Wilmington NC real estate
The real estate market continues to improve in Wilmington NC. The Sold Listings and Pending Listings for this month and year to date have each increased around 10% over last years numbers. Still a great time to buy and sell. The days on the market are down and the interest rates are still around 4%. Download my app to check out the market. http://app.seacoastrealty.com/debibyrdQuestions? Just text or call me.
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BIG Remodeling Pays Off Better.... to a point.
Wilmington NC real estate
Posted by Debi Byrd on August 29, 2018 in
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It shouldn't be a surprise that some Wilmington NC remodeling projects increase a home's value. What's news is that homeowners who spend the most on remodeling get a higher rate of return on their investment, according to Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies.Rates Of ReturnResults of the Center's recent study indicate that projects costing 20% or more of the home's initial value yielded an average home price appreciation of 23%. Homeowners who spent 10% to 20% of their home's value on remodeling sa... read more
Little things do count -- sometimes a lot! Adding or replacing some of your home's fixtures -- which will stay with it when you eventually sell -- can give your home an attractive up-to-date look, more functionality and a higher market value. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Distinctive exterior light fixtures, perhaps with motion sensors or timers. Think about floodlights and path lights, too!
A new mailbox and address plate.
A new water hose holder or winder.
A beautiful sounding doorbell.
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HOME SEARCH 101: Tips For Locating The Right Schools
Wilmington NC Real Estate
Posted by Debi Byrd on February 19, 2018 in
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When it comes time to buy your next Wilmington NC home, your decision will be based on dozens of criteria. If you're like many home buyers, good schools will be at the very top of your list. Even buyers without children are often concerned about the quality of schools. They know property values often reflect the reputation of local schools-both public and private-and that a home near good schools may be easier to sell later on. Here is a New Hanover County School locator for neighborhoods that you may like. P... read more
"How much will it cost to sell my Wilmington NC home?" The answer to that common question generally falls into 3 major categories: fixing to sell, closing the sale, and moving.
You may have additional expenses connected with buying and settling into a new home: trips to your new area while house hunting, meals, lodging, buying furnishings, etc. Some of these expenses are tax deductible, but only if you are being transferred by an employer (who does not reimburse you) or are moving to a new job.
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