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Is the Housing Market Waking Up This Spring? 

Is the Housing Market Waking Up This Spring? 

April 2, 2025

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

Use ChatGPT to Reimagine Your Home

March 30, 2025

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

Understanding Property Reappraisals in NC

March 24, 2025

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

Sell Faster and for More Money this Spring

March 23, 2025

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 …

Should You Buy a Home in 2025? Answer …

March 15, 2025

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 …

5 Things You Need to Know About the …

March 14, 2025

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?

Are We Approaching a Real Estate Supercycle?

March 5, 2025

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

Sellers Lost $1 Billion Bypassing the MLS

March 2, 2025

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?

How Much Can Your Landlord Raise the Rent?

January 25, 2025

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 …

Brandon Yopp Named to Triangle Real Producers Top …

January 23, 2025

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 …

What Happens to Your Mortgage & Bills After …

January 21, 2025

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

How to Attract More Buyers for Your Home

January 17, 2025

2025 homebuyers have made one thing clear: they want move-in-ready properties. According to a recent Bright MLS survey,…