by Capstone Realty Consultants | Sep 15, 2023 | HOA Management
What is a secret ballot, and when does your Homeowner Association need to use one? Secret ballots sound – well, secret. But they’re not as mysterious and dramatic as they sound. Typically, they’ll be used for very specific HOA-related elections. As you would...
by Capstone Realty Consultants | Sep 1, 2023 | Residential Property Management
In North Carolina, a building cannot be legally occupied until a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is provided. The CO is issued when all inspections have been completed and passed. There may be a temporary CO provided to a building that is safe but still has issues that...
by Capstone Realty Consultants | Aug 18, 2023 | Real Estate
If you’re planning to purchase a home with a mortgage, the amount you spend on that property will be influenced by the cost of your mortgage. How do you know what you’ll pay in interest for that mortgage? The rates have been complex lately; after plunging to record...
by Capstone Realty Consultants | Aug 4, 2023 | Residential Property Management
When you think about strong brand identities, what do you think of? Big names, maybe, like Apple, Nike, Coca-Cola, and Amazon. If you’re renting out a property, you’re a small business. That means you, too, need a brand. Here’s why a strong brand identity is...
by Capstone Realty Consultants | Jul 21, 2023 | HOA Management
An HOA will likely work with several different vendors in an effort to keep the community safe, attractive, and well-maintained. You’ll need landscapers and roofers. Pest control experts and pool cleaners. Having a preferred network of licensed, insured, and...