Justine Limpic, REALTOR

In yet another poll, Raleigh and Cary have been ranked in the top 10 fastest growing cities in America. Cary is ranked 3rd with a growth rate of 6.9% while Raleigh ranks 8th with 3.9% growth. The town of Durham is also ranked high on the list at 16th with 3% growth and Charlotte is amongst the top 25 at 23rd with a growth rate of 2.7%. Only Texas had more cities posted in the top 25 with seven.

I say with statistics like these we are blessed to live where we do. With growth our economy will not struggle like much of the country!

I don’t know about y’all, but while driving through the Triangle region of North Carolina in the last week or so, I have seen numerous For Sale signs going up in yards all over the place. Spring has traditionally been the season to list a home and this year, in this economy, is no different. I’m excited to say that I’m hoping to put that For Sale sign in my yard in the coming weeks as well. With interest rates at an exciting low it’s a great time to buy and I’m planning to do just that. I hope you will all join me in the trend!

The Feds have been steadily lowering mortgage rates for several months now. Right now, most lenders are offering a 30 year fixed-rate mortgage at or below the 5.5% mark for those with good credit. Now is a great time to consider refinancing your home. I recommend to all of my clients that they shop around for a mortgage package they are comfortable with and I always feel comfortable recommending Sheri Rimel with Residential Community Mortgage Company. Let Sheri know that you are interested in a new home loan or refinancing your current home loan and she will help you through the process thoroughly and effectively. Not only is Sheri good at what she does, but she’s also nice as can be! Start 2009 on a high note by reducing your monthly mortgage payment.

Happy New Year!