Why the Holidays Are a Perfect Time for Buying (or Selling) a Home in Murphy, North Carolina

The Thanksgiving to Christmas holiday season is filled with festive gift giving, socializing with family and friends, and overindulging in your favorite foods and libations. But here’s the best-kept secret: the holiday season is also a great time to buy (or sell) a house in Murphy, North Carolina. Either way, we’ve got four compelling reasons to jump into the real estate market over the coming weeks.

Why the Holidays Are a Good Time to Buy

Reduced Buyer Competition

Let’s say you’re in the market for a new home. You’ve got your “Must Have” list of features, and you’d like to view properties that might fit the bill. If you find the ideal mountain home, you’re ready to make an offer. However, you’re slightly concerned about another buyer swooping in and grabbing the house while you’re trying to negotiate a good deal.

Here’s some good news: The odds of that outcome will be much lower during the holiday season. Simply put, there aren’t as many buyers looking at homes, so your chances of making a successful offer are considerably better.

Increased Seller Motivation

If a seller puts their home on the market during the holidays, there’s an important reason behind that decision. Family concerns, a sudden job relocation, or a desire to change locales could be the cause.

Or, the seller might want to relist the property after a previous unsuccessful attempt to sell it. If the home is a foreclosed property, the bank probably wants to remove the house from its books before the calendar year ends.

Regardless of the source, a holiday-season seller is often highly motivated to make a deal and move on. If you’re a private buyer who wants the home of your dreams, or an investor who wants to rent or “flip” the house, that’s a great Christmas present to your wallet.

Historically Favorable Interest Rates

Trying to get a favorable mortgage rate is like hitting a moving target. Several variables are in play, and rates often change on a day-to-day basis. Rate fluctuations can even affect your buying strategy. Riding the rate rollercoaster is exhausting, and you wonder if you’ll be able to buy the home you want without breaking your budget.

Here’s some encouraging news that may help: Historically, interest rates have trended downward during the holiday season. Basically, it’s the result of a “supply and demand” equation. With fewer real estate transactions, there’s a limited demand for mortgage loans. So, lenders may make the rate more attractive to stimulate buyers to pull the trigger.

However, remember that lower holiday-season rates aren’t guaranteed. With that said, your odds of finding hot rates, and better financing terms, may be higher during late November and December.

More Streamlined Settlement Process

Just as holiday-season home sellers might be more motivated, so are agents, realtors, lenders, and even home inspectors. Let’s face it: everyone wants a little January cash, so they’d like to get their deal wrapped up before the end of the calendar year. This might make everyone work a bit harder to speed up the settlement process.

With that said, all parties likely have numerous personal commitments during those few hectic weeks. Family and business get-togethers, neighborhood parties, and other gatherings are often planned well in advance. So, respect the schedules of all the players in your home buying purchase. By doing that, you might just find that everything comes together better than you could have imagined.

Why the Holidays Are a Good Time to Sell

Reduced Seller Competition

Many sellers wait until spring to put their home on the market, reasoning that they’ll get the highest price during the spring and summer months. However, studies have demonstrated that homes listed during the holidays can sell more quickly and for a higher price than those listed during the springtime.

Again, it’s the “supply and demand” equation at work. With limited choices for home buyers, especially in desirable neighborhoods, sellers may be able to command a higher asking price.

Buyers Who Mean Business

If you’ve spent time and money preparing to sell your home, you want serious buyers who are ready to make their move when they find the right house. Stated another way, you’re not eager to entertain casual home shoppers who enjoy touring properties but haven’t much intention of buying one.

Fortunately, you’ll have a better chance of attracting serious home buyers during the holiday season. While casual browsers enjoy other diversions, dedicated buyers have done their homework and are determined to find a home that meets their needs.

Inviting Home and Neighborhood

Let’s face it: first impressions really do count. When a potential buyer pulls into your driveway, you want them to be excited about viewing your home, as that’s the first step to a sale. So, clear your driveway of snow and ice so the buyer can easily get to the front door. When they walk inside your house, you want them to experience comfort and warmth.

During the holiday season, it’s much easier to create an inviting atmosphere that makes potential buyers feel right at home. Keep the heat turned up, and let the aroma of freshly baked cookies waft throughout the house. Holiday decorations, including fresh greenery, will also help to create a festive vibe.

