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Is the Housing Market Waking Up This Spring?
You’ve probably heard the headlines: mortgage rates are still high, and the market is tough. But here’s what…

Use ChatGPT to Reimagine Your Home
As a full-time Realtor serving the Triangle region of North Carolina—Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond—I often…

Understanding Property Reappraisals in NC
If you own property in North Carolina—especially in the Triangle region—it’s important to understand how property values are…

Sell Faster and for More Money this Spring
Everyone knows that spring is typically the best season to sell a home.But, there’s a mistake I see…

Should You Buy a Home in 2025? Answer …
Thinking about buying a home this year?You’ve probably heard all kinds of advice: “Wait for rates to drop.”…

5 Things You Need to Know About the …
The spring housing market is here, and if you’re thinking about buying or selling, you’ve probably heard plenty…

Are We Approaching a Real Estate Supercycle?
Real estate has always been a solid long-term investment, but according to some of the biggest players in…

Sellers Lost $1 Billion Bypassing the MLS
If someone told you that selling your home off-market could cost you thousands—would you still do it?That’s exactly…

How Much Can Your Landlord Raise the Rent?
If you’re a renter, you’ve probably felt the sting of rising rental prices at some point. According to Zillow,…

Brandon Yopp Named to Triangle Real Producers Top …
RALEIGH, N.C. - Brandon Yopp, a top-producing Triangle real estate agent with The Oceanaire Realty, has been honored…

What Happens to Your Mortgage & Bills After …
With wildfires having recently swept through Los Angeles County, images of destruction are everywhere. Over 12,000 structures have…

How to Attract More Buyers for Your Home
2025 homebuyers have made one thing clear: they want move-in-ready properties. According to a recent Bright MLS survey,…