Jon Tennant's latest insights on the Triangle real estate market — straight answers, no sales pitch.
Accessory dwelling units have gone from a niche concept to a mainstream buyer consideration in the Triangle. From detached backyard cottages to garage apartments and in-law suites, here is what an ADU is, what the zoning rules look like in Raleigh and Durham, and what to check before you buy an ADU property.
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October 15, 2026 · Residential Buyer
From detached backyard cottages to garage apartments and in-law suites — what an ADU is, rental income potential, the zoning rules in Raleigh and Durham, and what to check before you buy.
October 15, 2026 · Business Selling
What business brokers actually do — valuation, confidential marketing, buyer qualification, negotiation, and closing — how they differ from CPAs and attorneys, and how they are paid in NC.
October 15, 2026 · Business Buying
Most people who want to own a business think about starting one. What they do not fully appreciate is how brutal that path is statistically — and how buying an existing business solves most of the problems that cause startups to fail.
October 15, 2026 · Business Selling
Reduce owner dependence, clean up your financials, cut customer concentration, lock in recurring revenue, and build a management team — the five levers that build value before you go to market.
October 15, 2026 · Business Selling
Commission math, confidential marketing, buyer qualification, and deal structuring — an honest breakdown of what a broker does versus selling for sale by owner in NC.
October 14, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Two northern Wake County communities, two very different stages of growth. Here is how Wake Forest and Rolesville compare on price, schools, downtown character, commute, and the commuter rail.
October 14, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Johnston County has quietly become one of the fastest-growing corridors in the Triangle. Here is how Clayton, Garner, and Smithfield compare on price, commute, schools, and who each one is actually right for.
October 14, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Family gifts toward a down payment are a meaningful part of how first-time buyers bridge the affordability gap. The loan rules, the gift letter, sourcing and seasoning, and the 2026 gift tax limits.
October 14, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Durham and Raleigh are 25 miles apart and feel like they exist in different universes. Here is how to decide which Triangle city is right for you in 2026 — personality, job market, prices, and schools.
October 14, 2026 · Residential Buyer
From water testing and well inspections to septic checks, financing rules, and the real financial upside — here is what buyers need to know before making an offer on a property with private utilities.
October 12, 2026 · Residential Buyer
North Raleigh and Cary are the two most popular destinations for families relocating to the Triangle. Here is how to think through budget, schools, commute, and lifestyle to decide which one fits your life.
October 12, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Co-buying a home is more common than it used to be. Here is what you need to know about how to hold title, co-ownership agreements, mortgage liability, down payment and equity splits, and your exit strategy before you sign anything with someone else.
October 12, 2026 · Residential Buyer
The VA loan can finance new construction — but the process, builder requirements, and appraisal rules are different. One-time close construction loans, VA-approved builders, Minimum Property Requirements, the funding fee, and timelines, explained straight.
October 9, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Housing, property taxes, state income tax, utilities, and everyday expenses — an honest cost of living comparison for anyone moving from a major metro to Raleigh-Durham in 2026. The savings are real, but the details matter.
October 9, 2026 · Business Buying
An LOI is a written proposal that outlines the basic terms of a business acquisition. What it includes, whether it is legally binding, why you should not wait for perfect information, and how to approach it strategically.
October 9, 2026 · Business Selling
EBITDA is the earnings figure buyers and lenders use to value a business. What it stands for, why those four items get added back, how it differs from SDE, and how it drives your sale price in North Carolina.
October 9, 2026 · Residential Buyer
University town, walkable downtown, world-class healthcare through UNC Health, and lifelong learning through OLLI. Chapel Hill rewards retirees who want to be part of a place — but the cost of living requires honest budgeting.
October 9, 2026 · Residential Buyer
North Carolina's homestead exemption excludes the greater of $25,000 or 50% of the appraised value of a primary residence from property taxes for qualifying owners. Who qualifies, what counts as income, how to apply, and the Circuit Breaker program.
October 7, 2026 · Residential Buyer / Market Timing
Spring is the most competitive time of year to buy in the Triangle. January and February offer something spring almost never does: more motivated sellers, less competition, softer prices, and real negotiating leverage for buyers who are prepared.
October 7, 2026 · Business Selling
Manufacturing businesses average 3.0x SDE and 0.38x revenue in NC. What drives your multiple up, what buyers scrutinize in due diligence, environmental considerations, and whether to sell the real estate too.