Tastefully decorating your home’s exterior also helps to convey a sense of merriment and excitement. If your community decorates its entryway, light poles, and common areas, that’s even better. Taken together, all of these factors help to welcome potential buyers to your home and neighborhood.

Good Options for Transferred Employees

Some home buyers are moving because of an upcoming job transfer. As a result, they may spend some of their holiday season in house-hunting mode. In other words, they’re on a timetable, so they can’t wait until spring to sift through the multitude of available properties. They need to settle on a home, and complete the moving process, as quickly as possible.

So, help them out by getting your home on the market quickly. With reduced inventory, and with the possibility of attracting a higher price because of fewer choices, you’ll have a good chance of achieving the outcome you want.

So, if buying a home in Murphy, North Carolina is on your short list, schedule some time to view intriguing properties during this holiday season. Or, if you’re ready to sell your home, start making that “To Do Before Moving” List, and contact us to get the ball rolling. Either way, we’re just a phone call away!

Whether you’re buying or selling in Murphy, North Carolina, our trusted realtors in Murphy NC are here to help make it happen.

The Poltrock Team – REMAX Mountain Properties – Murphy NC – www.ILoveMurphy.com – Call us Toll Free at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496 – Murphy’s #1 Real Estate Team

Buyers Enjoy a Great “Start to Finish” Home-Buying Experience in Murphy, North Carolina

When we decided to buy a house in Murphy, North Carolina, we began searching for a top realtor to help us accomplish our goal. During the process, we found out about The Poltrock Team because they have signs everywhere.

We were impressed by this leading real estate agency’s strong market presence. So, we decided to work with them to find our ideal mountain cabin. Once our real estate agent learned about our needs, they searched through the houses for sale on the MLS.

After viewing several homes from the MLS listings, we chose a house that was just right for us. The Poltrock Team took time to evaluate the property at fair market value. That was very helpful for us.

The entire team helped us to get to a smooth closing. Overall, we were very happy with the whole home-buying experience – from start to finish.

We would give The Poltrock Team a “10” for their great real estate client service. We would absolutely work with them in selling a home (or buying a home) in the future.

Ready to buy in Murphy, North Carolina? Let our trusted realtors in Murphy NC help you find your perfect place.

Jerry & Hazel Richardson
Blacksher, GA

Out-of-State Buyers Are Delighted with Their Murphy, North Carolina Realtor’s Wonderful Service

We found out about The Poltrock Team through viewing their Murphy, North Carolina house listing on the MLS. We decided to work with this high-achieving agency to purchase our mountain cabin.

We partnered with realtor Donna Srabian, who is very knowledgeable about the Murphy, North Carolina real estate market. She’s also well versed about the process of buying a home there.

Donna is a wonderful person to work with. She showed us several houses for sale from the MLS listings, and went above and beyond to help us find a house.

After Donna’s extensive efforts paid off, and we found our ideal mountain home, the entire team worked together to get us to a smooth closing.

We would give The Poltrock Team a “10” for their outstanding real estate client service. We would certainly work with them in selling a home (or buying a home) in the future.

Looking to buy in Murphy, North Carolina? Let our expert realtors in Murphy NC help you find your perfect home.

Craig Novelli and Aura Rojas
Galveston, TX

Seller Receives Excellent Personal Service During Sale of His Murphy, North Carolina Cabin

I learned about The Poltrock Team through a conversation with my neighbor. Because of this great recommendation, I decided to work with this real estate agency to sell my home in Murphy, North Carolina on the MLS.

Overall, we had an outstanding real estate experience. We got good advice from our realtor, and enjoyed great communication. The entire team was most helpful in providing suggestions. We received excellent personal service throughout the process of selling a home.

We would give The Poltrock Team a “10” for their terrific real estate service. We would absolutely work with them in the future.

Selling in Murphy, North Carolina? Let our trusted realtors in Murphy NC guide you every step of the way.

Robert and Linda Blunier
Murphy, NC

Finding a Mountain Town to Call Home in Murphy, North Carolina

You might say Jim and Vicki Nagle’s relocation plans took a rather fortunate turn. They were planning to move from Pennsylvania to North Carolina, Georgia, or Tennessee – but they hadn’t decided which state, county, or town was right for them. As luck would have it, a Jasper, Georgia realtor referred the Nagle’s to The Poltrock Team’s Kaitlynn in Murphy, North Carolina — and the rest is history.

