For most of us, buying a home is the biggest purchase we’ll ever make. If it’s our first time going through the home-buying process, we often feel nervous, tense, and confused. There’s nothing wrong with this—after all, we’re about to spend a lot of money—but only if we worry about …

One-story or two-story? Wood floors or carpet? Cul-de-sac or private lot? Fixed-rate or adjustable-rate loan? Amidst all the fun and excitement of buying your first house, the endless decisions can make even the most poised person go a little insane! After over 30 years buying and selling homes in southeastern …

You found a house, fell in love, made an offer, and it was accepted. Congratulations! Before you pop the champagne and pick out paint colors, there are still a few steps you need to take to ensure the transition from your old house to your new home goes as seamlessly …

Congratulations! You’re having a baby! Adding a child to your family is an exciting, thrilling, and occasionally terrifying time. In addition to obsessively reading What to Expect When You’re Expecting and combing Pinterest for nursery ideas, it’s also a good time to decide what in your life needs to be …

Now that Southeastern North Carolina has experienced it’s first few days in the 80s, we can finally say it: spring is here! And, thanks to Daylight Savings Time, there’s plenty of time after a long day of work to relax outside as the sun goes down.

If you’re anything like …

When you buy a new-to-you home, decorating is the best part. Less stressful than the buying process and easier than moving, setting up your new space is a chance to make yourself comfortable and create a beautiful home that you’ll love for years. While we’re all for putting your stamp …

Unless you win the lottery or inherit a huge amount of cash, the odds are good that you’re going to need a mortgage. When it comes time to fill out that application, you may be tempted to fudge the numbers. “A little white lie never hurt anyone,” you might …

Homeownership has always been an integral part of the traditional American dream. Today, however, many millennials (those born between the years 1981 and 1997) have put that dream on hold. According to the National Association of Realtors, homeownership among people under the age of 35 is down to 36 percent …