Buying a home is the greatest financial decision and commitment a family or individual will make. However, unlike the financial decisions made on a daily basis, the purchase of home is not merely a monetary decision, but a lifelong investment in your future with repercussions affecting your entire life for years to come. Understanding these factors, and the lasting repercussions this decision will have on your day to day life, exemplifies why employing a professional RE/MAX United agent versed in such matters is so important.
Home ownership remains the milestone by which individuals rank their accomplishments toward reaching the American dream. RE/MAX United
Agents are
committed to ensuring every buyer we represent receive the
tools to make that dream possibility a reality.
We understand the choices home buyers make in their purchase decision
will have dramatic and lasting affects on their lives. That is why our
agents take a practical approach to the home search process, enabling us
to not only find customers the right house, but the right home within the
guidelines provided.
Our agents' ability to deliver an honest appraisal of customer needs means
buyers receive pragmatic guidance to select from the best properties
available, in the most compatible communities, and within their means.
This competency provides our clientele with a sense of, and actual stability,
in what is normally an unstable environment resulting in
customers
benefiting both you and
and your family in the buying process.
There are many real estate agents to choose from in the Triangle, and many have a competent understanding of the real estate market. However, few agencies possess the knowledge and awareness of both the market and the local community epitomized in all of RE/MAX United's agents. RE/MAX United has all the tools necessary to assist you in this
difficult process from the introductory step-by-step overview to the final closing. So whether this your a first time as a home buyer or you are a seasoned buyer, let our expertise make your process of purchasing a home an enjoyable experience.
Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill form an area of North Carolina known as The Triangle. The distinctiveness of the area as a Southern cultural haven is home to world-class
museums, Broadway productions and concerts, a multitude of historical sites, and shopping and fine-dining
on par with any metropolis.
Renowned for its moderate weather, while still providing residents the splendor of the change of seasons, the area is also home to a professional hockey franchise, top-tier collegiate sporting events, and every
outdoor activity possible under the Carolina sun.
Situated in the heart of North Carolina, the Triangle and the Capital City of Raleigh possess all the amenities associated with living in a large city, while maintain a traditional small town Southern charm.
The result: residents and visitors alike benefit from a classic Southern culture in a diverse modern setting, with convenient access to all of the amenities the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Ranges have to offer as well.
While the area is recognized for its beauty, its intellect is its biggest draw. The Triangle, renowned for its intellectual and technological excellence, is the home to Research Triangle
Park (RTP), recognized as the Silicon Valley of the East Coast; Duke, Wake, and UNC Medical Centers, developing breakthrough medical techniques every day; and is recognized as one of the leading communities in K -12 education in the country.
To learn more about all North Carolina and The Triangle has to offer, please visit the links provided below, or or more specific details about the area, please contact us directly by telephone at (800) 526-7383 or via email us at relocation@homesforraleigh.com and one of our relocation specialists will be happy to assist you.
Relocation to a new area is always a difficult transition, especially for home buyers. With so many issues to address and so many unknown variables to overcome it is wise to put such a transition into the hands of experts. Having relocated Triangle residents for over 20 years, RE/MAX United is the most capable source to assist you with all of your relocation needs. Our agents are adept at first ensuring buyers are fully informed about their decision; second, adequately prepared and aware of the of scope of such a transition; and therefore fully informed of all aspects of the process and therefore assured to ensure the criteria critical to
a home purchase are satisfied.
RE/MAX United clients benefit from a wealth of local knowledge and area specific information that helps buyers understand the distinctive traits of communities,
recognize and appreciate the idiosyncrasies of individual neighborhoods, and fully explain that benefits and liabilities each city has to offer. Our knowledge and assessment of local
school districts is unsurpassed,
and our comprehensive awareness
and understanding of the idiosyncrasies and character traits of
communities is unrivaled.
North Carolina's Triangle is named after the three major cities of the area: Raleigh, Durham and Cary located within three counties: Durham County, with a population of 250,000; Orange County, with a population of 125,000; and Wake County with a population of 800,000 residents. While sharing a common identity as members of the Triangle, each area is distinguished by the individual characteristics of the individual cities that make up the area.
Expert in all areas of The Triangle, as well as the cities surrounding the greater Raleigh metropolis, RE/MAX United is proud to offer clientele with a diverse roster of agents able to assist buyers with finding the community best suited to their distinct needs. Our agent's expertise and familiarity with the area in general, as well as local and specific knowledge about individual communities and their unique characteristics, sets us apart from any other real estate agency in the area.
To begin the process of finding the right community for your specific needs we encourage buyers to contact our office to find an agent adept at qualifying and
matching clients with the right community. We have also provided the links below to assist buyers in their search for the right area, should they prefer to begin their investigation prior to contacting us.
The state of North Carolina, and specifically the Triangle, have consistently been recognized nationally for their accomplishments in the field of education. A source of pride and focus for all North Carolinians, the state possesses one of the most accomplished school programs across the Elementary, Middle, High School and Collegiate levels. North Carolina students, and the communities that encompass the state have a passion and direct focus on education, enabling it to consistently rank among the highest national achievers in independent studies and testing results year in and year out.
Home to such prestigious institutions such as
Duke University, NC State University, and the
University of North Carolina, the area also enjoys its recent recognition by Forbes Magazine as possessing the highest ranked school districts in the county.
For more specifics, and a third party look into the value of the Triangle's local
education system, select from the links listed below to be directed to further information.
The decision to purchase a home is an important investment in your future. Coming to the realization that capitalizing on the value home equity provides individuals is the primary reason many buyers choose to end their practice of renting and seek home ownership.
The advantages inherent in home ownership are important to recognize, especially for prospective buyers. In fact, the benefits of owning a home are an important variable in the decision to buy. These benefits include the following important factors:
Payments on your mortgage loan mean you are acquiring a major possession; instead of rent, you own more and more. The garden you plant, the permanent improvements you make - all enhance your way of living as well as the value of your home.
Home ownership also allows buyers to protect their monthly obligations against the variable, and at times striking, affects of inflationary trends. Home owners possess a capability to maintain static expenses in economic environments that are dramatically dynamic.
Real estate taxes and mortgage interest are tax deductible. Unlike rental expenses which are defined simply as a monthly expense by the IRS, property owners are able to take advantage of the tax and mortgage deductions available with ownership.
Home ownership provides buyers with a level of financial independence unavailable to renters. While rental expenses can increase over time, fixed mortgages remain constant, no matter the economic climate. This allows home owners the budget flexibility of known fixed expenses while building financial equity.
The cash equity that investment in a home provides allows you to receive financial stability through the equity investments available and maturation of value normally recognized over a period of time. These factors, when coupled with the safety and security of ownership, the advantages of building and making a house a home, and the companionship and memories built in its development make the purchase of a home an investment that supercedes a monetary value.