During the Nagle’s first phone call with Kaitlynn, a Murphy, North Carolina native, her gracious Southern hospitality quickly made the couple feel right at home. When Kaitlynn invited Jim and Vicki down to Murphy for a visit, they gladly accepted her invitation and quickly made travel plans. When they arrived, Kaitlynn gave Jim and Vicki a warm welcome, showing them around town before making plans to visit nearby mountain cabins.

Thanks to Kaitlynn local knowledge, Jim and Vicki found the perfect property, located in a community just a short drive from the town of Murphy, North Carolina. And thanks to The Poltrock Team’s efficient support staff, the entire process came together quite smoothly. Even better, the team’s expertise and the magic of technology enabled the Nagle’s to close on the house while enjoying a lobster lunch during their Maine vacation. Jim and Vicki send a hearty “thanks” to The Poltrock Team for helping them to find their ideal mountain cabin in a beautiful place.

“We had planned to leave our Pennsylvania home, and search for places to live in North Carolina, Georgia, or Tennessee. A Jasper, Georgia realtor referred us to The Poltrock Team’s Kaitlynn, who hails from Murphy, North Carolina. When we spoke with Kaitlynn, she invited us to “…please come down so I can show you my Sweet Little Town.” We were hooked. Even better, Kaitlynn was there to greet us when we arrived for our first visit. As luck would have it, we also really enjoyed Murphy and Cherokee County, and knew it was the perfect spot for our mountain home.

During our real estate transaction, The Poltrock Team’s expert support staff guided us through each phase of the process. When our closing date arrived, we were vacationing in Maine and couldn’t make it down to the mountains of Murphy. So, we finalized our documents on the Internet while dining on a delicious lobster lunch. Can it get any better than that? And we couldn’t be more pleased with Kaitlynn. Kaitlynn was PHENOMENAL! If Kaitlynn is an example of what the Poltrock Team is about, then we would absolutely say, “PICK POLTROCK!!!”

Thinking about relocating to Murphy, North Carolina? Let our expert Murphy NC realtors help you feel right at home.

Jim and Vicki Nagle
Landsville, PA

Get Your House Sold by Reaching The Larger Market With The Poltrock Team

We found out about The Poltrock Team from a friend of ours and from Inman Portrait for TPthe billboards scattered throughout the Murphy, NC area.  We decided to work with The Poltrock Team because of meeting John and the staff at REMAX, and our experience was an excellent one!

We live in Florida and John was great about keeping in contact with us.  He kept in touch, returned our calls, and answered our questions immediately.  With his use of the Internet, websites, etc., he gave me the confidence that he was also reaching the larger market of non-traditional buyers.

We had suggestions for selling our property and John listened and did his best to accommodate us.  One example was that we did not want signs on our property to which John obliged.  We would absolutely work with The Poltrock Team again!

Whether you’re local or out of state, you can count on Murphy NC Real Estate and The Poltrock Team for expert guidance every step of the way.

Beverly & Ron Inman
Florida

The Poltrock Team – REMAX of Murphy NC – www.MyMurphy.comJohnPoltrock@gmail.com – Call us Toll Free at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496 – Murphy’s #1 Real Estate Team

Fourth of July – There’s no better place than Murphy, North Carolina

Hamburgers, hotdogs, the aroma of smoldering charcoal, flying kites, boats, lakes, family, friends, time off, and of course, fireworks. If these things don’t make the Fourth of July great, I don’t know what does. Here in Murphy, we have one of the Greatest Fourth of July celebrations of anywhere! Where else can you find a celebration that lets kids chase a greased pig to win a contest?! I hope we have that this year because that’s one of my personal favorites. The kids and adults both love it! There’s even a peanut drop where an airplane flies low and drops thousands of peanuts. Kids scramble to grab as many as they can to win prizes! There are many other events that go on at Konaheeta Park like face painting, jump houses, food, crafts, vendors, and more that you need to check out.

