Erica McClenny

Welcome to the area...hopefully! There are many great Realtors who can help you take a look at this home. I wanted to mention that there are some great buys on foreclosures very close to this home. In Wakefield (about 5 mins drive) from the home you selected, there's some SOLID buys with equity in another wonderful neighborhood.

I'm happy to review my VIP Home buyer program with you via a web meeting. It saves you time before you're in town...you need to know what service any Realtor provides!

Have a safe trip and I'm here if you need me.

Erica McClenny
Broker/Sales Manager @ eRealty
o) 919-844-4686
erica@triangleliving.com - Fri Nov 14 2008, 08:35

This is a new home on a .23 acre culdesac lot. the neighborhood is called Whitstone.

I'm happy to email you the full MLS page if it is of interest to you. We offer a free VIP Home Buyer search to show you good, bad and ugly ALL the homes that match your wish list.

Have a great day! - Mon Oct 27 2008, 11:36

I relocated to Raleigh about 11 years ago. I'd suggest you take a look at the Wake Forest/Rolesville area. It's close to everything, small town feel but large city amenities. The schools are solid and it's a great spot to raise children!

Check out http://www.trianglemommies.com for some wonderful mom to mom feedback. I'm here to help if you'd like some basic information without pressure or junk mail!

Good luck with your move... - Tue Oct 21 2008, 07:06

Sean, I've helped many first time buyers still in college or just headed to their first job. The most important thing is you buy smart, when you are ready. Speaking to a mortgage source is the first step to make sure you're qualified and looking in a price range that is comfortable.

I bought my first home with the intention that I'd stay 2-3 years and keep it as a rental when I purchased the next home. It's been a great plan for my retirement and financial growth. At 31, I now own 7 homes!

In the Raleigh area there are many options that will provide you with a home of your own for the same amount as rent. I'd suggest staying away from a duplex as your first purchase. It's a lot of maintenance and you also don't want to dive into being a landlord when you're just learning the pro's and con's of ownership. A townhome is another great choice for first time buyers.

If you're handy...there are some GREAT deals on foreclosed homes that need a little spit shine...

I'm happy to review our VIP Home Buyer program. It's free to use a Realtors help and we also have a $5000 savings guarantee. We pay you $500 if we don't negotiate at least $5000 off your purchase.

Good luck and happy house hunting! - Wed Oct 15 2008, 06:58

Donna, just had a quick thought that I forgot! HUD foreclosures are a great possibility for you too. They have $100 down payment program for owner occupants. That might be a great option if there is a home that you like. They come in all levels of repair...some move in ready other need an overhaul!

You'll still need to get qualified so you know what you're working with though. - Mon Oct 13 2008, 11:38

There are definitely loans out there for folks with decent credit buying a home for themselves. FHA has some great options and as Peggy mentioned in the PP USDA is a wonderful options if you're looking in certain areas. However, USDA is out of $ right now and only certain lenders have access to those loans.

I specialize in first time buyers and cover the Durham area. I'm also a licensed loan originator with Alera Financial. I'm happy to set a time to chat and review my free VIP Home Buyer program.

The absolute first step is to qualify for a loan though...you need to have a budget to house hunt with! Also, if there is anything you'll need to do to ensure you qualify, it's best to know now instead of later.

Good luck and I'm here if you need me... - Mon Oct 13 2008, 11:26