Real Estate Investment

Loan Approved Isn’t Enough: Real Cost Raleigh

Phil Slezak

Published on: 20/12/2025

Raleigh buyers get pre approved but still face budget shock. Learn the real costs of owning a home before you buy in 2025.

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Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid Even If You Don’t Profit in Raleigh in 2025-2026?

Phil Slezak

Published on: 16/12/2025

Raleigh sellers are often surprised to learn agents get paid even if profit disappears. Learn how commissions work and how to protect your net.

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$12,000 in Inspection Issues: When Raleigh Buyers Should Renegotiate or Walk Away in 2025-2026

Phil Slezak

Published on: 16/12/2025

Buyer education focused on inspections, due diligence leverage, and how to separate negotiable issues from true deal breakers in Raleigh real estate.

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The $9,000 Due Diligence Mistake Raleigh Buyers Make in 2025-2026

Phil Slezak

Published on: 14/12/2025

Raleigh buyers risk losing thousands without a proper due diligence walkthrough. Learn how hidden repairs cost $9,000 and how to avoid it.

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