Now’s the Best Time to Purchase a Home

With low mortgage rates and high inventory, the housing market is offering once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

The purchase of a home is the safest investment you can make for your family and your future. Economic studies consistently show that real estate remains one of the best performing and consistent long-term investments.

For the fourth consecutive year, NC has received the award for the top business climate, according to Site Selection magazine. This is a beautiful state filled with amenities that ensure a wonderful quality of life. There are plenty of opportunities awaiting you.

How you profit by working with a REALTOR® when buying

Buying a home calls for your informed decision.Unlike many real estate agents who are simply licensed by their state to do business, REALTORS® have taken additional steps to become members of their local Board of REALTORS® and have agreed to act under and adhere to a Code of Ethics.REALTORS® do more...much more...Than you may think.

• A REALTOR® can help you determine how much home you can afford. Often a REALTOR® can suggest ways to accrue the down payment and explain alternative financing methods.
• A REALTOR®, in addition to knowing the local money market, also can tell you what personal and financial data to bring with you when you apply for a loan.
• A REALTOR® is already familiar with current real estate values, taxes, utility costs, municipal services and facilities, and may be aware of local zoning changes that could affect your decision to buy.
• A REALTOR® can usually research your housing needs in advance through a Multiple Listing Service -- even if you are relocating to another city.
• A REALTOR® can help familiarize you with the closing process.
• A REALTOR® shows you only those homes best suited to your needs -- size, style, features, location, accessibility to schools, transportation, shopping, and other personal preferences.
• A REALTOR® often can suggest simple, imaginative changes that could make a home more suitable for you and improve its utility and value.
• A REALTOR®, though generally acting as an agent for the property owner, is bound and obligated by the Code of Ethics to give fair treatment to all parties in the transaction.
• A REALTOR® is sensitive to the importance you place on this major commitment you are about to make. Count on this real estate professional to facilitate negotiation of an agreement satisfactory to both seller and buyer.

If you see a home as one of your most important investments, the REALTOR® you work with could be one of your most valuable resources. As a home buyer, you can expect the commitment, integrity and expertise that you'll find in REALTORS®. It is the business of a REALTOR® to work with you by understanding your home buying needs and showing you properties that fit your lifestyle and budget.

If you or someone you know are in need of a REALTOR® then contact the Crestlineteam today.