In 2024, a $418 million settlement reshaped how buyer agents are compensated and required written buyer-broker agreements before touring homes. Many expected fees to fall. Instead, early data show little change, with average buyer-agent fees roughly steady around 2.43% in 2025. What the WSJ reports Many buyers are not negotiating or do not realize they […]

🏡 The Triangle region of North Carolina; Cary, Durham, and Raleigh continues to shine in the 2025 WalletHub rankings of the best real estate markets in the U.S. Here’s where they stand: Cary ranks an impressive #2, thanks to its strong job growth, low mortgage delinquency rates, and overall affordability despite a slightly higher cost […]

Reeds Jewelers is set to open a brand-new, 7,000+ sq ft location at 201 Fenton Gateway Drive in late 2025 — another big name joining Cary’s growing lifestyle destination. Founded in Wilmington, NC in 1946, Reeds has built a reputation for its exceptional selection of fine diamonds, luxury watches, and designer jewelry, along with standout […]

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Open houses are one of the best parts of the home search. They give you a chance to explore different spaces, see what’s out there, and get a real feel for what could be your next home. But with so many details competing for your attention, it’s easy to get sidetracked by the little things. […]

Thinking about selling your home? Whether you’re getting ready for a bigger place, heading to a new city, or just ready for a fresh start, this is an exciting chapter. We’re here to help you make the most of it. Over the years, we’ve helped a lot of people sell their homes, and we’ve seen […]