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General ThoughtsNovember 19, 2017

Home Buyers: Test Drive The Driveway!

When home buyers in the Triangle drive to properties in a separate vehicle from me, I always tell them to park in the driveway. “Test drive the driveway. It isContinue readingHome Buyers: Test Drive The Driveway!

General ThoughtsApril 16, 2014

The current market in the Raleigh-Cary area is moving FAST!

Sellers’ Market Alert! Real Estate Factoid! Since yesterday morning, as of now, 55 Wake County homes have been put on “Contingent” status in the Triangle MLS. For those 55 listings,Continue readingThe current market in the Raleigh-Cary area is moving FAST!

Why's & How's of this siteSeptember 11, 2013September 11, 2013

WordCamp Raleigh 2013!

With my entire real estate website built around WordPress, I am delighted to see that the stars have aligned and I can attend WordCamp, Raleigh, 2013 Version. I have beenContinue readingWordCamp Raleigh 2013!

Real Estate StuffSeptember 6, 2013September 5, 2013

JUMBO Rates are Lower than Conforming Rates?? Wow.

JUMBO loans, Home loans for more than $417,000 for upscale homes in the Triangle market, are coming in cheaper than conforming loans at less than $417,000! Luxury Home buyers andContinue readingJUMBO Rates are Lower than Conforming Rates?? Wow.

Why's & How's of this siteAugust 8, 2013August 8, 2013

RealtyArts.com Renovations near completion, 2013 Style

We are nearing completion of the complete redesign of the website, and enjoying the outcome tremendously. Originally we were, MikeJaquish.com, then CaryRealEstateSales.com, and now RealtyArts.com What’s in a name? Well,Continue readingRealtyArts.com Renovations near completion, 2013 Style

Real Estate StuffMay 10, 2013May 10, 2013

“Coming Soon” culture? Is this current fad of REALTOR® MLS Members Eroding the Credibility, Equity Value, and Integrity of Our Multiple Listing Service?

You see it more and more. Real Estate Signs blaring “COMING SOON!!!” “COMING SOON” riders hung on signs for weeks. And the big day never arrives. The home never “Comes.”Continue reading“Coming Soon” culture? Is this current fad of REALTOR® MLS Members Eroding the Credibility, Equity Value, and Integrity of Our Multiple Listing Service?

General ThoughtsApril 5, 2013April 4, 2013

Get Pre-approved to have a chance in the Cary Real Estate Market.

Craziness reigns in Cary real estate. But, buyers, if you think you are going to score a new home in a great Cary neighborhood this spring, you are going toContinue readingGet Pre-approved to have a chance in the Cary Real Estate Market.

Real Estate StuffApril 4, 2013April 4, 2013

Triangle Real Estate Forum? Free Real Estate Advice? Why? I say, Why Not?

Visit Zillow or Trulia. Watch people with reasonable real estate questions being offered no help as they are routinely pestered and solicited by hordes of real estate agents resembling BiblicalContinue readingTriangle Real Estate Forum? Free Real Estate Advice? Why? I say, Why Not?

Real Estate StuffApril 3, 2013April 3, 2013

Realty Arts, LLC: A New Name. Same Real Estate Service Philosophies

“Do you sell homes in Raleigh?” used to be a common question. Or homes in Apex? Or Morrisville? Or Holly Springs? Concentrating marketing near my home in Cary, and myContinue readingRealty Arts, LLC: A New Name. Same Real Estate Service Philosophies

Real Estate StuffSeptember 2, 2012September 2, 2012

2012 and Wake County Property Taxes

2012 is the mid-point of the Wake County property tax assessment cycle. We reassess all properties every eight years. Last full property tax reassessment was performed in 2008, and theContinue reading2012 and Wake County Property Taxes

Mortgage and Financial CalculatorsFebruary 9, 2012

Is the Fed Fooling us and fueling an uncontrollable inflationary rebound?

Prof. Michael Bordo interviewed by MarketWatch reporter, Greg Robb: Did your eyes glaze over in the middle? Or at the end where Professor Bordo says he fears the Fed willContinue readingIs the Fed Fooling us and fueling an uncontrollable inflationary rebound?

Real Estate Photos and Videos, Real Estate StuffOctober 10, 2011December 11, 2012

Photos in MLS Listings Carry a LOT of Weight

Poor photos diminish property values … Continue readingPhotos in MLS Listings Carry a LOT of Weight

Real Estate Photos and Videos, Real Estate StuffAugust 3, 2011

De-Clutter your Attic when Staging your Home for Sale! 60 Seconds in Real Estate Cary NC

Listing Agents should encourage de-cluttering of storage areas to impress buyers and buyers agents. … Continue readingDe-Clutter your Attic when Staging your Home for Sale! 60 Seconds in Real Estate Cary NC

Real Estate Photos and Videos, Real Estate StuffJuly 27, 2011July 27, 2011

Real Estate Sales Settlement and Closing in Cary NC, 60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC

Buyers need to know when they will receive keys to the house. Typically, that is after Closing. … Continue readingReal Estate Sales Settlement and Closing in Cary NC, 60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC

Mortgage and Financial Calculators, Real Estate StuffJuly 4, 2011August 30, 2011

Mike’s No Hassle Mortgage Payment Calculator

Calcmoolator mortgage payment calculator … Continue readingMike’s No Hassle Mortgage Payment Calculator

Cary NC, Real Estate Photos and Videos, Real Estate StuffJuly 1, 2011July 28, 2011

Home Inspections: Do it Before you Market your Home! 60 Seconds in Real Estate in Cary NC

Prelisting inspections can help a Seller over some hurdles on the way to closing. … Continue readingHome Inspections: Do it Before you Market your Home! 60 Seconds in Real Estate in Cary NC

Real Estate Photos and VideosJune 28, 2011June 30, 2011

Open Houses? I do them. 60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC

Open houses work, but only if the listing agent REALTOR® works them! … Continue readingOpen Houses? I do them. 60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC

Real Estate Photos and VideosJune 8, 2011

You CAN Sell a home in this Market, 60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC

A short market report video, and how to sell a home in this market. … Continue readingYou CAN Sell a home in this Market, 60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC

Real Estate Photos and Videos, Real Estate StuffJune 6, 2011June 6, 2011

60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC: Buyers Agency Agreement

A few high points on Buyers Agency Agreements, and what they mean in Cary, NC. … Continue reading60 Seconds in Real Estate, Cary NC: Buyers Agency Agreement

Real Estate Photos and VideosJune 3, 2011

60 Seconds in Real Estate: NC Residential Property Disclosure Statement

60 Seconds in Real Estate takes on the NC Residential Property Disclosure Statement. … Continue reading60 Seconds in Real Estate: NC Residential Property Disclosure Statement

Real Estate Photos and VideosJune 1, 2011June 1, 2011

Introducing 60 Seconds in Real Estate

Real Estate Video. 60 Seconds in Real Estate. … Continue readingIntroducing 60 Seconds in Real Estate

Cary NCDecember 23, 2009

I don’t give legal advice, but, “Who gets your kids?”

I try to work this conversation into every closing meeting. With the attorney at the table.

Real Estate StuffApril 10, 2009July 28, 2011

Common Steps to Home Buying in Cary, NC

Common steps to Home Buying in Cary, NC

Real Estate StuffMarch 19, 2009March 18, 2009

6% Buyer’s Agent Commission? Buyer Beware?

Buyers must know if their agent is eligible for a higher than agreed commission. It’s the law in North Carolina.