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There is little doubt that some homeowners struggle with selling a house. The current market doesn’t make it easy because the conventional real estate process requires time, money, and effort – something not every homeowner has available. Real estate investors are an option for some in this type of situation. So, before abandoning these ideas […]

You have inherited a house from your parents or some other elderly relative. So now what do you do? The ultimate answer will depend on a number of factors such as whether you are the sole inheritor, if the home is nearby, the wishes and needs of your spouse or children, and your current financial […]

What important moves and considerations should those inheriting property be making right now? Inheriting property isn’t like winning the lottery. It is a very sensitive issue. Beyond the stress of the situation, it can create a huge burden on surviving heirs. This is true whether inheriting a vast real estate empire or a more modest […]

Educate Yourself. The last thing any homeowner should do is hide their head in the sand and ignore the problem. Understanding the foreclosure process as well as all your options will allow you to stay ahead of the game. Remember, the further behind you become, the harder it will be to stop the foreclosure process […]

Perhaps you’re new to real estate investing or are a professional interested in trying their hand at a new strategy, but regardless, chances are you’ve been wondering how to find distressed properties for sale. Distressed properties are attractive to investors because they often offer deals that are undervalued, helping to increase the prospective profit margin. […]

When it comes to getting your home noticed, in what every real estate market forecast seems to predict will be a busy market, home improvements and proper planning can go a long way. Here are five ways to help your property stand out in the spring selling season, and assist you in getting maximum dollar […]

Probate in North Carolina is a fairly straightforward process. The state court system provides many fill-in-the-blanks forms online, and the process is relatively informal. The superior court clerk, an elected county official, acts as the probate judge. (Clerks are often referred to as “ex officio” probate judges, which just means that they are judges because […]

1. Notice of Default– This notice is filed at the county courthouse by the lender trustee.  Once the notice if filed it becomes public information from newspapers and placed on the local foreclosure board. Your lender will send you a copy of the notice of default by mail, if you have left the house and do […]

As soon as you decide to sell your home, you immediately begin thinking of all the home repairs that need doing before it’s even close to being ready to put on the market. Over the years, time can get away from you, daily living expenses take priority over much-needed maintenance and upgrades, and suddenly you realize that […]

If you’re thinking about selling, or even if you just want to keep an eye on the market so you have the option of taking action if the time seems right, you’re probably wondering – “What is my house worth?” The only truly accurate way to find out your home’s value is to hire a reputable appraiser […]