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Free Home Valuation

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

How to find the value of a homeSearching “how much is my house worth?” online reveals dozens of home value estimators. In fact, 22% of U.S. homeowners who determined their home’s value used an online estimator, according to a current survey. The technical term for these tools is the automated valuation model or AVM. If it sounds complicated and not necessarily accurate, you are correct. These Continue Reading about Free Home Valuation

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Understanding Property Appreciation

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

Over time, the worth of a piece of real estate will fluctuate up and down. Usually, house values appreciate in the long term. But, of course, there are no guarantees in real estate.When your property appreciates you have a larger asset to borrow against, and you'll create a better profit when you sell. Property values in Durham vary for many different reasons, so how do you know what you're Continue Reading about Understanding Property Appreciation

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Escrow: Closing the Sale

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

Escrow: An escrow company is used to assure your house closes on time and the money exchanging part of closing goes smoothly. Escrow holders hold money for "safe-keeping" in transactions between a buyer and seller. For example, in an online transaction, PayPal is the secure third party that holds the buyer's funds and then hands over the payment to the seller.Tying up any loose ends like obtaining Continue Reading about Escrow: Closing the Sale

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Closing Costs You Should Expect

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

There are certain expected costs related to closing the sale of a house. These fees are often divided between the buyer and seller, as instructed in the sales contract. Many are customary, but there are nuances to each, so you'll want a real estate expert in North Carolina to help lead you through the deal.Loan-Related Closing CostsPoints (optional)Appraisal FeeCredit ReportInterest PaymentEscrow Continue Reading about Closing Costs You Should Expect

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Home Comparison Checklist

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

All home buyers - whether new to the process or experienced - want to buy their dream house. And, it's easy to lose sight of your goals with all the houses that seem like good candidates (list price, location, etc.).To help you prioritize your "good enough" list from the computer to the list of places you visit, take this checklist along when you go shopping for your house. Put an emphasis on the Continue Reading about Home Comparison Checklist

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Relocating? Seagroves will be Your Guide

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

When moving to a new city, you can have a lot on your mind: New job, new school, new church, new routines, and last but not least, finding a new place for your family to call "home". At Seagroves Realty, we understand and are relocation experts. We have a long history of finding buyers the right home by following a refined process to help make the most of their search efforts.Get to Know the Continue Reading about Relocating? Seagroves will be Your Guide

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Buying Your First Home

February 9, 2021 by robeylapan

What a tremendous feat buying your first house is! It can also be a little intimidating. You'll likely want some expert advice along the way -- and you'll definitely need an experienced agent looking out for your best interests. Seagroves Agents are absolutely qualified to help you buy your first house.Not everyone with a real estate license is equally able to help you find your first home. Continue Reading about Buying Your First Home

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9 Essential Steps to Buying a Home

February 8, 2021 by robeylapan

Purchasing a home in Durham with Seagroves RealtyBuying a home can be stressful for many people, but with a little up-front planning, you can simplify the process.  To better understand exactly what to expect, Seagrove agents have mapped out the home buying process. Below are nine essential steps to buying a home in its simplest form. To explore the details surrounding the purchasing process, Continue Reading about 9 Essential Steps to Buying a Home

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