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6 Repairs to Make NOW to Sell Your NC Home This Spring

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No longer can you just throw your house up on the market and hope for the best. That used to work, but not so much anymore. Now the watchword is “fixing to sell,” which means that you’ll likely have to perform certain repairs and updates to meet buyers’ expectations. And this applies especially during spring when inventory … Continued

Self Directed IRA For Real Estate – What Are the Rules in Garner?

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We get asked questions all of the time from savvy investors who we work with here at Garner Investment Company. Most of the questions surround buying investment properties in Garner NC… which we of course know a lot about. But one part of buying an investment property / rental property is how are you going … Continued

Can A House Be Sold While In Probate In Garner NC?

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The answer to the often-asked question “Can a house be sold while it is in probate in Garner NC?” is “Yes.” But you must adhere carefully to your state’s pertinent rules and regulations. The probate court will monitor every step and all aspects of the sale, and if you’re the executor, you, too, must monitor … Continued

Can I sell my Garner house in foreclosure?

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Do you have a Garner NC house that’s in foreclosure right now? Many people going through the NC foreclosure process want to get out from under that burdensome house and wonder if they can sell the house in foreclosure. The short answer: yes. The long answer: it’s a little more complicated, but usually you can … Continued

How to Sell your House by Yourself in Garner: A Short Guide

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Selling your house is something you’ll have to do maybe just a few times in your life.  And unless you know a local Garner real estate agent who will sell your house for free or a hugely discounted commission… it can be a real pain in the rear and an expensive process for you as … Continued

Buy my Garner NC house for cash – 2 Questions To Ask

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If your Garner, NC house is facing a foreclosure, and you wish to avoid it… or if you just need to sell your Garner house fast for another reason (you inherited a house, relocating and need to sell, lost your job, agent can’t sell your house, etc.)… then one of the best options that you can … Continued

How to bid on a short sale property

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Short sale properties can be a great source of income for investors, and a great deal for home buyers. It’s important to keep in mind that a short sale is one where the bank has approved a loss on a current loan. They’re losing money, so they want to unload. Generally the current owner is in a rough … Continued

Buying A Garner House? Here’s What To Expect At The Closing Table

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The long search and looking at possibilities is over, the haggling over price is finished, and you’ve qualified for the loan. Now, your dream is about to become a reality – but there remains one final and important step in buying a Garner house. And that, of course, is closing. You don’t, however, have to … Continued

The Eviction Process for Residents of NC

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Eviction is generally unpleasant and may seem harsh at times, but it’s simply a part of the business of being a landlord. And it’s inevitable at some point, so it pays to know the eviction process for residents in NC. Although tenant-landlord and eviction laws vary from state to state, “self-help” evictions are illegal in … Continued

What Can Go Wrong When You Inherit a House in NC

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If you’ve suddenly inherited a house, you may not be prepared for the questions and issues that can arise. And if you make the wrong decisions, you will likely encounter financial, emotional, and family problems before long. Forewarned is forearmed, they say, so here’s some of what can go wrong when you inherit a house … Continued

3 Wise Reasons to Buy a Home in the Spring in Garner

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Each season offers certain advantages and disadvantages to home buyers. Unfortunately, many people don’t approach their home buying with any kind of strategy, especially when it comes to the buying season. So when is the best time to buy a home? The best answer to that depends on a host of variables, including the buyer’s unique personal … Continued