Is now a good time to buy a home in Raleigh?
By Casey Styers, the Downtown Guru
The right time to buy in Raleigh is when your budget, job and plans line up — not when headlines say so. If you can stay at least a few years and the monthly payment fits comfortably, buying usually beats trying to time the market.
Start with your own numbers
Get pre-approved so you know your real budget and monthly payment. That number matters more than any national forecast.
Think in years, not months
Buying and selling costs money. Most buyers come out ahead when they plan to stay put for several years.
Raleigh is many markets
Downtown condos, close-in neighborhoods and nearby towns all move differently. A local agent can show you what is actually happening on the streets you care about.