Nerve-wracking. Frustrating. Limited.
Three words to describe our experiences buying a house in Raleigh. But, it’s been a dream of ours since we first arrived in Raleigh in 2004 and felt like we arrived home, so we were determined to make it happen.
As Australians with limited permanent resident opportunities, it was quite the arduous 17 year journey to this point.
Dreams can happen. Don’t worry if they take so long, because what you’ll discover along the way is a journey full of twists and turns that is worth savoring.
Allow us to share the experience with you on this week’s episode of the This is Raleigh podcast.
Listen to the podcast now
For those who may prefer watching a video of us podcasting, we filmed that for you too, which you’ll find on YouTube each week.
What we talk about
- Our journey to here
- Why we decided to buy a house now in this crazy market
- The state of the Raleigh house buying market
- What we were looking for: Must-haves vs Dream List
- The insanity of Due Diligence
- How we organized financing
- How we chose a realtor (probably the hardest thing!!)
- Tips for buying during this high seller’s market
- The homes we bid on and lost
- The home we ended up buying
- All the feelings throughout the entire process
Resource Links
- 34 reasons we love living in Raleigh
- 10 neighborhoods in Raleigh to call home
- Why we love living in Raleigh podcast
- How a 500K loss lead to travel blogging and green cards
- Planting Roots: A new home and a return to school
- Moving to Raleigh for the first time
- April Blackwell – our Mortgage Broker
RAleigh REaltoR
UPDATE: Since buying a house, Caroline has become a Licensed Realtor and referral agent.
Are you looking to buy or sell a home and are in needed of a real estate agent?
As a Licensed Realtor and referral agent, I can save you the time and stress searching by connecting you to my realtor partner Click here for more information and to get started.
Or let’s get started now, by filling in the form
Once you’ve filled out the form, we’ll
- We’ll reach out via email to say hi and let you know we’ve found an agent for you!
- We’ll then introduce you to our agent via email or text (whatever you prefer)
- Then you’ll both start working on finding your ideal home based on your situation
As your referral agent, we’re here to add an extra layer of support as you settle in, readjust, and learn to love Raleigh like we do. We’re here as a continued source of inspiration, and resource for your questions.
We have regular meetups with our community – of which you can also be a part of. We will help you settle in and make those most valued community connections.
You may be wondering why I am not using my license to buy and sell homes.
I believe a life well lived is one where you follow your joy. For me, that is sharing the vibrant Raleigh lifestyle and building a fun community around that!
I prefer to use my license as a way to connect you to a trusted expert who is passionate about Raleigh real estate, while I focus on supporting you settle in and fall in love with the vibrant lifestyle of your new Raleigh home.
Or, if you are moving within Raleigh – simply reconnect to what is so great about it.
Video Podcast
For those who may prefer watching a video of us podcasting, we filmed that for you too, which you’ll find on YouTube each week.
What other questions do you have about buying a house in Raleigh?
