Buying a Home

Jan. 14, 2016

Home Design Trends for 2016

New year, new you - new home? Whether you've just bought a new home, have decided to list your current house, or simply want to give your home a fresh look, now is a great time to switch up your style. And, thanks to 2016's design trends, there are …

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Dec. 28, 2015

Buying Your Retirement Home: What You Need To Know

For many people, dreaming of retirement is an idle way to pass the time. As we age, however, those dreams begin to take on a more concrete shape, including things like a warmer climate, a home on the coast, and a leisurely life filled with the finest things. When you …

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Dec. 8, 2015

How To Choose The Right Real Estate Agent

When it comes to buying a new home, most people begin their search by driving through dream neighborhoods, stalking online listings, and heading to Pinterest for inspiration. While these are important parts of the home buying process, each one skips over the most important step of all – finding the …

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Oct. 12, 2015

First-Time Homebuyers: Are You Ready to Buy A Home?

Buying a home is a huge commitment, and the preparation necessary to navigate the purchase process efficiently and successfully is more detailed than many people realize. Home buying rates are steadily increasing in North Carolina, and many buyers are on the market for the first time. It’s easy for excitement …

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Sept. 8, 2015

What Do The Terms ‘Buyer’s Market’ And ‘Seller’s Market’ Mean?

A buyer’s market occurs when the housing market favors homebuyers. A seller’s market occurs when the housing market favors sellers. But what factors determine this fluctuation and what accounts for these differences?

To explain these fluctuations, consider the natural disasters, demolitions and abandonments that reduce the housing supply each year …

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Aug. 25, 2015

Buying A Home: It’s NOT In The Details

First-time homebuyers often have a move-in ready picture in their minds before they begin searching for potential homes. Their list of “needs” is through the roof – open floor plan, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, large master bedroom, big backyard and a privacy fence – all in that …

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July 24, 2015

Five Things You Need To Be Preapproved For A Mortgage

When filing a mortgage application, you will be required by your lender to provide certain documentation to prove your income and assets. Lenders have to verify all the assets that will be used for your home purchase and confirm that your loan application is accurate. Your lender will most likely …

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July 14, 2015

Top 10 Things NOT to Do When Buying a Home

When you’ve been in the real estate business as long as Network Real Estate has, you’re bound to have seen a few buyer blunders. When buying a home, even seemingly minor missteps can sometimes lead to disaster. Last month, we gave our Top 10 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers … but …

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June 3, 2015

What You Need To Know Before Investing In A Historic Home

Wilmington is known for its rich history and beautiful Southern architecture. Stroll down any street in Historic Downtown Wilmington and you’re bound to encounter a beautiful historic home that takes your breath away. Despite the charms of living in a historic home, there’s a lot of discussion in the real …

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April 27, 2015

Mortgage Loans 101

When it comes to closing on your new home, few things are more important than the mortgage loan you get. But all loans are not created equal, and we don’t just mean the price!

At Network Real Estate, it’s our job to keep you informed at every step of the …

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