many types of individuals.

Throughout the whole country of the United States, Raleigh is considered to have one of the most competitive markets in the real estate. It serves as the capital city of North Carolina and is known as the second largest in the state. It s industrial base is mainly composed of medical, electronic, and telecommunications equipment. With such a highly developed city, there is probably no reason not to live in this exciting city.
But then, before you try and move into the city, it would be best if you take much consideration on the Raleigh Real Estate. You also won’t have to bother yourself looking for comprehensive information about the country’s real estate as the internet gets to provide it all for you. Whether you are looking for a nice cool house to get you a good start or a reliable realtor to help you get through all the deals and paperwork in buying a new home, the internet provides various sites that deliver these kinds of information.

It’s Monday morning and I feel awful.  I hate to admit it but I wish I had a 9-5 job today.  I’ve been battling the flu for 4 days now and I think the flu is winning!  I’m the worst at allowing myself a day off just to rest.  I feel guilty when I know home buyers have questions, my listings and sellers want answers and feedback on showings.  Ughh…I just want to hide and climb into bed.  Someone bring me some tea, my laptop, a few movies and maybe a popsicle or two.  I just want to take a nap and veg.

Anyone else know what this is like? 

Should Realtors have the option of telling clients this?  Sorry, I’m not coming into work today.  I’m sick, call me tomorrow!  Now don’t misunderstand me.  The Raleigh market is buzzing and homes are for sale everywhere, but I don’t want to be that person who passes the flu along to a first time home buyer or someone’s children.

I hope everyone else is enjoying this cool breezy Monday.  I’m going to suffer through, serve my buyers needs and find them some great deals, online!  I’ll email and answer calls but don’t expect to see me on the streets quite yet.  I’m going to make sure I’m feeling better before I jump into the car and show a house or two.

The first time home buyer rush is on but I'm seeing an interesting trend already.  We still have several weeks to find homes and make the cutoff for the $8000 tax credit deadline by November 30th. 

BUT…What if you can't find a home you like??      

If you’re thinking it’s a buyers market, you’re right and wrong all in the same thought.  Yes, there are tons of homes available but they may not meet your criteria.  The homes that are available might be distressed or short sales.  Those are going to be a tight squeeze to close by November 30^th.

I have some buyers looking under $125,000 in multiple areas of Raleigh, Knightdale, Wake Forest and Eastern Wake County but there aren’t many homes available.  If a nice home in good condition hits the market…it’s gone in a few days!   Buyers need to move quickly and have a Realtor/Agent who is accessible to set appointments on short notice.  Customer Service is more important than ever.  Deadlines need to be met and contracts need to be clean.

Mortgage lenders have new guidelines and disclosure rules have changed the days of a QUICK closing into a 30-45 day time line.

So, if you’re thinking about buying and earning yourself some extra cash…get off the fence!  It’s time to act and do it fast!  Someone else just saw the home you may want to buy…