October 7, 2026 · Residential Seller
The last kid leaves for college and suddenly you are living in a four-bedroom house with three empty rooms. From understanding your equity position to coordinating the buy and the sell, here is how to approach downsizing in Raleigh-Durham.
October 7, 2026 · Business Selling
Not every inquiry is a qualified buyer. The four buyer types, the four channels that actually produce buyers, how confidentiality works, and how long a North Carolina business sale really takes.
October 7, 2026 · Residential Buyer
Inventory is higher, days on market have stretched, and sellers are more willing to negotiate than they have been in years. How to use that leverage, ask for closing costs, negotiate repairs, and structure an offer that gets accepted.
October 6, 2026 · Residential Buyer
608 Raleigh Road in Wilson, NC still has its original hand-stenciled walls and ceilings from 1937. Five bedrooms, 5,848 square feet, over an acre in downtown Wilson, asking $1,000,000.
October 6, 2026 · Residential Buyer / Local
Both sit within a short drive of RTP — but they are meaningfully different places. Commute times, home prices, schools, community character, and new construction compared straight-up.
October 6, 2026 · Business Selling / Retail
Retail businesses average 2.72x SDE and 0.58x revenue in NC. What drives your multiple up, how inventory is handled at closing, and how to prepare your retail business for sale.
October 6, 2026 · Residential Buyer / New Construction
Over three weekends in October, hundreds of newly built homes across the Triangle open their doors for free, self-guided tours. The 2026 dates, how it works, and what to pay attention to.
October 3, 2026 · Residential Buyer / New Construction
From builder representation and the real price behind the base price to contract pitfalls, inspections, HOA and PID fees, appraisal risk, and warranties — here is what to watch out for before you sign a builder contract.
October 3, 2026 · Commercial Real Estate / Investment Analysis
Buying commercial real estate is driven by numbers, not emotion. From Net Operating Income and cap rate to cash on cash return, lease structure, stress testing, and market position — here is the analytical framework to use.
October 3, 2026 · Business Selling / Step-by-Step Guide
From deciding you are ready to assembling your advisory team, valuation, confidential marketing, letters of intent, due diligence, and closing — here is every step in order.
October 3, 2026 · Residential Buyer / Market Report
Inventory is up, Raleigh's median days on market has stretched to 39 days, and buyers have more leverage than at any point since before 2020. The full picture on prices, supply, and the fall market.
October 3, 2026 · Residential Buyer / Market Timing
Spring brings the most inventory and the most competition. Fall is the underrated buying season. January and February deliver the most leverage — here is what the data actually shows.
October 1, 2026 · Business Buying / SBA Financing
A significant change to SBA 7(a) lending took effect on October 1, 2026. The new mandatory step that determines the earnings figure behind the entire deal — and what it means for NC buyers and sellers.
October 1, 2026 · Commercial Real Estate
A plain-language breakdown of cap rate, the formula, where Triangle commercial real estate is trading in 2026 by property type, and how financing changes the picture for investors.
October 1, 2026 · Commercial Real Estate
The trade-offs, SBA 504 financing, and what the 2026 Triangle commercial market looks like — plus a decision framework for business owners in Wake and Durham County.
October 1, 2026 · Business Buying / Due Diligence
Financial, legal, operational, license, and lease due diligence — the complete checklist for NC buyers verifying everything before they close.
October 1, 2026 · Buyers / Market
Median prices, inventory, days on market, the case for buying now, and when waiting is genuinely the smarter call.
October 1, 2026 · Business Buying / SBA Financing
How the SBA 7(a) loan works for buying a business — credit score requirements, the 10% down payment, DSCR, timelines, and seller financing.
September 29, 2026 · Business Brokerage
Clean financials, SDE, reduced owner dependence, diversified customers, and documented systems — the ten steps NC owners should take before going to market.
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Every buyer eventually asks the same question — is now the right time to buy, or should I wait? Median prices, inventory, days on market, the case for buying now, and when waiting is genuinely the smarter call.
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The businesses that sell quickly and at strong prices are almost never the ones that decided to list on a whim. Here are the ten steps NC owners should take before going to market — from clean financials and SDE to reducing owner dependence and assembling your advisory team.
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The closing table is not the finish line. The transition period, taxes, deploying your proceeds, the identity shift, and non-compete agreements — what NC business owners should expect and plan for after the sale.
