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6 Tips for Buying and Managing Your First Investment Property
Thinking about your first investment property? Discover 6 essential tips for buying and managing a rental property, including financing, cash flow, tenant considerations, and long-term strategy to help new real estate investors build success with confidence.

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Features Your New Home Must Have for Entertaining Guests
Explore the top features your new home should have to entertain guests in style, from open layouts to outdoor spaces and modern amenities.

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Why You Need an Accurate Appraisal of Your Home's Value
If you’re familiar with real estate terminology, you’ve heard of appraisals. An appraisal is a way to determine the current value of houses or other properties. No matter what kind of real estate transaction you’re considering, getting an appraisal before you close the deal is vital. Read on to learn more from EXP Realty about home appraisals. Why Is an Appraisal Important? Performed by licensed professionals, appraisals protect mortgage lenders and buyers alike.

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Raleigh, NC Housing Market Trends & Forecast 2022
Explore Raleigh, NC housing market trends and the 2022 forecast. Learn how home prices, inventory, demand, and interest rates shaped the local real estate market and what buyers and sellers needed to know to make informed decisions.

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20227 min read


Rapid Rise in Mortgage Rates Stalls
The rapid rise in Mortgage Rates stall, see why in this informative Blog post

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20222 min read


Mortgage demand is now roughly half of what it was a year ago
Total mortgage application volume was 52.7% lower last week than the same week one year ago, according to the Mortgage Bankers...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20221 min read


Make a Work-Related Move Simple With This Guide
Photo via Pexels By Paul Denikin This article provides a guide for a job-based relocation that makes the process as smooth and...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Can You Put Offers on Multiple Houses?
ismagilov/iStock Can you put offers on multiple houses? It’s a valid question to ask—especially if you’re in search of your dream home....

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Conquer the “Big Three” before You Buy Your Next Home
Photo Copyright : xixinxing / 123rf.com Buying a home is one of the biggest and most important financial decisions you make. Therefore,...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Buy a Fixer-Upper or New Construction: What’s the Better Decision?
So, you’ve recently decided to buy your first home. First of all—Congratulations! We know you’ve been working hard to pay your credit...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20224 min read


How Important is Your Credit Score when Moving up to a Larger Home?
You worked hard six or seven years ago to pay off your loans, pay down your credit cards, and save up a down payment ...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


3 Ways You Sabotage Getting the Lowest Interest Rate
Image Copyright : Andriy Popov / 123rf.com Getting the Lowest Interest Rate It’s easy to get so caught up in saving for a down payment...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


6 Things You Need to Do before Joining an HOA (and 4 Things Once You’re in)
You’ve finally landed that raise, your kids are getting a little older, and you’re ready to move on up! Better than the east side, you’re...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20224 min read


You Need to Know the Top 4 Reasons Contracts are Falling Apart
Learn the top 4 reasons real estate contracts are falling apart and how buyers and sellers can avoid costly mistakes. From financing and inspections to appraisal and contingencies, discover what can derail a home sale and how to stay on track.

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20225 min read


Buy Your Dream Home in Time for the Holidays
Photo Copyright: alexmaster / 123RF.com The holidays are one of the most hectic times of the year. You know that. But few life events...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Save Money and Skip These 3 Home Updates
Every renter has something they can’t wait to do when they buy their first home. Maybe you are eager to paint your walls something other...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20222 min read


How to Survive Your Home Inspection: 9 Issues to Solve before You Even List Your Home
Selling your home is a huge process. You have to deep clean your child’s crayon drawings from the walls, make sure Fido doesn’t shed on...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


What is an HOA?: A Beginner’s Guide to Condo and Homeowner Associations
Many planned communities, certain neighborhoods, and condominium complexes are governed by homeowner associations (HOA) or condo owner...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20223 min read


Which is the Better Buy?: Old vs. New Homes
When you watch HGTV’s “Fixer Upper,” do you marvel at all the history and charm of older homes that come through in the end? Or do you...

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20225 min read


23 Important Questions You Need to Ask Your Loan Officer
Being in charge of moving a family (even a family of one) can make you feel like a big-top ringleader. The spotlight is all on you. There are innumerable balls in the air. And at any moment, you’re sure you’ll slip off that wobbly tightrope you’ve been walking and pray that there’s a net to catch you. Surely, people don’t do this for fun, do they?Circus performers may look like they’re taking their lives in their hands every day.

John Trapasso
Sep 19, 20228 min read
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