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3 Important Facts of Less Concern for Triangle Home Buyers

bus-19069_960_720-public-domain-christmasThe Triangle Region of North Carolina is one of the most popular locations in America. The job opportunities, the mild temperate climate, and the beautiful locale near both beaches and mountains create the perfect place for new residents. Since many newcomers are young professionals and Millennials, most are probably first-time home buyers and unfamiliar with much of the new home buying and selling process.

Fortunately, our Triangle-based professional team at Flat Fee Realty is prepared to offer expert advice on what is takes to look for, and compare homes in the Raleigh, Morrisville, Cary, and Apex areas. This process doesn’t have to be a confusing one, and knowing what to focus on while searching for that dream home will make everything easier to understand.

Flat Fee Realty offers three important facts that home buyers should be less concerned about when searching for a new home in the Triangle:  

  • An abundance of clutter: If the holidays are a stressful time for home buyers, know it is as well for the home owners. Sometimes showings and walk-throughs will be announced with very little notice, and people may not have time to prepare everything for showing like they would want. As a buyer, simply take along some measuring tape to make sure furniture will fit, and try to ignore any clutter in closets, garages, and spare rooms.
  • Older appliances and kitchens: Some homes may not have stainless-steel appliances, or have kitchens equipped with smart technology. Although these are nice amenities, don’t let them be deal breakers. Consider designating some of the home purchase budget for appliance upgrades. Good homes can always improve with the needed amenities.
  • Outside opinions. There will be plenty of opinions given from neighbors, friends, and family members. They might not like certain aspects of the new home choice. There are only two important decision makers in the home buying process; the purchaser and Flat Fee Realty. Everything will and always has fallen into place.  

Viewing homes is the most enjoyable part of the buying process. Remember to be firm with needs and wants and keep an open mind during the process. One thing is for certain. We can find the home of your dreams.   

Contact us at Flat Fee Realty and get connected with one of our professional real estate experts!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!

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5 Crucial Factors in Triangle NC Home Selling

vichaya-kiatying-angsuleeTriangle home buyers and home sellers may find the home appraisal process somewhat confusing.  Many individuals considering a change believe a real estate appraisal determines the “real value” of the home for sale.  However, appraisals actually help determine the amount a Triangle mortgage moneylender will lend on a local home purchase. An appraisal too low can limit the credit extended; an appraisal too high can leave the appraiser vulnerable to issues that could hamper a purchase.   

Our professional team at Flat Fee Realty understands that the appraisal process is crucial and important information.  In fact, most everything involved in the process of home buying and selling depends on the all – important appraisal.

Flat Fee Realty offers five crucial factors that could make or break a home appraisal:

  • Assessments: There are different values for a home. The value of a house is done by a local government for tax purposes. It serves as “additional evidence” for the appraiser.
  • Triangle location: An appraisal may include a comparative market analysis (CMA); which looks at similar type homes, considering variables such schools, traffic patterns and other surrounding factors such as privacy and view.
  • Triangle real estate markets: Important factors to consider include supply and demand, and the economy of the local and national home markets. Sometimes a low appraisal is more about the challenges of a local market than the house in question.
  • Physical demographics: This information includes age of the structure, the square footage, the amount of bedrooms and bathrooms, the age of the roof, siding and driveway. The appraisal will also reflect the age of the HVAC system, the quality of the initial construction and the value of fixtures, such as floor coverings, and plumbing. In storm-prone areas, drainage may also be important.
  • Purpose of the appraisal is important. Flat Fee Realty and the seller determine the price of the home based in part from the appraisal. A Triangle buyer may need to compare home value in different neighborhoods and price ranges. Lending institutions often want an independent appraisal as well.

An experienced Flat Fee Realty agent is knowledgeable when it comes to assessing low appraisals; there are also other complex issues involved in the buying and selling of local Triangle area real estate. We provide assistance in navigating the often confusing buying or selling process. Flat Fee Realty is here to help. Give us a call with your questions today!

Have a great and joyous Holiday Season!

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This post on selling and buying a home in the Triangle is brought to you by the team at Flat Fee Realty and is intended for informational purposes only.

The Future of Real Estate!

Flat Fee Realty

919 342 5230

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Terry@FlatFeeNC.com

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