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Buyer demand is deep, SBA 7(a) lending is active, and valuations are holding. What the 2026 market looks like for NC business owners, when it might make sense to wait, and why your financials matter more than market timing.
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Two of the most popular family destinations in southwest Wake County, compared honestly. Location and commute, home prices, schools, community feel, and new construction, plus which town wins for your specific situation.
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Buyers decide how they feel about a home before they walk through the front door. What the research says about curb appeal, why the driveway matters, and the exterior improvements that pay off.
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The MLS is the floor, not the ceiling. Professional photography and video, targeted paid social to feeder markets, YouTube distribution, agent email networks — and why the first two weeks decide the outcome.
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The due diligence fee, closing costs, inspections, first-year insurance, HOA dues, and the maintenance reserve — the full list of costs that hit before and after closing in North Carolina, so you are not caught off guard.
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For families relocating to the Triangle, school quality is often the deciding factor between neighborhoods and sometimes between cities. How school assignment actually works in Wake, Durham, and Chapel Hill-Carrboro before you start your home search.
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You do not need a 20% down payment to buy in the Triangle. NC Home Advantage, the $15,000 NC 1st Home Advantage, FHA, USDA, and VA loans — and how buyers with less than $10,000 saved are closing in NC right now.
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Cary is clean, safe, well-planned, and consistently ranked among the most livable cities in the United States. It is also built for a specific type of resident — and for that resident it delivers at an extremely high level. An honest look at what living in Cary actually looks like year round.
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The Raleigh-Durham Triangle has been one of the top relocation destinations in the country for several years. What started as a steady migration of remote workers and young professionals has evolved into something more structural: major corporate expansions and new company headquarters are arriving in the Triangle and bringing hundreds, sometimes thousands, of employees with them. Here is who is moving, what it does to home prices, and how both buyers and sellers can position themselves in 2026.
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Selling your first home is a completely different experience than buying one. When you bought, someone else was managing the strategy. Now you are on the other side of the table — and the decisions you make in the weeks before and after you list directly affect how much money you walk away with. Here is what to do and what to avoid, from pricing and presentation to the NC due diligence period and the inspection negotiation.
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Buying your first home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make — and the Triangle is a strong market to do it in. But first-time buyers make predictable mistakes that cost them time, money, and deals. Here is a straight-up list of the dos and don'ts, from pre-approval and the NC due diligence period to inspections, negotiating, and staying disciplined when emotions run high.
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Most sellers assume negotiation is the buyer's game. The reality is that sellers who understand negotiation, and prepare for it before the first offer arrives, consistently walk away with better outcomes than those who are figuring it out in real time.
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Professionally photographed homes sell 32% faster on average and for $3,000 to $11,000 more in the $200K to $1M range. What professional photography actually delivers, what to expect to pay in the Triangle, and what your listing agent should already be doing.
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Downtown Durham, Ninth Street and the Duke East Campus area, Morehead Hill and Trinity Park, Lakewood and Southside, and the Brier Creek and RTP corridor — plus what to budget at each price point in 2026.
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Veridea is a 1,100-acre, $7 billion master-planned development in southwest Apex — and it is already under construction. At full buildout it brings roughly 8,000 homes, 12 million square feet of commercial space, an NC Children's Health Campus, a Wake Tech campus, and an on-site elementary school.
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North Hills and Midtown, Brier Creek, the Leesville Road corridor, Six Forks and Falls Lake, and Wake Forest — plus what to budget at each price point. A straight guide to North Raleigh's most in-demand family neighborhoods.
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The 28/36 rule explained, what lenders actually look at, real price ranges at $75K, $100K, $130K, and $160K incomes, and the costs buyers forget — property taxes, insurance, HOA dues, and maintenance.
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Raleigh, Durham, and Cary are only 20 to 30 minutes apart — but they feel like three different markets. The straight breakdown of pricing, schools, culture, RTP access, and lifestyle — and how to actually choose between them.
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Median prices and days on market, why pre-approval is not optional, the true cash-to-close cost including NC's due diligence fee, how the North Carolina contract actually works, what to evaluate in a Triangle neighborhood, and why a local agent makes the difference.
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Buying an existing business is one of the smartest moves an entrepreneur can make — but the process is more involved than most first-time buyers expect. Screening listings, the NDA, the Letter of Intent, due diligence, and navigating an SBA 7(a) loan in 2026.
