Author: karendossey

Stuck with an investment property? 🙁 Real estate is a great investment and you’ve probably read somewhere before that there’s the potential to make a lot of money in repairing and flipping properties or keeping them as rentals. That’s true! But also… the market fluctuates. And sometimes, real estate investing doesn’t feel like everything it … Continued

Depending on how far you’re moving, that can be a big job that requires a lot of time, effort, and money — hopefully, the new employer will help pay for the cost of the move. In fact, if you’re wondering what sort of costs to expect, here’s a general breakdown to help! Costs of Selling … Continued

Well, at Popsicle Properties, we’ve been working with real estate in Raleigh for quite a while now. And we’ve learned a thing or two about upgrading and repairing older homes. In fact, to help YOU, here are some of the most important updates/repairs that should be made based on the age of your home… 1950s … Continued

Well, it’s a good idea to be prepared for negotiations. Always remember that — if you haven’t signed a contract yet — it’s still possible to negotiate the price and buying conditions with your real estate agent and the home buyer. In fact, you should. (You want to make as much money as possible, after … Continued

Going through probate can be a long and challenging process. And the last thing anyone wants is to choose a real estate agent that makes the probate process MORE DIFFICULT than it needs to be. Ideally, you’ll want to work with an agent who has a lot of experience with probate properties. But how do … Continued

Well, you’re not alone! They are very popular among homebuyers and homeowners right now. While tankless water heaters are more expensive than a storage water heater or a heat pump, they are also more energy-efficient and can save you money down the road. Not to mention that homebuyers like to see tankless water heaters in … Continued

As it is, the average time to sell on the MLS is right around 90 days, according to Zillow. And while many people, for various reasons, need to sell faster than that — maybe they need to move because of work or family changes, for instance — doing so can be a bit of a … Continued

Back in the day, YOU may have been the life of the party! “Aint’ slowin’ down ‘til the sun comes up” and all that. Fun times! But, things have changed a bit and life moves on. Now you’ve got responsibilities, a job, a family…kids.  You still like to get your groove on as much as … Continued

Well, that’s awesome. But remember, even the most well-intended promise (from a neighbor or family member, for instance) isn’t a guarantee unless they’ve signed a contract. It’s unfortunate, but at Popsicle Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who counted on someone’s promise to buy their home. But they never did. This wastes the … Continued

At Popsicle Properties, we’ve helped lots of different people in Raleigh sell their homes in a difficult situation. And we wanted to offer a few pieces of advice. Because even though your home is damaged… doesn’t mean you can’t get a decent chunk of money when you sell. Here are a few things to keep … Continued

While having a yard or a beautiful garden can add a lot of joy and satisfaction to your life, it can also be frustrating if you don’t have the ability to maintain it like you wish you could. And the bigger the yard, the bigger problem it becomes. We get it. We’ve worked with home-sellers … Continued

Many buyers today expect the homes they’re viewing to not just be clean and in good quality, but they also want them to be staged — this means the furniture and appliances match the home, look brand new, and improve the overall aesthetic of the property. To be fair, staged homes DO sell better according … Continued

At Popsicle Properties, we can buy your home as-is for cash and we can close in as little as two weeks. In fact, we’ve helped lots of other people in Raleigh sell their homes fast for cash. And we can help you, too! Give us a call at 919-850-5990 to get your fair cash offer! … Continued

Unfortunately, the longer that plumbing problems stick around, generally speaking, the more damage they’re going to do. For example, a leaky pipe creates mold and a dripping faucet can drive up your water bill and waste hundreds of gallons of water each year. So what are you going to do about it? At Popsicle Properties, … Continued

Obviously, you want to make as much money as possible. No seller wants their potential profit to drown in repairs, upgrades, staging, closing costs, and agent commissions. Unfortunately, it happens quickly. Before you know it, everyone and their dog is making money off the sale of your home. So how much is it REALLY to … Continued