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SEPTEMBER - A SECOND HOME MIGHT BE THE MISSING PIECE IN YOUR RETIREMENT PLAN

A Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Retirement Plan Are you wondering if you’re on track to retire someday? According  to  Intuit , 69% of people say today’s financial environment makes it tough to plan for the future, and 68% aren’t sure they’ll ever be able to retire.  That’s why many people are exploring new ways to build stability and long-term income. And that’s where real estate comes in. Why Real Estate? Here’s What It Can Do for You If you’re able to make the numbers work, buying a second home can be a powerful tool for your future retirement. It could help you: Build wealth over time :  As home prices rise through the years, your second home should grow in value and increase your net worth. Generate extra income:  Renting the home could bring in some extra income you can add to your existing retirement savings. Just remember, some of the rent coming in will need to be used to pay that mortgage and maintain that house.  Profit in the ...

Buying a home can be SCARY…Until you know the FACTS [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: Many potential homebuyers believe they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home. This…

60 Fabulous Fall DIY Projects To Decorate And Beautify Your Home

Don’t you just love fall? From the cooler temperatures to the gorgeous colors, fall is definitely my favorite time of year. Now that it’s …

Gardening Tips and To-Do Lists for November

November gardening chores really highlight the differences in regional gardens. For many, there is no  November  garden to speak of. Ot…

Think Prices Have Skyrocketed? Look at Rents.

Do any of you have rental properties?  Is it worth the effort ... repairs, tenants, etc?  By:  Pam Boyle & Associates Much…

3 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Pro in a Complex Digital World

If you’re searching for a home online, you’re not alone; lots of people are doing it. The question is, are you using all of your available…

4 Reasons to Sell your Home this Fall in Winston Salem and the Surrounding Areas of North Carolina!

October by the Numbers: Homes are Selling Quickly in Winston Salem and The Triad areas of North Carolina!

October by the Numbers October 17th, 2019 Homes are selling quickly, in an average of 31 days, and interest rates are still …

Experience peak weekend in the High Country

I was looking for this information the other day and thought I would share!   Leaf Viewing Dates: Here is a guide to dates and locatio…