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Open houses are one of the most misunderstood tools in real estate. Sellers either expect them to single-handedly sell their home or they dismiss them as a waste of time. The truth is somewhere in the middle. The five myths Triangle sellers believe most often, when open houses actually work, and how to prepare your home for one.
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Construction businesses in North Carolina are in demand right now. Here is what owners need to know before going to market: what the business is worth using real earnings and revenue multiples, what buyers scrutinize (owner dependence, backlog, licensing, bonding, EMR), the NC-specific rules around licenses and entity structure, realistic timelines, and whether you need a business broker.
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One of the first questions every business owner asks when they start thinking about selling is, "What is my business actually worth?" The answer depends on your industry, your financials, your lease, your customer base, and a dozen other factors — but the process follows a clear framework. Here is how it works: the three main valuation approaches, how to calculate your Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE), real industry multiples, what drives your multiple up or down, and how to get an accurate valuation.
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Insurance agencies are some of the most valuable small businesses in North Carolina — a well-run book of business with loyal clients and recurring commission income is exactly what buyers want. Here is what agency owners need to know before going to market: what the business is worth using real earnings and revenue multiples, what drives value up or down, the NC-specific licensing rules, realistic timelines, retention holdbacks, and whether you need a business broker.
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Selling a restaurant is one of the most complex business transactions you can go through. Here is what restaurant owners in North Carolina actually need to know before going to market — what the business is worth using real earnings multiples, what buyers scrutinize, the NC-specific rules around ABC permits and health records, realistic timelines, and whether you need a business broker.
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Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham are both great places to live in North Carolina — but they have very different personalities. Here is the straight-up guide to the transition: why people are making the move, what housing actually costs, how the commute really works without light rail, which neighborhoods fit Charlotte transplants, and what to prepare for before you sign a lease or buy a house.
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Thirty days is enough time to get your home market-ready — no renovation required. The exact week-by-week plan: decluttering and deep cleaning, repairs and touch-ups, curb appeal, final staging, and professional photos. Plus what to skip, and why calling your agent early matters most.
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With mortgage rates still elevated and rents leveling off, the rent vs buy question is fair to ask in Raleigh-Durham. Here is the real math — median rents, median home prices, actual monthly payments, the hidden costs of both, and how much equity buying builds over five years.
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Timing is real — but it is not the only variable. April and May are the peak months in the Triangle, but fall brings fewer buyers who are far more motivated. Here is what the data shows season by season, and why price and presentation matter more than the month you list.
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Staged homes in the Triangle sell in roughly 23 days versus 47 for unstaged homes, and at 98.7% of list price versus 94.2%. A straight breakdown of the local data, the four rooms that matter most, and the staging investment that pays off at every price point.
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Pricing is the single most important decision a seller makes. Get it right and you attract buyers, generate showings, and close on your timeline. Get it wrong and you sit, reduce, and often net less. How comparative market analysis really works in the Triangle in 2026 — price bands, days on market, and when to reduce.
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Pre-approval is step one for any serious buyer in the Triangle. The difference between pre-approval and pre-qualification, the documents lenders need, and exactly how the process works.
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Waiving a home inspection to win a bidding war is one of the most expensive decisions a buyer can make. How inspections fit into the NC due diligence period, what Triangle inspectors actually find, and how to use the report to negotiate.
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Minimum credit scores by loan type for conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans in North Carolina — plus why the number above the minimum matters and how to improve your score fast.
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Should you avoid HOAs? It depends on what you value and what you are willing to pay for. Average HOA fees in Raleigh-Durham, what HOAs govern, the special assessment risk, and what to check before you close.
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Zero down payment, no PMI, and competitive rates — a complete 2026 guide to using your VA loan benefit to buy a home in the Triangle, from the funding fee to Fort Liberty.
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Most Triangle buyers assume they need 20% down. They don't. Every NC down payment assistance program available in 2026 — from the $15,000 NC 1st Home Advantage to Raleigh's $60,000 program — and how to access it.
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Credit score minimums, down payments, mortgage insurance, and loan limits compared side by side — plus the NC programs that layer on top of either loan.
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How much do you actually keep when you sell? A straight breakdown of commissions, the NC excise tax, attorney fees, concessions, and your mortgage payoff on a $450,000 Triangle home.
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Mortgage rates are the number one thing I get asked about right now. Here's the honest answer on whether to wait for rates to drop, what the current rate environment does to your monthly payment, and why buyers who are ready have real negotiating leverage.
