Once you remove the clutter from your home you may realize your home needs some minor fixes to help it reach its full potential. When you move into your new Jacksonville NC real estate, you will be happy you made those few small fixes that helped you sell your house. Plumbing and Fixtures All your sink fixtures should look shiny and new. If this cannot be accomplished by cleaning, buy new ones where needed. Make sure all the hot and cold water knobs are easy to turn and that the faucets do not leak. If they do, rep... read more

The Coldwell Banker Real Estate website now features a new home buying search tool focused on lifestyle.  The tool allows consumers to rate preferences and hone in on the most important factors in their home search. Building on this year’s re-launch of its industry leading website and a tradition of innovation and leadership within the real estate industry, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC today unveiled a tool that will once again change the way consumers look for homes online. With the new lifestyl... read more

Fixing up the outside of your house is much like fixing up the inside, with a few simple adjustments you can turn the outside of your house into someone’s dream home. What was it that first attracted you to your new Jacksonville, NC real estate? Most likely, it was how attractive the home looked from the outside. While it is sometimes customary to fix-up the outside of your home before you work on the interior, we believe it may be more beneficial to work on it last. There are two main reasons for this. First, the ... read more

When is the right time to purchase a new home? While having your finances in order is a major factor, it can still be challenging to know when it is the right time to make such a large purchase.  Understanding the financial benefits of purchasing a new home may help you realize, the right time is right now! Return on Investment As a general rule, homes tend to appreciate at about five percent each year. Some years this figure will increase, some years it will decrease. The figure can also vary depending on the neig... read more

If you are thinking about purchasing a home, there are some major things you will want to avoid. While some of them may seem like common sense, it can never hurt to see them in writing. Don’t Move Money Around When a lender reviews your loan package for approval, one of the things they are most concerned about is the source of funds for your down payment and closing costs. Most likely, you will be asked to provide statements for the last two or three months on any of your liquid assets. This includes checking accou... read more