1. Search for the Right Agent - Not all agents are created equal! An experienced agent is "Priceless". A great Realtor® will handle the details and lead your team to a stress free experience.
To have an idea of how the market is moving ask your agent for market reports. Search local tax records. Don't be afraid to ask for numbers and statistics a A great Realtor® will have the data at hand.
This is a great time to buy. Interest rates are at historical lows. There are a variety of programs for buyers. Find out how much you qualify for, and most importantly how much down payment and closing costs will you need to purchase.
A great mortgage professional will ask the pertinant questions.
5. Start viewing homes.
A great Realtor® will listen to your needs and wants list a show you suitable properties. A great Realtor®
will also show you properties you have found searching on your own.
Caller: We found you on Google and read about your sale? And are interested in this subdivision umm its umm..........
ME (Rebecca Savitski): Okay, lets narrow this down give me an idea of what you are looking for so that I can help you with directions for the subdivision and show you the available properties.
Caller: Thats not necessary we are meeting our Agent at the property, thanks anyway?
Click: Was this a joke? Was someone playing a practical joke to see if I could convert this into a sale? Be honest who is behind this!!!!!
ME (Rebecca Savitski): Can I have your name and number I am pulling into the office to gather the necessary information, I will call you back in a few minutes.
Caller: No problem, I will stay here and wait for you to call back.
In the meantime I pull up the address (it doesn't exist) I pull up by street (the street doesn't exist). I call the number back I get this message: "The number you are dialing is no longer in service"
Very freaky day. I am hoping its all just someone being funny but am being very very very careful.
Rember to stay safe while trying to sell Real Estate. Crooks know are need to support are families and to take risks just remember to always be safe..
Rebecca Savitski | NC List for Less Realty Incorporated | 919.306.9924
322 Amherst, Wake Forest, NC
Cimmaron - beauty - Wooded lot - Screen Porch with hot tub - Move
in condition.
3BR/2BA Single Family House
offered at $169,900
Year Built
1989
Sq Footage
1,405
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full, 0 partial
Floors
1
Parking
Unspecified
Lot Size
8,712 sqft
HOA/Maint
$0 per month
DESCRIPTION
This is one of my favorite listings. This home has been maticulously maintained, the floors shine, the appliances are newer. Nice floor plan true "Ranch" with additional screen porch perfect year round and hot tub. This home is easy to view. To view contact Rebecca @ 919.306.9924 and visit http://www.nclistforlessrealty.com.
Rebecca Savitski | NC List for Less Realty Incorporated | 919.306.9924
108 Paula Drive, Angier, NC
Short Sale -- 1 Acre Custom Home - Fully Upgraded
3BR/2BA Single Family House
offered at $309,900
Year Built
2004
Sq Footage
2,100
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full, 0 partial
Floors
1
Parking
Unspecified
Lot Size
43,560 sqft
HOA/Maint
$0 per month
DESCRIPTION
Short Sale - Gorgeous custom brick home. All of the upgrades, amazing trim work and lines throughout the home. This home was built with all of the details 2 hot water heates, water purifier, custom closets. The trim work belongs in a million dollar home.
Rebecca Savitski | NC List for Less Realty Incorporated | 919.306.9924
104 Justin Lane, Louisburg, NC
Youngsville NC home for sale. 4 bed 3 full bath plus bonus and room
to grow.
4BR/3BA Single Family House
offered at $269,900
Year Built
1992
Sq Footage
2,700
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3 full, 0 partial
Floors
2
Parking
Unspecified
Lot Size
54,014 sqft
HOA/Maint
$0 per month
DESCRIPTION
Large 4 bed 3 bath home with formal areas. Wood burning fireplace, oversized bonus room, tray ceilings, new kitchen appliances, garage has loft that could be finished, new storage building, 1.24 acres, oversized front porch.
Rebecca Savitski | NC List for Less Realty Incorporated | 919.306.9924
817 Deer Hollow, Wake Forest, NC
Lease Option - Rent just lowered
3BR/2.5BA Single Family House
$1,400/month
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full, 1 partial
Sq Footage
1,800
Parking
Unspecified
Pet Policy
Cats, Small dogs (< 25lbs)
Deposit
$2,000
DESCRIPTION
817 Deer Hollow Wake Forest, NC 27587 is located on a cul de sac. This home has a lot of unique features. Upgraded fixtures and hardware. There is a built a workshop beneath the screened porch. Oversized private lot.
Raleigh area buyers - the list price is just a thought!
The list price really doesn't mean too much these days. Its a starting point. It gives you an idea of how much the seller would like to sell for, but it doesn't really mean that much anymore.
Lets face it with 18 months of inventory buyers can afford to shop around for the best value. With multiple homes in a neighborhood buyers can make offers on multiple properties until an offer is accepted.
Everyday I examine my "Hot Sheet" (data collected from the Triangle MLS with closed sales, new listings, pending sales, expired sales and change of price) and noticed a few things.
Not that long ago in the Raleigh area sellers were able to receive 97%-100% of their asking price. Even when other parts of the country where experiencing soft markets Raleigh area sellers were still able to receive close to list price. Today buyers are being aggressive. The few buyers that are in the market for a home realize they have buying power.
Today I noticed 3 homes closed on Trades.
1 home was listed at $849,000 and sold for $750,000 (Inside the Beltline)
It doesn't matter the price range see a few examples from closing reported on 1/2/2009 these sales are new and resales throughtout Raleigh, Cary and Wake Forest. This information is not scientific I haven't analyzed it, I did not pick out specific sales just random sales to point out the trends I am noticing and experiencing.
I have said it: This year will be Amazing! I have had my blackeyed peas and collard greens. I feel it in my bones I finally feel some positive energy on the news.
Wallstreet is relieved its 2009.
George W. is relieved its 2009.
Sellers across the country are relieved its 2009.
Buyers are relieved its 2009.
And most of all I am so excited, to be out with the old and in with the new!
So eat your blackeyed peas and collard greens, enjoy the holiday and be prepared for a prosperous and new 2009.
One of my Builders has been breaking ground for the past week. He's starting a spec home his 1st spec home in 18 months.
For the past 18 months he has been doing
Additions
Renovations
Handyman Work
Helping Neighbors
Being Mr. Mom
Over the Thanksgiving dinner he realized "enough is enough"
In order to get the economy he could not sit around and wait. He needed to build, He needed to focus on what he is great at, it was time for him to build again. Against the advise of main stream, it was time to draw plans, talk to his Real Estate Advisor and to start producing.
After analysing the data and preparing the financials he is building a 2600 square foot transitional country home. The home is located on Graham Sherron Road in Wake Forest NC 27587, and will be listed in a few weeks.
His theory on building a Spec Home in Wake Forest in early 2009, its his duty to keep the economy moving. Instead of buying a flat screen tv he has decided to focus on Real Estate.
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