Seema Chandna, North Carolina Realtor

06/23/2026

Sidestepping a home-buying frenzy could be as simple as buying where others are not looking. Here's how to do it.

Currently, houses are attracting so many competing offers and selling so fast that many buyers become frustrated and fear they’ll never win a home.

06/21/2026

Let's hear it for all the great Dads out there! Happy Father's Day!

06/20/2026

Did you know that using an agent actually helps you sell your home for up to 6% more than selling "For Sale by Owner"? It also will save you a lot of time and headaches. Read this article to learn how and then give me a call!

Putting out a “For Sale By Owner” sign is tempting. It’s not impossible, but before taking it on, here are six things to give serious consideration.

06/19/2026

Celebrating and embracing the differences, respect and happiness that make us one free nation this Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

You can save money by closing off air vents in your home’s unused rooms, right? Think again! Shutting vents could cost you big time. Here’s how.

Shutting the heating and air conditioning vents to unused rooms should save on energy costs, right? Cutting off airflow to rooms could cost you money.

06/16/2026

Some states have a real estate contract provision called the active option, or option period. This gives the buyer a designated time period to inspect the property and decide whether to move forward with the sale. Here's how they work.

Real estate sales contracts in Texas and several other states include a provision known as the active option. Here’s how a contract works.

06/14/2026

You can easily spice up your kitchen with a patterned tile backsplash, but is this too busy?

06/13/2026

Over time, kitchen and bathroom countertops can take a beating. In addition to deep cleaning, you may have to do some fixing before showing. Here is a guide on how to do repairs yourself based on your surface type.

Your solid surface countertops likely can be repaired rather than spending lots of money to replace them. Here's a guide to restoring each type of surface.

06/11/2026

The vast majority of citizens pay scant attention to decisions their town council makes. But by becoming knowledgeable and involved, you can help shape the community in which you live. Here’s what you need to know about town councils and their meetings.

You may not have considered attending your town council meetings until a project affects your life in the community. Here's what you need to know.

06/09/2026

If you qualify as a first-time homebuyer, several homeownership incentive programs can ease your way into buying a house. Read on to learn if you are eligible.

Did you know that federal and state governments, as well as mortgage lenders, offer homeownership incentive programs that can help you buy your first house?