The Savvy Realtor with Angie Cole

Apple’s New North Carolina Campus: What Does This Mean for Triangle Real Estate?

The Triangle got big news recently when Apple announced plans to invest over $1 billion in a new North Carolina campus. With the local real estate market already buzzing, what will this news mean to the future of property values in the area?  
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/apples-new-north-carolina-campus-what-does-this-mean-for-triangle-real-estate/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
2:20 – Angie’s reaction to the news
4:30 – Worry about affordability
6:45 – Should I sell now or wait?

Easy Ways to Boost Your Home Value

How can you increase your home value without breaking the bank? We talk through six ways to boost your home value on this week’s episode of the podcast.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/easy-ways-to-boost-your-home-value/
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
1:06 - Changing out the lighting.
3:40 - Getting new faucets or showerheads.
5:52 - If you do a big re-do
6:56 - Clean up the landscaping.
9:58 - Paint the front door.
13:04 - Is your home pet-friendly?
 

Mailbag: How Can I Make My Home More Attractive To A Buyer?

Do you have a great house but live on a busy street? Wondering if it’s worth finishing your basement before listing? Angie answers these questions and more on today’s podcast.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-how-can-i-make-my-home-more-attractive-to-a-buyer/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - Mailbag: Will the housing market crash?
3:54 - Mailbag: What resources can you provide when flipping a home?
7:10 - Mailbag: How do you sell a home on a busy street?
10:36 - Mailbag: Should I finish off the basement before selling my home?

Mailbag: Will I Get My Money’s Worth Out of This Home Improvement?

Everything little detail adds up when selling a home and attracting a buyer. But do these improvements actually put more money in your pocket when you sell your home?
 
Show notes: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-will-i-get-my-moneys-worth-out-of-this-home-improvement/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:39 - Mailbag: Should I get a solar tube light?
2:43 - Mailbag: Can someone with disabilities bring a support dog to showings?    
4:51 - Mailbag: Does adding attic storage space bring value to the home?
8:04 - Mailbag: Can an upgraded closet pay for itself if we end up selling soon?

Are These National Real Estate Trends Happening In The Triangle?

When it comes to real estate, there are national trends and then there are local trends. On today’s episode of the podcast, we talk about some national trends to see if they are also prevalent in the Triangle real estate market.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/are-these-national-real-estate-trends-happening-in-the-triangle/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode:
1:17 - Should you do a pre-inspection as a seller? 
4:51 - Young adults are dominating the market. 
6:48 - Mortgage rates are increasing slightly. 
8:41 - Are COVID-related changes to the process here to stay? 
11:27 - Do first-time homebuyers have it easier than repeat buyers? 

Mailbag: How Much Should I Put in Due Diligence?

In today’s competitive market, how much should you offer in due diligence? Should you offer more than the list price? Angie answers four questions from the mailbag in this week’s podcast.
 
Read more and get additional resources: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-how-much-should-i-put-in-due-diligence/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - Mailbag: Should I work with an individual agent or a team? 
4:02 - Mailbag: Which home upgrade is best? 
5:56 - Mailbag: How much do I need to pay in due diligence? 
8:32 - Mailbag: How much more than the list price should I offer? 

Mailbag: Why Should I Use A Realtor to Sell My Home?

When selling your home, you want to make sure you’re getting the best offer and the best situation. Angie answers two questions from the mailbag today when it comes to making that sale.
 
Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-why-should-i-use-a-realtor-to-sell-my-home/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:39 - Mailbag: Will my home sell now if it didn’t this past winter? 
2:17 - What’s your favorite grocery store and why?
6:19 - Mailbag: Why shouldn’t I sell my home by owner?

Are These 6 Real Estate Items Underrated or Overrated?

Today we’re talk through six different real estate topics and find out if they are overrated, underrated, or rightly rated. Do you agree with what Angie thinks about each of these?
 
Show notes: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/real-estate-underrated-or-overrated/  
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
1:05 - What do you think about iBuyers?
2:46 - How do you rate referrals?
4:38 - Are real estate apps worth using?
5:38 - What’s the importance of staging a home?
8:54 - Are you a fan of HGTV?
11:31 - Should you write a handwritten note?

Triangle Real Estate Market Update for March 2021

How does the real estate market look right now in spring 2021? Angie gives a summary of what to expect before answering two questions from the mailbag.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/triangle-real-estate-market-update-for-march-2021/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - What’s happening in the local real estate market?   
5:12 - Mailbag: Should I sell multiple properties at once? 
8:05 - Mailbag: How can I ensure I get multiple offers on my home?   

Was This a Tough Year for First-Time Homebuyers?

Feeling frustrated by your first time searching for a home to buy? You may not be alone. Angie talks through the different headlines in the news and how they apply in this area as well, including what it’s been like for first-time homebuyers.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/was-this-a-tough-year-for-first-time-homebuyers/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:48 - Sellers think it’s a good time to sell a home.
1:28 - 18 million homes considered equity rich.
5:47 - Where are the best places to raise a family?
9:31 - Was this a tough year for first-time homebuyers?