Murphy, North Carolina is a place that brings family and friends together. The mountains are a place of relaxation, rest, and rejuvenation. It doesn’t matter where you are from – here, there, or yon, you are welcome to enjoy all that the mountains have to offer. Fourth of July provides opportunities like no other to get outside (or inside if it’s hot enough!) and enjoy everything from the mountain views, creeks, rivers, and down home celebrations.

Personally, I love to spend it with our family and friends on Hiwassee Lake. There’s nothing better than getting the opportunity to jump in the lake, fish, read, relax, and eat lots of good food. Finished with fireworks downtown, it makes it one of our family’s favorite days of the year.

So on this important day celebrating our Nation’s Independence, make certain you enjoy it and make the most of all there is to do and see. There’s no where better to be in the world in my book – and that’s what makes this home.

Written by John Poltrock for The Cherokee Scout’s Magazine, Country Roads – The Poltrock Team – REMAX of Murphy NC – Murphy’s #1 Real Estate Team – www.MyMurphy.comJohnPoltrock@gmail.com – Call us Toll Free at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496

A Testimony from and Elderly Couple who Bought a Home with The POLTROCK TEAM in Murphy NC!

This testimony is from a great elderly couple who we helped sell their home in Unaka and buy a new home in Marble. They were great folks to work with who needed a lot of extra help, and that’s exactly what they got from us.

“I would recommend this agent John for selling of homes to anyone that is looking for one. He has a great personality and is very good with selling. He is fun and easy to talk to and he sold our home for us in less than a month. He is excellent in every way and kept us involved with the information of buyers for our home and did a great job finding us a new one home. He really listened to what we wanted and what what we were looking for in another home.”

If you want a team that listens and delivers, The POLTROCK TEAM is here to help! Explore more things to do in Murphy NC and connect with us today!

Mr. & Mrs. Leon Little
of Murphy, North Carolina

The Wolves are in a Feeding Frenzy in Murphy, North Carolina!

Many pessimistic critics are still saying the market has a long way to go before it gets better. On the other hand, you’ll read that now is best time to buy because there’s more choices, amazing prices, and low interest rates right now. Who’s right?

Nobody can answer that question for you. I will tell you this. There are some tremendously powerful buyers shopping for massive tracts and commercial investments right now in our market. Guys like this are experienced enough to know what time is the best, and now is when they’ve decided it is. The way you know markets get better is the wolves arrive before the flock of sheep, and the wolves are here.

There are some exciting things brewing in the air right now and I strongly encourage you that it’s an ideal time to capitalize on investments. This blog is intentionally vague because we’ve got to keep the genie in the bottle, but I will say that exciting things are happening in Murphy, North Carolina!

If you’re ready to move with the Wolves and find real estate opportunities, we’re here to help! Explore more things to do in Murphy NC and reach out to us today!

John Poltrock – The POLTROCK TEAM – REMAX Mountain Properties – www.MyMurphy.com – Call us Toll Free 1-866-687-7496 to enjoy the opportunities out there!

Owassa Road in Murphy NC

OwassaVery seldom do you see a place in the United States have a unique name. In Murphy, we see many Indian and other names which you’re unlikely to see anywhere else. Today on our way back from visiting family in Pensacola, FL, I noticed a sign I never thought I’d see! I took this picture from my Blackberry driving 70 mph on a highway, and I’m surprised it even came out legible!

Owassa is a road on the Northwestern side of Cherokee County. Although it takes 20-30 minutes to get to from town, there’s some amazing sights there.

The largest attractions around Owassa Road is threefold: US Forest Service / Nantahala Forest land, Lake Appalachia, and privacy.

Owassa Road is in the Hiwassee Dam community of Murphy, North Carolina. It is accessible from the Northern part of Highway 294 and off of Camp Creek Road. It is also the road that leads into one of Lake Appalachia’s few communities with real estate for sale. It leads to Wilderness Lake Estates which offers lake views and lake front on of the most private communities.

If you’re looking for hidden gems like Owassa Road, we’re ready to help you find your dream property! Explore more things to do in Murphy NC and get in touch with us today!

John Poltrock – The POLTROCK TEAM at RE/MAX Mountain Properties – www.MyMurphy.comJohnPoltrock@gmail.com – Call 1-866-687-7496 and demand The POLTROCK TEAM!