As a resident and business owner here in the Triangle, I am always mindful of how my spending and shopping habits can contribute to the community. One of my favorite ways to support small business is to shop at my local farmers market! Doing so not only supports local and regional farmers ... » Learn More about A Guide to the Triangle’s Farmers Markets
Amy Shair Real Estate
5 Mistakes Made by First-Time Buyers and How To Avoid Them
Thinking about buying your first home? The prospect of a home-search can be exciting, but many first-time buyers get ahead of themselves. Before you start bookmarking your favorite listings and spending every weekend at open houses, pause and take note of these first-time buyer mistakes and how you ... » Learn More about 5 Mistakes Made by First-Time Buyers and How To Avoid Them
What to do When You have Just Under 20% Down Payment for Your Mortgage
Buyers try to put 20% down on their mortgage so they can avoid PMI - Private Mortgage Insurance. Sometimes it is hard to do because as interest rates start to rise, buyers are eager to buy now rather than wait to save more money. Rents are increasing so that slows down amount some buyers can save ... » Learn More about What to do When You have Just Under 20% Down Payment for Your Mortgage
