Archives: July 2020

What You Need to Know About Inherited Property Taxes

access_timeJuly 28, 2020personAnn Milton Realty

If you recently inherited a home, you might be wondering about the various tax repercussions of owning, keeping, or selling that property. As you might expect, inherited property taxes work a little differently from those on your primary residence, and even those on a second home. These taxes might seem confusing when you’re first starting […]

What You Need to Know Before Selling Inherited Property

access_timeJuly 22, 2020personAnn Milton Realty

Inheriting a home comes with some financial perks… as well as some potential headaches, too. You essentially have three options when you inherit a home: you can sell it, you can rent it, or you can move into it. Selling inherited property can be quite profitable, provided you know how to navigate the most common […]

15 Home Selling Terms to Add to Your Vocabulary

access_timeJuly 15, 2020personAnn Milton Realty

Even if you’ve sold a home before, deciphering real estate jargon can still seem impossible. There’s a lot of unique terminology you should know if you want to make the most of your sale, which means it’s crucial to be well-versed in some of the most common home selling terms before you list. If you’re […]

Best Places to Swim in the Raleigh Suburbs

access_timeJuly 10, 2020personAnn Milton Realty

It’s definitely summer here in the Triangle! And if you know anything about North Carolina summers, you know it’s hot and humid most of the time—so it’s a good thing there are plenty of ways to stay cool! If you really want to relax, it might be time to take a swim in the Raleigh […]

Baby, It’s Hot Outside! Tips for Moving During the Summer

access_timeJuly 6, 2020personAnn Milton Realty

Summer is the hot reason for real estate—figuratively and literally! But while buying a home when the market is hot might seem the logical thing to do, moving during that sticky summer heat might not be so favorable. Here’s how to keep your cool while moving during the summer. The Dos of Moving During the […]

The Pros and Cons of Living in a Neighborhood with an HOA

access_timeJuly 1, 2020personAnn Milton Realty

As you search for your next home, you’ll probably encounter more than a few neighborhoods that have their own homeowners associations. Often abbreviated as HOAs, these groups usually consist of a few elected residents, although they may also be run by an outside management company or developer. While they tend to get a bad rap, […]