Episodes
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Mailbag: How Do I Increase the Marketability of My Home?
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
If you are getting ready to buy or sell a home, there are a lot of things to think about! Angie answers a few questions from the mailbag as people start to prepare for the process. Bart asks how to make his home more marketable for buyers. How it looks online makes a big difference as that’s the first impression homebuyers get!
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Mailbag: How can I increase the marketability of my home?
Is the marketability process the same for online vs. in-person showings?
Mailbag: What are the important questions I should ask potential realtors?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Talking about the National Association of Realtors Settlement
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
With the headlines abuzz about the settlement of real estate commissions, we talk about what the impact will be in the future. Angie outlines what the lawsuit was about and what this means for realtors, buyers, and sellers moving forward. This is a change in how things are practiced, which causes a shift, but not a reason to panic.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What happens with the NAR settlement?
Why does the reporting differ from some of the reality?
What changes for buyers?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Looking for Luxury Homes in the Triangle
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
As we near spring, Angie and the rest of the team at A Cole Realty are seeing a busy year. More buyers and sellers are ready to make a move and the potential for interest rates lowering down the line has people excited. They’ve even seen some multiple-offer situations! If you’re in the buying market, be prepared for a low inventory with more buyers in the market, which makes it competitive.
After the market update, Angie answers two questions from the mailbag. Ben recently relocated and is looking for where to buy a home and yard big enough for his family, including five kids! Then, Terry asks what the price range is for a luxury buyer and how that process might look.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Angie and her team are at 100 pending contracts for the year 2024 already!
Mailbag: Where can I get a large home and yard in my price range?
Mailbag: What price range is a luxury home buyer in?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Mailbag: Where Should I Invest in a Rental Property?
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Some of Angie’s clients are looking for an investment property. Daniel sends in a question to the mailbag to learn what areas are best for long-term value appreciation. Angie talks through this and three other questions from the mailbag in today’s show.
For instance, did you know there’s an exciting new development coming in Chatham county called Asteria? A Storyliving by Disney community is in the works! Whether you are looking for a good spot to land in Pittsboro, gearing up for closing costs or looking to get creative to find a home with an office, Angie and her team can help!
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Mailbag: Where are the best areas to invest in a rental property?
Mailbag: What kind of closing costs should I expect?
Mailbag: Can you help me find a house with a home office?
Mailbag: Are there any upcoming developments in Chatham county that could affect home values?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
National Real Estate Stats and Trends
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Are the same trends happening in the real estate market happening in our local area? Angie shares what she’s experienced alongside homebuyers and home sellers in the Triangle market. This will give you a good idea of what to expect when you go to buy or sell a home.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
One-third of national real estate sales feature a seller concession.
Several new offers are coming through.
Existing home sales are lower than ever.
Mortgage rates are the biggest worry for agents.
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
How To Find A Bargain-Priced Home
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
If you are looking for a home in hopes of finding a bargain, what do you need to know? We look at a slightly older article to see what’s still true in today’s market if you want to find a deal. Knowing what to look for can make all the difference as you bargain shop for your next home. Angie shares her advice so that you don’t accidentally buy something that seems too good to be true and turns out to actually be more money than you planned.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Look for homes that have been on the market longer.
Stay away from turnkey homes or fixer uppers.
Should you shop for alternatives?
Consider less trendy homes in a good location.
Are foreclosures still an option?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Mailbag: Setting A Higher Price For Your Home
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
When selling your home, it can feel like there’s a lot to do to get ready! Angie lays out what to do first when wanting to get a good price for your home. How do you know when it’s right to fix it up vs. selling the home as is? How much effort should you put into it to get a return on that investment of time, money, and effort?
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Mailbag: How to get the best price for my home.
Mailbag: Selling my home as is or fixing it up?
Mailbag: What makes Angie Cole’s team stand out?
Mailbag: How much home can we afford and where?
Mailbag: Are we messing up our home’s value with too many DIY projects?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
What To Expect with ”For Sale By Owner”
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Sometimes people decide to try to do a for sale by owner. Is it worth it or are you likely to face more problems than it’s worth? Angie shares how to be savvy and aware when dealing with a for sale by owner, whether that be on the buyer or the seller side.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Mailbag: How do I navigate the market when buying and selling?
Mailbag: Is buying from a "For Sale by Owner" risky?
The hidden costs of inexperience with selling for sale by owner.
Safety and security concerns are worth considering.
The negotiation process can benefit from a professional.
The paperwork can be a nightmare.
Sorting through the real buyers from the curious onlookers.
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
How To Find The Right Home From Afar
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
How does Angie and her team help someone moving from out-of-state find the right spot for them? Even if you’re searching from afar, there’s a lot you can do to research the right fit. Listen in as Angie talks through what criteria to think through, what kind of home layout you need, and then outlines how her team works with long-distance clients.
Here are the questions Angie answers on today’s show:
Mailbag: How can you help me find my home from afar?
Mailbag: Does my neighborhood hurt my resell value even with a renovation?
Mailbag: How can I be sure my realtor is a good negotiator?
Mailbag: How does Angie’s team alleviate some of the stress and pressure of the process?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Top Fears For Homebuyers And Sellers
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
It’s spooky season! When you walk in a house, do you ever get a sense that it’s haunted? We chat about some untold mysteries before we talk about the top fears homebuyers and home sellers face. From uncovering hidden home damage after closing to losing money in the sale, are any of these things keeping you up at night? Angie reassures us through these fears and strategizes how to overcome them with ease.
Here are the fears we discuss on today’s show:
Watch out for unseen issues or damage found after closing the home.
Some are scared about overspending on their house.
FOMO might cause overspending.
Sellers fear overpricing.
The fear that no one makes an offer can freak out sellers.
What if a deal falls through due to unqualified buyers?
Check out our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/