If you are in the market for residential real estate, don't confine your search just to properties in your desired price range.  It's important to know what you can get for a little less than your budget and what you would get if you spent a little more.  The goal is not to spend more than you can afford or to pinch pennies when you don't need to; but rather, to make sure that you get the best value for the money that you do spend.  You may find that you can get what you are looking for in a lower price range.  At the same time, you may see features in a higher priced home that are very important to you; and then you can narrow your search to houses in your price range that have that particular feature.  Visiting properties in an expanded pricing window will also help you identify houses that may be overpriced or underpriced.  Obviously, you want to avoid the overpriced property and locate the underpriced property. If you are like the rest of us, your home is one of the biggest investments that you'll ever make.  So, make sure that your real estate agent takes the time to broaden your search a bit in order to give you a thorough understanding of the market.  Consult a real estate professional in your market for the best advice.  For more information about real estate in Pinehurst or Southern Pines, NC, call us toll free at 800-788-8814, or visit us on the web at: http://www.mcdevitttownandcountry.com