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In just 2019, there were 2 million solar panel installations in the U.S., according to PV Magazine. But is it a good idea to install solar panels on YOUR home in Raleigh? We’ve worked in real estate for quite some time in Raleigh and over that time, we’ve seen a lot of trends come and … Continued

Good news! You can ALWAYS negotiate that number. (If they tell you that it’s non-negotiable, it’s probably a good idea to find a different real estate agent to work with.) At Popsicle Properties, we’ve been buying and selling real estate for quite some time in Raleigh… and so we’re quite familiar with this process. In … Continued

It seems that there are more places in the budget for money to go than there is money most days, doesn’t it?  Sometimes it’s hard to choose because everything is important – we understand!  Especially when it comes to a college education.  Currently, the average cost of a 4-year degree ranges from $103,000 – $215,000, … Continued

Naturally, you want to get as much money as possible for your property! But real estate agents know that… and some will take advantage of that by simply telling you that they’ll be able to sell your house for more than other agents — and they’ll give you a listing price that’s too high. At … Continued

We get it. There are a lot of reasons that parents might want to change school districts — so their children can attend a school with better education, to get their children out of a bad environment, to make the commute easier, for sports, or just to get a fresh start. Whatever the case, here … Continued

At Popsicle Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners in Raleigh who sought to relocate in order to be closer to family. And we get it. Family is important. There are a lot of reasons someone might want to move closer to family — help with raising kids, health issues, or simply a desire … Continued

Well, we’ve been buying and selling real estate in Raleigh for quite some time now. We’ve helped many sellers out of sticky situations (foreclosure, job relocation, bad tenants, divorce… you name it). And if you’re interested, we can make you a fair cash offer on YOUR home, too — we can even close in as … Continued

Good idea! By doing so, you avoid paying agent commissions and have much more control over how you market your home and whom you sell your home to. (Not to mention that it’s a seller’s market right now… so selling your home by yourself is easier than ever before!) Still, selling as FSBO might raise … Continued

There are a lot of different factors that go into selling a home. Can you find a good real estate agent? Is the market advantageous right now? Can you afford the costs of selling a home? Has your home become more than you can handle (too many stairs, too many repairs, too much cleanup… etc)? … Continued

We know how frustrating this can be. At Popsicle Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who struggled for a long time to sell their property on the MLS. From our experience, there are really only a few reasons that homes get stuck in limbo like this. And here, we wanted to go over … Continued

Well, you wouldn’t be alone. Millions of people around the nation work with real estate agents every year to make real estate transactions easier and more seamless. But here’s a question that you might not have the answer to… What do real estate agents actually DO? After all, that’s an important question. If you’re going … Continued

Well, at Popsicle Properties, we’ve been honored to help homeowners (INCLUDING veterans and active-duty military personnel) sell their homes quickly for a fair cash price. And we understand that selling under PCS pressure can be a little overwhelming. So here are some quick tips to help you sell in a timely and profitable manner! Hire … Continued

Which is better? Maybe you’re in the process of selling your home and you’re wondering whether it’d be better to rent or buy… Well, at Popsicle Properties, we’ve been helping home sellers get a fair cash price for their homes in Raleigh for quite some time. Over the years, we’ve seen the pros and cons … Continued

Buying a home is exciting. Trying to find the perfect house — one that fits the budget and all of the criteria buyers tend to have for their living situation. But selling a home? It can be a little complicated to know when to sell, how to sell, and how much is reasonable to expect … Continued