What Fixes are Mandatory 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 ...
Robyn MooringSelling a House in December
November 16, 2023
Pros and Cons of Selling During the Holidays December can be an attractive time to list your home, as many homes are adorned with warm, inviting decorations that create a cozy atmosphere. According to REALTOR® Jeanette Hussey, “There are fewer homes on the market because of the holidays, so selling a house in December makes for less competition. Yo...
Robyn MooringFinancing Options for First-Time Homebuyers in NC
October 31, 2023
Benefits of Homeownership for First-Time Buyers Owning a home brings numerous advantages. Here's a look at what a few of those are. Building equity: When you own a home, you are gradually building equity, which is the difference between the market value of your home and the remaining amount you owe on your mortgage. This equity can be used as leve...
Robyn MooringDoes Removing Popcorn Ceiling Increase Home Value?
October 23, 2023
What is a Popcorn Ceiling? Popcorn ceilings, also referred to as acoustic ceilings, are a textured finish resembling popcorn or cottage cheese. Wesley McKinney, owner of Freedom Painting & Power Washing, explains that it's a blend of water, drywall powder, and styrofoam, with the styrofoam creating the texture. This style was trendy from the 19...
Robyn MooringWest & Woodall Gives Back to Local Schools
September 29, 2023
Lyons Farm Elementary School West & Woodall is a Southern Magnolia Sponsor for The Lyons Farmers school garden at Lyons Farm Elementary School, which is located in Durham. Just in its first full year, the garden serves as an outdoor learning hub designed to support various curriculum areas while promoting gardening, creativity, and environmenta...
Robyn MooringHow to Get Preapproved for a Mortgage
September 19, 2023
What Does It Mean to Get Preapproved for a Home Loan? It means you’re ready to buy a home now! Practically speaking, it means your lender has evaluated your credit history, income, and down payment capacity and found that it tentatively meets their mortgage underwriting requirements for a home loan, up to a given price range. How is Preapproval Di...
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