real estate: The Perfect Home, Can You Afford It?
- 12/04/07 10:55 PM
Before You LookIt is important that you understand how much you can afford or are willing to pay before you go out and look for a new home. But what do you do before you are ready to speak with a Realtor and/or mortgage professional? Simply, you can use a mortgage calculator to play with the numbers to get a good idea of affordability based on your specific circumstances. My website, http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/, offers a "Calculator" for just this purpose. Feel free to use it as often as you like. You will find it in the navigation bar or you can simply Click … (0 comments)
real estate: Search Local Homes for Sale
- 11/20/07 10:14 PM
Looking for homes for sale in the greater Rocky Mount, North Carolina area? http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/ is the most complete source of homes for sale in Nash, Edgecombe, and Wilson counties. This site is your online guide for buying a home, selling a house or home, buying a house for investment, or relocating to North Carolina. Search homes for sale on our website and/or search entire local MLS. Please visit http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/ and return as often as you like. About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor Licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Point East and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and … (0 comments)
real estate: Rocky Mount Area Housing Supply
- 11/15/07 11:57 PM
All Real Estate Is LocalOne of the key factors experienced Realtors consider when pricing and listing a home is the current housing absorption rate. The absorption rate is critical in determining an areas housing supply because it is based on what is actually happening in the local housing market. Sellers are bombarded with locally irrelevant information from the various news media. These reports tend to be national, state, or regional in nature. Although it is always good to know and understand what is happening around us, these trends tend to have minimal impact on the local real estate market. Current Housing … (0 comments)
real estate: Rocky Mount, North Carolina Area - Market Statistics for October 2007
- 11/13/07 10:40 PM
The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market. These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1053 properties. This is an increase of 12 properties, or 2%, from 1041 in September. Inventories can rise during the fall and winter months because of slower sales. Newly listed properties totaled 195. This is an increase of 1 new listings, or 1%, from 194 last month. Sold … (0 comments)
real estate: Homes for the Holidays
- 11/06/07 10:38 PM
The holidays are quickly approaching and sellers always want to know if they should keep their home on the market. In short, YES. If you search the internet looking for articles about this topic you will overwhelmingly find people who say the opposite. They go on to list many reasons why you should pull your listing until after the holidays. If you are the one who decorates to excess, and has a house full of family and friends for a couple of weeks than you probably DO want to temporarily take your house off the market for these couple of weeks. … (0 comments)
real estate: Should You Sign a Buyers Agency Agreement?
- 10/31/07 12:09 AM
When buying real estate, you may find it helpful to have a real estate agent help you. Real estate agents can provide many useful services and work with you in many ways. When buying real estate, you may have several choices as to how you want a real estate firm and its agents to work with you. For example, you may want them to only represent you (as a buyer's agent). You may be willing for them to represent both you and the seller at the same time (as a dual agent). Or you may agree to let them represent only … (1 comments)
real estate: Rocky Mount, North Carolina Area - Market Statistics for September 2007
- 10/10/07 12:47 AM
The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market. These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1041 properties. This is a decrease of 25 properties, or 3%, from 1066 in August. A reduction in available inventory is typical during the fall and winter months. Newly listed properties totaled 194. This is a decrease of 2 new listings, or 1%, from 196 last month. Sold properties totaled … (0 comments)
real estate: Fall is a good time to buy or sell in North Carolina
- 10/02/07 11:19 PM
Are you thinking of buying or selling a home but you're not sure if this is the "right time"? Talk with a Realtor for expert advice on your local market. Real Estate CyclesReal Estate Cycles are no different than any other cycles that effect consumers. It is subject to the laws of supply and demand. A shortage of homes, also known as a sellers market, generally means that prices will rise. Likewise, a surplus of homes, also known as a buyers market, means that houses stay on the market longer creating downward pressure on prices. One of the many important services your Realtor provides is a More... … (0 comments)
real estate: How Much Home Can You Afford?
- 09/25/07 11:13 PM
It is important that you understand how much you can afford or are willing to pay before you go out and look for a new home. But what do you do before you are ready to speak with a Realtor and/or mortgage professional? Simply, you can use a mortgage calculator to play with the numbers to get a good idea of affordability based on your specific circumstances. My website, http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/, offers a "Calculator" for just this purpose. Feel free to use it as often as you like. You will find it in the navigation bar or you can simply Click Here. I … (0 comments)
real estate: Rocky Mount, North Carolina Area - Market Statistics for August 2007
- 09/10/07 10:52 PM
The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market.These statistics were gathered from data contained in the local MLS system and prodominatley cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1066 properties. This is an increase of 11 properties, or 2%, from 1055 in July. This is typical for this time of year as sales tend to decline as consumers take final vacations and prepare for the new school year. Newly listed properties totaled 196. This is an increase of 24 new … (0 comments)
real estate: Home for Sale in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
- 09/02/07 06:45 AM
• 2,379 sq. ft., 2 bath, 5 bdrm 2 story - MLS® $275,000 - Great Home, Great Price! Nash County, North Carolina - Beautiful brick 5BR, 2.5BA home in desirable location, convenient to all amenities; great curb appeal. Spacious, open floorplan; heavy molding w/neutral & earthtone colors throughout; 2-car attached side-load garage; large, level back yard, partially fenced. Immaculately maintained and shows like a model!This all-brick home boasts 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, w/master suite conveniently located on first floor. Master BR w/tray ceiling & ceiling fan, large walk-in closet; bath w/12" ceramic tile flooring, large soaking tub & separate tiled shower, 2 … (0 comments)
real estate: Should You Rent or Should You Buy?
