Insights
Plain-language guides for people buying or selling a home in the Triangle.
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Your down payment affects the amount you borrow, the cash you need at closing, and the savings you keep after the purchase. Compare the complete cash plan before choosing a percentage.
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Architectural labels are most useful when they help you ask better questions about layout, maintenance, renovation, energy performance, and inspection.
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Durham's architectural history can help buyers understand what they are seeing. Practical due diligence still depends on the individual building, its records, systems, and planned use.
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Long lists of the best places to live rarely help. Start with your own days, then compare a few towns using plain facts.
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