Things to Know Before Closing on a New Construction Home
January 31, 2024
Understanding New Construction Homes A new construction home is a completely new building, typically built on a vacant lot. There are three primary types of new construction homes. Spec home Spec homes are usually built by builders or developers who have a specific floor plan and design in mind, and they build multiple homes with the same specific...
Robyn MooringBenefits of Buying a Townhouse
January 23, 2024
What is a Townhouse? A townhouse, also known as a townhome, is a type of residential property that has at least one shared wall with a neighboring property. According to West & Woodall agent Debra Mangum, "With a townhome, you also own the land it sits on." They're situated on a smaller lot than a detached home would be, are either multi- or s...
Robyn MooringWest & Woodall Real Estate Donates Toys to Zach’s Toy Chest
December 22, 2023
Children fighting cancer and other serious illnesses at Triangle hospitals will have more reasons to smile this holiday season and throughout the year because of West & Woodall Real Estate’s, Pickett Sprouse Commercial Real Estate’s, and West & Woodall Property Management’s brokers, agents, and staff. The companies donated close to $2,000 w...
Robyn MooringHow to Fix Your Credit Score to Buy a House
December 20, 2023
What is a Credit Score? A credit score is a three-digit number that represents your creditworthiness. Understanding the factors that contribute to it is essential. Leslie Person, Senior Vice President with Pinnacle Financial Partners describes a credit score as "a rating that you earn based on how you pay your bills, how much debt you carry, and ho...
Robyn MooringLooking Ahead to the Triangle Housing Market in 2024
December 18, 2023
As we step into the new year, it's natural to wonder what the future holds for the Triangle housing market in 2024. Given the possibility of additional mortgage rate decreases, our still locally strong economy, and an influx of new construction homes, the general consensus is that the market will offer more stability and balance compared to the unp...
Robyn MooringWhat Do HOA Fees Cover?
November 30, 2023
What is a Homeowners Association? A homeowners association (HOA) is usually created in a planned community. Chris explains that it starts when a developer builds the community but then hands it over to the residents. At that point, the homeowners take control. The HOA follows a set of rules called covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs)...
Robyn MooringCommon Repairs Needed After a Home Inspection
November 21, 2023
What is a Home Inspection? A home inspection is a thorough evaluation of a property's condition, typically conducted by a professional home inspector. The goal of the process is to identify any existing or potential issues with the property. These often range from structural concerns to essential systems such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Why ...
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