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Nearly half of all resale transactions in Wake County this year included a seller concession. Here's how they work, what your loan type allows, and how to ask for them the right way.
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A full pre-approval, a meaningful NC due diligence fee, a realistic due diligence period, and a clean contract — here's every lever to writing an offer sellers take seriously in the Triangle.
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Your monthly Triangle real estate update. Wake County keeps rebalancing toward buyers, Durham holds tighter, and outer markets offer the most room to negotiate.
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New construction homes in the Triangle cost more than comparable resale homes once upgrades and lot premiums are added. But builder incentives in 2026 can close the gap. Here's the honest breakdown of the premium, the trade-offs, and the numbers you need to run.
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Three value towns on the Triangle's edge, compared straight-up. Price, commute, schools, taxes, and new construction — Jon breaks down which of Clayton, Garner, and Smithfield is the right fit for you in 2026.
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If you're shopping for rural properties across the Triangle-adjacent counties, you'll likely encounter well water and septic. Jon breaks down the inspections, costs, disclosure rules, and risks — and how to protect yourself in your offer.
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Two of the Triangle's most popular towns for RTP professionals, compared straight-up. Price, commute, schools, neighborhoods, and appreciation — Jon breaks down which one is the better fit for tech workers in 2026.
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FHA and conventional loans have real differences that affect your down payment, your monthly payment, and what you pay over the life of the loan. Jon breaks down which one is right for you and the NC down payment assistance programs that can help.
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HOAs are everywhere in the Triangle's newer communities — but they come with trade-offs. Jon breaks down what an HOA gives you, what it costs you, what to check during due diligence, and how to decide whether you want one.
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Buying a home that generates income — or building a portfolio of investment properties — is a different conversation. Jon breaks down the rental market, cap rates, and where first-time investors should focus in the Triangle.
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Two towns right next to each other — one an established college town, the other the "Paris of the Piedmont." Jon breaks down the price difference, the feel of each, the schools, and which one fits your budget and lifestyle.
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The down payment is only part of the picture. Jon breaks down the full cash-to-close number — down payment, closing costs, the NC due diligence fee, inspections, and the post-closing budget — so there are no surprises at the closing table.
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Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham are both strong North Carolina markets, but the differences are real. Jon breaks down housing prices, the job market, and where Charlotte relocators tend to land in the Triangle.
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A 37-story mixed-use tower called The Creamery is coming to downtown Raleigh. Jon breaks down what it means for the city — and what it means for real estate in the Triangle.
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The NC 1st Home Advantage Down Payment program offers a $15,000 forgivable loan for your down payment and closing costs — zero interest, no monthly payment, and in many cases you never pay it back.
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Closing costs can run $8,700 to $21,750 on a typical Triangle home — but a portion of that can often be negotiated so the seller pays it instead. A complete guide to seller concessions in Raleigh-Durham in 2026.
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More inventory, builder incentives, and process differences — a complete guide to buying a new construction home in the Triangle without getting caught off guard.
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Zero down payment, no PMI, and lower rates — a complete guide to using your VA loan benefit to buy a home in the Triangle.
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A detailed cost of living breakdown for anyone relocating from the DC and NoVa corridor — housing, taxes, healthcare, and the real quality of life trade-offs.
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A side-by-side comparison of prices, property taxes, neighborhoods, schools, and commutes between the Triangle's two biggest cities.
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Down payment assistance programs in North Carolina, Raleigh, Durham, and Wake County can cover your entire down payment. Here's how buyers with less than $10,000 saved are buying homes right now.
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A $1.1 billion commuter rail line from Raleigh to Wake Forest is on the way. What it means for buyers, sellers, and investors in north Wake County — and when the market starts moving ahead of it.
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Two of the most-requested areas in the Triangle, compared straight-up. Prices, schools, commutes, and lifestyle — here's how to pick the one that fits your situation and budget.
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Staged homes in the Triangle sell faster and for more money — a straight breakdown of the costs, returns, and when staging matters most for sellers.
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Buying your first home is one of the biggest financial moves you'll ever make. A straight list of what to do — and what to avoid — from pre-approval to North Carolina's due diligence process.
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The one step that needs to happen before anything else when buying in the Triangle. A simple, step-by-step breakdown of pre-approval — the documents, the process, and why it puts you in a much stronger position.
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The single most important decision when selling in Raleigh-Durham. A straight breakdown of how pricing works right now and what overpricing costs you.
