Many of our new home buyers in Raleigh Durham as well as some of our existing clients ask us about home equity. What is it? How do I build it? Can I use it for buying a new home? And more. Most of our younger generations consider cryptocurrencies as more solid wealth generators than home equity, but investing in housing is one of the most stable investments, definitely more stable than the latest coin. It is surprising how poor most people's understanding is of home equity when it is one of the most reliable ways to build wealth. We are going to give you a quick course on how to build wealth using home equity and how you can use existing home equity to your financial advantage.

What is Home Equity?

What is equity? Home equity is the percentage…

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It is a glorious fall in The Triangle and as the leaves and temperatures are falling, you will need to do some seasonal maintenance to ensure your home is prepared. These tips save money and keep your home in good condition. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the saying goes and this is really with home maintenance. If you are considering selling this winter or fall, these will also need to be on your checklist. Looking for a specialist to help you maintain your home, work on the gutters, or check your roof? Please reach out! We have excellent home maintenance partners.

Get your Mind on Your Gutters!

Your gutters play a critical role in your home by diverting thousands of gallons of water annually off of your home. They drain…

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Remote work can seem like a dream or make your home feel like a cage, depending on your home office setup. In the past year we have seen many businesses decide to move offices permanently remote or implement hybrid work options. Why? Remote work is not only preferred by many workers who save an average of $2,000-$5,000 and it is also cost-effective for businesses who save an average of $22,000 per employee. As home work is here to stay, we are also seeing work from home preferences change for buyers, and seeing more buyers come to The Triangle because of hybrid work opportunities. If you are a seller looking to make your home more desirable for the home office hybrid worker or you are just looking for a more exciting home office, here is our…

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Fall is in full swing on the Triangle and Durham museums and galleries are hosting a regular season. We may not discuss this often on our blog, but at My NC Homes we are supporters of the arts, and Durham artists and galleries deserve our patronage. They are the creative capital that adds so much value to the area and we wanted to take a minute to spotlight the openings that are going on about town and invite you to check them out! If you purchased a new home, Art can be an excellent investment.

5 Points Gallery of Contemporary Art 

5 Points Gallery is located in downtown Durham and offers a stable of contemporary art in a variety of mediums. From glass to paintings to ceramics, 5 Points has been voted number one in Durham for the past two years…

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