- 08/28/07 11:47 PM
Other Factors Of course, buying a home isn't strictly a financial decision. For most folks, the thought of constantly worrying about losing their security deposit every time they pound a nail or paint a wall isn't particularly appealing. Here are some other things to consider before making your purchase: This may sound simplistic, but first and foremost you should find a neighborhood and a home that you just plain like. "You're not going to wake up in the middle of the night and say 'Wow! Look at my tax deduction!'" . Moreover, you should check on the sales price trends of homes in that … (0 comments)
real estate: Search Homes for Sale in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
- 08/20/07 12:34 AM
Looking for homes for sale in the greater Rocky Mount, North Carolina area? Visit www.NCRealEstateWeb.com to view homes for sale in Nash, Edgecombe, and Wilson counties. This site also offers volumes of local information, information specific to buyers and/or sellers, mortgage calculators, and much, much, more. Please visit www.NCRealEstateWeb.com and return as often as you like. … (0 comments)
real estate: Tax Incentives for Home Owners
- 08/09/07 11:45 PM
During these "Dog" days of summer we are all trying to stay cool and keep our utility bills as low as possible. I came across the Tax Incentives Assistance Project today. The Tax Incentives Assistance Project (TIAP) is sponsored by a coalition of public interest nonprofit groups, government agencies, and other organizations in the energy efficiency field. It is designed to give consumers and businesses information they need to make use of the federal income tax incentives for energy efficient products and technologies passed by Congress as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. So whether you want to go … (0 comments)
real estate: Rocky Mount, North Carolina - July 2007 Real Estate Market Data
- 08/04/07 03:20 AM
The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market.These statistics were gathered from data contained in the local MLS system and cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1055 properties. This is an increase of 1 property, or 0%, from 1054 in June. This is typical for this time of year as most sellers put thier homes on the market in early Spring. Newly listed properties totaled 172. This is a decrease of 49 new listings, or 33%, from 221 last … (1 comments)
real estate: Open House in Maccripine on Sunday
- 07/10/07 12:27 AM
Maccripine, Pinetops - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 931 Maccripine Road on July 15 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Beautiful, prime lot, on quiet street in the sought after Maccripine Country Club community. This quiet country location is about a quarter mile from the golf course. This home is well maintained and painted in neutral colors. The split floor plan and abundant windows ensure freedom of movement and lots of natural light. Large level usable yard, nice long concrete driveway, room for a garden, and fenced back yard. The front door opens into a foyer with … (0 comments)
real estate: Greater Rocky Mount, North Carolina Real Estate Market Data - June 2007
- 07/09/07 12:07 PM
The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market.These statistics were gathered from data contained in the local MLS system and cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1054 properties. This is a decrease of 26 properties, or 3%, from 1080 in May. This decrease is typical for this time of year as buyers are plentiful and most sellers put thier homes on the market in early Spring. Newly listed properties totaled 221. This is a decrease of 37 new listings, … (0 comments)
real estate: Home For Sale in Nash Co., NC - $120,000
- 06/11/07 06:10 AM
Quiet Country Living • 1,683 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm ranch - MLS® #62209 $120,000 - Priced to Sell! Nash County, North Carolina - Country living at its finest! Loving care is evident when you first turn into the concrete drive with this home's well-manicured lawn and mature landscaping, including both shade trees and ornamental trees and shrubbery. The 2-acre lot features a large fenced backyard, beyond which are mature grape vines, as well as a sunny area for a large garden. The property extends into the wooded area. Enter the front door into the large living room with its cathedral … (0 comments)
real estate: Market Data - Rocky Mount, NC March 2007
- 04/13/07 01:17 AM
The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market.These statistics were gathered from data contained in the local MLS system and cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1039 properties. This is an increase of 95 properties, or 9.2%, from 944 in February. This housing increase is typical for this time of year as sellers prepare for the Spring market. Newly listed properties totaled 265. This is an increase of 77 new listings, or 29%, from 188 … (0 comments)
Commentary, market information, and general musings on topics effecting the Greater Rocky Mount, North Carolina and surrounding areas. Published by David C. Recker, Associate Broker, RE/MAX Classic Realty
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