When you’re thinking about buying a home, there are a few key steps to take before you even start to look at houses.
From saving for your down payment to getting pre-approved for a mortgage, you’ll want to make sure you keep your financial plan on track from the beginning.
Let’s connect today to make sure you have an introduction to a trusted lender and the best possible real estate guidance as you begin your homebuying process.
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If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to the experts, in many cases, […]
Historically low mortgage rates are a big motivator for homebuyers right now. In 2020 alone, rates hit new record-lows 16 times, and the trend continued into the early part of this year. Many hopeful homebuyers are now wondering if they should put their plans on hold and wait for the lowest rates imaginable. However, the […]
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There are a few key things to make sure you avoid after applying for a mortgage to help make sure you still qualify for your loan at the closing table.
Along the way, be sure to discuss any changes in income, assets, or credit with your lender, so you don’t unintentionally jeopardize your application.
The best plan is to fully disclose your intentions with your lender before you do anything financial in nature.
The housing market made an incredible recovery in 2020 and is now positioned for an even stronger year in 2021. Record-low mortgage interest rates are a driving factor in this continued momentum, with average rates hovering at historic all-time lows. According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), buyer demand across the country is […]
At the onset of the economic disruptions caused by the COVID pandemic, the government quickly put into place forbearance plans to allow homeowners to remain in their homes without making their monthly mortgage payments. Today, almost three million households are actively in a forbearance plan. Though 29.4% of those in forbearance have continued to stay […]
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Tarah was very helpful during our home search. We were not sure the exact location or type of home we wanted and she facilitated all of our needs and wants and helped us narrow down our search. Tarah was always available for us and when not available to show us a home had a very helpful coworker show us houses and would immediately follow up and make sure our needs were met. Tarah is someone you can trust and is truly on your side in whatever you are looking for in a real estate agent. I would recommend her to any and everyone!
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- Caroline
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Tarah was amazing and willing to go the extra mile to get our smile. She is honest and we trusted her the whole step of the way. She will deliver she will travel to find what you need. She also works with great people on her team. We wouldn't change a thing about our experience with Tarah.
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- Lashonda
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I worked with Tarah recently purchasing a condo in NoDa, it was a seamless process from start to finish. Tarah was on top of her game from answering my first call to the day of closing. She was very detailed and thorough, quick to respond, and knowledgeable in all aspects of the process. She guided me through the buying process and was very informative with each and every step along the way. I was very happy to work with Tarah and I would recommend them to anyone in the market. Thank you Team Horton!
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- Andrew A.
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Simply outstanding REALTORS®! I first met Tarah when my parents were looking for a home in Charlotte several years ago. She is extremely intelligent, knowledgeable, and dedicated to her work. Moreover, her compassion, genuine care, and concern, and positive spirit made the search beyond enjoyable. My parents (very particular) absolutely loved her! Now, I am selling my home - and Team Horton is ensuring that the process is a pure joy. They are hardworking, honest, and reliable... wonderfully delightful people who deliver impeccable service!
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- Cherie M.
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Tarah was great to work with she found us three good options very quickly, and we were able to find the house for us in just one day. It was a pleasure to work with Tarah.
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- Greyson
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Tarah is a go-getter when it comes to her clients. Her warm and friendly personality sets the tone. She listened and paid close attention to our wants and needs, so during our search each house represented those key factors. She worked around the clock! She’s knowledgeable and resourceful and truly represented us keeping us well informed throughout the entire process. She made all the difference in our home buying experience and will always be our preferred REALTOR!
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- Kim
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Tarah made the difference in me buying vs not buying. After one day of shopping, she figured out what I was looking for by paying attention to what I wasn't liking. She found the perfect house and got me to it before another buyer snapped it up. She helped me determine the right price and walked me through the entire process in a manner that alleviated all of the anxiety. She even stood with me in a mask doing an outdoor post COVID closing on a 95-degree day. And she made me laugh and smile every time we worked together. By far she and Ben are the best and she will be my go-to REALTOR in Charlotte until she retires. She gets 10 stars out of 5
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- Jacqueline
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I honestly thought Tarah was so awesome and felt like she really wanted me to find exactly what was right. She was super laid back and worked well with my crazy life schedule, even being open to seeing houses later in the evening and phone calls at night. I randomly got paired with her through Zillow and was SO glad that I did! Highly recommended!
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