How Professional Property Management Prepares Rentals for Peak Move-In Season

By Brent Vaughn / April 14, 2026

In fast-moving North Carolina markets like Raleigh, Cary, Durham, and the surrounding Triangle suburbs, vacancy time can make or break a rental property’s profitability. Every day a property sits empty represents lost income, ongoing expenses, and missed opportunity. In competitive markets where tenants have options and inventory moves quickly, the difference between a two-week vacancy […]

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Who pays closing costs when selling your home?

By Brent Vaughn / April 21, 2021

The Lowdown on Closing Costs It all depends on the terms of the purchase contract. Most of the time the buyer pays the majority of the closing costs; however, the seller is expected to pay the real estate agent’s commission. Closing can be a confusing process for first-time buyers and sellers. We’ve compiled some points

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What Is Due Diligence in Real Estate?

By Brent Vaughn / April 14, 2021

Why Do You Do It? When you hear the words “due diligence,” you think of a big thick law book. It is a legal term and one that you should be familiar with when buying or selling a home. This article discusses the idea of due diligence in real estate and how it applies to

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Sunbelt Migration

By Brent Vaughn / April 7, 2021

A Pandemic Trend That Benefits the Southern States It may not be hard to understand why people are moving to the Sunbelt. The name pretty much sums up the appeal of moving to the South — lovely weather, plenty of suns, limited snow accumulation. Now, factor in a global pandemic that has shown us most

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How Much Does a Property Management Company Cost?

By Brent Vaughn / March 31, 2021

Understanding the Monthly Fees A property management company is a support system that helps with the day-to-day tasks of owning and renting a property. They are highly trained individuals with the skillset and ability to handle all of the issues that arise when dealing with the proper running of a rental property. While a property

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How To Identify the Right Buyer for Your Home

By Brent Vaughn / March 24, 2021

Knowing Your Buyer’s Profile Having the largest pool of potential buyers in mind is the best strategy for selling your house. After all, the more buyers, the better the offers. There are many factors that go into selling your home such as location, home-style, and price. However, not everyone will have the same wants and

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Should I sell my house in the 2021 market?

By Brent Vaughn / March 17, 2021

Raleigh Real Estate Market Trends for 2021 Hold onto your seatbelts because 2021 is about to be another fantastic seller’s market. This year is expected to be a post-pandemic rebound with job market recovery, steady mortgage rates, and an ever-tight supply of homes on the market. If you’re hoping to buy or sell your home

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How To Get Your Home Ready for the Market

By Brent Vaughn / March 10, 2021

A Selling Checklist No matter the number of homes you have sold over the years, there is always some level of stress when preparing a property for the housing market. After all, selling a home is an enormous financial responsibility and requires copious amounts of time and energy. Regardless of your timeline or ability level

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Should I Sell or Rent My Home?

By Brent Vaughn / March 3, 2021

Making the Right Choice for Your Lifestyle Deciding what to do with a potential second property is never an easy task. Whether you are combining two households, inheriting a property from a relative, or purchasing a new home and leaving the old one behind, holding on to your current home once you buy a second

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Who Pays the Realtor’s Commission?

By Brent Vaughn / February 23, 2021

Understanding Real Estate Agent Fees and Who Pays Them It’s always prudent to hire a real estate agent to assist you with the sale or purchase of a home. Realtors know their local markets well, and the experienced ones are savvy negotiators. In exchange for their knowledge and know-how, realtors receive a commission from the

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