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A quick, no-fluff update on where the Triangle market stands. Wake County median prices around $481K, Durham at $425K, inventory up 20%, and buyers have more room than they have in years.
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The first episode of Home Grown — a new series where Jon sits down with local business owners across the Triangle. This week: the Iron Chef winner behind Poppyseed Market in Raleigh.
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Confused about credit scores? Jon breaks down exactly what score you need for FHA, conventional, USDA, and VA loans in North Carolina — plus how to get your score where it needs to be.
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Should you keep renting or buy in Raleigh? Jon breaks down the real numbers — no fluff, no sales pitch, just a straight answer on monthly costs and equity.
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Jon Tennant tours a stunning $3.7M custom home in North Ridge by Homestead Building Company — luxury, craftsmanship, and a golf course backdrop at North Ridge Country Club.
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From fewer than 1,000 residents to a booming biotech hub — Holly Springs multiplied its population roughly 40x, and the next chapter with billions in Fujifilm and Amgen investments may be even bigger.
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An A+ Niche-rated Franklin County suburb with historic Main Street charm, new communities on generous lots, and prices well below Wake Forest — the front-porch alternative north of the Triangle.
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The Triangle's biggest long-term growth story — a historic courthouse town transformed by a decades-long master-planned development.
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Where the southern growth wave is heading next — new communities, larger lots, and lower prices than Wake County in Harnett County.
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A former mineral-springs town turned Wake County boomtown — two historic downtowns, the Aviator brewery scene, and master-planned neighborhoods with pools and trails south of Raleigh.
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Raleigh's closest eastern suburb at 15 minutes to downtown — Knightdale Station Park, top Niche rankings, and an unbeatable balance of proximity, price, and community.
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The Triangle's last true bargain — new construction around $336K with Wake County schools and the Carolina Mudcats right in town.
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The Triangle's best value play — master-planned community living with downtown charm and prices 39–47% below Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs.
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Eastern Wake County's biggest growth story — resort pools, trails, a community cafe, and a hometown feel within reach of Raleigh.
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Established north Raleigh gem with greenway trails, community pools, and a neighborly feel — classic family suburbia near Falls Lake with strong schools and real value per dollar.
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One of Raleigh's newest communities by D.R. Horton — a go-to for buyers wanting a brand-new home inside city limits. Contemporary homes from 1,800 to 3,000+ sq ft plus townhomes.
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Historically rich neighborhood inside the beltline with downtown walkability, character homes, and strong investment potential near Dix Park.
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Master-planned community with top-rated schools, a TPC golf course, and resort-style amenities — one of the most-searched family destinations in the city.
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Raleigh's original lifestyle center near NC State — open-air shopping, dining, farmers markets, and a creative, youthful energy minutes from downtown.
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Raleigh's entertainment district and densest residential corridor — rooftop bars, craft breweries, food halls, and museums along a walkable strip leading straight into the heart of downtown.
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Raleigh's northwest corner, perfectly positioned between Raleigh and Durham — a full mixed-use community with thousands of homes, retail, dining, and minutes from RDU Airport.
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Raleigh's crown jewel of preserved architecture — Victorian, Queen Anne, and Craftsman homes dating to the 1800s, all within walking distance of downtown. Block after block of history, and no two homes alike.
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Raleigh's "second downtown" — walkable, polished city living without actually being downtown. Unbeatable convenience, strong resale demand, and one of the hottest neighborhoods in the Triangle.
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Watch on YouTubeWhen a $1.4 billion company plants its flag in Durham, the ripple effects hit the entire Triangle real estate market.
Watch on YouTubeA massive entertainment development is taking shape in the Triangle — and it looks a lot like LA Live. Jon breaks down what's coming.
Watch on YouTubeHalf a million dollars buys a very different life depending on where you plant your flag. Jon puts Raleigh NC and Miami FL head to head.
Watch on YouTubeJon Tennant walks through a $3.5M Homestead Construction home on North Ridge Drive — and there's a secret room nobody saw coming.
Watch on YouTubeRaleigh is not cheap anymore. Jon breaks down the most affordable places near Raleigh that still give you access to everything the Triangle has to offer.
Watch on YouTubeIs Raleigh walkable? It depends entirely on where you live. Jon breaks down the specific neighborhoods that deliver a genuine walkable lifestyle.
Watch on YouTubeDorothea Dix Park is one of the largest urban parks in the country, and it's being developed right here in Raleigh. Jon explores the history and future of this incredible green space.
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