Jesse Allen Homes & Property Management

09/26/2026

Let Me HELP You Buy that first HOME!

This is a great question and one that almost every first-time buyer asks when they are gearing up to buy a home. However, the reality is this question has more than one answer and depends heavily on the type of loan you qualify for.

09/25/2026

All Buyers need to be Pre approved!

The terms “prequalification” and “preapproval” are often confused, and even misused interchangeably, when really in dealing with mortgages, the two are like comparing apples to oranges.

09/24/2026

If you're looking to find out how much your home is worth, I'm here to help! Let me take the guesswork out of the equation and give you an accurate assessment. Give me a call at (252) 714-1686 and let's get started!

If you go online and Google “how to get the value of my home” you will immediately come across instant home seller programs that advertise to do the work for you. “Open house” and “Zillow Instant Offers” are just a few of the many options that allow sellers to bypass the role of the real...

09/23/2026

For real estate agents, the question of how to get paid is often top of mind. Here's the lowdown on how agents get compensated for their hard work!

Real estate agents make 100% of their money based off of commission. This commision ultimately depends on the price of the home. Generally, an agent will make 6% of the total cost of the home so if, for example, the house is $400,000 the realtor walks away with $24,000.

09/22/2026

Ready to take the plunge into homeownership? Make sure you understand the basics of a mortgage and how to get one!

If you’re a first time homebuyer or simply a newbie to the whole mortgage process, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed. And that’s completely understandable- when taking out a mortgage, there’s a ton of terms, steps and moving parts to keep track of.

09/21/2026

09/21/2026

Are you a first-time homebuyer looking to understand Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac? Check out this helpful article to get the basics on these two government-sponsored entities and how they can help you!

If you’ve never heard of Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac it’s easy to assume they are characters from a children’s book or the names of your distant cousins from the backcountry. It’s not really until you’re ready to buy a home that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac start to mean something.

09/20/2026

Real estate can be a confusing business - but don't worry! With this guide, you'll be a pro in no time!

09/19/2026

Are you curious about how real estate commission works? 🤔 Check out this article to get the scoop on the ins and outs of the process!

You might already know that real estate agents make 100% of their money from commission. This commission depends on the price of the home, however, approximately 6% of the total cost of the home will go towards Realtors’ fees.

09/18/2026

Congrats on getting your offer accepted! Now it's time to understand the escrow process and make sure your purchase is secure.

You’ve finally made an offer on your dream home and it’s been accepted by the seller. You’re well on your way to homeownership!