Triangle Area Real Estate News & Information - Seller Info & Tips

Meet Larry Tollen: Team Leader & Founder of My NC Homes

As a longtime Realtor, Larry has seen it all. When he and Andrew founded My NC Homes, it took almost no time at all for them to agree on how they’re team should operate. Experience, integrity, and results. These are the pillars in which their team is founded on because they’re also what’s most important to you as a buyer or seller.

When working with the My NC Homes Team, you can expect nothing but the best service possible. Their team is committed to treating their clients the same way they would wish to be treated were the roles reversed. My NC Homes was founded on the belief that your best interested are the top priority, not the agent’s commission.

Dual Agent: Why NC Homes Doesn’t Represent Buyer & Seller In A Single Transaction

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Meet The My NC Homes Team

The My NC Homes team is one of the Triangle’s most well-rounded real estate firms. Their small-team dynamic allows them to do the work of a big brokerage without compromising the personal attention you deserve during the purchase or sale of your home. Thanks to the unique strengths and abilities of each team member, they’re capable of handling even the most challenging transaction.

Here’s a quick introduction to each team member and a quick summary of what they bring to the table.

Lauren Wimple: Licensed Broker

Lauren grew up in the Triangle area just outside of Raleigh. She’s made lifelong friends, can tell you all about the area’s best hidden gems, and loves to chat about what makes each community so unique.

Lauren graduated in…

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Future-Proof Your Home: Remodelling Your Home To Age In Place

When it comes to retirement, there are a lot of things people look forward to, like golf, travel and hobbies. But they don’t look forward to moving into assisted living facilities. Many prefer to "age in place" and stay in their existing homes as long as possible.

This may sound like a daunting, expensive proposition, but a little planning can go a long way, according to Joe Norwood, owner of Manor House Renovations. "People don’t want to move from their home when they retire," said Norwood. "But most aren’t proactive when it comes to future-proofing their homes as they age."

Joe Norwood is a "Certified Aging in Place Specialist" and Manor House Renovations is one of the Triangle area’s leading home remodeling companies, focusing on modifying…

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How To Remove Pet Odors From Your Home When Getting Ready To Sell

We are a society that loves their pets. We cuddle them, walk them, bathe them, and sometimes, we’ll even create special rooms in the home just for our furry four-legged friends. One of the greatest benefits to owning your home is the ability to have a pet, but after a while, all of the cuddling on the couch, sleeping on the floor, and little accidents here and there can start to leave your house smelling a little less fresh.

When it comes to selling your home in the Triangle Area, you’ll need to make sure that it’s in the best possible condition for when a potential buyer comes along for a showing. You stash your belongings in closets and wipe the counters but odors can be a little more tricky to remove. Here are a few easy ways to get rid of the…

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3 Ways To Increase The Exposure Of Your Chapel Hill Home For Sale

So, you’ve decided you’re ready to sell your home. You’ve chosen a local real estate agent, they’ve helped you set the right price, and have added the listing to their website and the MLS®.

At this stage of the game, some owners might just sit back and let their agent do all of the work, which is fine because that’s what you’re paying them to do. However, if you’re really passionate about selling your home in a timely manner and want to help show buyer’s why they should invest in your home, it’s can take a little work on your part as well. Here are a few easy tips that you can do to help you get top-dollar for your home.

1. Share The Listing On Facebook

An agent can share the listing on Facebook and boost it for a price, but that still only…

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Got a Medical Problem? Here's Why Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Are Among the Best Places to Live

While Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and other towns in the Research Triangle Area have a homey, small city atmosphere, there is nothing small about medical care in the region. With a physician-to-population ratio of more than four times the national average, Durham is referred to as the City of Medicine. The Triangle area has first-rate medical care and medical facilities.

The area is home to two of the nation’s leading medical teaching and research hospitals: Duke University and UNC Chapel Hill. These hospitals train students of medicine, nursing, and other health science specialties.

The City of Medicine's Duke University Hospital

Duke University Hospital is part of the Duke University Medical Center Campus. The hospital offers…

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4 Home Improvement Projects You Probably Shouldn’t Do Yourself

It’s nearly time for the kids to head back to school, which means that there’s still a little bit of time left for ambitious homeowners to do some home improvement projects as a family. One of the things that Pinterest and blogs are great for is inspiring homeowners to be creative and tackle some home projects themselves, but when it comes to home improvements, there are some things are best-left to the professionals.

Trimming Or Removing Trees

Pruning a tree that’s no taller than you or a small shrub is east to do yourself, but as soon as you need a ladder to reach the leaves or need to remove large branches, you should probably leave it to the pros. Removing trees or trimming them will require power tools and considerable heights. A good tree…

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Professional Interior Painting Tips For Absolute Beginners

It’s no secret that adding a fresh coat of paint is one of the best ways to refresh the inside of your home. In fact, it consistently ranks as one of the best home improvements you can do in the Triangle area because of its great return-on-investment. While a seasoned pro will do a quality job in a shorter amount of time, anyone can paint their own home with a little help and the right tools. Summer is the best time to paint your home in the Chapel Hill area, so grab some supplies from the hardware store, pick your preferred hue, and freshen up your space!

Here are some professional tips to help you add a splash of color or just refresh the walls of your Triangle area home this summer.

Painting Supplies – What You’ll Need

• Primer
• Stir…

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How We Can Help You Through Successful Real Estate Negotiations

Negotiations can be one of the more uncomfortable aspects of buying or selling real estate, but an experienced real estate agent like Larry Tollen can help you make sense the process and work through it so that both parties come out satisfied. While negotiations are a great time to ask for things like furniture and existing amenities to be left in the house, the process is always a little bit of give and take from the buyer and the seller. It's important to bear in mind that nobody gets exactly what they want, and each party must be willing to give a little.

At My NC Homes, we have been involved with well over a thousand transactions, so we can offer the experience you need to help you successfully get through negotiating the terms and conditions…

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What Does A REALTOR® Really Do?

You've decided to sell your home in the Triangle area. Now, you may be wondering if you need to hire a Realtor® or if you can sell it yourself and save the commission expense. So what do you get for that commission? What does your Realtor® do for you, the seller?

The Average Realtor® Will Provide The Following Services:

Help you price your house. The Realtor® will do a comparative market analysis to see what similar homes in your area have been selling for. If you price your house too high, buyers will be scared off and the house won’t sell. If you price it too low, you won’t be getting the full value of your home.

Help you show your house to its best advantage. Good Realtor®s will give you advice on how to improve curb appeal, declutter the…

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