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Credit Score Tips Given by a Holly Springs Lendor

Your credit score is made up of several things. I’m going to give you ideas, based upon the weighted average of how it will impact your score, of things you can do to improve your credit score.  Obviously, my hope is that you will use this information to raise your credit score and buy a house –…

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Top Holly Springs Lendor Gives Credit Score Requirements for a Mortgage

Potential Home Buyers ask us every day, “How can I improve my credit score???”  There’s not a simple answer, because every credit history (and score attached to that history) is like a snowflake. Credit Score Requirements for a mortgage are different based upon the kind of mortgage you are looking for. In general, you will need…

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Closing Costs in North Carolina Real Estate

I just did a quick check on one of those National Rate Quote sites that claimed to have the inside “scoop” on Closing Costs in NC.  OMG!  They said the average closing costs for a home costing $200,000 to $300,000 was $1500 to $3500, or roughly 1.18%. Then I scrolled down on the page, and…

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Shopping for a Mortgage Loan in North Carolina’s Real Estate Market

Home Buyers in North Carolina often ask us questions about mortgage loans, and mortgage rates – because no one wants to pay more than they should!  Here are some practical tips on how to shop for a Mortgage Loan, that have been written based on our years of experience in the mortgage business. You’re writing a contract…

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Top Holly Springs Realtor Explains how to Winterize your Home – Team Anderson Realty

How to Prevent Freezing Pipes   Ideally you would check the conditions of the building’s plumbing, identify the pipes most vulnerable to freezing when Fall begins. Look for pipes located outside walls and windows, uninsulated pipes, and pipes installed near unheated spaces as these are the areas that tend to freeze when it gets cold….

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Low Appraisal in North Carolina’s Real Estate Market, What Happens Next?

We get questions from Sellers and Buyers about the Process of Selling/Buying a home. During that first educational discussion – the matter of the Appraisal normally comes up. As the Lender, we are often asked, “If there’s a low Appraisal what happens next?” The answer to that question is not as straightforward as you might think….

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Team Anderson Realty’s Top Holly Springs Realtor Talks About Radon – Do I need to do this test? What is it, and how much does it cost?

Every single real estate agent should advise a buyer to have a radon test conducted on their property because radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The test should be conducted by a local professional, and the approximate cost is $125. Radon is a colorless, odorless gas produced by decaying uranium, and it…

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Six Green Updates from Top Holly Springs Realtor!

Looking to live a more environmentally friendly life? Here are six easy ways to incorporate green living into your household. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. If you’re looking to save time, energy and money, then get serious about waste reduction. Not sure where to start? Commit to focusing on the four primary recyclables: aluminum, plastics, paper and glass….

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Top Holly Springs Realtor’s Advice on Designing Your Master Bedroom Closet

Lavish dressing rooms are in high demand among luxury home buyers. It’s not just about having a well-organized storage space for your vast shoe collection anymore, but for those who consider getting dressed to be a process that can’t be rushed, a personal dressing room can be an indispensable luxury. Here are a few tips…

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To Buy or to Build: That is the Question….At Least in Holly Springs, NC Real Estate Market!

As Holly Springs rapidly grows, Team Anderson Realty’s clients are constantly asking this same question: buy or build? We are here to give you the pros and cons of both options to help you decide, and, of course, we always give you our professional opinions as well. Buying Pros: • Home is “move in” ready…

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