Back-up offer? I can do that?

(I get a lot of questions about this topic, and there is a lot to explain! So grab a cup of tea or whatever you like, take a comfy seat and dive in… this is a long one!) It’s always a blow to a buyer when a house that they love went under contract and […]
Does the seller have to fix everything on the inspection report?

I get this question all the time. In some states this might very well be the case, but not in North Carolina. So what can a buyer expect in NC after the inspection report comes back? Let’s begin by looking at North Carolina’s Offer To Purchase And Contract. “(d) Repair/Improvement Negotiations/Agreement: Buyer acknowledges and understands […]
Appraisals And How They Affect Negotiations

Ah appraisals… the one piece of the real estate puzzle that buyers, sellers, agents and lenders truly have no control over. Not having control can be scary and frustrating. So what is an appraisal and how does it affect the buying process? If you are obtaining a loan for your new home purchase, there is […]